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BEADING WITH MEANING
Redesigned by a Native American artist.

 Say hello to the new Thunderbird - beautifully and meaningfully redesigned by Minneapolis-based Native American designer, mentor and educator, Lucie Skjefte. As a citizen of the Red Lake Nation, her vibrant beading design for this shoe collection pays homage to her Anishinaabe heritage and her son, Animikii - whose name translates to "Thunderbird" in Ojibwemowin.


For every pair purchased, a product lifetime royalty will be paid directly to Lucie for her original design. In honor of this collection, Minnetonka is also donating to Mni Sota Fund – an urban Native CDFI selected by Lucie that helps Native Americans in Minnesota get training and capital for home ownership and entrepreneurship.

 

Materials

  • Suede or Smooth Leather Upper
  • Hand-Beaded Thunderbird Design
  • Suede or Leather Lace
  • Padded Insole
  • Heel Cup
  • Rubber Sole
  • Minnetonka Icon Charm
  • Minnetonka Signature Stitch on Heel
  • Imported
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Minnetonka Thunderbird Animikii (Women's) - Pink

    $84.95

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      BEADING WITH MEANING
      Redesigned by a Native American artist.

       Say hello to the new Thunderbird - beautifully and meaningfully redesigned by Minneapolis-based Native American designer, mentor and educator, Lucie Skjefte. As a citizen of the Red Lake Nation, her vibrant beading design for this shoe collection pays homage to her Anishinaabe heritage and her son, Animikii - whose name translates to "Thunderbird" in Ojibwemowin.


      For every pair purchased, a product lifetime royalty will be paid directly to Lucie for her original design. In honor of this collection, Minnetonka is also donating to Mni Sota Fund – an urban Native CDFI selected by Lucie that helps Native Americans in Minnesota get training and capital for home ownership and entrepreneurship.

       

      Materials

      • Suede or Smooth Leather Upper
      • Hand-Beaded Thunderbird Design
      • Suede or Leather Lace
      • Padded Insole
      • Heel Cup
      • Rubber Sole
      • Minnetonka Icon Charm
      • Minnetonka Signature Stitch on Heel
      • Imported

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      Chiappetta Shoes Water Protector

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      • Use Chiappetta Shoes Weatherguard to make leather items water resistant
      • Can also be used on suede and nubuck
      • Ideal for shoes, boots, harnesses, saddles, jackets and much more
      • Helps prevent water, salt and perspiration stains
      • Safe for all colors
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      Product Details: Use Chiappetta Shoes Weatherguard to make leather items water resistant Can also be used on suede and nubuck Ideal for...

      $14.95

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        Product Details:
        • Use Chiappetta Shoes Weatherguard to make leather items water resistant
        • Can also be used on suede and nubuck
        • Ideal for shoes, boots, harnesses, saddles, jackets and much more
        • Helps prevent water, salt and perspiration stains
        • Safe for all colors

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