Get The TechniqueA couple of weekends ago, the Brooklyn Academy of Music hosted a souk, or open air market, showcasing some of the beautiful traditions of several diverse Muslim cultures. The upbeat music and dance, along with brightly colored handmade crafts, made for a very lively atmosphere.
There were piles and piles of beautiful beads....
And so many fabrics with such vibrant colors and patterns...
I bought some fabric for a project I have in mind. Hopefully I'll report back soon with the final product!
Look at these beautiful baskets! The Crafters here were lucky enough to actually speak with a Rwandan woman recently who has worked with Macy's to develop the Rwanda Path to Peace Collection, with exquisite hand-woven baskets similar to these. The sale of these exceptional crafts benefits the artisans who create them.
I spent quite some time trying to choose my favorite color...
and pattern!
From: Rowaida Flayhan | 6/17/09 at 1:03 pm
Very pretty and colorful stuff, the second picture with the so many fabrics and vibrant colors I think from Senegal. This souk reminded me of the market in Senegal. Love your post!
Thanks
From: Markey | 6/19/09 at 9:13 am
I'll make a deal with you, send your left over fabric to me and I will come be creative too and show you what this M can do!
From: FashionTouch | 6/30/09 at 11:36 am
So many bright colors. So beautiful!!!
From: Queen Sheba Cisse | 1/18/10 at 6:30 pm
It's great to come across this website. I appreciate
this exposure of pictures from home. It is very informative and educates many to our culture and beautiful textiles. We at QSV love this!
From: africaninafrica | 7/6/12 at 2:23 pm
indeed all senegalese baskets and prayermats etc etc - not rwanda at all
From: africaninafrica | 7/6/12 at 2:24 pm
sorry no senegalese prayermats - but fabrics from ghana etc elsewhere -