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Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Help Save Our Native Arts and Crafts
As of February 10, 2009 new laws go into effect that will drastically impact my work and that of many others in the arts and crafts industry. In fact, it will destroy us. This law requires expensive testing and certification of all items for the use of those under 12 years old. As you know, we make and sell many items at Pow Wows and on-line that are intended for this age group.
Native children purchase our children's jewelry and toys. Their relatives purchase our bead work for the regalia of their young people. In other sections of this blog, I have posted photos of young girls proudly wearing my barrettes, earrings, etc.
Our land was taken. Our streams and the air we breathe were polluted. We were forced to lands we did not choose. Now, they want to take our ability to protect, perpetuate and promote our culture through our crafts as well. Please vote by clicking above, add the widget from the site if you choose, write your government officials, notify your friends. PLEASE HELP SAVE OUR ARTS AND CRAFTS!
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3 comments:
Well put, Joni. I hope something is sorted for you all soon.
I'm going to vote. I've been reading a lot about this, and it will affect so very many people. One place said that the people you are buying your supplies from may have had all of the testing done. But it seems a never ending loop.
This is a very important issue. Thank you for sharing it with all. - CT
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