About

Turquoise Feather Designs, Garner, IA

I have done Macrame off and on since the early 1970's.  When I retired my daughter encouraged me to do more of the crafts I love and to start my own business.  Surprisingly I have had a lot of fun!  I love to rockhound, looking for precious gemstones and minerals.  I decided to incorporate these into my macrame.  My Grandfather, (Lakota Sioux), taught me to respect the earth and her abundance.  He also taught me how to make traditional Dream Catchers.  I use grapevine, sinew and real stones with healing properties.  I do not use real flight feathers!  I do use turkey or imitation eagle feathers.  I also bless and cleanse each piece before offering it.  My Dream Catchers and my Macrame Wall Hangings with stones are my most popular.  I am excited to introduce my newest art, Native Wood Lamps and Sculptures.  I do custom orders and enjoy getting to know my clients and what their needs are to help choose the best design and stone for them.