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SEE WHAT WE HAVE MADE

Maiwa garments. Each piece is an incredible expression of style and creativity. We are happy to introduce you to some of our new arrivals. All go together, like friends and family.
Thursday, April 27, 2023 No comments




A UNIQUE APPROACH TO A TRADITIONAL CRAFT

When craft moves it changes, innovates, and becomes something new.
Mumbai block prints trace their past to the traditional block printing communities of the Kachchh desert in Gujarat. Hand carved wooden blocks, natural dyes, tannins, resists and a printing process that goes back centuries. But the Mumbai block printers have modified the printing blocks to imitate the patterning of distressed paint on cloth. This unique approach is combined with contemporary imagery to create breathtaking patterns.
Tuesday, April 25, 2023 No comments



HANDWOVEN UNDERFOOT

The deshi wool of the desert regions of Rajasthan makes for durable and long-lasting carpets. The wool is naturally black, cream or white, creating a harmonious palette that works anywhere. To this palette the weavers of Jawaja add accented colour that give their work a contemporary feeling. The Jawaja artisans weave on extra-wide handlooms to create these stunning flatweaves. They feature simple, bold designs and are fine examples of the weaver's art.
Thursday, April 20, 2023 No comments

 



THE MUMBAI BLOCK PRINT

NOW IN
MAIWA CLOTHING

For our clothing we are working with a fine, handwoven, cotton. It is a perfect match for the distinctive, colourful patterns of this innovative style of block printing.
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 No comments

 

  

Friday, April 14, 2023 No comments

 

NEW PATTERNS HAVE ARRIVED!
Wednesday, April 12, 2023 No comments

 



A MASTER DYER'S SECRETS


Just Released

A Very Rare Book

Imagine if a master dyer, working in France three-hundred years ago, at the height of his powers wrote down his recipes to document what he knew. Clear, precise instructions with measurements and the results on cloth. Strong natural colours developed long before the invention of synthetic dyes.
Wednesday, April 05, 2023 No comments

 


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Registration opens on Monday April 3rd at 9am (Pacific Time)
Saturday, April 01, 2023 No comments

 




See All Handkerchiefs

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HANKIES, NATURAL DYES & WILD HEATHER 
Thursday, March 30, 2023 No comments


APRIL 3rd AT 9am PACIFIC TIME
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 No comments


THREADS OF RURAL LIFE: BENGAL
And so, in the end, all of our threads come together: dyeing, weaving, craft, life.  
Thursday, March 23, 2023 No comments



APRIL 3rd AT 9am PACIFIC TIME
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 No comments

 


REMINDER

SALE ENDS MARCH 19th!

Thursday, March 16, 2023 No comments

APRIL 3rd AT 9am PACIFIC TIME

THE NATURAL DYE WORKSHOP

ONLINE

WITH CHARLLOTTE & SOPHENA KWON

Read about your instructors Charllotte and Sophena Kwon 

Tuesday, March 14, 2023 No comments

 


Remember that all sale items are final – this includes clothing and bedding.

See Everything on Sale Here!

Maiwa's Artisan Appreciation Sale.
Thursday, March 09, 2023 No comments


Read about your instructors Sophena Kwon and Danielle Bush

 

APRIL 3rd AT 9am PACIFIC TIME
Monday, March 06, 2023 No comments




Sometimes we think that cloth is the best for ... well almost everything. These bags are no exception. Embellished with running stitch, patterned with embroidery, enclosed by a drawstring, or augmented by leather details. Cloth bags from Maiwa.
Thursday, March 02, 2023 No comments

 



A COLLABORATION BETWEEN
INDIA FLINT & MAIWA

Clothing made from natural fibres, sewn with cotton thread.
Ready for your dye pot, your embellishment, or to be worn as is.
Tuesday, February 28, 2023 No comments




HAND PAINTED WITH NATURAL DYES

Hand painting cloth with natural dyes is an ancient art. In India it is known as kalamkari, which means "pen work". The freedom to place natural colour in a painterly way requires considerable skill and natural dye knowledge.
Thursday, February 23, 2023 No comments





THE JOY OF MULTIPLES

We always have artisans in mind. Our supplies can be purchased in larger quantities so that you can produce for craft fairs, to stock a booth, to run a workshop, to create for friends or for events - all using the best of materials.
Tuesday, February 21, 2023 No comments
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