The Gift Edit Part 3: Ana Lisa Hedstrom + Sculpture Space New York

We're delighted to present our latest holiday gift guide for some last minute shopping. Given our love of textiles and all things ceramics, we're proud to the present the gift picks from amazing artists working in these areas: Ana Lisa Hedstrom, Andrew Kennedy and Magda Dejose of Sculpture Space NYC. 

We love to showcase beautiful textiles from international as well as local artisans in Vuela Boutique, so we couldn't be more excited to feature the renowned textile artist and educator, Ana Lisa Hedstrom. Based in Northern Cal, she has made amazing contributions to the field of contemporary shibori textiles. Featuring her innovative use of colors and patterns, Ana Lisa’s signature shibori textiles are included in the collections of the Cooper Hewitt, The Museum of Art and Design, the De Young Museum, the Oakland Museum, and the Racine Museum. 

Her work has been exhibited and published inter-nationally along with receiving two NES grants and is a fellow of The American Craft Council. She has completed public art commissions for the Emeryville Ca. city hall and the American Embassy in Brunei.  She is committed to education in her craft, as she has taught and lectured at SF State University , CCA , and numerous international conferences and summer art programs.  Ana Lisa's picks feature her love of fabric and graphic patterns as well as her background in ceramics.

Ana Lisa Hedstrom / "Lexicon" Resist Dyed Silk

Osei Duro Aburi Dress and Arca Jacket / Micaela Greg Spectrum Scarf / Tina Marie Ceramics

"I have been a textile dyer for over 30 years…and I love color and pattern! Before I became a “textilian” I studied ceramics and still can’t resist collecting pottery everywhere I travel. It is so easy to travel to Vuela Boutique! I love Tina Marie’s matte blue/green glaze on her bowl and pitcher. So simple and satisfying. Of course, I perused all the textiles on the site and was struck with the strong geometric patterns on Micaela Grey’s Spectrum Scarf. I can’t wait to see what arrives for Spring!"-Ana Lisa Hedstrom

Ana Lisa's Work via

I had the pleasure of visiting Romy's studio located in Sculpture Space NYC this fall. We have such a weakness for ceramics and thrilled to feature the founders of this wonderful space in New York. 

Since 2011 Andrew Kennedy and Magda Dejose have worked collaboratively on a variety of projects and founded Sculpture Space NYC in 2014.  The facility is a ceramics and sculpture center designed to foster creativity, concept and collaboration for artists and designers.  Sculpture Space NYC was designed and built by Andrew Kennedy. He studied painting at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, worked as an assistant at Richard Artschwager Studio and has been showing his work in New York and abroad. Magda Dejose is an American artist (born in Brazil) living and working in New York City. She has shown her artwork in Japan, Brazil, USA, Canada, Mexico, Portugal, and China. Andrew and Magda's have curated gift ideas highlighting the range of home wares we offer from ceramics to wooden objects.

 

Yoko Ozawa tea pot I Silvia Song wooden bowl I Tina Marie pourer I Romy Northover cups

Scuplture Space NYC provides space, equipment, advanced education, and opportunities for studio members to expand and develop their work. SSNYC's aesthetic is based on the principle that any element in the studio, as furniture, objects, and room’s layout, should be primarily based upon its intended function or purpose.

Sculpture Space NYC

And for other gift ideas, please check out our Holiday Gift Guide Series: Part 1 and Part 2

Photos of textiles and studio space courtesy of artists. 

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Thank you so much Ana Lisa, Andrew and Magda for participating in our holiday gift guide! We're happy and humbled to share your stories of passion and contribution to your craft and the community. And of course, we really appreciate your help in curating gifts from our shop this holiday season! 

New Collaborations: Love Lynsey and Katrin Reifeiss

We're delighted to present two beautiful collaborations with amazing local designers and makers featuring the use of textiles and wood. They're beautiful designs a wonderful as a treat for yourself or holiday gift giving. We're  happy to showcase the hand-dyed textiles by Brooklyn-based Katrin Reifeiss.

Given our love for neutrals, she used a grey tone to form a lovely pattern for the versatile Moyen pouch she created exclusively for our shop. With a love for travel and colors, Katrin hand-dyes and crafts her textiles goods specializing in Japanese Shibori. She is also a painter and an instructor at the Textile Arts Center in Brooklyn.

We love the modern vessel using the natural material of wood crafted by Utah-based woodworker Lynsey Schlegel of Love Lynsey. Featuring a simple shape and the beautiful detail of copper, our special collaboration maple bowl is an instant favorite!

Originally from Arizona, Lynsey attended Arizona State University and has a BS in Industrial Design. Lynsey developed her passion for building, manipulating materials and creating dimensional spaces while working as a display artist. She has taken her collective experience in design and display to form her own unique style and point of view to craft homewares and furniture in Salt Lake City. Lynsey's aesthetic is inspired by contrasts and the manipulation of honest materials to create a refined and modern result with a touch of the unexpected. 

