• Connections Sherpa Baby Blanket
  • Connections Sherpa Baby Blanket
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MINI TIPI

Connections Sherpa Baby Blanket

$85.00
$85.00
$85.00
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Made with recycled fabric

About the Connections Indigenous Baby Blanket

This blanket will be part of your everyday adventures. Perfect for all seasons. Bundled in the stroller or toboggan on chilly days, snuggled up with books or a movie on the couch, or your babes all tucked in their crib or bed. This practical piece will become part of your family. 

Connections Sherpa Baby Blanket © design is property of MINI TIPI. No total or partial reproduction is authorized without the consent of MINI TIPI.

ABOUT THE DESIGN

The hummingbird is a small but powerful life force. It symbolizes healing and the connection that we have to the beyond. In order to maintain the connection to our relatives and loved ones that have travelled on to the spirit world we honour the messengers that bring us peace and hope. 

We look to the light in search of them - just as the hummingbirds face towards the symbol of the sun and moon, and leave a trail of energy behind them as they flutter into the sky. 

This blanket design is a warm reminder that those of our past are always with us in spirit, let us honour them.
SIZE

30 inches x 40 inches
MATERIAL & CARE

This warm and luxurious blanket is made from a mix of acrylic and wool and backed with lush sherpa for extra warmth and thickness.  

Super soft wool/ acrylic blend reverses to cozy 100 % poly sherpa 

*Pattern layout subject to change according to cut.

Wash in cold. Tumble dry room temparature.
Connections Sherpa Baby Blanket
Connections Sherpa Baby Blanket

About the artist Emily Kewageshig

Saugeen First Nation

Emily Kewageshig is an Anishnaabe artist and visual storyteller from Saugeen First Nation No. 29. With a fine arts education from both Sheridan College and OCAD University (Ontario College of Art and Design), Kewageshig finds inspiration from artists such as Norval Morrisseau and Daphne Odjig. Exploring themes of birth, death, and rebirth in her work, she speaks to the interconnection and cyclical patterns of life. While using both traditional painting techniques and contemporary digital methods, Kewageshig creates anything from large scale murals, to book illustrations, and digital designs. The subjects explored in her work are closely intertwined in her cultural teachings and personal lived experiences. Kewageshig creates artwork in her own  personnel practice and for various collaborations with the aim to highlight Indigenous knowledge and culture, commissioned and featured by organisations such as CBC and Purlator. 

"Artists are the voices of communities," noted Kewageshig, adding, "Artists inspire and uplift us all. Art is critical in creating social change."

https://www.emily-kewageshig.com/

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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.