Sacred Women's Way Ribbon Keyring

Description:

Yarn is proud to partner with the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) and Aboriginal Darug artist Mandy Draper to introduce this limited-edition range. For every product sold, $2 will be donated to NBCF to help fund life-saving breast cancer research.

Sacred Women's Way is a moving tribute to the strength and unity of women navigating their breast cancer journey. Inspired by Mandy's experience as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner and artist, it reflects her advocacy for mental and physical wellbeing through both her creative practice and community work.

“This artwork tells a powerful story of a Sacred women’s way - a path of healing, strength, and cultural resilience passed through generations. It tells the story of women walking together in unity, supporting one another through their breast cancer journey with empowerment, resilience and deep connection to their identity.” - Mandy 

Small in size but full of meaning, this keyring is the perfect way to carry vibrant art with you every day. Whether you're adding a pop of colour to your keys, personalising your bag, or gifting a little something with heart, it's a practical piece that blends beauty, function and pride.

Each keyring features a vibrant enamel design paired with a gold-look alloy ring and karabiner - easy to clip on, hard to miss. The perfect affordable gift that celebrates connection, culture and creativity. 

Meet the Artist:

Mandy Draper (Deadly Dot Pots)

Aboriginal Darug Woman of the Cabrogal Clan

Mandy Draper is a proud Darug woman of the Cabrogal tribe. She creates gorgeous hand painted ceramic plant pots and wooden serving boards for her brand Deadly Dot Pots. Through painting it is Mandy’s mission to raise awareness about mental health, sharing how art can have the ability to positively impact people's lives. Each product is hand painted with love by Mandy and each design tells a special story.

“I encourage our mob to understand the importance of mental health and to guide everyone to find something that can assist their well being…...Painting is my go to, it assists me to cope with my mental health and reframe my well being.”

@deadlydotpots

The Artwork Story:

Sacred Womens Way (Breast Cancer 2025)

This artwork tells a powerful story of a Sacred women’s way - a path of healing, strength, and cultural resilience passed through generations. It tells the story of women walking together in unity, supporting one another through their breast cancer journey with empowerment, resilience and deep connection to their identity.

At the heart of the piece are gathering circles, symbolising women’s business: sacred spaces where stories are shared, knowledge is passed down, and strength is nurtured across generations. These circles represent connection, culture, and care—where our women support one another through all stages of life, including their health journeys.

The footprints woven throughout the piece reflect the paths walked by many of our women on their breast cancer journey. They honour the resilience, courage, and strength of those who have walked before, and those still walking today.

Flowing lines within the artwork represent our holistic view of health, grounded in culture, guided by self-empowerment. Each line reflects the strength of our women as they navigate their health journeys—physically, emotionally, spiritually, and culturally. These lines tell the story of women reclaiming their health, empowered by culture, guided by spirit, and supported by community.

Woven into the design are our sistas—supporting one another, walking side by side, lifting each other through strength, courage, resilience, and love.

This piece is a celebration of strength and resilience. It empowers our women to care for their health in ways that honour their cultural identity—for when our women are empowered, they light the path for others to follow.