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Celina Mancurti Table Linens: My Diary of Us

Celina Mancurti Table Linens and Handscreen Printed Fabrics

A good table linen in like putting on your lipstick right before you walk out the door.  Your makeup might look great, but unless those lips are done the look isn't complete (so my mom still tells me).  It's like setting your plate at dinner, without the right linen the setting isn't complete either.  A great napkin or a beautiful table linen can take your plate of food or tablescape to the next level.  Everybody needs good linens in their kitchen and I just happened to have discovered my new favorite.  Celina Mancurti table linens and handscreen printed fabrics have me itching to add several new styles to my linen collection!

Let me introduce you to the talented Celina Mancurti.  Celina is originally from Argentina and found herself working in the textile industry printing silks for ties where she witnessed handcrafted techniques shift to computers and realized she wanted to be a part of preserving the beauty and craft of textile making.  She went on to several other jobs in the textile industry and ended up in the United States when she followed her husband here.  Celina ended up teaching textiles at a university where she couldn't shake her dream and passion of making handmade textiles.

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PostedSeptember 17, 2014
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesArtist Feature
Tagscelina mancurti, handcrafted textiles, kitchen linens, table linens, tea towels, artisans, textile maker, screen printing, fabrics, textiles, kitchen accessories
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Sundara Style

Let me introduce you to Kym Hilsher, creator of Sundara, an Indian inspired clothing and accessory line featuring unique finds and designs from India.  Not only is Kym the founder of Sundara, but she also happens to be my mom and is one amazing lady!

Sundara was founded after several trips to India that my mom made with her previous job.  She would bring back amazing hand sewn clothing and jewelry for her friends and family and realized there was a need for such unique pieces in the market.  Starting with my great-grandmother, the women in our family have always had a knack for fashion (I clearly get it honestly).  So this business came very naturally.   Her love of fashion and her passion for the artistry in India and what they were creating, led her to start Sundara.  Sundar is Hindi for beautiful and by adding a at the end, it became the feminine version of beautiful.   

Four years later, my mom is striving to do just that, make women feel beautiful by offering pieces that are special!  I can tell you first hand, that the pieces she offers are unique and stunning.  The attention to detail that India offers in their clothing and accessories blows me away every time. 

Recently Kym went back to India on one of her regular buying trips where there she works with her manufacturer and exporter to create pieces for her line as well as purchasing from other markets and artisans around the country.  Her passion for the country and the people translate through her love of the fashion and traditions that she brings back to offer us. 

Here are some behind the scenes shots at what her trip looks like when she goes!

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PostedMay 29, 2014
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesArtist Feature
Tagsfashion, Sundara, Style, India, Ethnic, Boho
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Meet Sarah Smith

A year ago I was in Round Top, Texas and met the talented and interesting, Sarah Smith.  She is a native of Minnesota, currently living in Tennessee.  She is a flea market lover, a creator, entrepreneur, and one hell of a lady if you ask me.  She is the founder of Sarah Smith Salvage Style (in this pic she sold the Smith right before I got this shot.)

Her originality is what drew me in immediately.  Everything has her style written all over it.

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PostedApril 24, 2014
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesArtist Feature
TagsSarah Smith, Salvage, flea markets, artists, creative, metal work
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1. Sweet Heat Grilled Ribs
2. Pickle Brined Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings
3. The Best Burgers
4. Sausage Dogs with Corn
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