Our Chindi Rugs and Baskets. From Scraps to Splendour: The Art of Upcycled Textiles
Our Chindi Rugs and Baskets…
From Scraps to Splendour: The Art of Upcycled Textiles
Fabric scraps—discarded remnants from tailors’ workshops—find new life and purpose.
- These scraps, too small for full garments, are carefully collected.
- “Fabric rescuers.” These individuals—often women from nearby villages—visit tailors’ shops, carrying large sacks. Their mission: to salvage what others discard.
- These rescued scraps travel to the homes of skilled artisans. Here, women and men armed with needles, threads, and an innate sense of design, they begin their work.
The Magic of Imperfection:
- Unlike factory-made textiles, these upcycled creations embrace imperfection. A seam might not align perfectly, but it tells a tale of persistence.
- The colours clash and blend, mirroring life itself.
Community and Sustainability:
- This process isn’t just about textiles; it’s about community. The artisans gather, share stories, and laugh as they work.
- Sustainability weaves through every stitch. By repurposing scraps, they honour the Earth and reduce waste.
So, next time you see a vibrant rug or a woven mat, know that it carries within it the spirit of resourcefulness, creativity, and the hands that stitched it together
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Since 2014, we have been supporting the great work that the people at Berry Street do in aiding against child abuse, family violence and neglect. For each of our popular HIP rugs and mats sold, we donate $1 to the organisation to further support the excellent work they do. If you'd...
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Thank you for efficient friendly service and delivery of item
A comfortable seat for the kitchen for Pam.
Thankful for delivery also.
Happy with runner and can use both sides, looks good on my table.
So happy with our table. Looks great, well made…. and everyone loves sitting around it. Thanks to the team at Bohemio.
The team were very helpful . The sofa is perfect . Would highly recommend! All of the guests at my curly salon in Fitzroy will get to enjoy it !
I am delighted with these solidly built nest of tables. They are so well built and look fantastic!
Bonemio’s customer service is smooth and faultless too.
Recommend.
Both functional and elegant. Fits a small living room well. Beautiful mat finish. Also the top is engineered timber, rather than one big plank; very timber-efficient.
We bought dining chairs, they are so so comfortable and such good quality at a third of the price . Very happy and had fabulous service. Thank you 😍
I appreciate the understated elegance and simplicity of this piece.
I choose the lighter colour to compliment my existing decor.
I was impressed by the provenance of the material used.
Unique, bright, and a very good price for the square footage. They don't slip on my carpet, but if you are putting these on putting these on a hard surface they'd prob need some kind of rug tape
Great little table, sturdy and made solid. Was an easy transaction and the company got back to me in a timely manner.
Didnt take long to arrive to the West of WA and was wrapped so as no damage would occur.
Would recommend using this company.
