2025 Native American Holiday Gift Guide

Native American Gifts For Everybody!

Here we are again, another holiday season is upon us!

If you’re like me, you’re already thinking about finding meaningful gifts that spark joy without all the holiday stress. This year, I’m especially excited to support Indigenous artists and creators through my holiday shopping, and I hope you’ll join me!

For many Indigenous communities, gift-giving around the holidays—whether it’s for Christmas, the Winter Solstice, or tribal celebrations—carries deep significance, and I’m thrilled to highlight the best Native American gifts that bring culture and creativity together.

Every business on our list has been thoughtfully selected to celebrate Indigenous artistry, culture, and community. My goal is to make holiday shopping a little easier and a lot more meaningful, with a diverse range of Native American handmade gifts that are perfect for sharing.

I hope these finds bring joy to you and your loved ones while supporting Indigenous enterprises, small businesses, and families.

Our carefully curated list of businesses supports Indigenous artistry, culture, tradition and communities. We hope our list is diverse, with an easy shopping experience that has you excited to share with others all while supporting an Indigenous enterprise, small business, or family.

Looking for more Native American products?

Check out our directory of Native-owned businesses and products at Shop Native!

Native American Clothing & Accessories

Looking to add authentic style to your wardrobe?

Our Clothing & Accessories section features beautiful, culturally inspired pieces from Native-owned brands that are perfect for gifting (or treating yourself!). From traditional designs to contemporary fashion, there’s something for every style and occasion here.

And if you’re looking for even more options, don’t miss our Shop Native directory, where we’ve gathered even more incredible Native American clothing brands we love. Check out our list of NativeAmerican brands we love for a wider selection of unique, high-quality apparel made by Indigenous artisans!

Monster Slayers Men’s Saddle Hoodie

Know someone who’s celebrating the return of the AMC series Dark Winds for a fourth tension-filled season? Consider this soft, earthy-brown hoodie featuring Joe Leaphorn and Jim Chee of the Navajo Tribal Police, the heroes of Tony Hillerman’s groundbreaking novels who investigate murders and hunt marauders on reservation land. Produced out of Camel Rock Studios, the first Native-American-owned film company in the country, Dark Winds is a testament to the creativity and fortitude of Indigenous people.

OXDX Clothing is the brainchild of Jared Yazzie, a Tempe-based designer who infuses his Diné heritage and pride into every piece. In 2023, Yazzie was even chosen as one of four artists in Super Bowl LVII’s emerging artist program, with his work featured as official merch!

Shop now: OXDX storefront at 1425 E University Drive, Suite B-104 in Tempe, Arizona, or oxdxclothing.com.

Circle Spiral Originality Crystal Hand Knitting Bohemia Alloy Fashion Simple Rice Bead Earrings

These spiral earrings rejoice with the shades of shimmering blue lakes and glinting amethysts and emeralds,embraced by an outer braid of gold. Their round shape gives the sensation of movement, as each circle of beads seems to signify one of the many cycles of growth that keep the universe and all of its creatures alive. Whether your loved one wants to add cultural flair to a tee shirt or elegant dimension to a little black dress, these earrings will tell a story of Native American tradition and contemporary style.

She Native believes that true beauty and confidence come from understanding who you are. Every pendant, pair of shoes, cloak, and cardigan is crafted by Native artists using age-old techniques. Their pieces honor Indigenous craftsmanship and carry forward generations of artistry.

Shop now: shenativeshop.com

Two-Tier Dentalium Earrings

Designer Justine Gustafson is Anishinawbe, a registered member of Whitesand First Nation, and she has been pouring her heart into beading for over fifteen years. You can spot her love for her craft in these two-tier dentalium earrings. The small, tubular mollusk shells (dentalium) speak to the Indigenous custom of using these valued commodities as trade currency and status symbols. The crystal beads in blue, pink, and red lead your eye downward to a set of swinging strawberries so accurately made, you can imagine yourself gathering them from a sun-kissed field.

