This beautiful blanket features artwork from Passamaquoddy Two Spirit Master Basket Maker Geo Neptune, winner of the 2019 Wool Blanket Design contest. The blanket’s designs are based on the Wabanaki "tree of life" double curve, a motif that represents the circle of life and their creation story as Ckuwaponahkiyik, the children of Koluskap. With additions of floral symbols and designs to represent their clan (Wapikuhkuhkhahs – Snowy Owl), Geo created a mirrored style to illustrate the duality found within themself, within nature and within every person who sees the blanket. The rising sun has always held great significance for Wabanaki people – The People of the Dawn – and is reflected in the blanket’s colors.
Geo began researching historic designs and drawing their own double curves when they joined others doing the work to reclaim Indigenous tattoo traditions. Excited to show the world something new and have an innovative component as an artist, Geo is also thrilled to show Wabanaki culture is in demand and available to people all across the world.
"I hope that the colors of the blanket, the warmth from its wool, and the ancient-but-new-again designs remind all that Wabanaki people are still here, our languages are still in tact, our cultures and people have survived, and "kmihqihtahasultipon" – we, collectively, remember,” Geo says.
- 2-sided design
- Covers top of Queen Size bed (59 in x 78 in/ 200 cm x 150 cm)
- Colors include plum, pink and light orange
- Suede Edge Band
- 100% wool pile; 100% polyester warp
- Imported
- Dry Clean
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Product Care:
- Recommended care is Dry Clean Only. However, you can rinse your blanket on a gentle, cold setting. Hang dry away from direct sunlight.
- Clean liquid stains immediately with warm water and mild detergent.
- Never use harsh chemicals or scrub wool.
- Store blanket away from direct sunlight.
