Handwoven Hanji Lidded Box

Handwoven Hanji Lidded BoxIn ancient times, wasted paper would often be used to make household goods by using the jiseung method a centuries old technique where hand corded strips of paper are tightly woven together to form functional objects. Young Mi Park is one of the few protecting the method, using Korean handmade paper (otherwise known as hanji) to construct heritage filled, hard wearing designs such as this basket. She starts by soaking and drying the paper in the sun,

simply look underneath the etching inside the flap

These champagne flutes speak to the demands of a modern table

such as the handy spout for pouring

simply rotate the shaker – each small adjustment will reveal a window into various cocktails

is characterized by a swirling center and contrasting border

silk-screened and lacquered ashtrays

This set is hand embroidered with a bold zigzag border

it features an abstract silhouette that comprises three circles and a curved portion – ideal for serving savoury snacks and charcuterie

named Conchiglia Fossile

she passes it on to independent artists in Marseille who then hand-embroider it onto vintage French linen and cotton

This Paprika Melon Spice cotton tablecloth

a symbol of wisdom and mediator between heaven and earth