The Mai™ Collection of durable baskets and boxes is handmade from double-woven bamboo skin and bulrush and lined with luxurious Thai silk (known as “mai” in Thai) or removable, washable cotton. Mai™ pieces are available in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes. See more pieces from the Mai™ Collection, which offers a wide selection of pieces that are perfect ...Continue Reading
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Tradition Refined
Posted on January 7th, 2012 in Blog
Hand-carved, reclaimed teakwood panels and antique teakwood cart wheels are just some of the exquisite cultural artifacts we carry, pieces that age and wear have transformed into art. Part of our extensive home decor collection, these pieces reflect the tradition, design skills and quality local materials combined to solve everyday transportation, construction and domestic necessities throughout ...Continue Reading
Twilight in a Thai Village
As part of our regular buying trips to Thailand, Duang and I immerse ourselves in the customs and communities from which the products in our store originate. We are sitting on the deck of our rented house, over the rice terraces in a mountain valley north of Chiang Mai. At 6 pm sharp, we hear an abrupt thump as ...Continue Reading
Hmong Handbags: Fashion Must-Have
Posted on July 13th, 2010 in Blog
There is a great blog post over at coco+kelley on Hmong bags. It’s a really interesting bit on the history of the Hmong people and how their intricate and stunning designs, which have been passed down through many generations, have made their way into modern fashion. We carry a wide variety of authentic Hmong bags ...Continue Reading
Vote Big Grass!
Posted on March 23rd, 2009 in Blog
We would like to thank all of those who voted for Big Grass in the Current Best of San Antonio awards. We would also like to ask you to take a moment to vote for us in the 2009 Express News Readers’ Choice Awards. Every vote cast is entered to win one of ten $50 ...Continue Reading
