Baby Blanket - Thunderbird - by Mini Tipi

The Thunderbird design is by Anishinaabe artist, Trisha Pitura.

20% recycled wool, 30% acrylic, 50% recycled polyester
Wash on cold. Hang to dry.

30'' x 40 ''

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The Anishinaabe people believe the thunderbird to be one of the highest spiritual beings. It protects us from the serpents that live deep within the ground and ensures life for all living things.

The thunderbird is part of our natural law that teaches us that all living things must be treated with respect and integrity so that we can all survive.
This sacred bird comes here in the spring from the west bringing thunderstorms and rain. Then they do the same in the fall before returning west before winter.

This spiritual symbol represents power, protection, strength and survival.

MINI TIPI is an Indigenous-owned lifestyle brand that operates and manufactures its products locally in Gatineau, Québec, Canada. With the purpose of addressing the lack of authentic Indigenous-designed textiles, MINI TIPI is a brand label that collaborates with Indigenous artists to create exclusive designs ensuring proper representation in the industry. Through their artist royalty program and giveback initiatives, MINI TIPI became a leader in Indigenous designed textiles, artistic collaborations, and community involvement.

Products offered by MINI TIPI are designed, cut, and sewn in Canada. This not only gives back to the community through job opportunities and highlighting local talent, but it maintains a hands-on approach that guarantees the production of the highest quality products that will stand the test of time. By constructing everything from scratch, MINI TIPI has the ability to choose materials that add to the products’ functionality, uniqueness, and durability.

SUSTAINABLE FABRIC

At MINI TIPI we are guided by the Seventh Generation Principle, which is an Indigenous concept that leads you to make decisions thinking of the seven generations that are to come and to remember the seven generations who came before you. We take great pride in offering accessories made with recycled fibers and exhibit superior workmanship, resulting in a product that is reliable, long lasting and surpasses expectations and can be passed down through generations.

The art form of recycling textile fibers has been around for 100s of years and is practiced in Italy. By repurposing clothing and recycling the fibers, thousands of tons of fibers are not disposed of as waste and are reintroduced into the production cycle, preserving the environment. 

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