Carvings Materials
AlabasterFrom southern New Mexico, alabaster tends to resemble marble, but it is softer in its texture.
Black JetGenerally know as a mineraloid, black jet has an organic origin as it is derived from decaying wood under extreme pressure.
SerpentineSerpentine comes from various areas, including Australia, Russia, South Africa and the United States, depending on colors and type.
Picasso Marble SerpentinePicasso marble serpentine is very popular due to its assorted colors of blacks and bands of gray and/or brown. The state of Utah is its origin.
White and Black MarbleWhite and black marble are very popular as well and widely available. Marble is used frequently and is heavier than alabaster or jet.
TurquoiseMost of our carvings are made from stabilized Kingman turquoise. Turquoise is thought to provide good health to those who wear or possess it.
Native Fetishes and Their Characteristics
BadgerAggressiveness, perseverance, the ability to reach a desired goal.
Bat
Guardian of the night.
BearStrength, the power of the soul.
BeaverBuilder, one who promotes family unity.
Bob Cat
Elusive, intelligent, a solitary and independent hunter. Represents clairvoyance and is a secret keeper.
BuffaloEndurance to overcome one's weakness.
CoyoteTrickster, humor, the ability to laugh at one's self.
DeerGentleness, the power of gentleness.
Eagle
Spirit, a soaring spirit that transcends personal problems, a connection to the divine.
Fox
Camouflage, protection
FrogInvokes the spirits to bring rain.Horned ToadGood luck - horns are signs of armor for protection.
HorseOne of two fetishes that are thought to have the possession of healing powers.
Mountain LionLeadership, resourcefulness.
Otter
Playful and represents laughter and curiosity.
Owl
Keeper of the night. Controls the dark side of nature. Wise, smart, patient and endurance of mind.
Quail
Holiness and sacred spirit.
Raccoon
Shy and resourceful.
RamUsed to procure an increase of herds.
RavenThe second of two fetishes that are thought to have the possession of healing powers.
Swan
Associated with elegance and nurturing.
SnakeA powerful fetish symbolizing life, death and rebirth.
TurtleLongevity, a symbol of a long, meaningful life.
WolfTeacher, pathfinder on the journey of survival.
Symbols and Their Meanings
ArrowheadAlertness
BearpawGood luck; good omen; protector of the gods.
BirdCarefree and lighthearted qualities.
ButterflyEverlasting life.
HeartlineBreath past leading to magical power in the fetish's heart.
SunHappiness.
ThunderbirdSacred bearer of unlimited happiness.