I love tote bags. I have to say, I probably have way more than I will ever use, but that doesn’t stop me from getting more – especially when I find wonderfully easy patterns to make them myself. Because of my love for tote bags, I have found a wonderful collection of 60 amazing tote [...]
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Read More>>>>>Where do I come from? So many of us seek the answer to that question. We turn to ancestry and genealogy websites to try and trace our own history, or perform a Google search of surnames to attempt to find.....
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Read More>>>>>It's so great to see A Tribe Called Red getting some mainstream media love! Great Big Story, an independent subsidiary of CNN, has been making some great videos lately, focusing on “untold, overlooked, and flat-out amazing” stories around the world......
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Read More>>>>>The Tohono O'odham Nation has released a video, “There's No O'odham Word for Wall,” detailing its opposition to the fortified border wall proposed by President Trump's recent Executive Order. The video also reiterates the Nation's commitment to continue working with.....
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Read More>>>>>I've been dreaming of one day owning one of these beautiful blankets from Eighth Generation! In case you're not familiar Eighth Generation is a popular Native owned business based out of Seattle, Washington. Louie Gong is the founder and owner.....
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Read More>>>>>Official Press Release from Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, posted February 23, 2017 Cannon Ball, N.D. — Dave Archambault II, chair of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, today refuted White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer’s statements that the White House has.....
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Read More>>>>>St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. If you’re Irish – and even if you’re not – I’ve got a wonderful collection of crafts that you can share with your children and show off that Irish pride. Kids love crafting – almost as much as we adults do – and to make things really [...]
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Read More>>>>>There are all kinds of emotions we as Native peoples are feeling right now. These emotions range from despair to rage, with all variations of motivation and shades of “what do I do now?” in between. When our 45th president.....
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Read More>>>>>Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple of weeks! Plan your Pow Wow trips! Upcoming Pow Wow THUNDERBIRD AMERICAN INDIAN DANCERS CONCERT AND POW
WOW February 04.....
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Read More>>>>>In a First, Brother and Sister Win at Hoop Dance World Championship The Heard Museum Hoop Dance World Championship winners this year included a brother and sister as champions: Tyrese and Kailayne Jensen. Tyrese Jensen may still be in high.....
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Read More>>>>>Antiques Roadshows on PBS is definitely a fun show to tune in to, especially for you shoppers that hit the thrift stores and estate sales. Recently they've been replaying some of their “Greatest Finds!” and this episode is always touching.....
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Read More>>>>>Although Nizhoni Ward has grown up away from her Navajo culture in Chicago, she is still very much involved with it. She was crowned as the American Indian Center (AIC) Jr. Miss Indian Chicago back in 2013 and was featured.....
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Read More>>>>>Chicken parmesan is a family favorite at many dinner tables. The trouble is, it’s often a difficult meal to prepare and sometimes takes longer than you have to make it. For busy moms and dads who have little time in the evenings to prepare a wholesome meal, chicken parmesan may seem like something that you [...]
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Read More>>>>>Do you ever buy an item of furniture purely because you need it—or because you like its style at the time—but as the years go by, you find yourself experiencing some buyer’s remorse because you just don’t like how it looks? That happens to me anytime I buy something dully practical. At the time, I [...]
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Read More>>>>>HAND CRAFTED CUT BEADED GEOMETRIC DES. ROSETTE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN NECKLACE THIS NICE HAND CRAFTED CUT BEADED GEOMETRIC DESIGN ROSETTE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN NECKLACE IS WELL MADE. THE NECKLACE FEATURES A NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN GEOMETRIC DESIGN CUT BEADED ROSETTE, IMITATION.....
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Read More>>>>>A Tribe Called Red is back with a new video for their song “Indian City”. Folks in street clothes, pow wow regalia all meet up in the park and an epic dance battle erupts. Check it out! If you want.....
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Read More>>>>>One of the best things about getting into DIY is that you can create beautiful décor for your home. On our site, we have featured so many amazing projects, everything from these 55 farmhouse furniture and décor ideas to these more contemporary projects. And now I have something new to share with you that I [...]
