Soft Blues

Part of the Iemanja collection, this hand-painted, orchids, navy blue fabric features hand-painted orchids, stars, leaves. Yemanjá - goddess of the ocean, salt water, and motherhood. Every New Year's eve in Brazil, I would go to the beach and make an offering to Yemanja. It is one of the things I miss the most about spending the holidays in the US: not going to the beach on New Year's eve for the traditional celebrations. When I sat down to paint this collection, I wanted to create something that would be my own offering to the goddess, since I can't go to the ocean and throw my flowers in. I chose blues and creams, representing the ocean, the sand and some pops of dusty rose (later I created other colorways too). I picked orchids and wildflowers, seashells, and stars as my homage. And then I chose to arrange these elements into patterns that evoke May Morris (William Morris' daughter). When I see those prints, I immediately think of flowy dresses by the beach and gratitude for Yemanja.

Picture yourself on a starlit beach, where the midnight ocean whispers secrets to the moonlit sky. 'Orchids and Stars Hand-Painted Ocean Midnight' captures this dreamy scene with soft, sweeping brushstrokes. Deep ocean midnight meets creamy accents, creating a dance between darkness and light. The orchids float like delicate whispers, each petal telling a story of timeless elegance and nostalgia. The stars twinkle with a touch of whimsy, inviting you to dream and reminisce. It's like a cherished memory, soft and serene, wrapped in the gentle embrace of night. This pattern feels like a quiet evening spent gazing at the stars, where every glance offers comfort and a hint of magic. Imagine crafting something that holds this tranquility, a piece of art that brings a little bit of the night sky's mystery into your world. It's not just a design; it's a moment captured in time, waiting to be shared in your creations.