Kalam Journal

“The Octopus’s Secret Wish”

By / Tales

There is something quite magical about an octopus, almost otherworldly.  With its fantastic tentacles moving swiftly in the deepest ends of the ocean.  This mysterious creature is fascinating to us, and at ecru most of [...]

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“The Octopus’s Secret Wish”

Claire McCardell’s Form and Function

By / Tales

Beautiful design always catches the eye, but when there is functionality to a dress you feel a stronger bond to the piece.  Claire McCardell was famous for her sophisticated and functionally designed clothes, which was [...]

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Claire McCardell’s Form and Function

Enchanting Jaipur

By / Craft

After the hustle and bustle of Bombay, we hopped on the train to enchanting Jaipur.  Once there, we met with all the talented artisans we work with to discuss the production of new exciting ecru [...]

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Enchanting Jaipur

Nina Leen Finding Beauty In The Ordinary

By / Tales

Nina Leen enjoyed photographing everything, but she had a special way of making the mundane look interesting.  Her subjects included her dog, different species of animals, American women and adolescents, and abstract artists.   The Russian [...]

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Nina Leen Finding Beauty In The Ordinary