Processing Dentalium Shells for Native American Beadwork- 10/14/21- Choctaw Clover Beadwork

[@nativeandindigenuscraftcre433]

HI Jesse Ann I like that your taking an extra step with the Dentillium shells I don't file my Dentillium shell's and still have luck without file them down

[@ChoctawClover]

Thank you for watching and commenting Kathy! Filing dentalium may be an optional step but I like the uniformity it provides. Sometimes these pieces have very jagged edges and I’m afraid they’ll slice my thread!

[@TrollOfReason]

The water is clever! 🤩

[@ChoctawClover]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting TrollOfReason! Keeping that dust down with the water is SUPER IMPORTANT because shell dust is toxic and can really hurt your eyes!

[@ashtincook1034]

Hello. I was wondering if you still have to wear a mask while using the water? I know the dust can be highly toxic and I'm a beginner with the shells lol

[@ChoctawClover]

I am definitely not an expert so I would say if you’re comfortable using a mask continue to do so, the water will just help keep the shell dust contained

[@JoanMiller-dd9th]

Chrissy's Creation has 1,5 to 2 in ones

[@JoanMiller-dd9th]

What did you get them ones may I ask

[@ChoctawClover]

Thank you for the tip!

[@manikandan2557]

Hi madem.. 100 grams how much ??

[@ChoctawClover]

Not for sale, Mani! These shells are for use in my beadwork.

[@greeshmasraj1502]

Hey ..i have huge amount of Dentalium If you are interested in Dentalium comment me back.will discuss

[@anaswaraprasannan04]

Hey do you want dentalium?