Custom Orders

Bring Your Idea To Life

Many of the entrepreneurs and artists featured on Oski Market offer custom-made work created specifically for you, your family, or your organization.

Whether you’re looking for a meaningful personal piece or a larger order for an event, our artists can work with you to create something unique, authentic, and thoughtfully made.

Custom orders allow you to collaborate directly with talented makers from Norway House Cree Nation and receive a product that reflects your vision.

Multiple strands of black and gold beads, some with gold and black faceted beads, hanging together with ornate gold metal accents, against a plain white background.
Red heart-shaped pendant necklace with black, silver, and red beads, hanging on a metal rod.
Close-up of gold and black dangling earrings hanging from a shiny metal rod against a white background.

Custom Orders for Individuals

Looking for something personal?

Custom pieces are perfect for gifts, cultural items, or meaningful keepsakes. Many customers request custom work for:

  • Beaded earrings or medallions

  • Custom artwork or designs

  • Special gifts for family and friends

  • Graduation or milestone pieces

  • Personalized Indigenous crafts

Our team will connect with the artist to explore what is possible and help guide the process.

Decorative cookie with pink and green bead icing and attached floral pendant, resting on a woven mat.
Close-up of beaded earrings with a woven straw element, decorated with blue, green, and clear beads, resting on a white surface.

Oski Market also works with organizations looking to source authentic Indigenous-made items for events, conferences, or recognition programs.

Custom orders are a great option for:

  • Conference gifts

  • Employee recognition gifts

  • Graduation celebrations

  • Cultural events and ceremonies

  • Community programs or initiatives

Custom Orders for
Organizations & Events

Beaded accessory with purple, white, green, and blue beads, decorated with pearl accents, attached to woven straw base.

What Can You Order?

If you have an idea, there’s a good chance we can bring it to life.

Oski Market works with a range of talented artists and makers from Norway House Cree Nation who specialize in custom, handcrafted pieces. Whether you’re looking for something small and personal or planning a larger order, we’ll help connect you with the right artist.

And honestly, that’s just the starting point. Many of our artists are open to creative ideas, so if you have something specific in mind, we encourage you to share it.

We also have a growing portfolio of artists you can explore, so you can get a feel for their style, their work, and who you’d like to collaborate with.

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  • Beaded accessories are one of the most recognizable and wearable forms of Indigenous art. Each piece is handcrafted with intention, often reflecting cultural patterns, personal stories, or contemporary design. This category includes a range of items such as earrings, bolo ties, and other wearable beadwork created using techniques like brick stitch and peyote stitch.

    Significance:
    These pieces carry identity, expression, and connection to culture. Many designs are inspired by family teachings, regional styles, or personal journeys, blending tradition with individual creativity.

    Perfect For:

    • Everyday wear with meaning

    • Gifts for birthdays or holidays

    • Graduation presents

    • Cultural celebrations and gatherings

    • Statement pieces that reflect personal style

  • Medallions are deeply meaningful pieces often worn close to the heart. They can be customized with colors, symbols, or designs that reflect personal or cultural significance.

    Significance:
    They represent identity, pride, protection, and connection. Medallions are often gifted during important life moments as a symbol of love and recognition.

    Perfect For:

    • Graduations

    • Naming ceremonies

    • Coming-of-age milestones

    • Honouring achievements

    • Memorial or remembrance pieces

  • Ribbon skirts, shirts, and other ribbon apparel are powerful expressions of culture, identity, and resilience. Each piece can be designed with specific colors and patterns that carry personal or community meaning.

    Significance:
    Ribbon apparel is tied to movement, ceremony, and cultural pride. It reflects both tradition and modern expression.

    Perfect For:

    • Powwows and cultural gatherings

    • Ceremonies and celebrations

    • Community events

    • Gifts that honour identity and belonging

    • Personal cultural expression

  • Custom artwork allows you to bring a vision to life through collaboration with an artist. This can include paintings, digital designs, or mixed media pieces tailored to your idea.

    Significance:
    Every piece tells a story. Commissioned work often reflects personal experiences, family history, or cultural themes, making it one-of-a-kind.

    Perfect For:

    • Home or office spaces

    • Gifts for special occasions

    • Honouring loved ones

    • Organizational or community storytelling

    • Event branding or visual identity

  • These items are created with care, respect, and understanding of their purpose. Depending on the artist, this may include regalia elements, ceremonial accessories, or culturally grounded pieces.

    Significance:
    These items are not just products. They hold spiritual, cultural, and traditional importance and should be approached with respect and intention.

    Perfect For:

    • Ceremonies and traditional practices

    • Cultural events

    • Community gatherings

    • Personal or family use with cultural guidance

    • Meaningful, respectful gifting

How the Custom Order Process Works:

1. Submit a Custom Order Request through the form below.

2. Provide details about the item, quantity, timeline, and any design ideas.

3. Our team will get back to you within 48 hours to schedule a call to chat about the details.

4. Our team will review the request and connect with the appropriate artist.

5. You will receive confirmation, pricing, timeline information, and deposit requirements.

*A deposit may be required to confirm your order and begin production.
*Once approved and the deposit is received, the artist will begin creating your custom order.
*Because every piece is handmade, timelines may vary depending on the complexity of the work and the artist’s availability.

Start Your Custom Order

If you have an idea in mind, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your request below and our team will work with you to explore available options with our artists.

Earlier requests are always encouraged, especially for larger or more detailed orders. This allows adequate time for design, production, shipping, and handling depending on the complexity and number of items required.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Please include as much detail as possible, such as:

    • Item type

    • Quantity

    • Timeline or deadline

    • Design ideas

    • Colors

    • Size

    • Budget

    • Logos or branding (if applicable)

    • Shipping location

    • Event or occasion

  • No. We work with any quantity you need.

  • Depending on the order, a 50% deposit may be required before production begins.

  • This depends on the artist or entrepreneur. Revision availability varies by project.

  • Yes, depending on the complexity. Many artists can incorporate logos, event themes, and brand colors into custom designs.

  • Rush orders are not guaranteed and are generally not recommended. Some requests may be declined to ensure quality.

  • We will match you with another artist who has the capability to complete your request. More complex designs may result in higher costs.

  • Mock-ups may be provided depending on the order and artist.

  • Timelines vary depending on the complexity of the order and artist availability. We recommend submitting requests early.

  • Custom orders follow the same process as regular orders:

    • Shipped via Canada Post

    • Tracking provided when available

    • Local pickup available in Winnipeg

  • For organizational or bulk inquiries:

    • Email ecdev@nhcn.ca

    • Or visit the Partner With Us page

    • Or fill out the form above.

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