Stay up-to-date with Justine’s journey and her beadwork projects: jbeadwork.com

Etkie – Luxury Beaded Bracelets – Black Tourmaline Collection

Some of us are already drawn to symmetry, but the bold geometric patterns of Etkie’s Black Tourmaline collection will capture everyone’s attention, no matter their taste. Neutral grays and blacks establish a serious, introspective mood while warm, sunny accents remind us to wake up and play in the light of day. Stack small and large cuffs in varying designs to create a stunning Southwestern effect. Investing in one of these luxury beaded bracelets means that you can not only take the credit for your loved one’s favorite holiday gift, but also contribute to the income of Native American artisans in New Mexico.

Shop now: www.etkie.com

Thunderbird Chore Coat with Backcountry Lining

Sure, this chore coat is perfect for the man or woman in your life who does hands-on work, but it’s also a statement piece for those who want to look good standing still! The deep blue denim absorbs wear and tear, and the wool and polyester lining keeps its lucky owner warm on cool evenings. Turning up the corduroy collar reveals a copper-threaded Thunderbird, a mystical eagle-like creature believed by some Native American tribes to protect humans from evil. This subtle yet meaningful touch speaks to the mission of Ginew’s founders, Dr. Amanda Bruegl and Dr. Erik Brodt: they carry their relatives’ spirits with them and want their patrons to join the ride.

As the first Native-American-owned denim line, Ginew’s collection blends contemporary Native American style with Ojibwe, Oneida, and Stockbridge-Munsee design elements in heirloom-quality garments and goods.

Receive a 30% discount on Ginew products sitewide with the code Gatherings2025Ginew.

Shop Now: www.ginewusa.com

Steve Paul Judd Sitting Bull Wild Rag

This rag is disorderly in name only!

In the mid-1800s, ranchers started wearing scarves made of four sacks to protect themselves from sun, wind, and dust. Eventually, cowboys switched to silk rags to elevate their status and their outfits for nights on the town. To honor the history of the American West, Ginew has crafted this “wild” (but truly refined) accessory for all to enjoy. It features a print of Sitting Bull by Kiowa/Choctawa artist Steven Paul Judd, a masterful double portrait set against a sunset of yellow gold, fiery orange, and crimson red, accented with strips of blue sky. Plan to dazzle a special person on your holiday gift list with this inspiring piece of Native Americana.

Receive a 30% discount on Ginew products sitewide with the code Gatherings2025Ginew.

Feel free to browse Ginew’s own gift guide for gathering season, a time to express gratitude for the bounty that nature gives us: ginewusa.com/collections/gifts

Studio Parfleche Rose

We all know that one person who turns heads when they glide into a room, utterly confident and yet authentically modest. This Studio Rose silk dress is made for them.

Designer Jamie Okuma has transformed images of real flowers that grow outside her studio into a bold yet exquisite print. Borders of inky black and blooms of lemon-ivory lend an upscale effect to this artpiece, one that deserves the space to breathe and billow. One can find Okuma’s works on display in museums across the United States, but this particular garment is born to move.

Jamie Okuma is a Luiseno, Shoshone-Bannock, Wailaki, and Okinawan who uses natural fabrics in strategic ways to ensure sustainability, while at the same time bringing traditional Indigenous aesthetics to contemporary life.

Shop more: earthwewear.com

Classic Canvas Shoes by Kira Murillo

These Classic Canvas Shoes by Kira Murillo might look too pretty to walk in, but with their slip-on style and elastic borders, they might just become a comfortable favorite in your closet. Wear them to boldly punctuate a sleek, monochromatic outfit or match the festive energy of a holiday dress. The clean lines, popping reds, and gentle blues of this tattoo-like artwork will transform any hint of melancholy into momentary delight: all you need to do is look down at your feet.

Check out other canvas shoes, as well as bandanas, dresses, and jackets in alluring geometric and floral prints, on the Teton Trade Cloth website.

