i don’t think it’s any secret that i have a special affinity for kitchen textiles, so they are an obvious gift choice for me during the holidays. i love having pretty things around in my cooking area, and feel extra special when i’m wearing a beautiful apron. so, here are a few of my favorite kitchen gift ideas!

aprons

julia vol. 1 – $42 | reversible linen apron – £36.00 | watering can apron – $30

tea towels

tea towel calendar – $30 | moose tea towel - $18 | be happy tea towel – $16

oven mitts

resourced fabric oven mitts – $26 | yellow geometric oven mitt – $18 | church flowers oven mitt – $14

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quilts, streamers and coasters, oh my!  carrie strine’s work makes me want to have a party, or at least dress my house with some of her beautiful textiles.  every piece is made by hand from wall hangings to pillows and the colors are so fresh and surprising. make sure to visit her fabulous blog (seriously, i’ve looked at every.page.). xoxo!

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the lovely artist candy glendening is a textile artist who works exclusively with fabric she dyes herself.  the outcome? beautifully colored quilts, journals, scarves, bags, art and more!  you can read her inspirations on her blog, browse her shop and simply drool over her gallery. please join me in welcoming, candied fabrics!

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lately, i’ve been completely loving i am dorkas! marianna dorkas jamadi is a “finnish, indonesian, california born, brooklyn based, world bound, creative creature of anything but habit.”  that, i’ll agree with! her collaborative work with her mother on textiles and portuguese beau on jewelry have brought out influences from all over the world and into her stunning creations.

working with her mom on kitchen textiles has resulted in these stunning napkins, aprons and tea towels.  i love to see a family come together to create, and this collaborative, cultural adventure is a definite must see!

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