Embroidered Cushion

£150.00

Measurements: 33 cm x 39 cm

STORY  

These are Tamay's favourite pieces of embroidery, made into a big soft cushion to be used and appreciated on a daily basis. 

The annual masterpiece for each Mien woman in Taphin, a practice that connects the Mien women to each other, their culture and their village. 

Dense, silk embroidery using counted stitch technique from the reverse. The symbols represent trees, people in the mountains, children, parents, rice paddies, plants and life force. 

The traditional patterns are taught from mother to daughter and have never been written down, find out more ...


MATERIALS

 Silk on indigo cotton. 

Cotton applique work. 

CARE

SHIPPING & RETURNS

UK : £5

REST OF THE WORLD : Varies 

For Vintage items we accept exchanges.