Bag Beaded Wool

This combination of colors isn’t the least bit shy. Carry your essentials in this hardy wool bag in robust red and navy blue to powwows, or on daytrips to anywhere. The white seed beads edging the generous straps will lend your look a touch of elegance while the tassels framing the pouch flutter with your gait.

At the Wandering Bull of Washington, New Hampshire, you’ll discover a wide variety of Native American treasures for your holiday shopping list, including collectibles, antiques, craft supplies, herbals, and books. If you can’t decide on just one item from Harriett and Paul Bullock’s crafting enterprise, send your loved one a gift card and let them choose!

Explore the store: wanderingbull.com

Otter Steps Hip Bag

Going a little retro while staying true to your modern lifestyle is always fun! This fanny pack (or crossbody) merges the old with the new, combining a conventional Ojibwe pattern called “otter steps” with current-day sustainable manufacturing to make a “hip” product for people on the go. Creator Sarah Howes views this bag as “a perfect example of how we as Native artists are adapting yet staying close to our roots.”

Keep your wallet, keys, and snacks easily reachable while out and about, and know that your purchase has reduced plastic water bottle waste and funded the planting of trees, practices that help the whole planet.

Discover more: heartberry.com

Montana rugged Flex Relaxed Fit Corduroy Long Sleeve Shirt

For a man who likes to dress for comfort on the weekends, this corduroy shirt offers movability and warmth. He can wear it tucked into jeans with a black leather belt and silver Hopi or Navajo belt buckle, or let it hang loose and casual. The woven pattern across the shoulders comes from the genius of Bethany Yellowtail of the Northern Cheyenne and Crow Nations. Paired with Carhartt’s values of inclusivity and community, this touch of Native American artistry adds a cultural dimension to the workwear brand’s reputation of dependability and endurance.

Visit the store for more: carhartt.com

Women's Bethany Yellowtail Pom Cuffed Beanie

You most likely have that friend who always looks good in hats, no matter the weather or occasion. Well, they can now upgrade their aesthetic with this soft, stretchy pom pom beanie in storm blue. The jacquard knit panel features an original pattern by Bethany Yellowtail of the Northern Cheyenne and Crow Nations, a woman-run Native American brand devoted to promoting Indigenous designs in a contemporary world. Rest assured, your friend will never forget this hat at home.

For more information, visit carhartt.com.

Bigfoot T-Shirt: Vintage Sasquatch Graphic Tee – Indigenous Design

Sasquatch, otherwise known as Bigfoot, has been trudging through the wilderness of our imaginations for centuries. From the beginning of time, Indigenous communities would tell stories about large, beastly creatures living in the forest or mountains, either as protective guardians of nature or intimidating evildoers worthy of fear. The Coast Salish in the Pacific Northwest referred to these beings as “Sésquac,” meaning “wild man.”

With this softstyle tee shirt featuring a trekking Bigfoot, ShawneeCreativeArts encourages us to believe in the beguiling mystery of the natural world, and in the liveliness of our own creativity. Give it as a gift to keep the legend alive!

Mike Colvard, a member of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, founded ShawneeCreativeArts to preserve Native American culture and share it with others. Mike is an Indian Arts and Crafts Board Certified Native Artist. Check out more of his work here: ShawneeCreativeArts.

Beadwork by Sam

Take some time to leisurely scroll through hundreds of photos at Beadwork by Sam – you’ll find dazzling earrings and personalized mortar boards, medallions of pro-sports-team logos, handsomely-rimmed cowboy hats, intricate regalia pieces, and much more. Every product, painstakingly crafted, will take your breath away.

Chances are, you have a little one or a teenager on your list. Beadwork by Sam can create custom infant or toddler moccasins in most likely any design you ask for, including bear paws and Spiderman (though these baby mocs take time to create, so perhaps order them in advance for next year!). This type of gift is destined to become a family heirloom, preserved and passed down for generations. And if your teen daughter, granddaughter, or niece flaunts this glittery PopSocket to their friends, Sam will be fielding a flurry of new requests before she knows it.

