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Craft, material, and the rhythm behind every print.

Stories that stay close to the hand: process notes, textile insights, and the quiet details that shape block printed work.

Hand-carved wooden printing blocks used in design development
From studio to surface Read how colour, cotton, and careful repetition shape the final textile.

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Carved wooden printing blocks resting on trays of blue and red dye at a Jaipur workshop
Carved wooden printing blocks resting on trays of blue and red dye at a Jaipur workshop

How Long Does a Block Print Order Take — and Are You Too Small to Place One?

Forty-five to sixty days, and no, you are not too small. The two questions everyone opens with, answered the way we would answer them on a call.

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AW 2026/27 Tableaux table linen collection with floral tablecloth, placemats, napkins, and three colourways on an outdoor dining table

Why AW 2026/27 Table Linen Is Moving From Matching Sets to Layered Tables

The new table does not look perfectly coordinated. It looks collected: one floral language, three colourways, and enough contrast to make every place setting feel intentional.

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Six fabric colour swatches laid out on a wooden surface — the AW 2026/27 home palette from PEXX

The Palette That Earns Its Place on a Bed: Home Warmth for AW 2026/27

How six considered colours — sourced from Pantone NYFW and WGSN x Coloro — solve the oldest problem in floral block print: the motif that disappears into itself.

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Hand block printed textile draped across a neutral sofa in warm natural light

From Block to Home — The Life of One Cloth

Five moments in the journey of a hand block printed textile, from carved teak block to the quiet life of the finished cloth at home.

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Hand block printed cotton fabric with layered floral motifs in warm natural light

How to Identify Genuine Hand Block Printed Fabric

A practical guide to spotting authentic hand block printed fabric through imperfections, dye penetration, natural dye behavior, and machine-print red flags.

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Hand block printed cotton fabric with layered floral motifs in warm natural light

Why Tiny Imperfections in Hand Block Prints Are a Sign of Authenticity

Small overlaps, tonal shifts, and uneven repeats are not flaws in hand block printing. They are often the clearest signs of genuine handmade craftsmanship.

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Visitors learning hand block printing with an artisan at the PEXX workshop

The Art of Hand Block Printing

A deep look into traditional craftsmanship, from carved wood blocks to the gentle rhythm of repeat printing.

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Hand-carved printing blocks arranged in a studio display

Keeping Craft Intact at Production Scale

The systems, quality checks, and human judgement that help handcrafted textiles stay consistent for global buyers.

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