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A close-up view of a quilt featuring a geometric pattern of triangles in yellow, gray, and off-white, designed with a repeating symmetrical layout and slight wrinkles, draped elegantly.

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Nahi (meaning "we" in Apache) is a line of soft goods inspired and designed by Native Americans. Nahi adds beauty to the world, creates native jobs, & provides educational scholarships for Native American students.

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A close-up view of a quilt or blanket with a geometric pattern of triangles in yellow, gray, and off-white. The triangles are arranged to create a repeating, symmetrical design. The quilt is folded or draped, with some areas showing slight wrinkles or creases.

A close-up view of a quilt with a geometric pattern of interlocking triangles in shades of blue, purple, and pink. The quilt is composed of multiple fabric pieces stitched together, creating a repeating, wave-like design. The fabric pieces are arranged in overlapping rows, with some sections appearing lighter and others darker. The quilt is laid flat, filling the frame, and shows no visible edges or binding.

A close-up view of a quilted blanket or bedspread. The quilt features a geometric pattern of interlocking triangles in shades of gray and white. The fabric has a slightly textured appearance with visible stitching. The image focuses on the quilt’s pattern and texture, without any additional elements or context.

A square throw pillow with a geometric pattern composed of overlapping triangles in shades of blue, purple, pink, and white. The pillow rests on a white surface against a plain white background.

A square throw pillow with a geometric pattern rests on a white surface. The pillow features alternating blue and gray triangular shapes arranged in a symmetrical design. The background is plain white.

Four gift bags are arranged on a white surface against a white background. The largest bag is blue with a geometric pattern of blue and gray triangles. To its left is a blue chevron-patterned bag. To its right is a smaller blue and white chevron bag. Below the blue chevron bag is a yellow and white chevron-patterned bag. To the right of the blue chevron bag is a red and white geometric-patterned bag.

A blue and white geometric patterned tote bag with gray handles rests on a white surface. The bag features a pocket on the front and visible stitching along its edges. The interior lining is gray.

A blue and white chevron-patterned fabric is folded over, revealing a partially zipped blue card inside. The card displays the word “CHASE” in white text and a yellow rectangle beneath it. The folded fabric is positioned diagonally on a white surface.

Three zippered pouches are stacked on a white surface. The pouch on the left is red with white triangles. The middle pouch is white with yellow zig-zag lines. The pouch on the right is blue with blue zig-zag lines.

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310 East 22nd St - 5th Floor

New York, NY 10010

310 East 22nd St - 5th Floor

New York, NY 10010

310 East 22nd St - 5th Floor

New York, NY 10010

(212) 592-2600

mfadesign@sva.edu

(212) 592-2600

mfadesign@sva.edu

(212) 592-2600

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