Lori Sanders (Eastern Band of Cherokee / Wolftown Community) walks in many roles—Indigenous-focused birth doula, musician, acclaimed actress, ordained minister, and former Miss Cherokee. A dedicated stylist and business owner for over 30 years, she weaves her lived experience into every thread of her creative vision. Drawing on ancestral knowledge, community care, and personal expression, her work is grounded in the values of her Cherokee heritage. Sanders draws strength from matrilineal teachings, the wisdom of her elders, and the rhythm of tradition. Her designs and concepts reflect not only her own journey but also the enduring spirit of Indigenous women who lead with heart, history, and purpose. Each piece she creates honors those connections—carrying forward stories, memory, and medicine.
Lori offers loving gratitude to her sister, Dr. Blythe Winchester, whose wisdom and encouragement rekindled her path toward cultural expression through textile art. To create is to remember, to honor, and to heal.
