Anecita Hernandez

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Ribbon Skirt Making

Ribbon skirts are a powerful expression of Native identity, culture, and resilience, worn to honor tradition and community. In this class, participants will learn the art of creating their own ribbon skirts, exploring techniques, patterns, and designs while connecting to the cultural stories and significance behind each piece. This hands-on experience celebrates creativity, heritage, and the continuity of Native traditions.

Geometric pattern of triangles and diamonds in red, black, beige, and peach colors on a black background.
A geometric tribal pattern with red, beige, and black shapes on a black background.

Shawl making is a cherished tradition in Native culture, symbolizing honor, ceremony, and personal expression. In this follow-up class, participants will learn to create their own shawls, exploring stitching techniques, embellishments, and the cultural stories woven into each piece. This hands-on experience deepens connection to heritage while celebrating creativity and community.

Shawl Making Follow Up

Geometric tribal pattern with triangles and diamonds in red, beige, and black on a black background.
A geometric pattern with layered diamonds and triangles in beige, red, black, and pink colors on a black background.

Tan Acorn Soup

This class on making tan acorn soup explores the deep connection between Native food traditions, climate change, and cultural resilience. Participants will learn how to prepare the soup while hearing the stories, significance, and history behind this traditional dish. Through hands-on cooking and discussion, the class highlights the importance of preserving Indigenous foods and practices in a changing world.

A geometric pattern with a central diamond surrounded by smaller diamonds and triangles in shades of red, beige, and black.
Geometric pattern with diamonds and triangles in red, beige, and black colors.

863 Mission Street, Unit 103 & 104

San Francisco, CA 94103

(415) 651-2736

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