HeartFoxCreations

Hello, I'm Ruby Kennison-Fox. My roots are grounded in Schurz, Nevada, within the Walker River Paiute Reservation. Today, I call Carson City, Nevada, my home, sharing it with my fiancé and our cherished children. I take immense pride in my heritage, as an enrolled member of the Three Affiliated Tribes: Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara Nation.

Embroidery is my canvas, a way to bring joy and meaning to those who receive my creations. Though I'm new to this path and still navigating the learning curve of sourcing materials, I’m eager to build relationships with my customers to better understand how I can create items for them to cherish forever.

My creative process is a dynamic one, one that is influenced by my mood and surroundings. Sometimes, I crave the tranquility of silence to gather my thoughts or let my mind wander freely and on other occasions, the gentle cadence of music soothes me and transports me into a happy, creative flow. There are times when I thrive in the company of fellow creatives and crafters to share ideas, and collaboratively bring our visions to life.

My artistic journey began with the influence of my talented father and early experiences from teachers at school. Later, my self-taught adventure involved YouTube lessons. Although my family lacked artistic connections, I'm grateful for the generous individuals I've met along my crafting journey who nurtured my creative spirit.

I create with the intention of bringing warmth and joy, both to myself and those who receive my creations. There's immense satisfaction in witnessing someone's smile when they receive a handmade item, and that happiness is a beacon guiding my craft.

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About the Indigenous Artisans Collective

Etsy and Nest are proud to support the Indigenous Artisans Collective within the Etsy Uplift Makers Program, featuring shops from Indigenous makers affiliated with 10 Indigenous groups across the United States and the First Nations of Canada.

Many of the makers practice craft skills that have been inspired by or passed down from family and community mentors. Product collections include meticulously handcrafted home goods, jewelry and other accessories, in honor of the maker’s culture and heritage. Amongst many Indigenous communities, traditional handcraft continues to hold significant cultural value, as well as economic opportunity.

Through the Uplift Makers: Indigenous Artisans Collective, Etsy and Nest are helping to create digital market access and economic opportunities for Indigenous makers while also providing artisans with resources and tools to help run a successful online business. From expert-led digital marketing training, onboarding support, and a custom resource library, the program delivers a comprehensive suite of programming to participants. Additionally, the program addresses key barriers new business owners face such as providing professional photography to capture the creative content needed to showcase their talent and reach new customers in today’s digital era.