It is said that the kitchen is the heart of the home; it’s a gathering place for family and friends to share and prepare meals, talk over cups of coffee, and bake comfort foods like bread, cookies, and pies. When entertaining, as everyone knows, the best party is always in the kitchen! Even cleaning up after a special occasion can make for wonderful memories when you’re washing and drying dishes with the right people... and the right accessories.
Whether cooking or cleaning up, the implements you use to prep and tidy your kitchen space can make the experience a delight instead of a chore.
Indigenous artist Paul Windsor has brought his stunning Orca Family design to a suite of linens and utensils to add beauty and inspiration to your home.
The Orca is known as the “Lord of the Ocean,” a guardian of the sea with a strong human connection. Orcas have been an important symbol in Indigenous culture for thousands of years, representing luck, travel, protection, and the bonds of family. Orcas move in large groups, caring for their calves as a community, and often staying with the same pod for a lifetime.
The distinctive Orca Family kitchen accessories by Native Northwest have been inspired by these legends.
Tea Towel
The Orca Family tea towel adds colour and delight to your kitchen routine! Made with printed and woven unbleached cotton in shades of ocean blue, this 27.5” x 20” towel is extra strong and absorbent for drying dishes, while adding a unique design to your kitchen decor.
Also available in “Soaring Eagle” and “Matriarch Bear” designs.
https://www.thebrownbear.ca/products/gifts-indigenous-art-printed-tea-towels Large Spatula
Made with heat-resistant silicone, this FDA-approved spatula features a sturdy beech wood handle and detachable head for convenient cleaning. The vivid turquoise Orca Family motif is printed on one side of the silicone scraper; the other features a convenient cooking conversion chart. Dimensions: 12.5”L x 2.5” W.
https://www.thebrownbear.ca/products/gifts-indigenous-art-large-spatula Spoon Rest
When cooking or baking, the ceramic Orca Family spoon rest helps maintain clean surfaces, while keeping kitchen utensils at the ready. Microwave and dishwasher safe. Comes individually boxed. Dimensions: 5.25” x 5.5” x 0.75”
https://www.thebrownbear.ca/products/gifts-indigenous-art-spoon-restOven Mitt
The Orca Family oven mitt is made with durable unbleached cotton and lined with heavy-duty polyester, offering heat resistance up to 415°F/200°C. The mitt is full size, with a looped tag for hanging up. Oven mitts are sold individually; order two if a pair is desired. Also available in “Matriarch Bear” design.
https://www.thebrownbear.ca/products/gifts-indigenous-art-oven-mitts
Orca Family kitchen accessories by Native Northwest make a wonderful addition to your home, as well as an ideal gift set for your favourite host or hostess! Indigenous legends of the orcas combine with a vibrant blue palette for a design unique in both appearance and symbolism, capturing the true spirit of family.
About The Artist: Paul Windsor, Designer of Orca Family
Paul Windsor, (Haisla, Heiltsuk Indigenous artist) was born and raised in a family of artists in
Kitmat, BC. He began his journey into art as a young child, with drawing and painting, and now
as an adult, works primarily with the mediums of paper and wood. His love of music and nature
inform his designs, which often feature scenes from the natural world. Paul uses his artwork to
bridge generations of his culture and bring people together.
In his own words: ”I was raised in a way of life based on hunting, fishing, feasting, singing,
dancing and visual arts. Art has always been communicated as an expression of spirit to the
connections to people and the ways of life."
Native Northwest
Native Northwest is a Vancouver-based Canadian brand that exclusively carries authentic
Indigenous designs, acting as partners to the artists and stewards to the artwork they promote.
Native Northwest believes in building everyday connections to Indigenous cultures. 100% of
the art featured on Native Northwest products is designed by Indigenous artists. This is their
Statement of Respect and Authenticity:
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