Artisan-Crafted Gifts
Accessories designed especially for eco-conscious women seeking timeless, sustainable style. Sympatico’s unique hand-crafted sustainable scarves and wraps are ideal accents that serve the practical function of protecting against sun and cold.
From my fabric stash
Natural fabrics that were waiting for the perfect project. On the left, below, scores of ties resist the dye made from madder in this wrap that is light enough to wear as a scarf too. After dyeing, I added a smattering of embroideries to accent the rounds. Only one. To the right, is Blue Sticks, several groupings in lilac on a navy ground on a light cotton voile scarf.
Ecoprints
I handcraft each scarf using leaves, flowers, tannins, heat, steam, and pressure to create each unique piece in the collection. Exploring nature’s beauty through her botanical gifts is an ongoing adventure, one that constantly surprises and delights. Gifts of one-of-a-kind ecoprinted scarves and wraps coordinate well with the Sympatico line. To the left is the Lovely Leaves Scarf/Wrap made of maple, walnut and raspberry leaves. And a completely different version of an eco printed scarf is on the right, also made from maple leaves on the same hemp/Tencel fabric but with a different mordanting treatment.
The Alchemy Collection
Seemingly magical transformations happen when I unlock the power of oxidized metals. The Alchemy Collection is my latest foray into all the possibilities the organic world offers in dyeing fibers. Below, left, dyed with black tea and rusted metal, the silk Cuppa Scarf is soft and beautiful. The Polka Dot Scarf on the right has attracted a lot of attention in my show booth. Made of our popular hemp/Tencel fabric in a soft neutral brown.
Hemp/Tencel Collection
I dye remnants using the ties and patterns of Japanese shibori, a technique employing manual resists to produce wonderful, tie-dye-like effects. Made from the same fabric as your Sympatico clothes, these scarves are one-of-a-kind. Fish Food Scarf is an example of one of these overdyed creations. The Plum & Pink Scarf, to the right, is an example of Japanese shibori over a Plum remnant of our hemp/Tencel fabric.
Gift Certificates
If you're stuck and can't decide on the right gift, consider giving a Sympatico Gift Certificate. They are welcomed by women who value comfort, ease, and all-natural, handmade artisan wear. They’ll love browsing our collection of tops, jackets, pants and scarves. For more information on our fabrics and sizes, encourage her to start with our "What Size Am I?" page.
Give sustainable fashion from Sympatico!
On the left is Shades of Grey from The Alchemy Colection, a scarf made of linen fabric. I made the scarf on the right from a batik fabric I bought in Yogyakarta, the cultural center of Java. Masters of resist dyeing and fabric painting, Javanese textile artists are among the world’s finest. I have just one of these scarves available.
Explore the complete Sympatico scarf collection.
Need help?
Have questions or need gift shopping advice? Email me here anytime or call Rose at 541-899-3988 (9 am - 5 pm Pacific time).