Manitoba mukluks made for new prince
A set of Manitoba-made mukluks is on its way to Windsor Castle.
Assembly of First Nations national Chief Shawn Atleo sent Kate Middleton and Prince William's new baby boy, George Alexander Louis, a set of traditional moccasins and mukluks.
They were crafted by Winnipeg artisan Edna Nabess, who said she's thrilled to hear her creations are on the way to the royals.
“I know they said they sent some to William and Kate,” she said, “It’s exciting.”
But she's a bit concerned about how they'll last in the London rain.
"You know, they're not magic boots," she said. "When it's dry outside and when it's really, really cold, they're really [good]. But not in the slushy weather."
Nabess started her business Cree-ations six years ago and since then has shipped her work all over the world including to Serbia, Scotland and Australia.
Emily Shone works for Cree-ations and is also Nabess’ cousin.
“I was very proud. [It’s a] little surprising but not surprising because she does make a really good product,” she said.
The AFN said the gift is a symbol of the historic ties between aboriginal people and the Crown and will serve as a continued token of friendship.
Nabess said the gift was very important because “I’m proud of who I am, and I’m proud to be a Cree woman and carry on our traditions.”
