MOCHA WARE

I spotted the second image (the jug) at a restaurant in Saratoga Springs, NY over the holidays. The oozing, puffy graphic was so bizarre and contemporary, I loved it! My DP did a little research and found that mocha ware is ‘a uniquely English form of decorating earthenware‘ made in the 1800′s England. And it [...]

BLACK WINGS

‘Black wings’, circle carpet, fringe trim. Made in China, ca. 1936. via V&A  

CLARICE CLIFF

Clarice so nice!! Swirling, twirling, flowing colors. Cone shaped sugar sifter?! This is the work of Clarice Cliff, made in the 1930s. via V&A

MANY MANY NEW FRIENDS

NEW FRIENDS weavings in print! We’re so happy to be part of this gorgeous publication by Many Many – HOUSE WEAR. HOUSE WEAR is a study in nomadic behaviour and human design constructs. Issue one contains: living systems support objects survival kits tribal practices traditional weaving veranda histories travelling mime migratory reflection useful towel water reservoirs home [...]

NET SET

Bamboo net, China Woven belt, Philippines Watermelon, China Arm band, Philippines Sandals, Korea Hammock part, Vietnam  + + + A nonsensical collection from the continent of Asia. via my favorite new source: AMNH

WOVEN DISPLAY

Solemn and sturdy. Native American basketry and beaded belts on display c. 1900. via USC  

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