I’ve always been drawn to textiles that have a handcrafted and authentic feel and these mud cloth designs are just up my street. They have an ethnic feel and at the same time embody that modern tribal aesthetic which is so on trend at the moment. These textiles are handmade in Mali and traditionally created by dying cotton with fermented mud. It’s quite a process! (You can read more about mud cloth history over on Design Sponge.)
I love how this traditional cloth is being appreciated in our modern world. One reason being because their graphic patterns and lines fit in well with so many other looks whether it’s a Scandi style home or a bohemian hipster cafe.
These graphic tribal cushions also work beautifully with Moroccan Beni Ourain rugs.
To get your hands on some mud cloth cushions locally, hop over to So Fine which is a brand new online store.
Image credits: 1. Amber Interiors | 2. Photo by Brooke Holm via The Design Files | 3 & 5. H&M | 4. Design Sponge | 6. Sarah Sherman Samuel |7. Sarah Sherman Samuel | 8. Kitka | 9. The Style Eater
Please note: All links are correct at the time of posting but may be removed if no longer valid.
Casey
22 September
I am totally head over heels for mud cloth currently. Any tips on where to buy this in Cape Town? Thanks for the post. Stunning images and ideas
Lana
22 September
Hi Casey
So am I! You can take a look at So Fine…
http://so-fine.shopstar.co.za/
Casey
22 September
Thanks for the tip, this has made my day 🙂
Catht
6 September
Please tell me where I can purchase the mud cloth cushions you advertised
Lana
9 September
Hi Cathy, it looks like this store has possibly closed?
You can try and contact them via their Instagram account… https://www.instagram.com/sofine_goods/