How are African textiles woven and patterns made? African textiles are woven or made from one or another material, or a combination, of fibers such as: cotton, raffia, flax, silk, wool, roots, vines, bark or brass amongst others. Some of these textiles are made on looms. "Cloth" that is not woven, but cured, like suede […]
Preserving Nature By Providing Sustainable Design Solutions
TribalNow started as a blog in 2015, to explore our love of African art, life and style. Curated by Fiona Simmons, design enthusiast, nature lover and traveller.
TribalNow offers unique design solutions for anyone looking for distinctive artistic inspiration, or to create a meaningful environment within your home or workspace, while supporting our drive to preserve nature and enjoy great design.
Recycling and reuse is an important part of our ethos. With 80% of our stock we aim to minimise the future impact on timber and resources, by prolonging the life of our beautiful preloved items for you. Unusual ceramics and quirky retro pieces feature with African art for a more universal appreciation of design.
Recycling and reuse is an important part of our ethos. With 80% of our stock we aim to minimise the future impact on timber and resources, by prolonging the life of our beautiful preloved items for you. Unusual ceramics and quirky retro pieces feature with African art for a more universal appreciation of design.
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The beauty, sophistication and finesse of raffia cloths, touch many. This virtual show reveals some of these extraordinary fabrics, woven from raffia by men and decorated with infinite skill, by women, of the Democratic republic of Congo.