Opening this September in Tacoma, Washington, Cedar & Sage is a Native-owned boutique created by family team Shaiana McCloud, Averyana McCloud, Elizabeth Bybee, and Vonetta Bybee. The team consists of members from the Puyallup, Nez Perce and Umatilla Tribes. The shop was built around a shared vision: celebrating Native artistry while providing a place where local artists can share their work and customers can find authentic, high-quality pieces.
The founders describe Cedar & Sage as a place rooted in both culture and community. As Native women, they wanted to create a space that not only highlights the beauty of traditional crafts but also helps preserve them for future generations.
The store’s name was inspired by two plants central to Native traditions. Cedar and sage are known for their use in cleansing, protection, and spiritual balance. For the founders, the name reflects their respect for the land and the cultural traditions they hope to honor through the shop.
The boutique will carry an array of Native-made goods, including beadwork, jewelry, art, and handcrafted items. It will also stock supplies for traditional crafts, such as beads, leatherworking materials, and fabrics. By sourcing directly from Native makers, the owners are ensuring each item is both authentic and connected to its cultural roots.
The Cedar & Sage team wants customers to feel a sense of peace and belonging when they walk through the doors. Their hope is that the store will be a place where people can not only purchase beautiful items, but also learn about and appreciate the traditions that inspire them.
Cedar & Sage chose to partner with SweetGrass Trading Company because of a shared mission: supporting Native-owned businesses and providing access to authentic, culturally meaningful products. Together, the businesses are helping strengthen community connections while uplifting Native makers.
Cedar & Sage will officially open its doors in September 2025 at 3030 D. River Rd. E., Tacoma, WA. The owners look forward to welcoming the community and sharing a space that reflects the creativity, traditions, and resilience of Native people.