Ichcha: 2013

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Our Workspace

hello Friends,
I've been spending a lot of time in our little office/studio and thought of sharing it with you guys. It is a special place with little quirky items that bring back memories and a smile to our face. I especially love our newest addition - the block printed scarf on the wall. It takes on a whole different look once you step away from it. It's naturally dyed in Iron water and this one I printed myself!

Friday, September 6, 2013

We meet again, Fall

Fall is around the corner. I know..I hear the groans from around the world.

We had a good time soaking in all the sun this summer, watching the sunset, feeling the ocean breeze.

However, now it's time to cuddle up in our cozy fall goodies.

One look at the organic cotton scarf and I'm like, summer who? No, I will still miss summer but I am sure the warm scarves, socks, and boots will make up for it pretty soon. We will meet again next year though!

Until then, revel in the goodness of nature, with the colors changing and the warm coffees setting the mood for a cozy day.

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Tuesday, September 3, 2013

BRIKA feature!

So proud to share this with everyone!

Ichcha is now available on www.BRIKA.com

You can check out a variety of Hand Block Printed scarves and curtains on their site and for 7 days they are being featured at a special price. Love the site and love the various hand made products featured.

Visit http://www.brika.com/Ichcha for more!

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

NATURAL DYE GARDEN

It's been a while since I blogged about natural dyeing but I think it's time to start again!

My sister and I recently visited the Natural Dye garden started bye the Textile Art Center in Brooklyn. I must say it was truly beautiful.

It's a community garden space that accepts volunteers to come and tend to the plants. It not only has natural dye plants but also vegetables! What more could you ask for.

I participated in the Indigo dye class and will definitely be trying it myself at home now that I have a bit more confidence. The Indigo dye bath has always been a tricky project for me and after my first failure I just never tried again. But, I think that will have to change. I also have lavender in the backyard that I could stock up for some dyeing projects, not to mention the onion skins that are overflowing from the kitchen drawer. It's going to be a fun end to the summer. :)

Till next time, enjoy the pictures of the garden.

Monday, July 1, 2013

Hester Street Fair Pics!

Hester Street Fair, June 29 & July 6th.
Loads of good vendors and ETHIOPIAN FOOD! :D
For those who missed it this weekend but hope you guys can come next Saturday.
Images credited to Amrita O.

Check out the our vendor friends selling there as well.
For awesome kids shoes and clothes made by Chickpea Kid of NY.
https://www.etsy.com/people/chickpeakid