Gifts

Directions for Use: Stay hydrated and help raise awareness of DigDeep’s mission. Enjoy responsibly.

WARNING: Contains water. Essential for life. Beneficial if swallowed. Keep within reach of children.

· 32 fl. oz Tritan

· Wide Mouth

· BPA/BPS Free

· Made in the USA

Show your support for DigDeep with our new long-sleeve tee! This comfy and stylish shirt sports our name and raises awareness for our flagship project, the Navajo Water Project. The sleek design is sure to spark a conversation about the fight for water justice for every American. Made with soft, breathable fabric and a unisex style, this tee is the perfect fit for all!

Product Materials:

• 100% Ring Spun Cotton

• Double-needle collar

• Twill taped neck and shoulders

• Rib cuffs

• Double-needle bottom hem

• Soft-washed garment-dyed fabric

• Twill label

100% of the profits from each shirt help to fund our water projects.

Our comfy and stylish newest unisex tee raises awareness for the Navajo Water Project in Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. This brand-new design features some of the most important aspects of our work in the field. Proudly wearing this shirt helps to support us and the communities we serve!

Product Details:

• 100% Ring Spun Cotton

• Double-needle collar

• Twill taped neck and shoulders

• Rib cuffs

• Double-needle bottom hem

• Soft-washed garment-dyed fabric

• Twill label

100% of the profits from each shirt help to fund our water projects.

Show your support for the Appalachia Water Project with this comfy and stylish new tee! Our brand-new design raises awareness for our work in the Appalachia Region of West Virginia, and showcases some of the most important aspects of our work in the field. Proudly wearing this shirt helps to support us and the communities we serve.

Product Materials (Small-3XL)

• Unisex, Relaxed fit

• Crew neck

• 100% combed cotton (heathers 15% viscose)

• Heavyweight, 6.5 oz/sq yd

• Preshrunk

• Side seamed and shoulder to shoulder tape

Product Materials (4XL)

• Unisex, Relaxed fit

• Crew neck

• 99% cotton, 1% polyester

• Heavyweight, 6 oz./sq yd

• Taped neck and shoulders

About the Diné Soap Maker

"Yá’át’ééh!! Thank you so much for visiting my Store. My name is Kamia Begay I'm 12 years old and I was born in Shiprock, NM in heart of the Great Navajo Nation. I started this Soap Business with my Family because we truly enjoy using our Soaps each and everyday! I really hope you enjoy our Soaps and Subscribe today to be the first to Get my Newest Creations. Follow us on Instagram @NizhoniSoap. Thank you all again and Many Blessings for you. Ahéhee"

About the Naasagó (moving forward) Ginew + Corey Begay Collaboration:

By happenstance we met Corey Begay - Diné (Navajo) artist - in Portland, ORE. Immediately, we were drawn to their unique skill set in articulating a contemporary Indigenous existence which is simultaneous informed by traditional teachings. It is this duality where many of us exist - living out our lives in a contemporary context, while being ever-informed by our traditional values and believes. Ultimately - we create, we exist, we move forward. This is our path.

Returning from the Warm Springs community in Central, ORE - we crested a hill on the road to be encountered by a large black bear walking Westward. No one was startled - looking at each other in this brief encounter and then moving forward as our paths diverged. This year we have been thinking about this encounter - about messengers, teachers, relatives, ancestors, and how we will one day be ancestors. How will we be remembered? What will we leave behind? In what ways will we do so?

Corey Begay says, "There isn't a direct translation of the word Naasgó in English. In Navajo, the primary meaning is "the action of moving forward" and it can also be used to describe persevering, taking steps, and sentiments like these. Below the Bear is the Land and above the bear is the Cloud, which can be seen in the day, and the Star, which can be seen in the night. Though the bear is usually a night-walker animal, the presence of the cloud here means that this bear is a lighter day-traveler.

The glasses signify modern culture, any living thing's character/personality. I like to use the glasses in my artwork as a somewhat of signature for myself because I wear glasses and that glasses allows one to look through a lens or frame for a better vision."

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Say goodbye to plastic, and bag your goodies in this organic cotton tote bag. There’s more than enough room for groceries, books, and anything in between.

