Drum Making Supplies For Sale

Looking to craft your own sacred drum? I offer a carefully curated selection of drum making supplies for those who already have the knowledge and tools to create their own medicine drum.

All hides and materials are ethically sourced, with priority given to UK suppliers wherever possible. When UK sourcing is unavailable, I work with trusted international partners:

Horse, cow, and buffalo hides are sourced from the US.
Reindeer hides come from traditional Sámi sources in Norway.

The hoops are partly pre-made, then lovingly hand-finished by me with care and intention.

Please Note:

You must know how to make a drum and have all the required tools!
If you’re looking for a complete ready-to-go kit with step-by-step guidance, please visit my Etsy shop where I offer kits that include a tutorial video.

Ordering Info:

To place a LARGE order, please email me at in**@************co.uk with your requirements.
I’ll let you know what I have in stock and give you an estimated fulfilment time.

IF YOU ONLY NEED A COUPLE OF HOOPS/HIDES – YOU CAN BUY EASILY HERE- https://www.rachaelcrow.co.uk/product-category/drums/

Orders can take up to 6 weeks to complete.
Large or wholesale orders (over £600) may take longer—please allow extra time- I offer a discount for orders over £600. .
Postage is additional and will be calculated at the time of order.

Sales Policy:

A non-refundable deposit is required to secure all large or wholesale orders.
Refunds/ returns policy is below- please read.
By placing an order, you agree to these terms.

For more info about the hides- read here.

Drum bags- from £30 to folk who buy supplies or have made a drum with me! See examples here

Large Chamois Leathers (approx 80cm by 50cm) £12

Round Drum Hoops- buy 10 and get 1 free!

12″ Rosewood £40

14″ Rosewood £42

16″ Rosewood £44

18″ Rosewood £48

12″ Ash/Mulberry £28

14″ Ash £30 14’’ Oak £36

16″ Ash £32 16” Oak £38

18” Ash £36 18” Oak £40

larger size hoops available on request (Sept 2025 I have a few 20″ hoops in stock!)

ALSO see my listing for pow wow hoops- https://www.rachaelcrow.co.uk/product/24-30-drum-hoops-for-community-drums/

On occasion I have some Birch ply frames in stock- these are 13″ and 14″, some 3 ” thick £36, some 2″ thick £33

Oval Drum Hoops

14″ by 18″ Mulberry £40

Hides- NOTE! Hide thickness’ are unpredicatible- don’t expect a uniform thickness. Horse, cow and buffalo are super thick in parts and make a lovely deep tone, other parts maybe paper thin, but totally strong enough for a drum.

Red Stag/ Fallow Deer – Prices from £100 medium size, up to large hides £125. (large tend to be approx 110/125cm by 85/95cm- enough for 1 large drum (18″) or maybe 2x 14″, or 1x 12″ and 1x 14″/16″)

images give examples and show drum hoops on the hide

On occasion I have medium size reindeer-£250/£275 (note this hide is very fine and thin, more tricky to work with than other hides) See hides wth 14″ x 2 and 16″ x 2 on them.

: 130cm x 170cm approx

: 140cm x 150cm approx

Goat- £85-100 depending on size (pic wth 2x 14″ hoops)

Buffalo and Cow £200

Buffalo with 2 x 20″ hoops

Elk Hide- with 6 hoops (14″ and 16″)

approx measurements- each hide is different!!! 5-7ft (5ft not including the narrow neck part) width 4ft 8″ at the widest, 3ft at the narrow parts.

£550-600 depending on size

From the USA

Whole Horse Hide- these can fit up to 6-8 drums (14″-16″) – £500-550

depending on size

approx measurements- each hide is different!!! 5-6ft, width 5ft 5″ at the widest, 3ft at the narrow parts.

(also from USA as the UK suppliers have retired- hence the increased price. )

Hide & Hoop Return & Refund Policy
Respecting the sacred nature of raw materials

All hides and hoops I offer are carefully sourced and selected, honouring the life of the animal and the traditions of natural drum making. These materials are raw, wild, and full of character — no two are the same.

To ensure fairness and integrity, the following policy applies to all hide and hoop purchases:

Returns

I accept returns of hides and hoops within 7 days of delivery if you are not satisfied with your purchase.
Items must be unused, unsoaked, and in original condition.
Return postage is the responsibility of the customer, and items must be packaged with care to prevent damage.
Once the materials are received and inspected, a refund will be issued minus original shipping costs.

After 7 Days

Due to the organic nature of hides and the potential for mishandling or incorrect soaking methods, I cannot accept returns or issue refunds after 7 days.

Natural Variations

Please note that natural markings, thickness variations, scarring, or subtle colour shifts are inherent in wild and traditionally prepared hides. These are not considered faults, but unique features that reflect the life of the animal and the authenticity of the material.

If you are unsure which hide or hoop will suit your project, I’m always happy to offer guidance before you purchase.

Caring for Your Materials

You are responsible for the care of your materials as soon as they arrive- I advise unpacking them, and storing somewhere airy with no damp. Improper preparation or storage can lead to damage, for which I cannot be held responsible.