Blanket - Wool Blend - Eco-friendly - Generations

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Product Code: MTEB22

Artist: Aleen Sparrow

Nation: Musqueam - Coast Salish

 

 Made with recycled fabric

Eco-friendly Blankets are made of 50% recycled polyester, 30% acrylic, and 20% recycled wool. A perfect soft warm blend that will last a long time. 

Our eco-friendly everyday blankets are made from sustainable fabric woven in Italy. It’s perfect for family picnics, camping, and getting cozy around the campfire, and is made large enough for a queen-size bed or a throw blanket.

60" x 80"

ABOUT THE DESIGN

"Generations" serves as a poignant reminder of the imperative to safeguard our cultural inheritance, ensuring that the teachings, stories, and values of our ancestors endure. Like the threads that bind it, this blanket weaves together the past, present, and future, forging a timeless connection between generations and preserving the essence of who we are. Through its warmth and symbolism, it beckons us to embrace our collective responsibility to nurture and protect our cultural designs for the generations yet to come.

About the artist Aleen Sparrow

Aleen Sparrow is an artist/model from Musqueam Territory, in 2019 she began learning traditional Salish weaving techniques from her mother Debra which has allowed her to reconnect to a lost artform and inspire the next generation.  Aleen honors her mothers  legacy while adding her own innovative flair, bridging the gap between past and present.

The Sparrow family, a trio of artistic visionaries coming from the Musqueam Nation, is a family that embodies the essence of cultural continuity, weaving a narrative of resilience, creativity, and ancestral wisdom. From Debra's pioneering efforts to Aleen's innovative interpretations and Isaiah's budding talents, each generation contributes to an ongoing tapestry of culture, identity, and community. The Sparrow family's art serves as a living testament to the enduring power of storytelling, ensuring that Musqueam history and traditions continue to resonate across time and space.   Through their shared journey, they inspire others to embrace the importance of passing on history through the generations, ensuring that the vibrant tapestry of Musqueam culture endures for generations to come.

Wash cold, hang dry

Designed and made in Canada

Bought together