Visit Sam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_beadworkbysam/

Food & Beverage

All of It Gift Box with Cinnamon Glazed Almonds

Appear on a neighbor’s doorstep with this deluxe gift box from Séka Hills, and they will invite you to their holiday party for years to come.

If you’re the one hosting, try Cheyenne Butter Bread with a side of pure California honey, or a Séka Hills almond lemon cake tinged with the citrus from Arbequina olive oil. And the cinnamon almonds? You might just devour the entire bag in one sitting. This set of sweet and savory flavors captures the best of Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation Tribe’s farmlands, three thousand acres of bountiful crops grown from sustainable practices.

Find more options at sekahills.com.

Tribal Tea Company Blackberry-Currant Loose Leaf Tea

Just pop the cover from this tin of loose leaf tea and inhale the spirit-cleansing tang of currants and floral undertone of elderberry. Include a cup with your daily breakfast of fry bread or blue corn scones, or brew a mug on a crisp evening and settle down with a good book or a lengthy scroll. And of course, anytime you feel the winter sniffles sidling in, head right to the cabinet for this immunity-boosting treat from Tribal Tea Company, a brand steeped in Native American herbal tradition.

Keep shopping: tribalteaco.com

NAWAPO – July Camping Bundle

Practical and hearty, this collection of staples will equip any camping fans you know with sustenance for their outdoor adventure. After working up an appetite swimming and fishing, they can fry up their catch in 100% all-natural fish batter and serve it with a side of Minnesotan wild rice. The protein-packed pemmican patty bars are just right for a snack on the hiking trails. Make your gift complete with the ultimate add-ons of wild rice vegetable salad, frybread mix, and raw honey. Nobody goes hungry in the forest with tasty provisions like these!

NAWAPO strives to bring authentic Indigenous products to buyers who want to support high-quality, Native-American-owned businesses. Shop more: nawapo.com

One 12-oz Bag of Organic Fair Trade Coffee and a French Press

No doubt you have several coffee enthusiasts in your circle, so why not support their passion and a Native American business at the same time? You can trust Native Coffee Traders, a family-owned business located on the Poospatuck Indian Reservation in Mastic, New York. Customers have praised the freshness and flavor of these products for years, noting that they must be tasting the love and dedication invested in each cup.

This gift set includes one bag of coffee and a French press. Coffee choices include Black Medicine Organic Dark Roast, Serious Joe Espresso Organic, and more.

See what else Native Coffee Traders has in store for you!

Puyallup Chocolate Covered Grahams, Puyallup Chocolate Mint Stacks, and Puyallup Chocolate Fortune Cookies

New for Holiday 2025 – an assortment of sweet Puyallup delicacies!

You can’t go wrong with a box of chocolates. A prime accompaniment to a Sweetgrass gift card, the grahams, mint stacks, or fortune cookies will quickly sweeten anyone’s night. Or aim for utter indulgence by gifting your friend or family member all three! Puyallup Chocolates uses pure cocoa butter, milkfat, and natural vanilla extract for a rich, sultry flavor, rather than relying on artificial ingredients that taste too processed or sugary. The company also sources their chocolate through the Cocoa Horizons program, which ensures ethical farming practices.

Shop for more high-quality Native American products here: sweetgrasstradingco.com

Creative Supplies

Native Craft Supplies

Are you an artist who prefers to create your own gifts with your own skilled and loving hands for family and friends? If so, scope out the pickings at Northland Visions of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Here, you’ll find a bountiful range of quality supplies for crafting, including fire-polished beads, dyed porcupine quills, horsehair, and brass cuffs and buckles. Maybe you’d even feel empowered to sew your very first jingle dress for your daughter or niece!

Northland Visions began as a home-based mail-order business in 1995, and has since evolved into a celebrated gallery that recognizes the artistic prowess of Native peoples from the Woodland and Plains tribes of the upper Midwest.

