With time honored methods and materials, Oklahoma artist Keelyn Hamel,
of Native American descent, has created these appealing leather fetish using
Elk
and Deer hide, some embellished with hand applied glass beading
and feathers and
each filled with items of special interest. Certain meanings and strengths are
attributed to these fetish,
which makes them an inspiration for all to appreciate.
(see "about the artist" at the end of page)
Small Pony Fetish
FET-1
Representing power, both physical and spiritual, the body is filled with Sweetgrass, which calls the Spirit to surround you...and sage, to bring blessings & protection.
approx 3x5''
Comes with description & leather string.
Beading & embellishment will vary.
colors: bay, chestnut, palomino, buckskin, white, black
$49.00
Large Pony Fetish
photos available soon
FET-1
Approx 3 1/2 x 5 1/2" with additional beading all round the edge $80.00
Salt Cross Fetish
FET-2
Designed to provide protection from all four directions, the body is especially useful to hold salt, which places a barrier between you & negativity, also to hold bits of herbs, hair or anything meaningful to you
approx 2 1/2''
Comes with description & leather string.
Beading & embellishment will vary.
'Representing success, along with prayer, gratitude & praise for that which has been received, the body is filled with Sweetgrass, which calls the Spirit to surround you...and sage, to bring blessings & protection.
approx 4''
Comes with description & leather string.
Beading & embellishment will vary.
colors: white, brown
$38.00
Spirit Bear Fetish
FET-4
Representing strength and the art of introspection for seeking answers to accomplish goals & dreams, the body is filled with Sweetgrass, which calls the Spirit to surround you...and sage, to bring blessings & protection.
approx 4''
Comes with description & leather string.
Beading & embellishment will vary.
colors: brown, black, white
$38.00
A descendant of the Salish & Kootenai Tribes, Oklahoma artist Keelyn Hamel
was born in Missoula and raised on the Flathead Indian Reservation in Montana.
She found inspiration for her natural gift of art and detail in the animals & spirits
that surrounded her, literally dreaming up her calling by creating these exceptional
and meaningful works of art--her joy in the process touches
the hearts of all who hold them.
