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2. Where to get Mardi Gras beads and throws in Lafayette - AOL

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   Beads are an essential part of Mardi Gras. If you need them for a parade or sending Mardi Gras care packages, here are 4 places to get beads.

3. Mardi Gras throws - Wikipedia

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   Mardi Gras throws are strings of beads, doubloons, cups, or other trinkets passed out or thrown from the floats for Mardi Gras celebrations, particularly in New Orleans, the Mobile, Alabama, and parades throughout the Gulf Coast of the United States, to spectators lining the streets. The "gaudy plastic jewelry, toys, and other mementos [are ...

4. Krewe of Muses - Wikipedia

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   Muses throws are cherished, worn, and displayed throughout the year, rather than being discarded to clog drains or landfills. Of course, the iconic and upcycled Muses Decorated Shoe, which was originally an homage to the Zulu coconut, is a perfect example of reuse. It is also the most coveted throw of Mardi Gras.

5. The History of Mardis Gras in 10 Facts - AOL

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   Mardi Gras—the French term for 'Fat Tuesday'—lasts from January 6 until February 13. Carnival kicks off after Christmas on January 6 (otherwise known as Twelfth Night) and continues until Fat ...

6. Mardi Gras in Mobile, Alabama - Wikipedia

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   Knights of Revelry members tossing throws from atop a float in 2010. Mardi Gras throws have themselves evolved over the years. As little as 20 years ago, the beads thrown by Mobile maskers were small, cheap plastic pieces, and few maskers gave much thought to them. Today, the beads can be the most expensive items on a masker's throw list.

7. Fun, Fascinating Mardi Gras Facts That You Didn't Know - AOL

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   The family-owned business, which designs and builds floats for Mardi Gras and other festivals far beyond New Orleans, celebrates its historic ties to the city with Mardi Gras World. After repeated ...