The Metropoli Tea Towel set features both the Metopoli and Puistotie prints by Marimekko designers Hanna-Kaisa Korolainen and Paavo Halonen. Metropoli, meaning “Metropolis” and Puistotie, meaning “Parkway” in Finnish, are both printed as representations of Finnish city life. Designed in 2011 as a celebration of Helsinki being named World Design Capital 2012, these tea towels can be used as to clean up spills, dry dishes, decorate your dining room, or as kitchen accents.
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