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Read More>>>>>A friend shared this GoFundMe page on her Facebook page today and I just had to share it with you guys too! Kaimera Cornell (Comanche, Kiowa, and Caddo) is currently a freshman at the University of Oklahoma and a President's.....
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Read More>>>>>Anishinaabe interior designer's childhood dream comes true with Canadian Interiors Magazine profile Winnipeg, MB – Destiny Seymour (Anishinaabe), an interior designer from Treaty 1 territory (southern Manitoba), realized a childhood dream today when her textile company, Indigo Arrows, was profiled.....
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Read More>>>>>I’m always looking for ways to reuse things – especially old furniture. I’m also always looking for creative ways to spruce up my backyard and flower garden. You can’t even imagine how excited I was to come across these different ways that satisfy both of my passions – decorating the flower garden and doing it [...]
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Read More>>>>>My family has such a huge collection of board games. It’s always been a wonderful tradition, playing board games throughout the week and even though my children are grown now, we still play regularly. I have game boards for everything from Monopoly to Clue and whatever falls in between. Let me tell you, over [...]
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Read More>>>>>Easter is just around the corner, hopping it’s way to us very soon. In celebration of the upcoming holiday, I’ve found 25 wonderful ways that you can incorporate mason jars into your Easter decorating. Mason jars can be used for everything from vases and candle holders to actual Easter baskets, and I love using them [...]
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Read More>>>>>Do you do brunch? I personally think everyone needs to plan a weekend brunch from time to time. The ladies in my family get together for brunch about one weekend a month and it’s so much fun to just enjoy good food and good company for a few hours. I’ve typically stuck with finger sandwiches [...]
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Read More>>>>>We were just getting ready to head to the department store for yet another patio furniture set when I had an epiphany. We never actually like anything we buy from the store. Without exception, either the furniture we buy isn’t comfortable, or it doesn’t hold up well to the weather. There never seems to be [...]
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Read More>>>>>Business smarts, beauty and a love for her culture? Why wouldn't she win the Miss Alaska USA title! Alyssa London, a Tlingit woman and Stanford University graduate, will represent Alaska on the national stage when ladies from all over the.....
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Read More>>>>>Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple of weeks! Plan your Pow Wow trips! Upcoming Pow Wow THUNDERBIRD AMERICAN INDIAN DANCERS CONCERT AND POW
WOW February 04.....
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Read More>>>>>8 Images from Bear River Massacre Memorial Ceremony A 154th Anniversary Memorial Ceremony was held January 29, 2017 to remember those lost in 1863. More than 200 people of all ages attended a 154th Anniversary Memorial Ceremony to remember the.....
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Read More>>>>>Visiting a Pow Wow or any cultural experience for the first time can be overwhelming. You will see new dances, hear new songs, and hear new terms and abbreviations. We have compiled a list of our frequently asked questions to.....
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Read More>>>>>Native American Pow Wows are open to the general public to attend. Pow Wows are open for the public to come and watch. You will be invited to watch the dancing and singing. You will also be welcome to browse.....
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Read More>>>>>Recently I featured a couple of wall art projects which made me think outside the box when it comes to decor. I’m talking about this geometric wall art project and this ridiculously painting project. Both of these projects have a more modern look than a lot of the DIY projects which we feature on the [...]
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Read More>>>>>Our friends at American Dakota produce amazing rugs with designs inspired and designs by Native American artists. We are a small rug company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We specialize in lodge, Southwest, sometimes unconventional designs. When possible we seek relationships.....
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Read More>>>>>Just recently I saw a viral video come back around that was shared last summer. You know it's good when your non-Native friends start sharing with you! Ha! So I thought I'd see what other funny pow wow dog videos.....
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Read More>>>>>Native American Crow Beaded Women's Belt Absolutely gorgeous 1 3/4 inches wide hand beaded and tacked Women's leather belt features traditional Crow Indian style design. Belt is 37 inches from end to end, tacked front hanging panel portion is 24.....
