It would seem everywhere I turn lately one design keeps on popping up. It’s the Ikat design that has been around for centuries.
Ikat Rug
Ikat is a resist dyeing technique a bit like tie-dyeing which was so huge in the 70’s. The difference is that Ikat threads are dyed prior to weaving whereas tie-dyeing fabric is woven then dyed.
Tina Shoes from Sambag
I bought an Ikat when we were holidaying in Bali back in 2001 and it has been hanging on my bedroom wall ever since. Albeit, three different bedrooms in that time, as we’ve moved house.
My Balinese Ikat
I was pondering the other day as to whether the Ikat was a passing fad as I do like the pattern. In researching this post, I noticed that these chairs were commented on in 2009 when Ikat’s were considered a trend that started in 2008.
Ikat Covered Chairs
Design*Sponge also wrote a post on the prominence of the Ikat pattern back in 2008.
Ikat fabric by Kravet
Here we are in 2012 and it’s still around! This leads me to answer my own question. No, it’s not a trend. Yes, it will be around for a long time.
Ikat fabric by Westbury
So I’m going to use the pattern in my new home office
Would you like to add some Ikat pattern to your home? Contact us for an online or in-person consultation.
