Haida Whale - Lyle Campbell Collection - 5cm Classic 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Scrunchie

Haida Whale

This is the profile of a killer whale. The Haida people believe that when people drowned at sea their souls would be transformed into killer whales. The Masset people on Haida Gwaii believe that when a pod of killer whales swims up the inlet that a person is soon to pass away and that the whales are coming for their soul. The killer whale is considered one of the more powerful Haida crests, almost supernatural in nature. Found within the dorsal fin is a human face side profile and within the eye a salmon trout motif.

About the Artist

Lyle’s Haida Name is T’aaw Tlaahl (10 Coppers). He is an active member of the Sdasta’aas Sangaalth Eagle Clan, of the Edenshaw Family. He’s a world renowned Haida Carver. He works primarily in Western Red Cedar. Carving Haida Poles, Masks, Paddles, Panels and Paintings. He’s also well known for his graphic art producing limited edition silkscreen prints, painted Drums and Tattoo Designs.

5cm Mulberry Silk Scrunchie

Our luxurious 5cm Blush Silk Scrunchie is made from the same Highest Grade 6A, 100% Pure Mulberry Silk as our pillowcases.

The smooth silk surface is designed to be gentler on hair than traditional elastics and can help reduce friction, pulling and snagging while providing a comfortable hold.