This summer, I discovered a great source for natural fiber clothing and instantly fell in love with the designs and styles offered by One Room Fibers. Shauna Shiff designs, sews and dyes everything she sells in her Etsy shop and at regional art shows. As I was envisioning my new series of posts, WanderShop, I […]
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Hmong Batik Technique
During a recent visit to Luang Prabang, Laos, I had the opportunity to take a couple classes at Ock Pop Tok‘s Living Crafts Centre. Meaning “East Meets West,” Ock Pop Tok’s philosophy is to “empower women through their traditional skills, a well as promoting the beauty of Laotian textiles across the globe.” They do that […]
Weaving Wonderland: Ock Pop Tok in Luang Prabang, Laos
Last month, after a lot of anticipation, I arrived at Ock Pop Tok. Having just discovered them in September, I was excited to explore a WanderShopper’s dream place to learn, create, shop, stay and eat in Luang Prabang. Founded in 2000, Ock Pop Tok was created by two friends – a local weaver and a […]