Wednesday, July 30th, 2025

Indigenous PEI Store — 111B Grafton Street

Made On Mi’kma’ki was established in 2016 by a Mi’kmaq Artisan on Epekwitk (Prince Edward Island) – Tee Sock, Mi’kmaq of Abegweit First Nation. She was later joined by Koady Sock, Mi’kmaq of Abegweit First Nation and Morgan Varis, Cree of Peguis First Nation. The three artists formed to fill a gap in the market on Epekwitk for traditional beadwork and other artistic work which infuses traditional artforms with contemporary artistry. Representation of youth and Elders in artistic spaces, passing on teachings to Indigenous youth and reconciliation are foundational reasons for which Tee, Koady and Morgan create their artwork, including beaded medallions and earrings, dreamcatchers, ribbon skirts and more. Made On Mi’kma’ki encourages folks of all cultural backgrounds, nationalities, and locations to appreciate Indigenous artwork and engage in decolonization by incorporating Indigenous-made artwork into their homes, workspaces and lives. Made On Mi’kma’ki can be found on Facebook and Instagram.

Tee continues the legacy of her mother Kathy Archer (Knockwood), her sister, grandparents and ancestors as proud Mi’kmaq Artisan and a guest speaker in University courses, speaking to students about the legacy of Residential Schools and the Sixties Scoop in Canada, sharing her story of resilience and healing. Tee has three adult children and two beautiful grandchildren.

Koady Sock, son of Tee Sock, is a beadwork artisan, as well as a traditional drum keeper and member of the drum group, Lonecry Singers. Koady has worked with Child and Family Services as a cultural mentor/youth worker, with a background in Indigenous Justice and policing, having earned a Police Foundations diploma from St. Lawrence College in 2018.

Morgan Varis is also a beadwork artisan as well as ribbon skirt maker in her spare time. Morgan earned a Master of Arts from the School of Criminology from Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, BC in 2017 and currently teaches Indigenous studies at the University of Prince Edward Island. Morgan and Koady are proud parents of two beautiful young Mi’kmaq-Cree children.

Connect with artisans as they share their creative process, culture, and stories. Each session offers an opportunity to witness traditional skills and engage with the artisan behind the work.