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Read More>>>>>I was invited to spend 4 days at the Mall of America as part of their MinNoCoata program. The Mall is trying to show that you can come to Minnesota and enjoy their stores and attractions in the middle of.....
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Read More>>>>>Dennis Banks, an enrolled member of the Red Lake Band of Anishinaabe and a co-founder of the American Indian Movement (AIM) is once again hoping the Longest Walk can help bring attention to issues that plague the Native American community......
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Read More>>>>>It’s awards season time again and the JUNO Awards are coming up soon! In case you’re unfamiliar, the JUNO Awards are presented by The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS), and serve as Canada’s premier awards show and.....
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Read More>>>>>Congratulations to Mr. Montana Wilson! As reported by the Bozeman Daily Chronicle, Wilson has become the first Native American to ever win the prestigious Gates Cambridge Scholarship to study in England. An amazing accomplishment since only thirty-six students were chosen.....
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Read More>>>>>Spring is in the air! I cannot wait to begin planting and decorating for warmer weather. It’s definitely been a long winter so far and with spring just around the corner, it’s time to begin thinking about different ways to decorate your porch for the warmer seasons. I’ve found a great collection of spring porch [...]
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Read More>>>>>This past weekend the 6th Annual Bay Area American Indians Two-Spirits (BAAITS) Powwow was held at the Fort Mason Festival Pavilion in San Francisco, California. It was a great time to catch up with old friends, make new friends and.....
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Read More>>>>>Northern Cree was invited to perform at the 2017 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California. The 7 time Grammy nominated group performed on February 12, 2017 as part of the Grammy Pre-Show. Below is the video from their performance. Thanks.....
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Read More>>>>>Wintertime often means power outages, which are never fun. Even if you maintain power during those cold winter nights, sometimes there’s just no fun in colder weather. Whether you’re looking for activities for winter or you want something that the kids will enjoy when it’s warm enough to be outdoors at night, I’ve got a [...]
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Read More>>>>>Eat, Play & Get Lucky: Romantic Valentine’s Getaways at Native Resorts Daft Punk might as well have been singing about a weekend casino getaway. At Las Vegas-style destinations across Indian country, it’s easy to play all hours of the night......
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Read More>>>>>NEW 5 PIECE HAND CRAFTED CUT BEADED TULIP DES NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN DANCE SET LOW PRICE ON THIS NICE NEW MATCHING 5 PIECE HAND CRAFTED CUT BEADED TULIP FLOWER DESIGN NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN DANCE SET This nice 5 piece Native.....
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Read More>>>>>#StopDisenrollment is a grassroots visual advocacy movement that was created by Indigenous peoples. It first went viral last February and has gained lots of support from celebrities and regular folks in the Native community. The #stopdisenrollment project might have launched.....
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Read More>>>>>There’s a saying that one man’s junk is another man’s treasure. This is certainly true when it comes to upcycling. Along that though, did you know that you can upcycle just about anything? It’s true – this collection of 20 ways to upcycle tuna cans proves it! Let me just say that we eat a [...]
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Read More>>>>>The Mall of American is Bloomington, Minnesota has invited me to spend the weekend enjoying the shopping, attractions, and restaurants in the largest mall in the United States. This weekend they invited a few other bloggers and myself to take.....
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Read More>>>>>Big congratulations are in order for Northern Cree, who have now racked up seven Grammy nominations in their long and lustrous career. Their recent album It’s a Cree Thing is in the running for Best Regional Roots Music Album this.....
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Read More>>>>>Boys with Braids is a movement across Turtle Island, dedicated to sharing the teachings of why boys, men and elders wear braids. A lot of young men sometimes feel ashamed to wear their hair long so it’s been very uplifting.....
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Read More>>>>>Do you crochet? Crocheting and knitting are such wonderfully relaxing pastimes. Even if you’ve never held a crochet needle, there are so many wonderful things that you can create. I know, because although I love the thought of crocheting, it’s not my best talent. It took so long for me to figure it all out, [...]
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Read More>>>>>Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple of weeks! Plan your Pow Wow trips! Upcoming Pow Wow Tecumseh Lodge 2017 Mid-Winter Pow Wow January 07 –.....
