handmade textiles

This dhurrie rug from Sonik Sethi conjures blue lakes, sea and sky. Woven by hand from wool, the dhurrie reinterprets an ancient tradition, adapting tribal motifs in contemporary colors.

Kyrgyzstan shows the world its exquisite arts with a traditional creation whose origin dates back to ancestral times. Artisan Burul Zhakypova works with fine wool yarns to create this area rug featuring the beautiful shyrdak style, whose unique look combines quilting and applique techniques in one classic pattern. In addition to its dapper aura, the piece also exudes magic and glamour thanks to a palette of blue and white hues.

Working on a traditional Zapotec loom, Mexican artisan Marco Bautista designs and crafts this sophisticated coin purse. He hand-weaves it of wool, featuring an steel blue with stripes and geometric patterns in shades of light and dark blue. It opens with a zipper to a simple, lined interior.