Simple and striking, Kivet (Stones) has been a Marimekko fan-favorite for more than half a decade. Many suspect it was inspired by the rocks that surrounded Maija Isola's studio home, and was originally created by by cutting out rounds of paper with scissors to achieve imperfect edges. The pattern is featured here in the darkest of green, just a shade above black. It's a beautiful contrast to ivory backdrop of this tray, which is wonderful for serving small bites this season or acting as a coffee table catch-all. The tray is made from fabric pressed onto birch plywood and laminated, allowing it to be both lightweight and durable.
Marimekko is a Finnish design house renowned for its bold, effusive prints and timeless patterns. The company was founded in 1951 by Finnish couple Armi and Viljo Ratia, and the name Marimekko translated literally means “Mary-dress.” Marimekko’s impact reaches far beyond just Finland, howev... More Marimekko
Undisputedly the most famous textile designer to have existed at Marimekko, Maija Isola created over 500 prints during her long and colorful employment. The height of her design notoriety occurred during the 1960’s, right around the time when she created her explosive Unikko pattern. In add... More Maija Isola