Explore the collection: northlandvisions.com

Base Fluffs

In Native American culture, you will see feathers used in endless ways – as decorative touches on clothing, hair adornments, and symbols of an individual’s clan or status. These colored fluffs work well as scalp feathers, on bustles, and in jewelry such as earrings. If you plan on giving homemade gifts this holiday season, you can find an array of craft materials at Wandering Bull, a supplier of Native American craft materials, as well as vintage and antique Native American Art with a focus on the Northeast Woodlands. Their catalog of items includes a wide selection of beads, jewelry that features beadwork and wampum shells, beaded moccasins, rattles, flutes, drums, clothing, and much more.

View their catalog at wanderingbull.com.

Be sure to check out their YouTube channel for craft tutorials!

Art & Home

Art Print “Navajo Nation”

Meet Alexis, a Native Artist who loves making people happy with her projects at Midnight Studio Crafts. In this delightfully upbeat digital print, Alexis showcases the treasured objects, animals, and landmarks that represent her Navajo culture. You may recognize one of the Mitten Buttes of Navajo Tribal Park in Monument Valley, Arizona. And did you know that the Navajo people are particularly skilled in sheep herding? The warm and cheerful tones of this print will perk up a kitchen, office, or children’s room, and provoke a smile from anyone, no matter their mood.

Visit Alexis’ Etsy shop for more, including stickers and 3D prints: Midnight Studio Crafts

Tlingit Xolo Stone Lithograph

Though most people might not know the official name for the dog majestically portrayed in this alluring print, they most likely have seen Xoloitzcuintli before. Here, artist Crystal Worl presents her subject with great dignity. The breed’s name comes from the name of the Aztec god of fire and lightning, and the breed itself stands for guidance and protection in Tlingit, Athabascan, and Aztec cultures. Crystal's design features a Tlingit Formline head and an Athabascan beadwork body, reflecting her tenderness for dogs and her belief in their beauty.

Siblings Rico and Crystal Worl, owners of Trickster Company, provide products from the Northwest Coast that represent the modern-day identity of Indigenous artists.

See more one-of-a-kind Native American apparel, art, and home goods at trickstercompany.com.

Prairie’s Edge – 2026 Ledger Art Wall Calendar by Donald F. Montileaux

Ledger art originated in the 1870s on the Plains, when tribes such as Cheyenne, Kiowa, and Lakota realized that they could explore new modes of expression by using a tool of the white man. Traders and government officials who traveled across America would carry ledgers to keep records, and Native American people began drawing and painting in the booklets left behind, documenting their experiences in the most unexpected of places.

Give the gift of Native American storytelling with this ledger art wall calendar by Donald F. Montileaux, an enrolled member of the Oglala Lakota Nation. The calendar features twelve colorful, sprightly drawings, each an iconic glimpse of Indigenous life.

Shop now: prairieedge.com

Beast Collective Adult Basketball

Sometimes you’ve got to change things up a little. Instead of grabbing your same old Spalding or Wilson from the garage before heading to the courts, take this red and black beauty with you. If you do, you’ll be summoning the beast within, a version of yourself that excels beyond recognition. Then imagine the explosive effect of joining your crew and working together to dominate the game.

Trickster Company challenges us to organize our efforts to protect and sustain the legend of Indigenous peoples. This brazen basketball design by Rico Worl sports close-up images of beast characters from Native American folklore to push us to take action, even if we have humble goals.

Curious to see more from Trickster Company? Visit them here.

Long Haired Angaktsina Kachina Doll By Ryon Polequaptewa (Hopi)

If you’re on the lookout for a whimsical yet time-honored Native American gift, you can head right over to the Heard Museum gift shop and peruse their extensive collection of Kachina dolls. The term “kachina” derives from the Hopi word “kachi,” which means “spirit,” a fitting name for these little characters that embody the powers of nature, from rain to crops to animals. Some Kachina dolls strike a traditional pose, while others like to display their dance moves.

Young girls usually receive these dolls as they grow up. Each doll symbolizes a prayer for health, growth, and fertility, and keeps its owner connected to their Native American heritage.