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Read More>>>>>This past Saturday, the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum presented “Singing the Birds (Wikitmallem Tahxmuweh): Bird Song & Dance Festival” at Palm Springs High School in California. This free public event was hosted by Michael Mirelez (Desert Cahuilla) and celebrated traditional.....
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Read More>>>>>Mason jars might just be the greatest invention ever. Whether you enjoy canning with them in the fall or you just have a few around that you use for various crafts and DIY projects, these things are just so versatile! I love how you can totally turn them into something completely different than a mere [...]
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Read More>>>>>The People’s Choice Awards are a way for the visitors of PowWows.com to recognize and honor the outstanding events, dancers, and singers of 2016. Voting for the awards this year will take place on Facebook through LIVE voting! Please visit.....
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Read More>>>>>If you’ve ever done laundry, you’ve surely experienced the missing sock dilemma. You know, when you put a pair of socks into the dryer but end up with only one. Instead of throwing out those mismatched socks, you can easily turn them into any number of wonderful DIY crafts. There are so many different things [...]
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Read More>>>>>Saturday February 4th 2017 marked the 6th annual Bay Area Two Spirit Powwow. Founded by J Miko Thomas, Ruth Villasenor and Derek Smith, this popular powwow has grown with every year. The powwow was hosted in the Fort Mason Center.....
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Read More>>>>>Tiffany Midge: The new circus is in town and it’s headed by Donald Trump Have you had enough already of Republican President Donald Trump? Despite the drama, Americans are finding ways to survive, observes poet Tiffany Midge, a citizen of.....
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Read More>>>>>Chicken is a relatively inexpensive meal if you buy dark meat. White meat can be terribly expensive and unfortunately, not everyone is a fan of legs and thighs. This Chicken Thigh Roll recipe however, may change all of that. Wrapped in bacon and stuffed with cheese, these chicken thighs may be the best thing you’ve [...]
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Read More>>>>>Who doesn’t just love blueberry pie? This cobbler style pie is a wonderful treat any day of the week and it’s really easy to make. If you loved grandma’s blueberry cobbler, you’re going to really love this recipe. It’s delicious, especially when you serve it warm with vanilla bean ice cream! You can use fresh [...]
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Read More>>>>>The Super Bowl is quickly coming up and many of you may be wondering just what appetizer you should make for the big day. I am such a fan of football and love finding recipes that I can make for Super Bowl parties. I believe that everyone at your game watching party will adore these [...]
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Read More>>>>>Baby clothes are so adorable and come in so many wonderfully cute styles, colors, and designs. The bad thing is, most babies only wear those clothes for a short time. Babies grow so quickly that your little one may only get to wear your favorite little outfit once before it’s just too small to wear [...]
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Read More>>>>>Have I mentioned how much I love to upcycle? You know, when you take something that has served its original purpose and then use it to create something amazing and new? The entire concept just thrills me. With that in mind, I have found 50 amazing ways that you can repurpose your old unused sweaters. [...]
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Read More>>>>>Herb flavored cream cheese makes these chicken and bacon rolls a delicious choice for family dinners. Even if you have a busy day and don’t really have time to cook up a wholesome meal, this is the perfect recipe. It takes less than an hour from start to finish and gives you a warm, tasty [...]
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Read More>>>>>Snack time doesn’t always have to mean chips and candy. If you’re watching your weight or just want to try eating healthier for a better overall lifestyle, these baked avocado fries are right up your alley. I have to say, I absolutely love avocados. I put them on nearly everything, but I never even considered [...]
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Read More>>>>>Gardening time is almost here! Are you ready to get outside and begin planting and watching those veggies grow? I love gardening and cannot wait until I get to put that first seed in the ground. Since it’s nearly time to get started on our gardens, I thought I would share some great gardening recipes [...]
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Read More>>>>>Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. If you have kids – or grandkids – and are looking for projects to keep them busy and help spread the love, I’ve found a great collection of adorable crafts that you can make together. All of these are so easy that even toddlers can help with them, [...]
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