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Sometimes the smallest changes can make the biggest difference. As we begin to see glimpses of summer, we can feel reinvigorated just by knowing that warmer days are right around the corner. Now is the perfect time to elevate our state of mind and infuse positivity, color, and light into every corner of our home, for that which we see, we also absorb internally. This year open up your home to inspiring and unique designs. Transform your interiors by adding pops of color and gently woven textiles. Use these items on a daily basis, build memories with your loved ones, and treasure them for years to come.

For the Bathroom: Sabahar Tana Ethiopian Towel Handmade in Ethiopia using an interlocking warp and weft technique for durability, designer Sabahar has spun, washed, dyed, and woven every towel with special care and skill. The striped pattern is reflective of the contemporary Ethiopian design. Measures 38” x 62”, using 100% locally sourced eco-friendly cotton and dyed with AZO-free color.

For the Kitchen: VERVE CULTURE Turn your kitchen into the most visited room in your home with artisan tools and tastes that can create memorable experiences with friends and family. The brand’s concept is about culture exploration and is not product specific. Shop from Mexico and Thailand collections for iconic items and traditional tastes.

Dance Hall Queen Salt and Pepper Shaker Set

Baughaus’ salt and pepper shakers are a nod to the dance hall queens of Jamaica. Handmade using porcelain and 18k gold. Only food-safe glazes are used. With free shipping throughout the US, 54kibo’s home decor collection includes contemporary African design pieces for the home that are handmade and one-of-a-kind.

For the Living Room: TEEMA BLANKETS

Nothing cozies up your living space like an incredibly soft blanket. Teema offers a quality twist on the traditional blanket with flat woven Turkish textiles. All blankets are made by independent generational weavers in small mountain towns located in western Turkey. Drape this beautiful authentic blanket over any piece of furniture and watch the room come to life.

Gabi Ethiopian Throw Blanket

Wrap yourself in lightweight luxury on a chilled summer night. Sabahar throws elegantly evoke traditional Ethiopian geometric textile designs while maintaining a contemporary and minimalist aesthetic, subtly contrasting twocolor combinations on each throw blanket. This lightweight intricately woven cotton throw is skillfully hand-spun and loomed by local artisans in Ethiopia.

Wewe Blue Pillow

100% cotton cover with 100% duck feather inner. Velvet backing. Bring a splash of blue and a dash of character to your interior with this lush banana leaf print design. Reminiscent of the Aburi Botanical Gardens in Ghana, this nature-inspired print will give your interior a dose of summer all year round and will add a pop of color to any sofa or loveseat.

For the Home Office: Eggtronic Wireless Charger Uncomplicate your life with cables and reach for the wireless charger that also beautifies your space. Simply set your phone on the stone for fast, 10-watt charging capabilities. The simple elegance of genuine stone meets smart technology. Made with real stone: black marble, white marble and travertine options available.

Diani Natural Basket

A healthy world starts at home, and no company understands this better than Sea Witch Botanicals. Purify your space with all-natural incense. For those who love a smoky, sensual mystique in the room, incense varieties are just as clean burning. They feature charcoal and nonGMO essential oils. Presenting a complete line of all-natural, essential oil-based, air-purifying incense that won’t cause migraines. An elegant storage solution. Handwoven in Kenya, this natural fiber basket is made from locally sourced sisal and can be used as a beautiful and functional accent piece in any room of the home for storage, but also light enough to transport, making it a great accessory for a day at the beach. Measures 15” x 15”, using natural

For the Bedroom: Sea Witch Botanicals

fibers and tan leather rim and handles.

For the Entrance Way: Kazi

Feel right at home soon as you walk through the door with home décor from Kazi. The company is on a mission to create the world’s most beautiful home décor, handmade for you by master craftsmen in rural Africa. Not only does Kazi add life to your space but it empowers artisans to weave a better story for themselves.