Interwoven (Featured Shop)

Good Morning Friday!!!!

Bright, colorful and happy posts are something you'll have begun to associate The East Coast Desi with. And today's post is just that. 

In today's featured shop segment, it's Interwoven for you. An online store that brings you beautifully curated artisan fabrics like vintage Kantha, Suzanis and Kashmiri silk to name a few. With it's roots in Abu Dhabi, Interwoven is an entrepreneurial venture initiated by Kera Thompson.Sourcing the fabrics from India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Thailand, Turkey........each piece in the store is handpicked by Kera herself. Her keen eye for detail, design and color  makes the collection at Interwoven one-of-a-kind. Products offered by Interwoven are perfect for those who want to layer their home with cultures and tales of a far off land.  

My favorite pick has to be these bright and trendy Ikat Multi-toned Kantha Pillows that combines my love for Ikat and Kantha so beautifully.

The brand name Interwoven, has been thoughtfully chosen by Kera,
"I created Interwoven because fabric makes me happy. Whether it's floor coverings, wall hangings, or the perfect cozy throw, textiles can tell far-off stories and breathe life and soul into your space.

From my travels and experiences as a designer, mom, and model, I have realized how interwoven we are as a world, community, and cherish the beauty that comes as we embrace the good around us.

Each piece in my collection is just a small reflection of that beauty". 

And here are a few more pieces that got my attention;)

To shop these gorgeous fabrics click here.

I'm already in the weekend gear and am taking things a little easy:) Wishing you a relaxed weekend too. See you next week at TECD, to share the seasons festive spirit.

Images:  Interwoven

Pillow Me (Featured Shop)

Hello and welcome back to another drool worthy post here at TECD. 

This time, I have an irresistible store that prides itself in showcasing handmade products that belong to a tradition and heritage that has taken the design world by storm. Can you imagine my sheer delight to see Kilims, Suzannis and Ikats all under one roof????? Yes, "PILLOW ME" is a store in Eskisehir (Turkey) that retails via Etsy and is a one stop store to get your share of this gorgeousness.

Burak Hepguzel, is the Owner and Designer for the brand "Pillow Me". Pillow me was started as a hobby to feed Burak's love for all things vintage, handmade and bohemian. But once on the job she says, "the joy of being able to sell things having a soul and an identity, is very rewarding." It's a family owned business and it's Burak's 4 member team that keeps things rolling at Pillow Me.

So as to get a better understanding of the product line, I asked Burak to share a little more about the products and the process. Talking about the process Burak says," As for the kilim pillows, we gather handwoven old kilims, most of them are 20 to 70 years old. They are then cut and sewn into pillows depending on the design. When the kilim or suzani comes to us, it excites me. Because of the handmade nature of the product, each Kilim and Suzani is unique. Designs may be similar but not the same. The most exciting thing about Kilims is that they are organic - handwoven from wool and colored with natural dyes (from plants, insects etc.)" 

Going on to explain about the Suzanis and Ikats, Burak says,"Suzanis and Ikats being totally handmade, the process is very long. It takes 3 days for handwoven Ikat fabrics to a couple of weeks for the Suzannis depending on the design".

The art form of Kilims, Suzanis and Ikats  has been kept alive by stores like Pillow Me in their own way, only to be enjoyed by folks like us the world over. Pillow Me ships to most countries. Check out the entire product line of Pillow Me right here. I'd like to thank Burak for her time and prompt response to my queries in putting this post together for you'll. I wish her all the very best with the Pillow Me venture.

You'll take care and visit me back here at TECD for more on decor, food and photography coming your way this holiday season. 

Images: Courtesy Pillow Me