The Mombasa region of Africa sits on the coast of the Indian Ocean and is known for its white sand beaches and clear blue water. This colorway is very tranquil and evokes the feeling of warm tropical water and white sand.
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This pattern was inspired by the art of punched tin used in lamps.
Masai Beads Mombasa
The Masai people are known for their intricate beadwork which crafted into jewelry.
Masai Weapons Mombasa
The Masai warriors use weapons made from elaborately decorated hardened sticks called rungu. They are used when battling lions. The Masai are fearless.
Mombasa KUBA CLOTH CHECKERBOARD
This Kuba cloth features a checkerboard pattern. All the shapes are hand-stitched together then top-stitched.
Zebra Print
Zebras are seen everywhere on safari. They are beautiful and their stripes dazzle the eye!
rIFT Escarpment Mombasa
The Great Rift Valley runs through Kenya and the escarpment exhibits layers of ancient sediment which are of great archaeological value.
MOMBASA SEEDS
Seeds are spread by the droppings of animals and carried by birds. They can take decades to sprout in some of the driest areas.
Hippo Bubbles Mombasa
In every river there are Hippos. You may not know it until you see bubbles…
Mombasa PREY
The circle of life is apparent on safari. It is death that brings life and the results can be seen everywhere…
Mombasa sunstar
This design was inspired by the art of punched tin used in lamps.
MOMBASA kuba labyrinth
The Kuba people of the Republic of the Congo make a handwoven cloth that is decorated with geometric shapes. This one is like a labyrinth.
MOMBASA Shaka stripe
Shaka, the traditional garb of the Masai, is made from brightly colored striped and plaid cloth. They wear them wrapped around their bodies in multiple layers.