Geometric Meskel Ethiopian Pattern Silk Scarf - Coral & Navy
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The fractal geometric pattern in this silk scarf is inspired by Ethiopian Meskel (Orthodox Cross) pendants that are created by intertwining diamond shapes. Although the inspiration for this pattern has...
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Meet the Maker
Deseta Design by Maro Haile
Get To Know The Maker
Where are you from/where did you grow up?
My family is from Ethiopia, but shortly after I was born, we migrated to the US and relocated to Minnesota. Growing up, I always knew that I wanted to live in a big city and I fell in love with NYC the first time I visited. Shoutout to the Cosby Show, Spike Lee, Digable Planets and Mos Def for drawing me specifically to Brooklyn! It became clear that this borough had the diverse, artistic community that I wanted to be a part of.
Why did you start your business?
I built a career designing home décor products sold to big box stores, but as a creative, I always felt underwhelmed by designing for the mass market. I wanted to see products that spoke to me. So I created Deseta, which means happiness in Amharic (my family’s language) as a place to create items that are both fun and whimsical, and inspired by Ethiopian art and culture with broad universal appeal.
How does your work connect to Brooklyn?
Brooklyn is my home, it is where I’ve been able to thrive. It has provided me with the creative energy I’ve needed to pursue my dreams. And not only can I say my art is created here, but I’m also thrilled that this is where my work is primarily sold, whether it is through vending with Black Owned Brooklyn, the Brooklyn Museum or at the Brooklyn Made Store. I am making my dreams come true in the city and borough I fell in love with from so far away!
Description
The fractal geometric pattern in this silk scarf is inspired by Ethiopian Meskel (Orthodox Cross) pendants that are created by intertwining diamond shapes. Although the inspiration for this pattern has very specific cultural roots, the resulting pattern is subtle and sophisticated with a broad audience appeal. Inspiration images at the end.
Scarves come individually packaged in a Kraft cardboard box, 5.25” x 7.5” x .5” with clear plastic window at front.
PRODUCT SPECS & CARE
Digitally printed on 100% Grade 6A Mulberry Silk
26” x 26”
Machine wash on gentle cycle; air-dry
Iron while damp on cool setting
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