There are many beautiful designs in the Native Indian Patches category. These many different patches represent different items that are sacred or revered in the Native American belief system. One such symbol that is often used for decoration is the feather, especially brightly colored feathers. The Tribal Feathers Patch features two turquoise features hanging down from a small circle. The patch also features tan and red to add some extra colors, plus a thick black outline that makes the feathers really jump out. You can also use this border for sewing if you're going to sew the patch on leather.
In Native American culture, feathers symbolize spiritual evolution and ascension to a higher plane. Chieftains and other high ranking officials often wear feathers to show their connection to the spirit world. Medicine men may wear feathers to show that they are communicating with the ancestors and have received spiritual or celestial knowledge. Feathers also represent the thunder gods and the element of the air.
Of course, feathers also had practical uses. The feathers from geese were particularly prized by archers. They were used to decorate masks and homes, plus items like Dreamcatchers and prayer sticks. Feathers were used by almost every tribe, but their specific uses and symbols differed from tribe to tribe.
The tribal feathers patch measures 6.5 inches long and 2.25 inches wide. It looks especially great on a jacket sleeve. You can put one on either sleeve, or you could use these patches on the back of your jacket and put a larger patch in between. Either way, it's a very pretty patch.
