Made with heart, by many hands
From first sketch to final stitch, every piece reflects a story of craftsmanship, color, and connection
Step 1: Creating the Mood Board
Our artisan collaborators in the U.S. start each season by building a mood board — a collection of colors, textures, and inspiration that sets the tone for the designs ahead. This curated vision guides every detail of the collection.
Step 2: Sketching the Designs
Once the mood board is set, our U.S.-based artisans turn those ideas into hand-drawn sketches and design plans. These are then shared with our partners in Nepal, who bring the concepts to life with time-honored craftsmanship.
Step 3: U.S. & Nepali Artisans Work Together
As samples are created, our Nepali artisans provide thoughtful feedback—shaping the design into something that works beautifully in practice. Together, we make adjustments so each piece is both stunning and wearable.
Step 4: Selecting the Materials & Hand-Dyeing
Our partners in Nepal source New Zealand wool for knitwear and locally grown cotton for crochet pieces. These high-quality fibers are hand-dyed in small batches using azo-free dyes to match the season’s color story.
Step 5: Hand-Knitting the Pieces
Each piece is hand-knit or crocheted by skilled artisans in Nepal using time-honored techniques.
Step 6: Hand Embroidery
Once knit, many pieces are passed to another set of skilled hands. Delicate embroidery is added —bringing in the signature details that make each piece feel personal and special.
Step 7: Finishing Touches
For added comfort, each piece is lined with soft fleece—bringing extra warmth and helping prevent any itchiness. After a final check, tags are added and the pieces are packed up for their journey to our Massachusetts home base.
