Native-made gift ideas for Mother's Day!
Shimá’s (Mother’s) Day is right around the corner on Sunday, May 10th! It’s time to whip out your craft box, your baking kit, or your pen and paper to put together a token of appreciation for your momma, your aunties, your sánís, or your partner. If you’re looking for a gift idea made with love by talented Native artists and entrepreneurs, look no further. We’ve curated a list of our favorite gift ideas for all the special women in your life. Happy Mother’s Day!
Grandmother Mountain Soap – SHIMA of Navajoland Soaps
These naturally fragrant soaps from SHIMA of Navajoland are lux! One of our favorites is the Grandmother Mountain, but they offer Blue Corn and Prickly Pear soaps as well as teas, facial scrubs, and body powders. Check out the full product line here.
Large Lotus Tote – Lotus & Layne
Nothing says luxury like a soft leather tote, hand-stitched to perfection by local artists in Cornfields, AZ. The Large Lotus tote is big enough to carry all of her essentials for work or everyday toting.
Bullet Journal – Crystal Dugi
The playful and fun prints from Navajo artist Crystal Dugi are perfect for the traditional-meets-modern Native woman. Her journal series is a great gift for planners and creatives who need a stylish tool for jotting down notes and sketching ideas.
Limited Edition Sweat Top from Olathe – Orenda Tribe
Shower mom with love and support young Native creatives with this elegant “Tsiitł’óół” top, designed by Diné artist Olathe and sold through Orenda Tribe, a Native owned boutique in Albuquerque. On sale now!
The Resilient Earring - John Isaiah Pepion
Assembled by hand at the Eighth Generation studio, the Resilient Earring features artwork from John Isaiah Pepion of the Pikani Band of the Blackfoot Confederacy and is a tribute to strong and resilient women.
Shima Red Rose Soap - Nizhóní Soaps
Since hand washing is all the rage this year, we’re including a second fantastic soap line featuring colorful and sweet flavors such as Piccadilly Soap (pictured), Sweet Grass, and Fresh Juniper with Birch.
