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What a treat! Blogfest 2011 courtesy of Kravet Fabrics surpassed all expectations. This Seattle interior designer has so much to share but I begin with my favorite day and activity, a tour of the company offices and a peek into the fabric divisions. But first, let me say, that I am a textile lover, fanatic, junkie (if you will). Spending time with the artisans working at the headquarters was a total high. Thank you Kravet!

Recolor selections for existing pattern

In past blog posts, I talk about Ikat designs and my penchant to include them in my design concepts. They are timeless, enough said. See previous posts, here and here.

After the Ikat, I love the Suzani and the long history of this textile which I have also blogged about in past blog posts.

Classic suzani to be updated

This particular morning invigorated my design juices and passion for design. Some day soon I hope I can return and spend time again with the smart, savvy, friendly artisans who keep Kravet Fabrics at the forefront of the interior design industry. Thank you Kravet so very much.

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This Seattle designer loves Suzanis. And I have posted about them earlier, Suzani Excitement Emerges in Home Interiors.

Suzani is a type of embroidered and decorative tribal textile made in Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries. Its name is from the Persian سوزن Suzan which means needle. The art of making such textiles in Iran is called سوزنکاری Suzankāri (needlework).

Chain, satin, and buttonhole stitches are the primary stitches used. There is also extensive use of couching, in which decorative thread laid on the fabric as a raised line is stitched in place with a second thread.

Suzanis were traditionally made by Central Asian brides as part of their dowry, and were presented to the groom on the wedding day.

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