Discover more: heardmuseumshop.com

Abalone Shell with Wooden Stand

To clear your space – and your mind – from negative energy, you’ll need Wandering Bull’s abalone shell for smudging. Known for its smooth, iridescent beauty and durability, this kind of shell offers an appealing natural home for sage or incense (having kept its marine inhabitant safe in a former life). The wooden snake stand adds a ceremonial lift to a small yet impactful Indigenous ritual.

Many Native peoples turn to smudging, the act of burning sacred plants, such as sage, sweetgrass, and tobacco, to purify a person or a physical space. They believe that the smoke carries prayers to the spirit world, and in the process cleanses the air and anyone standing near.

A holiday gift such as this one can help your friend or family member to begin the new year feeling healthy, bright, and unburdened!

Explore More: wanderingbull.com | YouTube Channel

Whitehorn Serape Blankets

In Native American culture, blankets not only provide warmth, but also hold ceremonial significance and testify to the weaving skill of fast-moving fingers. These classic trade goods, designed by Derrick Whitehorn (Ponca), hail blankets of the past with their thoughtfully-chosen colors and striping sequences. You can know that whenever your loved one wraps themselves in the blanket you gave them, they are receiving a hug from you.

At 80” x 60”, a Whitehorn Serape Blanket will cover the needs of many on your holiday gift list.

Browse more gift options here: tetontradecloth.com.

Spider Woman Wool Blanket – North Winds Series

Navajo creation stories contain the lore of Na'ashjé'íí Asdzáá, or Spider Woman, the respected figure who taught Diné/Navajo women to weave woolen blankets and rugs for winter survival. Well-known Diné weaver Lynda Teller Pete has created this captivating violet and cream throw blanket that pays tribute to traditional women’s mantas, the grand mountains and sparkling stars of Navajo Nation, and Spider Woman herself in its design.

Eighth Generation is a Seattle-based art and life brand that features accessories such as scarves, jewelry, towels, hip bags and totes, and more. All of their merchandise is designed by inspired Native artists representing different tribes throughout the United States.

Visit 8th Generation for more holiday gift ideas.

Wellness & Self-Care

Sister Sky – The Full Collection

Marina and Monica, the inventive founders of Sister Sky, share their affection for organic ingredients through their comprehensive haircare line. Shower your own sister with love by giving her this festively-packaged collection of popular products, from shampoo to smoothing serum, infused with the healing scents of pear, elderberry, and sage. While you’re at it, slip a second collection into the shopping basket for yourself!

With your Sister Sky purchase, you back up a brand rooted in the desire to serve the distinct needs of women with multicultural hair. Marina and Monica have earned the opportunity to display the Intertribal Agriculture Council’s “Made/Produced by American Indians” trademark on their products, a privilege that makes these two citizens of the Spokane Tribe and Pauquachin First Nation proud.

Explore more at Sister Sky.

Bison Star Naturals – Body Care Gift Set

Close your eyes and inhale. Allow the scents of pine, sage, and lavender to swarm your senses and transport you to a woodsy patch in the cool New Mexico mountains. You might find that you’re invigorated to take on the wide-open day ahead, or finally feel your body relax into a state of ultimate calm after eight hours of work.

With this deluxe Bison Star Naturals gift set, you can divide and distribute the wealth to several friends, or present the entire collection to a single deserving soul. No matter your strategy, your decision to support this family-owned business will affirm how caring you are. Jacquelene and Angelo McHorse are committed to using organically-sourced ingredients and plants from their own garden in their products, and avoiding artificial dyes and perfumes.

Shop now: bisonstarnaturals.com

Prados Beauty – Eyeshadow Palette

Prados Beauty’s OG Steven Paul Judd Eyeshadow Palette is a fanciful and inviting holiday gift, especially for someone who understands the artistic nuances of makeup application. This palette features 30 vibrant, highly-pigmented shades in matte and shimmer finishes. Designed by Indigenous artist Steven Paul Judd, the packaging itself is a work of art.

Founded by Cece Meadows, a proud Xicana and Indígena (Yoeme) woman, Prados Beauty celebrates and collaborates with Native and Indigenous artists, promoting cultural awareness and community support. This award-winning brand, launched in 2019, also gives back through the Prados Promise, an initiative that donates proceeds and provides charitable assistance to Native communities across Turtle Island.

