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Mallorcan ikat fabric is easy to recognise: its elongated shapes, rhythmic pattern and colours make every piece different. That is why a beach bag, pouch or handbag made with this textile rarely looks exactly like another one, even when the design is the same.<\/p>\n

At ICAMON we use ikat fabric to make pieces that are meant to be used: beach bags, handbags, pouches, baskets and personalised gifts. The key is not to find a \u201cperfect\u201d pattern, but to choose a fabric and a format that fit the person who will carry or give it.<\/p>\n

Start with how you will use it<\/h2>\n

Before choosing a colour, think about where you will use the piece. A personalised beach bag<\/a> needs room and a fabric you will enjoy carrying through summer. For everyday use, a handbag or shopping bag may work better. If you are looking for a small gift, a pouch or basket can be a practical choice.<\/p>\n

Pattern and colour matter too<\/h2>\n

Mallorcan ikat fabrics have character. Some combinations are subtle and others make more of a statement. You do not need to choose the boldest one: an artisan piece is more enjoyable when you can picture yourself using it months from now, not only on the day it arrives.<\/p>\n

In the shop you can see pieces made with Mallorcan ikat fabric<\/a> and compare different designs. If you have a specific idea, you can also contact us before placing an order.<\/p>\n

Choose an artisan piece with care<\/h2>\n

When something is handmade, details matter: the type of piece, the fabric, the embroidery and who it is for. If it is a gift, it helps to choose something with a useful everyday purpose. A pouch, a towel with a name or a beach bag can stay with someone for a long time.<\/p>\n

If you would like a piece with your name or initials, check the personalisation options on each design. That way we can prepare an order that makes sense for you, without turning it into a generic gift.<\/p>\n

Explore the ICAMON shop<\/a> or tell us what you are looking for<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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