The Lacemaker: Tord Boontje

Raffia Lace Dress by Tord Boontje (image courtesy of Dezeen)

I am rather smitten with The Lacemaker exhibit currently on view at Marsden Woo Gallery in London. The design blog, Dezeen, recently did an engaging write up on Dutch designer, Tord Boontje, contemporary lacemaker and knotted form builder extraordinaire.

Visit the Dezeen article for further examples of how grass and raffia are the ultimate in couture and home design solutions. Even more intriguing? This exhibition was inspired by the collection of Quaker lace at Philadelphia University's Design Center as part of their Lace in Translation exhibit.


*photos courtesy of Dezeen and photographer Philip Sayer.

Raffia Palm Clutches by Mad Imports

Opal Clutch by Mad Imports

I find these artfully woven raffia palm clutches by Mad Imports to be so graphically chic and gorgeous. Sustainably harvested from Madagascar palms, these are great fair trade accessory items currently available at Terra Trendz.

Carmen Clutch by Mad Imports


Mad Imports Fair Trade Accessories