Frank "Eyes" Swain - Custom Handcrafted Starquilt

Each starquilt is an authentic, one-of-a-kind cultural textile handcrafted to order by verified Northern Plains artisan Frank "Eyes" Swain. In Northern Plains traditions, the Morning Star quilt represents honor, community blessing, and new beginnings. Every piece is constructed with precision diamond-strip piecing, premium batting, and durable finished backing designed to be cherished for generations.

Custom Order Process & Color Selection

Because Frank crafts each blanket individually from raw fabric to finished binding, you can choose your custom color scheme:

1. Select your blanket size from the dropdown above.
2. Enter your color preferences in the "Order Special Instructions / Notes" box during checkout (e.g., "Deep Earth Black & Ochre Gold," "Pipestone Red & Sage Green," or "Classic Royal Blue & White").
3. If you have a specific pattern dedication (e.g., baby naming, honoring, wedding, or memorial), note it at checkout, and Frank will tailor the palette accordingly.

Custom Motif Selection (Turtle, Thunderbird, etc.)

If you select the Custom Cultural Emblem (+$50) option:

• In the "Order Notes / Special Instructions" box at checkout, specify your requested center symbol (e.g., Turtle, Thunderbird, Buffalo, Eagle).
• Specify your preferred color palette for both the star diamond facets and the center emblem.
• Frank will incorporate your chosen motif directly into the center medallion of your quilt.

Production Lead Time

Made to Order: Please allow 1 - 2 weeks for custom cutting, piecing, quilting, and binding prior to insured carrier dispatch.

Provenance & Cultural Authenticity

This piece is 100% authentic and verified under the federal Indian Arts and Crafts Act (25 U.S.C. §305e). Your purchase directly honors and supports Indigenous economic sovereignty; 90% of this sale goes directly back to the maker. Includes an official serialized Digital Certificate of Authenticity.