Protection Baby Blanket cotton throw “Growing up in the powwow

“Growing up in the powwow circle

Turning the pages of Tessa's own adventure

and red zirconia gem for a bit of extra sparkle

it's also a time to gather and enjoy each other's company

5 in / 40

Protection Baby Blanket cotton throw “Growing up in the powwowIn Blackfeet culture, powerful animals like the buffalo, wolf, and elk are often called upon in song and ceremony for protection. Artist John Isaiah Pepion (Piikani Blackfeet) has woven the sacred buffalo, elk, wolf, otter, magpie, and beaver into his Protection Baby Blanket. An arrow fills the body of each animal, representing the lifeline or sacred breath each one carries. Made from a cotton wool blend, John's blanket is the perfect merge of warmth,