Siyo, (Hi) my name is Shilow Campbell, I am an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation and am TERO and IACB certified. I was born in Claremore, Oklahoma and currently reside in Adair, Oklahoma. My shop name- Campbell Designs comes from my maternal Cherokee family line, my GG grandfather John Campbell is my ancestor listed on the Dawes Roll. My grandmother is a first language speaker and a Cherokee Elder, she served our people for many years at the Claremore Indian Hospital (where I was born 😉) delivering many, many tribal citizens. I also have Indigenous Mexican descent from my biological father's family, I believe some of my creativity comes from that side of the family, as most are somewhat artistic. I've always been good at crafting and started creating products with wood as I wanted to incorporate my culture into a more contemporary art form and decided to take the leap and start my own home-based business. I also make signs, shirts, jewelry, clocks, centerpieces, blanket ladders, coasters and many other home décor products. I always try to source my products locally, I also use recycled wood, paint etc. as well as grow/harvest/fur and tan my own hides. I love incorporating my culture into my designs, it's one of my biggest influences! Being somewhat of an introvert, I love to sit in my craft room and jam to the music while I create something amazing for customers just like you! I get joy from designing something different and new that people will love, while putting in the time and effort of seeing it come to life. I hope you enjoy my shop~
Donadagohv’i,
Shilow Campbell
About the Indigenous Artisans Collective:
Etsy and Nest are proud to support the Indigenous Artisans Collective, the latest cohort within the Etsy Uplift Makers Program, featuring shops from Indigenous makers affiliated with 10 Indigenous groups across the United States and the First Nations of Canada.
Many of the makers practice craft skills that have been inspired by or passed down from family and community mentors. Product collections include meticulously handcrafted home goods, jewelry and other accessories, in honor of the maker’s culture and heritage. Amongst many Indigenous communities, traditional handcraft continues to hold significant cultural value, as well as economic opportunity.
Through the Uplift Makers: Indigenous Artisans Collective, Etsy and Nest are helping to create digital market access and economic opportunities for Indigenous makers while also providing artisans with resources and tools to help run a successful online business. From expert-led digital marketing training, onboarding support, and a custom resource library, the program delivers a comprehensive suite of programming to participants. Additionally, the program addresses key barriers new business owners face such as providing professional photography to capture the creative content needed to showcase their talent and reach new customers in today’s digital era.