Wing Fan Vs Tail Fan

[Creewoman05]

I have a mature bald eagle wing fan, instead of a tail fan. Appropriate to use dancing southern cloth? Yay/Nay...

[NCheyGirl21]

I'm not really sure how to answer this. I still use my flat fan that is eagle inmation feathers from when I danced jingle. I need to fix it though.

[Creewoman05]

I'm not really sure how to answer this. I still use my flat fan that is eagle inmation feathers from when I danced jingle. I need to fix it though.

I kind of feel like the "odd man out" so to say, all I have seen are tail fans. Don't get me wrong, I love my fan*big grins* Just wondering if tail fans are the "signs of the times" LOL

[Eagle Plumes]

I have a mature bald eagle wing fan, instead of a tail fan. Appropriate to use dancing southern cloth? Yay/Nay...

I dont see why not . Go for it!

[Eagle Plumes]

use what ever you like . Ive seen some real pretty pheasnat and macaw as well . I love the macaw ones because of all the bright pretty colors

[Czechy]

The flat fans are very popular now maybe because of their more tailored look plus they can be finely decorated to match an outfit. Still, people use what they have. So if you like your wing, use it.

[Eagle Plumes]

Ive been wanting to add some color to my flat fan ,the handle is bit of an odd shape so I think peyote stitch is out but Im wanting to applique bead something thatis removeable but not be lost easily ,cause I have several dress's that all have different designs and Im aeverythings gotta match gal lol

[Creewoman05]

Thanks for the replies:) Still using the wing fan!

[Eagle Plumes]

wing fans are so pretty! Use what you like! post some pic lol im a pic junkie!

[Creewoman05]

wing fans are so pretty! Use what you like! post some pic lol im a pic junkie!

Ok, I will do so! Pretty pooped from the powwow, man it sure takes alot to dance well, and especially when you are out of shape like I am I will post a powwow trip report in the next day or so.

[SuzzeQ4]

Wing fans are beautiful, I say use it.

Eagle Plumes: To make it go with different outfits, cut 2 pieces of hide (one for each side), punch holes & cut lacing to lace it to the handle, bead the pieces. Then you can make another (or how ever many you want) & unlace it to take off & but the next one on, this way you could switch back & forth fairly easily. The lacing would have to be small & well spaced to lace the top of the handle between the feathers, or you could make the top like a draw string & pull it snug around the top. Never tried this the idea just came to me when I read your post. Also to peyote stitch iregular shapes just drop & add beads as needed on the sides (both sides not just one), I found it tricky at first but picked it up quickly first time I did it.
Suzze

[Eagle Plumes]

Wing fans are beautiful, I say use it.

Eagle Plumes: To make it go with different outfits, cut 2 pieces of hide (one for each side), punch holes & cut lacing to lace it to the handle, bead the pieces. Then you can make another (or how ever many you want) & unlace it to take off & but the next one on, this way you could switch back & forth fairly easily. The lacing would have to be small & well spaced to lace the top of the handle between the feathers, or you could make the top like a draw string & pull it snug around the top. Never tried this the idea just came to me when I read your post. Also to peyote stitch iregular shapes just drop & add beads as needed on the sides (both sides not just one), I found it tricky at first but picked it up quickly first time I did it.
Suzze

Thnak-you I will have to try that!

[SuzzeQ4]

Thnak-you I will have to try that!

Your welcome, let me know if it works.
Suzze

[Traditonal Lady]

Use it!

I have a mature bald eagle wing fan, instead of a tail fan. Appropriate to use dancing southern cloth? Yay/Nay...

I say use it! Cloth dancing is evolving at a rapid pace.

[Apaze25]

Sound beautiful!

I have a Macaw fan-- long blue wing feathers and small yellow breast feathers. I love the way the colors glint in the sunlight and change shade. My husband spilled water on it at the last powwow. I saw firsthand how waterproof the feathers are. LOL!