This handmade linocut print is a tribute to Grandmother Woodchuck — the wise elder of an old Abenaki tale, who teaches that true abundance lies in restraint, foresight, and care for future generations. In her story, a young hunter fills his mitten-bag with more than he needs, threatening the food supply of seven future generations. Through her quiet guidance, he learns to take only what is necessary and leave the rest to thrive. The image also draws from the Ukrainian folktale The Mitten, where one small mitten is stretched by many woodland animals — bear, elk, duck, fox, marten, porcupine, rabbit, and raccoon — until it can hold no more. Between the two synchronistic tales lives a shared lesson: when we forget future generations in our choices, we risk losing everything. This print honors the feminine, earth-centered wisdom that shelters and teaches — the kind that reminds us when to take and when to share, and how to live in a way that leaves enough for those yet to come.

SIZE: print size 8" x 16"; paper size 12" x 20"

PAPER / INK VARIATIONS:

Option 1 is handprinted in raw umber (dark brown) Caligo safewash ink on Strathmore Paper locally made in Massachusetts.

Option 2 is printed in burnt Sienna Caligo safewash ink on Arnhem printing paper, a heavier weight 100% rag, acid-free, pH neutral archival printmaking paper with vellum finish and deckled edges.

GIFT IDEAS: This would make a great gift for a wildlife or folklore lover, especially someone who values environmental conservation and this enduring and timeless theme in folklore around the world. It would also be a wonderful earth-friendly piece of wall decor for a children's bedroom or nursery room inspiring kids to value the earth's resources. This artwork could decorate a living room for a family that loves to spend time in the wild!

PACKAGING: This print will be carefully rolled in Kraft paper, packed in a recycled clear bag and shipped in a recycled cylindrical tube. A one-page insert including a description of the folktale is included with the print.

SHIPPING: This print has free shipping for U.S. Customers, and there is a flat rate $20 international shipping fee for international customers. IMPORTANT* For international customers there may be an additional tax you have to pay for the artwork to pass through customs.

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