Paula Naponse created Ondarez Clothing in 2008 in a small First Nation in Northern Ontario. It began with a pair of red striped shorts made in grade 8, and hasn't stopped since. Paula brings the culture of the Anishinaabe to her work, crafting pieces that can be worn and used by anyone.
Creating her own regalia, beadwork, moccasins and candles, everything Paula does is self taught. A single mother, all of her work is made with materials that are sourced from across North America. She also recently opened a pop-up café called Beandigen Café at Lansdowne in Ottawa, featuring coffee, Indigenous arts and products!
$19.95
This smoked cedar and spice scented, soy wax candle is inspired by the Anishnawbek way of life. Made with a real wood wick which crackles so you have your own little fire burning right in your living room.
Ondarez candle scents represent life around us as it is and Inspired by Anishinaabe life.
All candles are hand poured and come in a silver tin with lid.
Size: 6oz
Approx 30 Hr burn time
Burning Instructions: Trim wick to 1/4" before lighting. Keep candle free of any foreign materials including matches and wick trimmings. Only burn the candle on a level,fire-resistant surface. Do not burn the candle for more than 4 hours at a time.
Warning: To prevent fire and serious injury burn candle within sight. Keep away from drafts and vibrations. Keep out of the reach of children and pets. Never burn the candle on or near anything that can catch fire.
Paula Naponse is an Indigenous Ojibway woman from Atikameksheng. She created Ondarez to unite people using designs and products that are symbolic but that anyone can enjoy and be proud of using.
Made by Ondarez in Ottawa, ON
$19.95
This sweetgrass scented, soy wax candle is inspired by the Anishnawbek way of life. Made with a real wood wick which crackles so you have your own little fire burning right in your living room.
Ondarez candle scents represent life around us as it is and Inspired by Anishinaabe life.
All candles are hand poured and come in a silver tin with lid.
Size: 6oz
Approx 30 Hr burn time
Burning Instructions: Trim wick to 1/4" before lighting. Keep candle free of any foreign materials including matches and wick trimmings. Only burn the candle on a level,fire-resistant surface. Do not burn the candle for more than 4 hours at a time.
Warning: To prevent fire and serious injury burn candle within sight. Keep away from drafts and vibrations. Keep out of the reach of children and pets. Never burn the candle on or near anything that can catch fire.
Paula Naponse is an Indigenous Ojibway woman from Atikameksheng. She created Ondarez to unite people using designs and products that are symbolic but that anyone can enjoy and be proud of using.
Made by Ondarez in Ottawa, ON
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