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Mardi Gras Jewelry & Accessories

Throw me something, mister! ...famous words in New Orleans when parade members throw beads, doubloons, and other small items to the crowd. Here's a selection of Mardi Gras beads and accessories to use at that event or for any carnival theme party you hold.

Make a Mardi Gras Mask

Mardi Gras, which means "fat Tuesday" in French, is celebrated in many francophone regions. Mardi Gras masks are a traditional part of this annual celebration, and making them is a fun and very creative project. From About's French Language Guide, Laura Lawless.

Mardi Gras Doggy Duds

Beaded Mardi Gras accessories for your canine bud.

MardiGrasDay.com - Beads

Take a look at these Mardi Gras beads. They're very attractive.

MardiGrasMasks.com

A huge selection of masks for Mardi Gras.

MardiGrasStore.com

Beads, doubloons, cups--plus lots of other jewelry and accessories for Mardi Gras or any carnival or party.

Toomey's Mardi Gras Mart

Beads, masks, and lots of other Mardi Gras accessories. Jewelry for other holidays, too.

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