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Exciting new Native-made products coming soon!

Posted on by Molly Roe
13
Nov

Get ready to experience our latest Native-made offerings! SweetGrass Trading Company is thrilled to announce a lineup of exciting new treats from Indigenous-owned companies, crafted with tradition and quality.  Soon on our website, you’ll find:  – Decadent Chocolate Covered Chips and Peppermint Bark from Bedré Fine Chocolate (Chickasaw)  – Rich Dark Chocolate Blueberries from Emily’s […]

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Four Indigenous-made gifts to delight dad this Father’s Day

Posted on by Molly Roe
Girl with curly brown hair holding a Happy Father's Day card behind her back. She is facing her father who is out of focus, but can be seen looking surprised and happy and sitting on a blue couch
05
Jun

Father’s Day is the perfect time to show appreciation for the special fathers and father figures in our lives with thoughtful and unique gifts. This year, consider gifting your dad gourmet treats that cater to his culinary passions. From tender bison and berry pemmican bars to savory canned seafood, mouthwatering barbecue sauce, and aromatic smoked […]

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Five essential products to embrace the Spring season

Posted on by Molly Roe
Grassy field with a variety of colorful purple, red, yellow and white flowers
01
May

Welcome to our guide to essential Spring products! From delectable snacks perfect for picnics and outdoor adventures to skincare essentials to combat dryness brought on by changing weather, we’ve curated a selection of products to enhance your Spring experience. Ioway Bee Farm Honey Honey is essential for its allergy-fighting properties and versatility. Its natural sweetness […]

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Naasii: A Coyote and Crow Dice Game

Posted on by Molly Roe
03
Apr

We’re thrilled to introduce Naasii, a captivating dice game that brings together the essence of traditional Indigenous games and the timeless charm of classic American family games. Crafted by Connor Alexander (Cherokee Nation), the creative mind behind the Coyote & Crow roleplaying game, and featuring stunning artwork by Wolf Tomoyaketu (Comanche and Apache), Naasii promises […]

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Transforming tea tins: sustainable solutions and creative possibilities with Tribal Tea Co.

Posted on by Molly Roe
13
Mar

by Rachel Walters at tribalteaco.com Welcome to a world where sustainability meets creativity, where every sip of tea is a journey and every tin is a vessel of possibility. Here at Tribal Tea Co., nestled within the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, our commitment to ethical sourcing and packaging extends far beyond the boundaries of our […]

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Find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift with SweetGrass Trading Co.

Posted on by Molly Roe
31
Jan

Show your love and affection this year with our Valentine’s Day gift list, curated to enchant and delight your loved ones. From soothing teas to illuminate cozy moments, to fragrant candles casting a warm glow, and indulgent self-care gift boxes designed for ultimate relaxation, our selection encompasses heartfelt tokens for every cherished relationship. Candle gift […]

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SweetGrass employees share their favorite products and recipes

Posted on by Molly Roe
15
Nov

Whether it’s the handcrafted items, the irresistible gourmet treats, or the carefully curated lifestyle products, SweetGrass Trading certainly has something for everyone. And each team member at SweetGrass has a unique preference and a favorite product they enjoy using. This Holiday season, SweetGrass team members enthusiastically share some of their favorite products and recipes with you…even […]

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Five products every tea drinker needs

Posted on by Molly Roe
Tribal Tea Co Tea box on yellow plates
30
Aug

Whether you have a tea lover in your life or you want to treat yourself, the possibilities are endless for thoughtful gifts. You can go with a functional option, such as a tea brewing basket, choose something fun, like a mug featuring Indigenous artwork, or purchase an all-in-one gift box filled with a variety of […]

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New book available: “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer 

Posted on by Molly Roe
photo of Braiding Sweetgrass book
26
Apr

We are excited to now offer the book “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants” by Robin Wall Kimmerer on our online shop.   “Braiding Sweetgrass” combines Kimmerer’s knowledge as both a botanist, and a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation to “embrace the notion that plants and animals are our […]

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Bison Star Naturals

Posted on by Molly Roe
Bison Star Naturals logo of black bison on white background with a star in the center
01
Mar

Bison Star Naturals was founded in 2018 by Angelo (Taos Pueblo) and Jacquelene McHorse. The husband-and-wife team met in 2007 while they were both freshman at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado. Before opening Bison Star Naturals, Angelo managed a local farm and served as a wildlife ranger, while Jacquelene worked in dental offices, animal […]

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2022 Holiday gift guide 

Posted on by Molly Roe
Holiday Gift Guide 2022
30
Nov

It’s time to get Holiday shopping wrapped up and we’re here to help. At SweetGrass, we have a gift for everyone – colleagues, clients, friends and family members…and even something for yourself! Below are some of our favorite gift ideas for 2022.   Gift boxes We currently have three gift box options, making it easier than ever […]

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Limited edition items for the Holidays 

Posted on by Molly Roe
Native Favorites gift box displayed
02
Nov

We have some exciting things in store for the Holiday season this year. If you’re looking for a gift for a friend, family member, colleague, or client, we have you covered. We will be offering two limited edition gifts this year. We will also have some great Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals you won’t […]

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What is sweetgrass and how is it used?

