Featuring a mama and baby bear in Finnish folkloric fashion, this fabric portrays love and protection. Called Karhuemo (Mother Bear), this design by Aino-Maija Metsola is based on a sketch she made from Marimekko's 70th anniversary in 2021. Here, it's featured in two shades of greige (a mix of grey and beige) on Marimekko fabric made from Panama cotton. The fabric feels slightly thicker than standard Marimekko cotton fabrics with a more canvas-like feel that that mimics the construction and durable texture of the Panama hat. It could be used to make clothing or home accessories such as wall hangings and curtains. The textile art would also create a beautiful wall hanging when stretched over canvas.
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This Marimekko fabric is sold by the repeat. Enter desired quantity of repeats in the Repeats box. If you order multiple repeats, they will remain intact.
The bold, effusive prints and textiles of Marimekko are the first to come to mind for many when thinking about Finnish design. Founded in 1951 by Finnish couple Viljo and Armi Ratia, the name Marimekko translated literally means "Mary-dress." Marimekko’s impact reaches beyo... More Marimekko
A graphic designer and illustrator, Aino-Maija Metsola lives in the city of Helsinki but loves to venture out into the forests and countryside’s to get inspiration for her unique patterns. Metsola holds herself to a high-standard and is never content with a design that is not complete, so s... More Aino-Maija Metsola
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