Star Essential Bag

Regular price: $34.00
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Sale price: $34.00

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Made with recycled fabric

About the Star Essential Bag

This unique bag will be part of your everyday lifestyle! It’s the perfect size for travel, or to carry your everyday essentials. It features a zipper closure in a clamshell construction to allow for easy access and visibility to all your goodies! This practical pouch will help keep you organized and stylish.

Pattern placement may vary- they are built with upcycled fabric from our beautiful designs

Star Essential Bag © design is property of MINI TIPI. No total or partial reproduction is authorized without the consent of MINI TIPI.

ABOUT THE DESIGN

Star Quilts have been used for many generations among various Nations as 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 Mohawk designs and florals to honour her own Anishinaabe ancestry.

9 inches x 4 inches x 5 inches

MATERIAL & CARE

20% recycled wool, 30% acrylic, 50% recycled polyester

lined with a high quality polyester/cotton

Wash on cold. Hang to dry.

About the artist Nikki Shawana

Odawa Nation, Eagle Clan

Wiikwemkoong unceded territory on Manitoulin Island

Nikki Shawana, currently living in Norfolk County, ON, is a multi-faceted woman. From being a talented artist and maker, to teaching and inspiring youths through workshops, and engaging in community through her performances as an esteemed Pow Wow Dancer, Shawana knows no limits. At an early age, Shawana learnt Pow Wow Dancing as a way to stay connected to her Anishinaabe roots while growing up in the urban setting of Southern Ontario. When it comes to making art, Shawana follows in the footsteps of her grandparents who were talented craftspeople and who inspired her to stay connected to her culture, language, and traditions.

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FAQs

What makes MINI TIPI blankets special?

MINI TIPI’s products feature authentic Indigenous designs making them pieces of art in themselves. MINI TIPI not only creates exclusive designs, but also collaborates with Indigenous artists all across Turtle Island to provide a platform to highlight their art work as entrepreneurs and share their knowledge and teachings through beautiful designs. These products are unique, high quality, beautiful and conversation starters.

How to wash my MINI TIPI Blanket?

Due to the wool blend of MINI TIPI products, items can be washed on cold and hung to dry.

How big are MINI TIPI blankets?

Our blankets are 60 inches by 80 inches.

Where is MINI TIPI’s fabric woven?

Our eco-friendly fabric is woven in Italy with recycled wool and polyester.

How do MINI TIPI artist’s get paid?

MINI TIPI has a strong relationship with their collaborating artists and ensures long term support through their artist royalty program.