Kapa Mua, a Hawaiian quilting company, takes inspiration from Pacific Island motifs and gives them a contemporary twist. They’re also on hand for custom requests.

It only takes a quick read through Linda Topic’s website to know her work is driven by an almost scientific curiosity about the materials she works with. As a result, what might otherwise be presented (merely) as “decoration” takes on the aura of “specimen” instead. Above, one of her felt blankets.

Combining  Portuguese roots with an immersion in Indian hand printing techniques, Tinturia offers quilts, scarves, tea towels and bags — each of which express a delicate visual balance between old and new.

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Tina Tabone’s lovingly produced website shows off her passion for textiles — and her knack for collecting great looking pieces from around the globe. Above, a painted cloth from India.