Contemporary @ Heirloom - Every other month we highlight a new fiber artist who is either innovating or honoring this ancient tradition.
Emma is a researcher and weaver who focuses in on her relationship to the loom through craft legacies, inherited muscle memory and the links between textiles and language.
an architectural term that refers to the niche in the eastern wall of the mosque (the qibla) to signal the direction of Mecca for the faithful. In prayer rugs the mihrab makes up the central motif. The mihrab represents the gateway to paradise; its upward reach suggests a progression towards illumination.
We are excited to announce the addition of our new Flea Market Picks to our site. Here you will find a curated section of handmade items offered at a lower price point.
Every other month we spotlight a specific rug or textile, taking a deeper dive into it's history and symbolism. For this edition of Dealer's notes we head to Tientsin Republic of China to learn about the history of Art Deco rugs.
We're very excited to share a group of incredibly talented contemporary fiber artists that we love and support. Each artist has a selection of their work for sale through our site.
