About the Design: Star Quilts have been used for many generations among various Nations as a gift of honour and protection. The Star Quilt design symbolizes our connection to the Universe and beyond. Nikki has incorporated the Star Quilt design as a tribute to her Nancy-baa (grandmother), as well as Haudenosaunee
SkyDome designs to honour her husband Delbert who is Mohawk and florals to honour her own Anishinaabe ancestry.
About the Artist: Nikki Shawana is a mother, wife, business woman, teacher, friend and loves to travel North America to dance and sing at Pow Wows. When it comes to making art, she follows in the footsteps of her grandparents who were talented craftspeople. Nikki enjoys making moccasins, mittens, beadwork, sweetgrass baskets and Star Quilts.
Fabric:
50% recycled polyester, 30% acrylic, 20% recycled wool
Perfect soft and warm blend that will last a long time.
Size: 60 inches x 80 inches
Wash on cold, hang to dry.
About MINI TIPI: MINI TIPI is a Canadian women-owned company that creates small batch quality goods. MINI TIPI was founded in 2016 by Trisha Pitura and Mélanie Bernard.
Their designs are inspired not only by their lifestyles, but also by their proud Canadian and Indigenous heritage to develop a truly unique line of goods that are as practical and useful as they are stylish and beautifully made. All MINI TIPI products are designed, cut and sewn in Quebec, Canada.