Hello, I’m Marian, a proud Yavapai-Apache from my mother and Hopi from my father. Originally from Arizona, I now call beautiful Idaho home, where I live with my family: four dogs, three cats, two horses, a mule, and, of course, plenty of chickens!

I fondly remember watching my mother create beautiful beaded pieces at our kitchen table. She would sell them at the local trading post for extra income and more beads! That passion for beads has been passed down to me, though I must admit, my hands aren’t quite as nimble as they once were, so my beading days have become fewer.

Still, my love for beading remains strong, and I started Native Hands Co. to share that joy with others. I offer a growing selection of beads, findings, Pellon, patterns, and more—everything you need to inspire and support your creative journey.