This Beaded Basket Pendant is a nod to community and family, our Tiyospaye.  It encompasses the conviction that family is not only made up of blood relatives but all relatives, Mitákuye Oyás’iŋ.  We strive to live in harmony, supporting one another and all living things.  In the tradition of weaving beads, each has a meaning and purpose.  Prayers are spoken as they are woven and best wishes are included for the recipient.  As I create the piece a similar prayer is expressed for it to be worn in good health, happiness, abundance and with protection under the sky of the Campitos Turquoise.

Sterling Silver, 9mm Campitos Turquoise

25mm round pendant on 18-20” adjustable sterling oval textured light chain with sterling lobster clasp

Native American Made: Enrolled Sicangu Lakota

Not hallmarked: due to FTC rules