(Lander, WY) – The Bumblebeaders, a Wyoming Indian Middle School beading group, recently sat down with 1330 KOVE AM / 107.7 FM’s Coffee Time host Vince Tropea.
Staff advisor for the group and WIMS librarian Jenn Runs Close To Lodge brought along student beaders Layleine Moss (7th grade) and Jamie Lee (8th grade), to fill us in on what the group is all about.
After seeing an opportunity for students to connect with their culture while learning an invaluable art form, Runs Close To Lodge wanted to provide them with an outlet to learn beadwork.
One of the best parts about the group is students are able to sell their work, and receive 100% of the profits.
Lee shared plans for potential beadwork businesses, and Moss also stated how she was able to personally connect with elders in her family through the beadwork she has learned.
For the full Coffee Time interview with the Bumblebeaders, click below.
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