Originally Posted by COYOTEMAGIC
Kachina's are part of Hopi religious beliefs. They are different spirits/gods that help the Hopi people. They are a big part of their religious ceremonies where Kachina Dancers are present to teach different stories. Dolls were given to children to teach them of the different gods.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kachina
Here is a good site for kachinas & they are both Hopi & Navajo, but it will take a little while to identify each of the costumes on the fabric!
http://www.kachinasanddoll.com/traditionalKachinas.htm
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