Materials, Techniques, and terms
WHAT WE MEAN WHEN WE SAY...

The Glossary defines the materials, processes, and terms we use when talking about sourcing and creating our collections, and is designed to help you make clear, informed decisions about the products you purchase and live with.

MATERIALS

  • Earthenware
  • Hemp
  • Organic Cotton
  • Organic Linen
  • Organic Wool
  • Porcelain
  • Stoneware
  • Terracotta
  • Vegetable Tanned Leather

TECHNIQUES

  • Backstrap Loom
  • Basketry
  • Handblown
  • Hand-dyed
  • Hand-lathed
  • Hand Loom
  • Handpicked
  • Hand Poured
  • Hand-thrown
  • Handwoven
  • Tadelakt

TERMS

  • Artisans
  • Designer/Maker
  • EcoFaux™
  • Handmade
  • Ikebana
  • Organic
  • Recycled
  • Upcycled
  • Wood Flower
  • Zero Waste

STANDARDS

  • European Masters of Linen Certification
  • Forest Stewardship Council FSC Certified
  • Global Organic Textile Standard
  • MPS Certified
  • OeKo-Tex Standard 100
  • UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage