Pendleton honors the crucial role played by Native Americans during World War II. Navajo "code talkers" created a unique form of communication, an uncrackable military code, using words from their native tongue. 82% pure virgin wool/18% cotton. Dry clean. Made in the USA. 64" x 80". Unnapped.

The Gatekeeper is an original Pendleton design from 1935. The blanket is a beautiful example of a Center Point pattern – one that contains a central design element that falls within a band through the center of the blanket. An eight-point star is the central figure. The star is a common design element among the Sioux (Lakota, Dakota and Nakoda) and often represents the morning star, signifying a new beginning with the break of dawn. The eight-point star, gatekeeper of the morning, shows the way to the light and knowledge of the day. 82% pure virgin wool/18% cotton. Unnapped and felt bound. Dry clean. Made in the USA. 64" x 80".

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The fabric of our nation is woven with the sacrifices of our veterans. In recognition of selfless sacrifice, our Grateful Nation jacquard blanket honors the brave men and women who have defended freedom throughout the history of the United States of America. Each authentically colored stripe represents a service ribbon awarded to veterans of historical conflicts in which our country has engaged:

• World War II Asiatic Pacific Campaign
• World War II Europe-Africa-Middle East Campaign
• Korean Service
• US Vietnam Service
• Southwest Asia Service (Gulf War)
• War on Terrorism

Centered on the blanket is a representation of the stars and stripes of the American flag, interpreted as a service ribbon. A total of 56 stars represent the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the five US territories. This unique blanket is an inspiration for the young soldier, a tribute to the veteran and a symbol of American national pride. A donation from the sale of each blanket will be made to the Fisher House™ Foundation, which provides residences near major military and VA medical centers for the families of ill or wounded service members. 82% pure virgin wool/18% cotton. Dry clean. Made in the USA. 64” x 80”

From an Edward S. Curtis photograph, the Hidatsa Earth Blanket embodies the elements of earth and sky. The grey triangular step pattern in the center is called the mountain design. Each cross represents the four directions. Unnapped. 82% pure virgin wool/18% cotton. Dry clean. Made in the USA. Created exclusively for the American Indian College Fund. Your purchase helps fund scholarships and other needs. 64" x 80".

The Turtle Blanket is a re-coloration of an early 1900s Pendleton design. It pays tribute to the Iroquois Confederacy, one of the oldest participatory democracies on earth, consisting of the Oneida, Seneca, Mohawk, Cayuga, Onondaga (and later the Tuscarora) Nations. The Turtle design was inspired by Iroquois, primarily Mohawk, legend. Long ago, the earth was covered with deep water and there were no people. According to stories, the birds saw Skywoman fall from the sky. As she fell, she grabbed the roots of a tree from heaven. The birds spread their wings together to save her. Only the Turtle was strong enough to hold her, so they placed her on the turtle’s back. There she planted the root; and as her garden grew, Turtle grew in size first becoming a large island, then finally North America, known as Turtle Island. This blanket is an example of centerpoint design in which three major design elements fall in a row down the center of the blanket. Unnapped. 82% pure virgin wool/18% cotton. Dry clean. Woven in our Northwest mills. 64" x 80".

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