Tapestry
Exploring the colors, crafts, and cultures behind the world's handmade traditions
The Metal Can Look Like Gold,Works Like Silver, and Feels like Iron. Inside the workshops of Istanbul and Izmir, artisans are casting something extraordinary — and most of the world has no idea what it's called. In a narrow workshop...
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The Art of Jewelry Layering and the Rules Worth Breaking Somewhere along the way, someone told you to...
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Discover the fusion of culture and sustainability in the world of fashion with our latest exploration into artisan-made...
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India’s jewelry tradition is rich and vast. But perhaps the most famous characteristic of Indian jewelry is the...
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Traditions, symbolism & heritage
Colors
The meaning of hue in adornment
Craft & making
Techniques & the human story
Handmade jewelry
Stories behind what you wear
Let’s face it, office wear can be stuffy, dull, and conventional. Adding jewelry is always a great way...
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Do you know someone who has a penchant for throwing parties? These goodies are sleek, modern, and cut...
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If you’re looking to decorate, you could opt for something more traditional; posters, photos, etc. But if you...
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Turquoise is one of the oldest gemstones in human history: archaeologists have discovered turquoise jewelry that dates as...
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Turquoise may not sparkle like diamonds or glow like amber. And yet, this opaque blue stone has been...
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Many of us have someone in our lives we can share our worries with, someone who is willing...
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The needs of a traveler are special and unique. Between cramped seats, long plane rides, and living out...
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Plants and nuts and seeds, oh my! Who knew mother nature’s bounty could create such cute and wearable...
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On Cultural Elements, we’ve talked extensively about the different fabrics that come from around the world. And if...
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Dressing for the summer heat doesn’t mean you have to forego an ethical wardrobe. Check out these five...
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With its rich purple color and sparkling crystal formations, there’s no stone that quite matches the majesty of...
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Buying fair trade is a great way to be a more ethical consumer. But you might want to...
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Wedding season isn’t over yet! For those still making their way through all the Save-the-Date cards and hotel...
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A change in season means…a change in wardrobe! Autumn is the time to trade in your sunhat and...
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You don’t have to be a scientist to appreciate petrified wood. A geological wonder, petrified wood looks like...
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Not all silver is created equal, and when shopping for jewelry, it’s easy to get confused by all...
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Don’t get us wrong: we love a good poster. Posters are lightweight, inexpensive, and easy to install. But...
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When it comes to gift-giving, some people are just little more challenging than others. Do you know someone...
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When it comes to gift-giving, some people are just little more challenging than others. We all have at...
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This season, stay snug, cozy, and stylish with a super warm wrap. Check out these artisanal scarves and...
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