Posted on by Molly Roe
sweetgrass braid with white background
23
Mar

We receive quite a few questions about our company’s name and where it comes from, so let’s dive into what sweetgrass is and what it means for the Native community. We are named after the sweetgrass plant (sometimes called buffalo grass or vanilla grass), an herb native to Eurasia and North America. Sweetgrass has been used […]

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2021 Holiday Gift Guide

Posted on by Molly Roe
2021 holiday gift guide
01
Dec

It’s time to wrap up Holiday gift shopping! Whether you’re shopping for a friend, family member, colleague, teacher or client, we have you covered. This year’s gift guide features some of our classic favorites as well as some exciting new items you won’t want to miss out on. Place your order by Dec. 17 to ensure […]

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The Nizhoni Soap Company

Posted on by Molly Roe
The Nizhoni Soap Company
27
Oct

The Nizhoni Soap Company was founded in July 2019 by now 12-year-old Kamia Begay. She and her parents, Rhianna Brown and the late Tom Begay, decided to start the business to share their all-natural Navajo Native American scents with the world.   Kamia is in charge of her entire brand, with the help of her mother and a handful of employees.  She makes all […]

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SweetGrass supports university-led panel of residential school survivors

Posted on by Molly Roe
SOU logo
20
Oct

In partnership with Southern Oregon University (SOU), SweetGrass recently donated small gifts to boarding school survivors and descendants who were part of a panel for SOU’s Native American Programs: Boarding School Healing Community.   SOU’s Native American Student Union and Native American Studies program have been working together since this summer to honor and bring awareness to the victims of […]

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CatSpring Yaupon recognized as certified organic

Posted on by Molly Roe
ROC-logo
06
Oct

One of SweetGrass Trading’s yaupon tea vendors, CatSpring Yaupon, recently became Regenerative Organic Certified. It is the first yaupon producer to do so.   Regenerative Organic Certified™ is a revolutionary new certification for food, textiles, and personal care ingredients. ROC™ farms and products meet the highest standards in the world for soil health, animal welfare, and farmworker fairness. CatSpring received certification in 2021 […]

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Magic Star Sage

Posted on by Molly Roe
white sage lavender
22
Sep

SweetGrass is proud to offer sage from Magic Star sage, a Cherokee-owned business from Sacramento, California. Owner Narey Keomorakoth founded the business in 1998.  Keomorakoth started the business because she wanted to share the plant medicine and its blessings. She and her family began harvesting sage on their five acres of land in Northern California. From cutting the fresh plants to handcrafting and tying the […]

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The Sioux Chef’s Indigenous Kitchen

Posted on by Molly Roe
07
Jul

(bio from From https://sioux-chef.com/)  Sean Sherman, Oglala Lakota, born in Pine Ridge, SD, has been cooking across the US and World for the last 30 years.  His main culinary focus has been on the revitalization and awareness of indigenous foods systems in a modern culinary context.  Sherman’s cookbook, “The Sioux Chef’s Indigenous Kitchen,” can be purchased in our shop.   […]

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tawâw: Progressive Indigenous Cuisine by Shane Chartrand

Posted on by Molly Roe
Tawaw Cookbook
09
Jun

Born to Cree parents and raised by a Métis father and Mi’kmaw-Irish mother, Shane M. Chartrand has spent the past ten years learning about his history, visiting with other First Nations peoples, gathering and sharing knowledge and stories, and creating dishes that combine his diverse interests and express his unique personality.   The result is “tawâw: Progressive Indigenous […]

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A discussion about sage

Posted on by Molly Roe
sage bundles
14
Apr

by Molly Roe with contributions from Lewis St. Cyr, program director, HoChunk Renaissance Program  We get a lot of questions about sage at SweetGrass Trading Company, and we want to take a minute to have a discussion.   Sage is a medicine and traditionally, medicines are to be gifted. Many Native people do not condone the selling of sage, while […]

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El Paso Saddleblanket Company

Posted on by Molly Roe
El Paso Saddleblanket Company
31
Mar

El Paso Saddleblanket Company began when Dusty and Bonnie Henson were traveling along Route 66 selling turquoise jewelry and Mexican saddleblankets out of the back of their old truck.  During their travels, they met a man who owned several trading posts in New Mexico. The man asked the Hensons if they were interested in manufacturing Southwest-style rugs. The Hensons took him up on the offer and […]

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2020 Holiday Gift Guide

Posted on by Molly Roe
2020 Holiday Gift Guide
02
Dec

Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season? Why not support Tribes across the nation while you’re at it! Whether you’re looking to treat someone to a gift box or you want something small, we have you covered.   Gifts for her   Unwind bundle  $24.99 includes: Haipazaza Phezuta Bath Bomb  Haipazaza Phezuta Huckleberry Soap Bar  Ioway Bee Farm Lip Balm – Cherry  […]

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Sakari Botanicals

Posted on by Molly Roe
Spring Alaska Olson looking at plants
24
Jun

Sakari Botanicals was founded in 2014 by Spring Alaska Olson, under the Department of Agriculture’s USDA Inter-Tribal Agricultural Council. The word “Sakari” means “sweet” in the traditional Inupiaq language  Olson uses traditional practices she learned from her Inuit family to grow local plants, flowers and herbs and create oils, salves, teas, and more.  Olson grew […]

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