Red Roots Trading Co. Merchandise: Wear It, Read It, Display It & Indigenous Art That Tells a Story

At Red Roots Trading Company, we’ve always believed a trading post should be more than just a place to pick up great products. A real trading post is part marketplace, part cultural hub, and part storytelling space. That spirit is exactly what you’ll find inside the Merchandise section of the Red Roots website, a growing collection of apparel, books, and now one-of-a-kind Indigenous artwork created by talented makers.

If you’ve only visited Red Roots for your favourite goods before, it might be time to take another scroll through the merchandise shelves. You might just discover something that speaks to you in a completely different way.

Represent the Roots with Red Roots Trading Apparel

Let’s start with the gear. Our Red Roots Trading Company t-shirts are more than just comfortable everyday wear, they’re a way to represent Indigenous entrepreneurship and sovereignty in action. Expertly screen-printed with the timeless Red Roots logo and finished with a feather in the colours of the medicine wheel, these shirts blend bold design with meaningful symbolism.

Available in multiple colours and a wide range of sizes, they’re perfect whether you’re rocking them around town, relaxing at home, or showing your support for Indigenous-owned businesses. Throw one on and let people know exactly where you stand, with the Roots.

Books That Matter

The merchandise section also features a small but meaningful collection of books, including a title that carries special significance to us.

“The Last President” by Len Riley is a powerful memoir and historical reflection. Chief Len Riley played an important role in discussions surrounding the implementation of Sections 25 and 35 of the Canadian Constitution, which recognize and affirm the rights of Indigenous peoples in Canada. For us, carrying this book is about more than simply offering something interesting to read, it’s about sharing voices and stories that helped shape the legal and cultural landscape Indigenous communities continue to navigate today.

If you’re interested in Indigenous history, constitutional rights, and personal stories tied to those movements, this book is a fascinating and meaningful addition to your shelf.

One-of-a-Kind Indigenous Artwork

Now here’s where things get really exciting. The Red Roots merchandise section now features unique, handmade Indigenous artwork, crafted with care, tradition, and creativity by skilled Indigenous makers. These aren’t factory products or mass-produced decorations. Each piece carries the individual style, skill, and story of the artist who made it.

Our growing selection includes:

Jewelry such as bracelets, earrings, and necklaces, each designed with distinctive materials, patterns, and cultural inspiration.

Traditional musical instruments including deer hide rattles, turtle shell rattles, drums, and drum sticks, handcrafted pieces that reflect long-standing Indigenous musical traditions.

Woodwork and wood burnings, including beautiful engraved wood feathers featuring Native Nation names, perfect as symbolic décor or meaningful gifts.

Paintings that showcase the artistic expression and cultural storytelling of Indigenous artists.

Stonework carvings and sculptures that bring natural materials to life through careful craftsmanship.

The beauty of these items is that no two pieces are exactly the same. Every item is a true one-off. A small piece of art that carries its own personality and history.

Supporting Indigenous Makers

One of the biggest reasons we’re proud to carry this artwork is the opportunity it creates for the artists themselves.

By featuring handmade Indigenous art on the Red Roots website, we’re helping provide a direct way for talented makers to earn income from their creativity and skill. Every purchase supports Indigenous craftsmanship and helps artists continue doing what they love: creating meaningful works that reflect their culture, experiences, and artistic vision.

For customers, it also means something special: when you buy one of these pieces, you’re not just picking up décor or jewelry. You’re bringing home a genuine handmade creation with a real story behind it.

Unique Gifts & Home Decor with Meaning

If you’re searching for something unique… Whether it’s a gift for someone special, or a piece to add character to your home, Indigenous artwork offers something you simply won’t find in big box stores.

• A hand-carved stone sculpture.
• A beautifully engraved wood feather.
• A pair of earrings that no one else on earth owns.
• A traditional rattle or drum that carries cultural history in every detail.

These are items that stand out not only for their craftsmanship, but for the meaning behind them.

Explore the Red Roots Trading Co. Merchandise Section

The Red Roots merchandise shelves are growing, and we couldn’t be more excited about it. From snazzy apparel, to important reading, to truly unique Indigenous artwork, the collection reflects exactly what Red Roots is all about: culture, creativity, and community.

If you haven’t browsed the Merchandise Section on the Red Roots Trading Company website lately, now’s a great time to take a look. You might discover the perfect t-shirt, a meaningful book, or a one-of-a-kind piece of Indigenous art that deserves a place in your home.

And when you do, you’ll know that your purchase helps support Indigenous artists, storytellers, and makers… Exactly the kind of roots we love to grow.