Pendleton Morning Star Crib Blanket

In 1865, a young beader created this design for her own moccasins and leggings. Generations later, Cydnee Shangreaux has translated her fourth great-grandmother's pattern to tell the Morning Storm story. Two borders of Morning Stars represent a long life with many winters. Steps represent a journey, with the two dots on either side signifying a good life from childhood to adulthood. Thunderbirds serve as messengers along the way, carrying songs through the storm.A portion of the proceeds from the "Morning Sky" Blanket sales will go to the American Indian College Fund, a nonprofit organization that helps fund scholarships for Native American students and tribal colleges. Your purchase helps support their honorable mission. 32" x 44" Napped; fabric is combed for a softer, thicker feel Felt binding or Whipstitch binding or Ultrasuede® binding Pure virgin wool/cotton Fabric woven in our American mills Dry clean Made in USA About the artist:Cydnee Shangreaux (Oglala Sioux) is a beadwork