Calivika Shareholder Directory Testimonial
Jadeen Blythe, Yupik Jades Creations
Storyknife, November/December 2024 edition


Beaded jewelry from Yupik Jades Creations made by Jadeen Blythe.
Jadeen Blythe of Yupik Jades Creations is a Calista Shareholder who lives in Willow. Growing up, she watched her grandmother hand sew everything from mukluks to hats and gloves.
During the pandemic, Jadeen taught herself how to sew and sewed hundreds of masks. After that, she taught herself to sew qaspeqs, coats, hats and she also learned beading.
Jadeen sells her work and takes custom orders. She is proud of her heritage and believes in keeping our traditions alive.
“Calivika is a wonderful way for Shareholders to get their business noticed.”
Jadeen Blythe of Yupik Jades Creations