Shop now: pradosbeauty.com

Niawen – The Indigenously You Subscription Box

What could possibly be more exciting than receiving a gift that keeps on giving? Beauty and clothing subscriptions have become an obsession for many, and Niawen has joined the revolution. Their Indigenously You Subscription Box invites you to embrace your womanly individuality, your wisdom, and your bond with Mother Earth. With a selection of wild-crafted skincare products and unique beauty swag coming your way each month, you will learn quickly what it means to be “indigenously you”! Each box offers a curated assortment inspired by Indigenous tradition and valued between $75 and $100+.

Shop now: niawen.com

Sequoia Soaps – Sweetgrass Gift Set

The sweetgrass plant grows tall near the wetlands of America and Canada, and has woven its way through Native history, particularly in the mythology of the Ojibwe people. In their oral storytelling, sweetgrass emerges as a sacred force that symbolizes healing and the connectedness of all living things.

The Sequoia Sweetgrass Boxed Gift Set relays its own story, one of comfort and curative powers. Sweetgrass releases a soft aroma reminiscent of vanilla or hay, a fragrance that brings people back to easier times. Every box includes a handmade sweetgrass pendant crafted by The Birch Trail, as well as a sweetgrass-infused lotion, mist, soap, and candle. Completing the set is a sweetgrass sugar scrub.

Founded by Michaelee Lazore, who is Kanien'kehá (Mohawk) from Akwesáhsne and Northern Paiute from Nevada, Sequoia is proudly owned and operated by women.

Shop now: sequoiasoaps.com

Grandmother’s Salve

Don’t you sometimes wish you had a cure-all for every ailment? Try Grandmother’s Salve from Sweetgrass Trading Company, devised from locally-grown yarrow, comfrey, sweetgrass, and pinon pine from the Navajo Nation. Or, you might be drawn to the White Sage variety, with yarrow, white sage, sweetgrass, and beeswax. From cracked hands tormented by winter winds, to scraped knees from climbing trees, to inflamed insect bites à la summer nights, this remarkable balm moisturizes and heals any bump or blemish. Give these salves to any hard-to-please family member at the holidays – they won’t be disappointed!

Peruse more Sweetgrass Trading Company products here.

Lakota Made – Selfcare Gift Set

For that friend or family member who prefers milder scents and hydrating benefits, The Lakota Made Completely Clean Gift Set is an extraordinary choice! The Dark Lavender Facial Soap Bar gently cleanses and detoxifies, while the unscented Deodorant Bar offers natural freshness without a heavy fragrance. The So Fresh Shampoo & Body Bar revitalizes dry hair and skin, and the unscented Conditioner Bar seals in hair’s moisture. Finally, the Abla Kela Massage & Facial Oil provides nourishing and plumping hydration, perfect for one’s morning beauty routine or a soothing nighttime ritual.

Lakota Made is proudly owned by Megan, an Indigenous woman dedicated to creating eco-friendly, plant-based products.

Shop now: lakotamade.com

Tiyóšpaye Beadwork Journals

Journaling grants us quiet time to process our experiences, to wrestle with our anxieties, hopes, and goals. We may also like to jot down little wisdoms or funny quips we’ve heard throughout the day, or sketch out a plan for accomplishing a task. Tiyóšpaye Beadwork offers a variety of handcrafted journals for purchase, each created with special paper, touchable textiles, and envelopes for “goodies and keepsakes.” These Hopi works of art welcome you to write with expressive abandon, to indulge in hours of reflection that will bring you clarity and peace.

Enjoy a longer look: Tiyóšpaye Beadwork

Books & Literature

📚 Books by Native Authors 📚

Looking for your next great read?

Our Native American Gift Guide wouldn’t be complete without a collection of compelling books by Native authors. These selections of fiction, poetry, memoir, and historical nonfiction explore the nuances and complexities of Indigenous stories and voices. And here’s some exciting news: our brand-new Native American Book Club is now up and running! Join us as we explore powerful stories each month and connect with others passionate about Native literature.

