Lets' Explore: Ikat in Indigo

This week we dive into indigo ikat, designed by a French brand that I am repping who works with artists in Guatemala and Mexico. There is so much to explore within their full collection but I wanted to start by sharing this stunning fabric.

The indigo used in this collection originated in the Americas. For thousands of years, communities used this blue color in pottery, murals, and textiles. The dye is extracted from a plant called anil. To produce the dye in Oaxaca, leaves are cut, crushed, and fermented in water for 20 days in a clay jar placed in the sun. In Guatemala, a wild indigo made from the sacatinta bark creates a range of colors hueing from blue to grey. Basil and dried coffee leaves are other natural dyes used for touches of green and terracotta that beautifully complement the indigo tones. All these natural pigments are 100% biodegradable.

Everything is consciously produced, including the yarns which are natural cotton and dyed according to ancient techniques. Pillows are woven on a traditional foot loom, which is an ancient technique mastered by artists in Antigua, Guatemala. 

Please note, this is just a small snippet of what is available. If you like what you see, I know you will love the rest of their collection, which I’ll be sharing more of in upcoming newsletters. Think beautiful brocade pillows, Teotitlan rugs in chic wool, and much more to cozy up and style your customer's homes this fall and winter. 

To see the full catalog and price list, email me. Please note, shipping is from France or direct from Guatemala, depending on where you are located. And be in touch if you’d like to see all of the catalogs from the artisan brands AOW is currently representing.