Handmade Global Goods at an Affordable

Handmade Global Goods at an Affordable If you haven't had the chance to visit Table Tonic yet, DO! As a former Creative Director of several well known magazines, Australian, Louise Bell knows all about style and can bring/ship it to you at an affordable price.
The online store is full of handmade and vintage global goods. Purchasing a few items, like the handmade Morroccan Pouffes or the hand stitched Indian Kantha Quilt, will make you look like you're a jetsetter with an eye for fabulous decor.
In addition to her online boutique, Louise has a great blog that is definitely worth visiting often. Oh, and if you're wondering if she ships outside of Australia, the answer is YES. Shipping is available to USA, Canada, Asia, New Zealand and the UK.
Bamileke Feather Juju Hat

Hand Woven Ikat Cushions
Hand Stitched Indian Kantha Quilt
Bamileke Feather Juju Hat
Handmade Moroccan Pouffe (this one is my fave)
Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket
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Moroccan wedding blankets~a happy indulgence

A tinkly jingly spangled wedding blanket, vintage, from the Atlas Mountains. 

Hand loomed wool~a heavy warmth that the Berber's created to keep warm on those cold desert nights.

Trillions Lots of hand sewn sequins, that tinkle and make magical noise whenever the blanket is moved.  A beautiful sound.

These blankets have special talismanic powers woven into the threads, to protect the bride and groom.  I thought that was appropriate. 

This particular one that sung to me has found it's home on our guest room bed, as a bedscarf.

And look, quite a Nick Bantock effect when you throw vintage postcards on top-Best regards, George 1914

George was in Pompeii, in 1914.  I love that stuff.

If you would love one of these scrumptious blankets for yourself, or a loved one to give as a Holiday gift...then please visit Maryam at My Marrakesh, or email maryam@mtds.com for more information.  I promise you this, it is more than an investment, it is a treasure. 

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MOROCCAN WEDDING BLANKETS

MOROCCAN WEDDING BLANKETS have the same ring to it. Does it? How are you darlings?!?! I am so sorry I was absent yesterday. Call the truancy officer. I will never do it to you guys again. I missed you all so much. It was a whirlwind of a weekend, but we have finally arrived at our final destination for good. A couple of things. 1. The boy graduated from law school this weekend with top honors. I could not be more proud. Seriously. 2. We finally packed up our last things (and were forced to leave some) last night and headed home to our new home for good. Richmond. 3. How in the hell is Blogfest going? I feel so out of the loop. I hope all of you are having a FAB time! Let's get to it. 

So remember my master bedroom debacle? I had three aesthetics that I was toying around with, but I have finally arrived on the winner. You all have already been clued in on the plan for the headboard. I have decided to go the route of understated glam in our bedroom. I want all whites, creams, golds and silvers. Anything glitz, glam and metallic. Really.  I want to keep the bedding simplistic and versatile with go to staples but also add an accessory with a twist. What might that be? The Moroccan Wedding Blanket. It is non-negotiable. It is happening. I love the pattern, texture and old world feel it brings to a space. It is so whimsical and brings such a special feel to anything it touches. For purposes of ease, I shall name it the MWB (Moroccan Wedding Blanket). But in effort to not be as annoying as Rachel Ray, I will not repeat the actual meaning of the acronym every time I mention the acronym. Promise. 

Look at this amazing boho glam space. I love the mixture of whites,creams and metal. The bedding is everything I am going for. Look how gorg that blanket is. You cannot deny. 

{decor pad}

Another beautiful MWB at play here. It is such a subtle accessory but doesn't it add so much character here? Loving all of the animal print/fur at play here. For serious. 

{bit o honey}

Ahhhnn. None other than the fabulous JA at play here. Shocker. Another gorgeous MWB I shall steal. This one happens to bring a little more brown into the room but is nonetheless fabulous. Who is loving that leopard print bench? I could use it as a mock fainting couch. I am such an improviser. 

The Parker Palm Springs by Jonathan Adler

Lovely space. Lovely florals. Lovely Moroccan. It is the perfect compliment to this feminine space. Instead of using this as an accent at the end of the bed, they used it on the ENTIRE bed. Too much? Never. 

{decor pad}

I have to say. This MWB seen here, may be my very favorite. If anyone has seen ANYTHING like this...I mean ANYTHING, please let me know. It would be treated as an emergency. 

{Lonny}

Lovely MWB on a daybed. 

{Lonny}

What a fun, bright and eclectic space. Obviously a musician resides here. A very stylish one. I am pained that a guitar and a plate of apricots are covering up that glamorous MWB. Shame on them. 

{pinterest}

Another fabulously feminine space. Another fabulous MWB. Is anyone else loving that chinoiserie wallpaper as much as I am? The Asian details are killing it. 

{luuux}

Gorgeous neutral space glammed up with a MWB.

{laviva home}

So do you see what I am talking about? I cannot resist. Cannot. I have a few that I have my eyes on. One in particular from my girl crush Amber Lewis from Amber Lewis Design. Obsessed with her. Need this piece from her collection once I have $395 bones sitting around. I might die without it. 

Moroccan Wedding Blanket 2

Some other fabulous pieces that I have my greedy eyes on are these awesome vintage MWB's by Red Thread Souk. It is an awesome store that has amazing exotic carpets, blankets and home decor. My new obsession. 

Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket

Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket

Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket

Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket

Needless to say, it is going to make our master bedroom perfect. So if I don't get one soon, I may very well tantrum. Sigh. Love you loves! I will never leave you again!

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