Cassidy Fearer, an enrolled member of the Cherokee Nation, is the Artist and Owner of Water Tupelo Beadwork based in Bluffton, SC.
Cassidy specializes in authentic beaded earrings & cuff bracelets that are exclusively handmade by the artist herself in all details of the beadwork process. From designing to making, Cassidy has been able to reflect her heritage through her beadwork, bead by bead. She displays traditional and contemporary Cherokee elements in her pieces with the use of glass seed beads, sterling silver, porcupine quills, deer hide, and beautiful bright colors.
As most native artists are taught from elders in their family, Cassidy is a self taught artist. She never had the ability to be surrounded by her Cherokee relatives, community or culture as her Cherokee Mother was adopted into a non-native family.
For Cassidy, the art of beadwork has brought her not only a passion, but a way to deeply connect to her heritage. She is so grateful to practice this honored Cherokee tradition and to be able to share it with everyone.
Wado! (Thank you!)
Featured Products
The Statement Cuff
'Eternal Light'
This beaded statement cuff bracelet is a representation of The Trail of Tears - The forced removal of the Cherokee, Creek, Choctaw, Chickasaw, and Seminole -
driven by the Indian Removal Act of 1830 & the Cherokee Removal of 1838-1839.
'Eternal Light' depicts a frigid winter scene of a horse and rider on the trail of tears, trudging through deep snow, unsure of what the future may hold. With deep sorrow and uncertainty, the brilliant and joyful colors of the early morning gives the rider a sense of hope, knowing that even through immense suffering and loss, Creator will always be our Eternal Light.
- Cassidy Fearer
The Statement Cuffs
'Wild Horses'
An expression of freedom and resilience. These beaded cuff bracelets have been beaded with the traditional two-needle applique technique. Using this method creates a story that starts with native roots, but has the ability to connect and resonate with anyone who wears it.
- Cassidy Fearer
The Beaded Cuff Bracelet
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'Fearless' Statement Cuff Bracelet
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Four Directions - Purple & Garnet Red
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Four Directions - Gray & Garnet
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Moving Water - Forest Green & Sky Blue
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Moving Water - Garnet Red & Sky Blue
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - The Butterfly Dance - Sky Blue & Forrest Green
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Star Quilt - Goldenrod & Dusty Rose
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Moving Mountains - Opal Denim Blue & Sky Blue
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - The Butterfly Dance - Dark Brown & Topaz
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Four Direction Flower - Olive Green & Garnet Red
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Straight Path - Periwinkle & Winter White
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Quilted Butterfly - Topaz & Olive Green
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Quilted Butterfly - Earth Brown & Dusty Rose
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Mountain Home - Periwinkle & Winter White
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - River Flowing - Turquoise Blue
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Straight Path - Sage & Turquoise Green
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Straight Path - Pure White & Charcoal
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Four Directions - Dusty Rose & Dark Brown
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - Four Directions - Dark Brown & Sky Blue
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - River Runs Through - Opal Sage & Sky Blue
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Beaded Cuff Bracelet - River Runs Through - Powder Blue & Light Blue
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The Classic Quill
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Porcupine Quill Earrings - Light Turquoise Blue & Dark Red
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Porcupine Quill Earrings - Earth Brown & Sky Blue
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Porcupine Quill Earrings - Turquoise Green
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Porcupine Quill Earrings - Rust & Rose
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Porcupine Quill Earrings - Lined Teal & Sky Blue
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Porcupine Quill Earrings - Mauve & Cheyenne Pink
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The Kingman Ball & Cone
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The Kingman Ball & Cone - Turquoise Loop & Spiny Oyster Shell
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The Kingman Ball & Cone Earrings - Turquoise Loop & Red Mediterranean Coral
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The Kingman Ball & Cone Earrings - Turquoise Loop & White Clam Shell
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The Kingman Ball & Cone - Double Turquoise Loop
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The Kingman Ball & Cone Earrings - Double Turquoise Loop & Brown Glass Beads
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The Hoop Dancers
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Hoop Dancers - Turquoise Blue & Dusty Rose
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Hoop Dancers - Turquoise Blue & Dusty Rose
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Hoop Dancers - Turquoise Green & Brown
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