About the artist, Kelsie Tyson:

Kelsie Tyson (she/they) is a queer artist and activist working in White Sulphur Springs, WV. In 2020 she received her MFA in Ceramics and Glass from Temple University and shortly after returned home to West Virginia. Tyson's artwork focuses on body image, sexuality, and her roots in Appalachia, aiming to brighten folks' understanding of body shape, size, and color. Tyson has been nationally recognized as an artist and scholar, presenting at conferences like NCECA 2022: Fertile Ground and the 2022 Appalachian Studies Association Conference. When Tyson isn't in her studio, she is often found at home curled up with her fur babies and plants.

DigDeep is proud to present our new Appalachia Water Project mug! We collaborated with West Virginian artist and activist, Kelsie Tyson, to design the graphics for our bright new mug. One side of the mug contains imagery and themes related to water and rain. The other side contains the expression, "Wet ur whistle", a phrase which means "drink up and drink heartily!"

Hand wash only. NOT dishwasher or microwave safe.

Lightweight 12 oz. metal mug with enamel layer

Height: 3.14 in.

Diameter: 3.25 in.

About the artist, Kelsie Tyson:

Kelsie Tyson (she/they) is a queer artist and activist working in White Sulphur Springs, WV. In 2020 she received her MFA in Ceramics and Glass from Temple University and shortly after returned home to West Virginia. Tyson's artwork focuses on body image, sexuality, and her roots in Appalachia, aiming to brighten folks' understanding of body shape, size, and color. Tyson has been nationally recognized as an artist and scholar, presenting at conferences like NCECA 2022: Fertile Ground and the 2022 Appalachian Studies Association Conference. When Tyson isn't in her studio, she is often found at home curled up with her fur babies and plants.

Baby Mothman

Meet Baby Mothman!
Part of Liz Pavlovic's Cryptid Babies series, inspired by the original 80s Muppet Babies.
This cute hard enamel pin is sure to bring a smile to any cryptid lover's face.

- hard enamel pin
- 1.25" tall
- rubber clutch to keep secure
- backing cards printed locally in WV

Buckwheat Pancakes

Celebrate your love of the Preston County classic with this WV buckwheat cakes enamel pin!

- enamel pin
- 1.25" across
- rubber clutch
- black metal backing
- backing card printed in WV

Apple Butter Pin

It’s hard to beat homemade apple butter, whether it’s on toast, by the spoonful, or in the form of this lil’ pin 🍎

- enamel pin
- 1.25" tall
- single rubber clutch
- black metal backing
- backing card printed in WV

About Liz Pavlovic, the designer

Hi! I'm a freelance designer and illustrator based in Morgantown, West Virginia. I specialize in print design, branding, illustration, apparel graphics, and packaging.

My work is inspired by my experiences in and out of Appalachia — especially cryptids, folklore, and food. Since I can remember, I've been obsessed with color, typography, and illustration. I enjoy finding creative solutions to problems and have a deep love of wordplay and visual wit.

I graduated from West Virginia University in 2010 with a BFA in graphic design
(+ minor in creative writing.)

TL;DR: Wednesday Addams meets Willy Wonka

Check out Liz Pavlovic's website and Etsy shop for more fantastic products!

RAVEN READS IS A CURATED COLLECTION OF INDIGENOUS LITERATURE AND GIFTWARE

A perfect resource for educators, parents, families and guardians who want low cost, low barrier access to recommended readings by Indigenous authors.
Books are written or illustrated by Indigenous authors, and are an easy way to start a conversation about reconciliation in the classroom or at home.
Books are appropriate for ages 9 or under.

What's in the Box:

• The Blueberry Patch by Jennifer Leason

• When We Are Kind by Monique Gray Smith

• Dan Dzahge Esigits by Various Authors

About Raven Reads

In honouring the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s calls to action, Raven Reads aimed to inspire and create safe space for dialogue by expanding our understanding and perspectives of the relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people around the world, through the written word, from the past and into the present.

**Product images do not reflect current box contents.

Personalize anything with these beautiful designs and show your support for Indigenous artists! These stickers are original designs by Olathe Antonio, a Navajo and Sawano artist. Check out more of Olathe's work on her website, Olathe's Art and follow her on Instagram at @olathesart!

Product Details:

• All stickers are of original artwork by Olathe Antonio

• High quality vinyl, durable, and weather proof

• Sticker size is about 3in x 3in

Learn more about Olathe's Art here.