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The Green Wolf is on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/TheGreenWolfLupa and Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/lupagreenwolf
Custom work and layaway are also available!
If you have any questions, please contact whishthound (at) gmail.com
Since 1998, I have created thousands of neopagan ritual tools, from pouches to jewelry to dance costumes and more, made from hides, bones, feathers, beads and other such things. Many of the technical designs, such as the braided belts for tails or the multiple sets of straps for full skin dance costumes, are my own unique designs that stem from my early experiments and have been further developed over time. I offer years of experience and finely-honed creativity in my work, and a strong spiritual component to my creations.
The majority of the animal parts and other components are secondhand or salvaged, either from old fur coats and the like, or discarded from the fur coat industry, or old jewelry and other found objects, though be aware there are some newer/not recycled remains incorporated in some projects as well. You are most welcome to ask me about the specific origins (secondhand, hunting/trapping, fur farming, etc/) of anything I make an expect and honest answer; I will not misrepresent something just to try to appear more eco-friendly or ethical. If you would like to source something with less environmental/etc. impact, I can do so to the best of my ability, though be aware there are limitations--animals that die in the wild, for example, very quickly become food for others, and so "natural death" remains are rare.
Everything made with animal parts, regardless of origin, is ritually purified, and offerings are made to the appropriate spirits; additionally, a portion of the proceeds goes to various environmental and animal-based nonprofits. This has been an integral part of my spiritual path for over a decade. (In fact, I've written an entire book on the spirituality associated with my work with animal parts, Skin Spirits--and yes, there's a listing for it here on my shop) Also, I AM NOT NATIVE AMERICAN NOR HAVE I EVER CLAIMED TO BE. I create art as a European mutt neopagan from the Midwest and currently ensconced in Cascadia. More information on legalities surrounding Native art may be found at http://www.artnatam.com/regist.html
I can only ship animal parts and art made from animal parts in the U.S. I also follow current state restrictions on possession and sales to the best of my knowledge; buyers are responsible for knowing their state's restrictions; you can research US-relevant laws at http://www.thegreenwolf.com/partslaws.html
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Alex on Jan 13, 2024
5 out of 5 starsReally looking forward to reading this! The signature is really cute.
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David on Jan 1, 2024
5 out of 5 starsAwesome book for understanding interest in dead things. Item delivered was as advertised and received it timely.
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Jen on Mar 17, 2024
5 out of 5 starsFantastic custom horse!!! I absolutely love her! Shipped quickly and packed very well ♥️
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Sarenth on Mar 15, 2024
5 out of 5 starsI was very excited to receive it and I can't wait to work with all these wonderful pieces!
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Rachel on Mar 8, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThese arrived quickly and are so beautiful, a perfect addition to my earring collection.
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B. D. on Mar 8, 2024
5 out of 5 starsA lovely little tail; I replaced the carabiner with a cream ribbon so I could more easily hang it on my bookcase, opposite a grey mink tail from this same shop. I'm tempted to obtain a raccoon tail to pair with it. Thank you, Lupa.
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B. D. on Mar 8, 2024
5 out of 5 starsA lovely little tail; I replaced the carabiner with a grey ribbon so I could more easily hang it on my bookcase. I'm tempted to obtain a raccoon tail to pair with it. The hide has a small but unfortunate slit in it, which I don't think was mentioned in the item description, but I accept any and all flaws in the furs and bones I obtain. There is no danger of further damage, as this mink tail is purely for display to enhance the atmosphere of my sacred space. Thank you, Lupa.
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B. D. on Mar 8, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThis tail is too gorgeous for words, and I had a hard time deciding where to display it. Despite the belt loop, I don't wear tails since in the past I've damaged a few by accidentally sitting on them, so I've hooked it on the corner of a framed werewolf artwork. I'm quite happy with the result and I think the tail is there to stay (I would hope a fox wouldn't mind the company of a werewolf, haha!). Thank you, Lupa, for honoring these wild creatures and their spirits.
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B. D. on Mar 8, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThis is such a lovely tail with natural coloring. Years ago, I made the mistake of purchasing fox tails off eBay of all places, and the tails were dyed and so artificial looking -- nothing like this tail. It's gorgeous, as I'm sure the fox itself was in life, and now death. I removed the carabiner in favor of a dark green ribbon and hung the tail over the corner of an art piece of indescribable importance to me. I am very happy with my purchase and hope to frequent this shop in the future. Thank you, Lupa!
About thegreenwolf
Skin Spirits, Sacred Remains.
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Lupa
Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator, Professional Artist And Author
Lupa has been creating neopagan ritual tools and other sacred art from hides, bones, beads and other such things since 1998. She is also the author of several books on animal totemism, shamanism, and related topics. http://www.thegreenwolf.com
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Custom and personalized orders
Yes, I offer custom work! Please see the custom work section of my shop for some ideas, or contact me for more options!
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I do offer wholesale on my art to brick and mortar shops, and my books are available wholesale as well. Please contact me for more details.