Maiwa Handprints
6 - 1666 Johnston Street · Vancouver B.C., V6H 3S2
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Phone: 604-669-3939
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Maiwa Est. 1986 in Vancouver, Canada by Charllotte Kwon supports traditional craft through an ethical business model. We support the production of hand embroidered, block-printed, handwoven, and naturally dyed textiles throughout a number of countries. The staff of the Maiwa retail store ensure that the purchasing public knows about the culture of the artifacts, the co-operative, and the living conditions of the artisans.Shopping District
Granville Island
Imagine an island in the middle of a city. See? You’re already curious. Now picture a place moulded by a fascinating history, buzzing with a colourful artistic community. A living, breathing urban oasis filled with fine waterfront restaurants, theatres, galleries, studios, unique shops, cafes and the most spectacular fresh food market you’ve ever seen. Add a vibrant and diverse mix of people...
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SPRING SALE of Perfectly Imperfect Pieces happening this Thursday at the shop on Granville Island! We're bringing in lots of special pieces that have small flaws or dye imperfections. On sale for a...
about 5 years ago
This work come from the skilled hands of the women in the tribal community called Dhabria Rabari of the Kachchh desert in Gujarat, India. Embroidery is a unique expression of the embroiderer — no 2...
about 5 years ago
When complex pattern gets partnered with simple black & white you get a striking bold & contemporary textile. These are new prints to the shop & on-line all 100% organic cotton and masterfully hand...
about 5 years ago
New to the shop, heavy weight organic cotton in natural indigo and block print. Follow the link in our bio to see the whole collection. Available on-line, at Maiwa Supply & Maiwa East.
about 5 years ago
Osage, weld, chamomile and safflower - in celebration of yellows (and sometimes pink! In safflower’s case). Just a friendly reminder that our larger sizes of natural dyes are priced at wholesale ra...
about 5 years ago
Our SALE continues all weekend at Maiwa and Maiwa Supply. 20% off everything in the shops on Granville island. Great time to stock up al your supplies for your next creative project! Dyes, paints, ...
about 5 years ago
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