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Mombasa

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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Naibor Medallion Mombasa

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.

SAFARI HIFADHI MOMBASA SEEDS STATIC

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.