Akwete of a Different Kind – Old Meets New

This handwoven collection of tapestries, table mats and runners is inspired by the traditional Igbo weaving techniques of the women from Akwete in the eastern part of Nigeria. Akwete textiles are traditionally woven with cotton blended thread or polyester for wearable textiles. This collection fuses woven water hyacinth (a renewable natural resource and invasive aquatic weed) with contemporary Akwete inspired motifs and patterns using fish twine for use as home decor.