Oh Great Spirit who made all races. Look kindly upon the whole human family and take away the arrogance and hatred which separates us from our brothers. - Cherokee Prayer by Unknown Author

About The Artist

Hi, my name is Charity and I love candles, my dog and the planet! I'm also passionate about learning all I can about tribal cultures. As a tribe member myself this inspires all I do. Everything is handmade by me with the cleanest most sustainable products available. Happy Native creations are infused with joy and meant to be repurposed and treasured. Hope you enjoy my contemporary take on Native American art.

Thank you for reading and stay happy!

Native Americans believe that everything on earth is interconnected. Relationships with each other and the planet are cherished. Four Directions take on different meanings that vary among communities and/or stages of life. No matter the Tribe they are all designed to meet the individual where they are on life’s journey. Offering guidance for whatever dilemma or path they are on.

The Four Directions are represented here by the dimensions of happiness and well-being through Father Sky, Mother Earth, Spirit Tree, and the Holy Hoop or Medicine Wheel.

Concept Details:

  • Designs that celebrate Native American culture.

  • Scents curated to accompany vessel design highlighting the plants uses.

  • Vessel shapes are inspired by Native American baskets.

  • Hidden scene inside that reveals itself a little more with each use.

  • Designed to be repurposed in connection with respecting the planet.

Happy Father Sky

Meaning/symbolism/features:

  • Outer design - symbol for wisdom

  • Teepee - safety

  • Owl - protection and insight

  • Dragonflies - messenger of transformation.

  • Sun - healing and peace

Scent: Clean masculine scent consisting of citrus, suede, and cloves.

Native American Connection: Clove

  • Kill Bacteria | Inflammation | Relieve Pain

  • Cloves were commonly placed directly in the mouth to numb toothaches.

Happy Mother Earth

Meaning/symbolism/features:

  • Friendship circle - our connection/responsibility to the planet

  • Stars - beautiful and safe

  • Moon protector and guardian of the earth.

    • Its spirit watches over us and can change our moods.

Scent: Sweet nutty scent consisting of lily, almonds, vanilla, and coconut

Native American Connection: Lilys

  • Healing Wounds | Treating Fevers | Contraceptive

  • In some communities women would chew the leaves to prevent conception.

Happy Spirit Tree

Meaning/symbolism/features:

  • Trees - gratitude

  • Trees firm base symbolise the concept of 'roots' and an ongoing relationship with natural surroundings

  • Buffalo - abundance

  • Tortoise - health

  • Thunderbird - unlimited happiness

Scent: Spa-like soothing scent consisting of chamomile, sweetgrass and vanilla.

Native American Connection: Chamomile

- Anti-inflammatory | Pain Reliever | Fever Reducer

  • Often drank as a tea to relieve headaches.

Happy Hoop

Meaning/symbolism:

  • Happiness

  • Eagle - strength

  • Buffalo - abundance

  • Turtle - long life

Scent: Woody smudge inspired scent consisting of sage, palo Santo and cedar

Native American Connection: Sage

  • Treat Asthma | Antiseptic | Ceremonial Cleansing

  • Used to eliminate bacterial infections on the spot.