Pendleton College Fund Journey Blanket

New for 2026. Part of the American Indian College Fund collection. Since 1995, Pendleton Woolen Mills has been partnered with the American Indian College Fund. Sales of these blankets fund scholarships to tribal colleges and make a difference in the lives of students throughout the country. Royalties for each blanket sold go directly to provide scholarships for deserving students. Learn more at collegefund.org. Beginning in 2020, College Fund blanket designs have been selected through a national student competition. Designed by Belle Brings Plenty (Mnicoujou Lakota), a member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, this blanket is both a tribute to her late brother Cole Brings Plenty and a reflection on the broader idea of a journey. Brings Plenty began by selecting the colors: in Lakota culture, red signifies being born, while blue signifies an honorable death. At the center, the dragonfly embodies healing medicine, while the stars along the top and bottom honor Brings Plenty and her five siblings. Above and below the dragonfly, dates, and Lakota words, written in script, speak to significant events for the Lakota people and her tiwáhe (family). The border’s boxed motifs are drawn from traditional Lakota beadwork and quillwork, a cherished art practiced by Brings Plenty’s mother 64 x 80 inches. Unnapped fabric for sharp detail. Felt bound. Woven in the USA. 82 percent pure virgin wool/ 18 percent cotton. Dry clean only