Summer Edit: Vuela Goods with Photography by Lydia & Emlie

We're so thrilled to present these amazing images of our fave pieces from our shop this season. These amazing photos are taken by the talented Minneapolis-based sisters Lydia and Emilie. They love to capture beauty, emotion and life through the lenses. And yes indeed! They've beautifully captured our essential goods for use in life whether at home or out and about.

Shop Vuela goods: Trollhagen & Co Creamer / Studio Joo Bowl / The Things We Keep Kitchen Towel / Bohemia Design Hammam Towel / First Rite Dani Tank

Styling and photography: Lydia & Emilie

Treasured find from LA: Designs by WKDNLA

We love to showcase undiscovered gems from around the world, so I'm super excited to discover and introduce pieces from local LA-based line WKNDLA.  A fellow Angeleno, Cindy Hsu Zell is the designer and maker of this amazing line of wall hangings and jewelry. WKNDLA (she pronounces it "Weekend L.A.") is named after her favorite time and place, combined with a minimalist mindset. She combines clean sculptural lines with different elements of textures and materials (wood, brass, natural fibers) to create beautiful minimalist, yet statement making pieces to adorn you or your home. An instant favorite in our shop, we're thrilled to introduce her wall hangings and necklaces. 

Product photos from WKNDLA
Model: Jen Szeto of Instagram: @windowofimagination

Fresh Arrivals: Accessories for You and Your Home

We love introducing under the radar lines from abroad. We love Dutch design and delighted to introduce the beautiful watches by Amsterdam-based Cluse watches. And we love the versatility and beauty of these hammam towels from UK-based Bohemia Design. They're great for home, beach, picnic, used as a shawl and an ideal companion for this travel season.

Shop Vuela New Arrivals

Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Mother's Day is around the corner and we have pretty finds for your special lady. Just in time for Mother's Day, enjoy 15% OFF all orders with code: LUVSPRING . Whether it's jewelry, home goods or accessories, here are some of our fresh picks for moms:

Shop Vuela:

Bookhou Tote and storage box / Naoko Ogawa Necklace / Tarin Thomas Earrings / Kuppers & Wuytens Bag / Ma Poesie Scarf / Studio Joo ceramic vessel

Textile Love: New Scarves from Ma Poesie

I featured Paris-based accessories line Ma Poesie on this blog a while back, so we couldn't be more excited to be adding this undiscovered gem to our shop. Designed and founded by Elsa Poux, her line of scarves and stationary features unique composition of colors and pattern inspired by different cultures, nature and the arts. I'm always excited to see the prints and color combinations she designs for her collection each season.  These lightweight breezy scarves from her spring/summer collection are the perfect accent for a pop of pretty color this season.

Shop Ma Poesie Scarves

Tapestry Weaving by Maryanne Moodie

We're so proud to present our latest collaboration with the sweet and amazing textile artist and weaver Maryanne Moodie. Inspired by my home state of California's desert landscape, the pieces combine a beautiful neutral palette and desert tones with gorgeous textures.  Hailing from Australia and currently based in Brooklyn, Maryanne divides her time between crafting beautiful weavings, developing beginners weaving kits and teaching workshops around the world. She has created these stunning wall hangings or woven tapestries exclusive to our shop - treasured additions to any space.

Shop Maryanne Moodie's Weavings

New Arrivals: Textiles by Nancy Straughan

As our collection of home goods continues to grow, I'm always on a hunt for beautiful textiles. We're excited to introduce the textile goods by London-based Nancy Straughan! Established in 2013, Nancy creates her own unique range of organic printed fabrics and turns them into functional beauties as personal or home accessories. Each pattern is printed using eco-friendly inks onto ethically sourced textiles.   And every single product is made in England. Beyond trends, inspired by Scandinavian motifs and nature, each print and product is created thoughtfully to last for years to come. Love all the pieces in Vuela! Whether Nancy Straughan tea towels, pillow covers, or pouches, they're ideal gifts for all the holiday festivities.

Studio Visit: Niki Tsukamoto of Lookout & Wonderland

It's always a treat to go home to LA to hangout with family and friends. And of course it also gives me a chance to visit some of our local designers based in this great city of ours (ok I'm a lil' bias!). So I was thrilled to visit the new Chinatown studio of fiber artist/maker Niki Tsukamoto of Lookout & Wonderland and see all the indigo goodness she's crafted.

This is my second visit with this talented lady, and I'm always inspired by her passion and enthusiasm for the beautiful craft of Shibori, fiber art and everything else she does (vintage shopping!). Plus Niki radiates such warmth and creative spirit that it's always fun and easy to chat with her about the craft, life and everything in between. Whether it's sourcing textiles/dyes or incorporating different methods (weaving!), Niki shared her insights and thoughtful approach to design and craftsmanship of her beautiful handmade product line. As a tactile person myself, it was great to feel the various textiles in terms of weight and texture and I couldn't stop touching that amazing wool/alpaca yarn in the basket! Whether stirring the indigo dye vat or untying the newly dyed pieces, you can appreciate the materials, process and small details in the creation of such beautiful textiles for daily life. Stay tune for new pieces from Lookout & Wonderland in Vuela.

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Thank you so much Niki for welcoming me into your studio...it's always a pleasure to hang out with ya!