Daughters of the Earth Wool Blanket

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“Ah-Day” means “special” in Kiowa, and this beautiful, intricate blanket is surely an unsurpassed gift for a special child. It is produced exclusively for the American Indian College Fund by Pendleton Woolen Mills, and designed by artist Virginia Stroud, an acclaimed contemporary Native American artist. This blanket was inspired by a Plains Indian tradition according to which new parents place their child’s remaining navel cord inside an amulet shaped like a turtle The amulets represent the turtle’s hard shell that will guard the spirit of the child and ensure a long, protected life.

These blankets, great for wrapping yourself up, use on a bed, or a throw on the couch. They are impressive as wall hangings. Felt bound. 82% pure virgin wool/18% cotton. Dry clean only.

Pendleton been a family-owned business for more than 140 years, weaving and creating all their products in Pendleton Oregon USA.

81cm x 112cm

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