Pindler: Pendleton II by Sunbrella

Pendleton II by Sunbrella® continues unfolding stories of the American West, symbolizing through woven material the Native American experience amidst the western frontier. Alongside nods to ancient traditions, spiritual connections and revered tribal leaders, the collection also pays homage to America’s National Parks and life in the great outdoors.

Pendleton by Sunbrella was born from the idea of bringing two heritage brands together, combining Pendleton Woolen Mills’ distinct aesthetic and the enduring performance qualities of Sunbrella fabrics.

NATIONAL PARKS STRIPES
Honoring America's National Parks

Since the early 1900s, Pendleton Woolen Mills has honored America’s National Parks with a collection of distinctive park blankets. Glacier Park National Park Blanket was one of the first. Its historic markings and colors date back to the frontier trading posts. Traders would indicate the weight of the blanket offered in exchange for furs by holding up one finger for each pound.

​The original blankets incorporated three, four or five black stripes in the design, which indicated the value of the blanket. Colors and variations of the original striped theme have been adapted to reflect distinguishing characteristics of each park and blanket in the collection.

​Pendleton is proud to support the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America‘s national parks. More than $800,000 has been contributed so far thanks to customers like you.

TUSCON
In the Beginning,
​There Was Darkness

The Tucson area was originally home to the Pima tribe. A Pima legend says that in the beginning there was darkness, from which Creator emerged. He pulled a magic stick from his heart and formed a ball with its resin that grew into the Earth as he sang, “I make the world, and see, the world is finished...let it go, start it forth!” In this pattern, the magical creation stick helps bring the Earth, Stars, Moon and Sun from the darkness.

KIVA STEPS
Mankind's Place of
​Emergence

Kivas have been places of worship for many thousands of years. These square underground chambers are found in Ancient Puebloan cliff dwellings of the American Southwest. Kivas from earlier times featured a sipapu, a hole in the north of the chamber that represents mankind’s place of emergence from the underworld. Modern Kivas are still built underground. A pattern of squared steps represents the physical and spiritual paths in and out of the Kiva, where modern Hopi people still gather for spiritual ceremonies.

NOVA FRONT
The Morning Star

The eight pointed star at the center of this contemporary design is based on a dramatic star quilt pattern that attained great popularity in the 1800s. Native Americans, especially those in the Great Plains area, had long used this same geometric figure to represent the Morning Star on hide paintings, beaded moccasins, leggings and dresses. When Native Americans artists began quilting, they made dazzling Morning Star quilts of their own, a tradition that continues today.

FALCON COVE
Magic Rocks Beach

A hidden beach on Oregon’s coastline holds Falcon Cove. This secluded spot is home to “Magic Rocks Beach,” where ocean-tumbled stones make a rumbling music when washed by the tides. The natural hues of sand, grasses and seaside bluffs are arranged in a balanced pattern that represents the harmony of this beautiful stretch of coastline, where thousands of birds nest each year. This misty, rain- washed country is the traditional home of the Clatsop peoples, one of the many coastal tribes that lived where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean.

YAKIMA CAMP STRIPES
A Campfire Favorite

Our camp blankets and throws are favorites around the campfire and in front of the fireplace. These stripes were inspired by the ombre blankets that cowboys carried on their saddles to unroll when they made camp after long days of riding the range. Modeled after the material used in blankets by early shepherds to brave the elements of the Pacific Northwest, Yakima Camp Stripes in richly colored mixed yarns and iconic stripes are woven in rustic patterns that work inside and out.

CHIEF JOSEPH
Thunder Rolling
​Down The Mountain

Designed early in the 1920s, the Chief Joseph design continues to be one of Pendleton’s most popular blankets. It commemorates the heroism of one of the Northwest’s greatest Nez Perce leader, Chief Joseph. His Nez Perce name was “Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kert”, which means Thunder Rolling Down the Mountain. The Nez Perce were known for their skills as warriors, breeding of Appaloosa horses, support and guidance for the Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery, and their peace efforts with the US Government. 

​The Chief Joseph blanket is the oldest ongoing blanket produced by Pendleton Woolen Mills. Its design is balanced with arrowheads symbolizing bravery and pointing in all directions of Mother Earth.

Sunbrella®
Performance Fabric
​You Can Trust.

Proven Durability
​Designed to exceed tough industry standards for pilling and abrasion, Sunbrella fabrics are long-lasting yet incredibly soft.

Soft Touch
Sunbrella fabrics feature a luxurious hand that is as soft and comforting as it is beautiful.

Fade Resistance
Saturated to the core with color, Sunbrella fabrics stay brilliant over time, maintaining color, vibrancy and quality no matter the environment.

Easy Care
Sunbrella guarantees ultimate cleanability with easy maintenance and bleach cleanable fabrics.

Stain Resistance
Trust Sunbrella fabrics to stand up to life’s toughest messes with powerful stain resistance.
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Mold and Mildew Resistant
All Sunbrella fabrics are engineered
to resist mold and mildew. Should exposure to dirt and debris cause mold and mildew to occur, easily and safely clean with a bleach solution.

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