For even more inspiration, be sure to visit our page featuring Native American books and authors here. Whether you’re discovering new authors or returning to favorite voices, there’s something for everyone in our curated list!

Rooted in Fire by Pyet DeSpain

Hopefully, even if you aren’t an avid cook, you have a family member who is! What could be a better gift than a cookbook from the first winner of Gordon Ramsay’s Next Level Chef?

Pyet DeSpain’s mission includes blending the tastes of her Native American and Mexican heritages, following sustainable food practices, and honoring the legacies of Indigenous peoples and lands through creative and contemporary cooking methods. With over 60 recipes that “connect land, legacy, and flavor,” Rooted in Fire will keep your family nourished for months. This catalog of mouth-watering recipes can only strengthen your ties to your loved ones and your cultural identity.

Order Chef Pyet’s cookbook now

Books & Burrow – The Seed Keeper

Located in Pittsburg, Kansas, Books & Burrow is owned by Darcie and Dave Shultz, who relocated to the Midwest with their daughter Rylie after challenging times due to COVID in 2020.

Books & Burrow is committed to showcasing Indigenous authors and stories, reflecting the Shultz family’s Peoria and Miami heritage. They aim to create a space where representation matters and help others reconnect with their cultural identities through literature. As the holiday season approaches, this bookstore becomes a wonderful destination for Native American holiday shopping.

Looking for a great book for your loved ones? Darcie highly recommends The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. This poignant novel spans generations and explores themes of intergenerational trauma, Indigenous resilience, and hope.

Shop now: 212 S Broadway, Pittsburg, Kansas 66762 or booksandburrow.com

Birchbark Books – The Berry Pickers

Birchbark Books, located in Minneapolis, is an independent bookstore owned by award-winning Turtle Mountain Chippewa writer Louise Erdrich. The shop offers a range of language books in various Indigenous languages, including Dakota, Ojibwe, and Cree, alongside locally made jewelry and crafts. Birchbark Books also caters to schools and reading groups, allowing them to purchase whole orders from its catalog.

One standout title available at Birchbark Books is The Berry Pickers, a debut novel that captivates readers with its exploration of truth, trauma, and the enduring power of love. Set in July 1962, the story follows a Mi’kmaq family from Nova Scotia who arrive in Maine to pick blueberries.

Shop now: 2115 West 21st Street in Minneapolis or online at birchbarkbooks.com

Paperbacks & Frybread – Decolonize Your Bookshelf

Dominique Burleson (Lumbee), founder of online and pop-up bookstore Paperbacks & Frybread, is determined to help the nation clear their bookshelves of literature that reflects the results of colonization. In place of those texts, she is championing the diversity and strength of authentic Indigenous voices. Dominique believes that books carry healing properties, and that each individual’s story deserves visibility and reverence.

Paperbacks & Frybread has recently kickstarted a new project: North Carolina’s first Indigenous-owned mobile bookstore. Dominique’s plan is to deliver Indigenous stories and inclusive education tools to powwows, schools, and underserved communities across the state. She also envisions partnering with other marginalized creators to build a network of small businesses that support and promote one another.

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Tawâw: Progressive Indigenous Cuisine

tawâw: Progressive Indigenous Cuisine by acclaimed chef Shane M. Chartrand is a heartfelt exploration of Indigenous culinary traditions. The term tawâw means “You’re welcome” in Cree.

Chartrand's journey with food began in his childhood in Central Alberta, where he learned the skills of raising livestock, hunting, and fishing. Now, as the executive chef at SC Restaurant in Enoch, Alberta, he combines his personal history with his passion for reawakening Indigenous cuisine.

This debut cookbook features over seventy-five recipes, including Chartrand’s award-winning dish “War Paint.” Beyond recipes, tawâw presents the stories and traditions of Chartrand’s Cree, Métis, and Mi’kmaw-Irish heritage.