The Masai Mara Reserve in Kenya is the most popular of the parks due to its role in the Great Migration. The fertile grassland is the inspiration for this colorway.
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This pattern was inspired by the art of punched tin used in lamps.
Masai Beads Mara
The Masai people are known for their intricate beadwork which is crafted into jewelry.
Masai Weapons Mara
The Masai warriors use weapons made from elaborately decorated hardened sticks called rungu. They are used when battling lions. The Masai are fearless.
Mara KUBA CLOTH checkerboard
This Kuba cloth features a checkerboard pattern. All the shapes are hand-stitched together then top-stitched.
Leopard Print
It is always a treat to see a leopard when on safari. They are usually quite shy and sleep a lot during the day.
Mara RIFT Escarpment
The Great Rift Valley runs through Kenya and the escarpment exhibits layers of ancient sediment which are of great archaeological value.
Mara 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 Mara
In every river there are Hippos. You may not know it until you see bubbles…
Mara Prey
The circle of life is apparent on safari. It is death that brings life and the results can be seen everywhere.
Mara Sunstar
This pattern was inspired by the art of punched tin used in lamps.
mARA KUBA LABYRINTH
The Kuba people of the Republic of the Congo make a handwoven cloth that is decorated with geometric shapes. This one is a labyrinth.
Shaka Stripe Mara
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.