Ethnic clothing, Tribal accessories, and Local art.

In addition to our rugs and hand painted gourds, we have also gathered unique items from the surrounding countries of Uzbekistan, Turkey, and other regions of Central Asia. In this collection we have quite a variety of these items such as robes, dresses, decorative wall hangings and bed covers, fabrics, tribal jewelry, saddlebags, pillows, and cushions. They are rare and note-worthy additions to any wardrobe or home.

Ikat-Atlas: This unique fabric is made through a special process of dyeing and laying out a pattern with individual fibers before weaving it together. This process is usually done by hand and requires a great deal of precision and skill on the part of the weaver. Uzbek Ikat-Atlas is bright and lively. It is made with silk that is produced by the craftsmen themselves from their own carefully cultivated silkworm farms. This silk is what gives the final product its softness and beautiful luster. Geometrical and floral patterns of the Ikat-Atlas are becoming popular all over the world. Ikat-Atlas is a wonderful example of Uzbek craftsmanship and culture and is used in the making many other Uzbek handmade articles. We carry an expanding selection of Ikat-Atlas fabric lengths that are ideal for an eye-catching table runner or to use as you would any other fabric to make articles of clothing or pieces for your home.

Chapan Robes: This is one of the most important and distinctive elements of traditional Uzbek garb. These robes are known for their comfort, rich colors, original designs, and bold exotic patterns. They are either made of cotton fabrics and then elaborately embroidered with silk floral motifs or constructed of ikat-atlas fabric. An incredible piece of folk-art, they are appropriate for display or everyday wear.

Gourds: Local artist Kathleen Sailor has a collection of hand painted gourds on display. Using various combinations of burning, carving, oil painting and dyeing, they are each transformed into unique, one-of-a-kind creations that you just have to see once to be captivated by. They are perfect as gifts and statement pieces that you can showcase in your own home for years to come.

Suznis: These large embroidered tapestries from Uzbekistan are colorful and exciting. They are generally used as wall decorations, bed covers or throws. Their colors are diverse and bright with hand embroidered designs that are highly geometrical and showcase floral elements such as rosettes, wreaths, and leaves. Grid layouts are highly common. They were originally used as wedding gifts and are quite durable, made with cotton fabric as the base, the detailed embroidery is done completely by hand with silk threads. These quality home textiles and statement pieces are rare finds.