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.