Clothing, identity and creativity in August regalia class

By Jennifer Decoteau

For Puyallup Tribal News
Published on: July 24, 2008

It’s hard to imagine anything more beautiful than seeing a child you love in traditional regalia. Are you interested in enhancing the cultural reality of a child you care for? If so, another set of regalia classes are being offered at the KCC Spirit House, Aug. 12 (girls only) and Aug. 13 (boys only). Please see the flier  to the lower right for details.

Broadening cultural knowledge and life ways assists our youth in growing up to be proud participants in the community. When a child is strongly influenced by something positive and culturally focused we influence direction and give meaning to their lives. Children who are encouraged in their spontaneity and curiosity about Native culture are poised to develop self confidence, self worth and Native Pride.

 During our July classes, (thank you to everyone who participated) children of all ages worked along side their adult family members and created beautiful paddle vests. The timing couldn’t have been better for the Tribal Canoe Journeys.

Our August classes will focus on pow-wow regalia. It’s especially beautiful to see our children in their regalia. The importance and sacredness of traditional clothing is a teaching to pass on.

Contact Michelle Yoder at (253) 593-0247 by Aug. 6 to reserve a spot. Space is limited.

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