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Vivian Cottrell

Name
Vivian Cottrell
Tribe
Cherokee Nation
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SWAIA Booth History

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POG 120
SFIM24
WIM25

2024 Best of Show Awards

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2025 Best of Show Awards

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Vivian Cottrell

I am a 4th generational Cherokee basketmaker. I hand process all weaving materials including buck brush, honeysuckle, white oak, hickory, and black ash. I also use natural dyes except for commercial dyes on the black ash. I weave traditional southeastern patterns and I also create contemporary designs. Recently, I have started creating wearable woven jewelry of bracelets, cuffs and bolos.