Wednesday, December 9, 2009

beautiful(chilean)things.

Kipu fine handcraft store in Valparaiso, Chile is full
of woven perfection. The sweetest store.


amazing.
This poncho was perfection and completely got me in the mood.
The chilean mood.
I quickly became obsessed with these delicate little notions
woven from horsehair. I love them.
Here, a butterfly.
The figurines and animals were so sweet, yet way too pricey for
this girl. He is so intricate and dainty!
Don't you just want to squeeze him?

Click here to read more about the 'Crin' horsehair craft and the
cultural background of the craft
which has been practiced for 200 years by the women
Pretty cool stuff. I'm glad I was obsessed!
To buy some amazing Crin craft online, look here.
Or, here.

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