silk heart stationery
I had a stockpile of plant dyed silk scraps that I thought would breathe new life into some older stationery designs that I never really...
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back to basics: potholders
these woven cotton potholders were a market exclusive this past holiday season. so many people shared with me they made these as a kid!...
swatch book
a few colors I created over the last two years. foraged plants, kitchen scraps and ancient extracts. which is your favorite? I started...
market exclusive: table runners
raw silk dyed with plants, exclusive to the November - December 2021 markets hand sewn in the following sizes: 12” x 48” 14” x 72” 14” x...
recently: autumn to winter
new one of a kind pieces, swatch experiments & views
goldenrod
fields full of blooms to mark the intersection of summer & autumn. intricate star-like flower clusters. incredible, bright yellows &...
foraging part ii
last week, we foraged for and dyed using grape leaves. this post details how to layer other natural colors over the grape leaf dyed...
summer collection now available
I have been busy curating a collection of summer silks. each pattern has been drafted and cut by hand, then tweaked and perfected while...
foraging part i
I thought I would do a series of foraging and dyeing posts. it's a great summer activity and is kid friendly. part i: grape leaves!...
moon magic
who says a silk robe is only for throwing on over your pajamas? embrace the cool summer nights, gentle breeze & soak up the moon magic in...
the making of: 'daffodil vellum & gold'
creating the 'daffodil' card from the 'vellum & gold' collection in pictures.
natural neutrals: exploring undertones
do you appreciate the fluorescent shades emerging during spring's awakening, but gravitate towards the neutrals in your closet? you're...
how and when to wear a silk robe
a silk robe isn't just for throwing on in the morning while you drink your coffee (though that is one option!), here is a compilation of...
garden reflections
nature asks that you are present. focus on the birdsongs, the pollen collecting on the petals, dewdrops reflecting sunlight. I'm...
connecting with nature through your clothing
nature possesses an incredible gift. spending only minutes in the sun can uplift your mood and turn around your entire day. wake up...
planted pigments: a reintroduction
planted pigments was born out of decades of love for plants, color and art. when Mallorey was little, she created ‘potions’ with flowers...
the making of: 'strawberry' vellum & gold
next on the 'making of' series is the 'strawberry' card from the 'vellum & gold' collection. the vellum & gold collection includes...
unlocking color potential
the key to unlocking the full potential of your natural color palette lies in the pH. we'll explore acid and alkaline interactions with...
the grapevine: a versatile material
using locally foraged finds whenever I'm able is a priority for my work. luckily, my yard is full of dye materials. we have feet of...
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