Currant Reversible Shawl

Regular price: $134.00
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Made with recycled fabric

This stylish medium weight shawl will be your go to accessory to keep you warm while looking good! The eco-friendly material woven in Italy is soft and luxurious and will keep you cozy all season long. The new pattern cut is the perfect fit on any body type, and can also be a great addition to your pregnancy wardrobe keeping you and your belly warm in those last months.

This shawl is your forever piece.

Poncho Fabric

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

Perfect soft and warm blend that will last a long time.

How To Clean your Eco-Friendly Shawl

Wash on cold, hang to dry .

About the Modern Star Quilt Poncho 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 her husband Delbert who is Mohawk and florals to honour her own Anishinaabe ancestry.

About the Indigenous Artist Nikki Shawana

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.

Currant Reversible Shawl © 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 the Mohawk designs and florals to honour her own Anishinaabe ancestry.

SIZE

One Size Fits Most

MATERIAL & CARE

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

Perfect soft and warm blend that will last a long time.

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.