New favorite chair

I love this Astrid Ikat Chair from Anthropologie!

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Ikat

Ikat is everywhere these days. I decided to do some research to find out more about this look and thought I’d share it with you.

Ivory/Straw window panel from West Elm

Ikat (sometimes spelled Ikkat) is actually one of the oldest forms of textile decoration. It’s actually a method of weaving using a resist dyeing process. This process is said to be similar to tie dying on either the warp or weft fibers (vertical or horizontal fibers). 

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Many Ikat motifs may have ethnic, ritual or symbolic meaning and some believe that the cloth actually has magical powers. Often times the motif or design is blurred, this is typical for Guatemalan ikat however South American and Indonesian weavers are known for creating near perfect alignment. 

Like I said, the look is very popular right now, unfortunately these are often times inexpensive printed designs instead of the in depth dyeing and weaving process. Either way, it’s a really great look! 

Gorgeous sheet set from Anthropologie

Organic Bedding

Organic or Eco-friendly bedding is becoming more and more popular. Organic bedding can be made from cotton, hemp, bamboo, jute, ramie, soy silk, nettle fiber or calico. These organic materials are 100% hypoallergenic so perfect if you have allergies. When you think of organic bedding, you may think of it as not being comfortable or decorative. I've found several different places though to purchase great, comfortable bedding that also looks great. 

The Company Store has great bedding options. All their organic bedding complies to the strict Global Organic Textile Standards.

Pottery Barn actually has a great sale going on right now. You can save up to 20% on their organic duvets. 

Ikat print is very popular right now, its EVERYWHERE! Here are some organic sheets from West Elm.