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Status: Stock
Yalka at Karrkurutinytja by Daphne Marks, in Cream and Pinks on Maroon, Cotton.
This beautiful fabric features Daphne Marks’ ‘Yalka at Karrkurutinytja’ design. Daphne was passed down the right to paint the Yalka Tjukurrpa at Karrkurutinytja (Bush onion dreaming at Lake Macdonald) from her grandmother, Narputta Nangala Jugadai. Narputta, who was a founding member of Ikuntji art centre and a prolific painter, was born close to this sight.
Daphne says,
“My grandmother, Narputta used to make that painting. She told me that story. I used to work here (Ikuntji Women’s Centre) as a cook. I came to learn here. I saw my grandma painting. I learnt from her. She told me that story…Yalka…Bush food…For a long time those old ladies have been looking for Yalka, digging for Yalka, taking the fruit, cooking it in the fire. We cook them just a little bit, like Maku (witchetty grub). I have been looking for that Yalka with my grandmother.”
Yalka Tjukurrpa, as told by Narputta,
“Creek bed at Karrkurutinytja. Two old women, two Nungurrayi, came across from Pulpa and started Gathering bush onions, putting them into coolamons. They went on a journey west. They approached a group of men and watched them, whilst hiding in the bushed at Pimarrpa (Soakage near Kiwirrkura). There was another lady, Alkiljarra Nakamarra, who came along on their tracks. She saw them where they had gathered bush onions. She became upset that they’d gathered them all up and there were none left. The Nakamarra started walking and came across the creek, where she started collecing mungilpa (a staple seed food for the Pintupi people). She came across two Tjangalas (Mungilnga and Tiwilgna). Next to them was a rockhole and Atjakalya Nakamarra, who was making damper for them. Mungilnga had the smaller damper. The two Tjangalas ate their damper then she flew off and became a rock there at Kurultu.”
This fabric has been screen printed by hand by Published Textiles and Papers, ensuring the highest quality and longevity.
About the printers:
Publisher Textiles & Papers is one of Australia’s leading print houses. Focused on producing original patterns through traditional hand-screen printing methods we create bold and colourful textiles, hand printed wallpaper, clothing and fabric.
Fabric details:
This fabric is by continuous metreage going up in 50cm increments, priced at $110 per metre.
For 1m, please add 2 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($110 for 1m).
For 2m, please add 4 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($220 for 2m).
For 3m, please add 6 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($330 for 3m).
Fabric Care Instructions:
Hand wash, line dry, do not bleach, wash separately, warm iron, do not soak, dry cleanable (P). The ink has been heat set for longevity, however please take care when washing (wash garments inside out if possible).
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Status: Stock
Sisters at Watarru by Noreen Dixon, in 3 colour blend on cotton.
In this design, Noreen Dixon depicts the story of two female ancestors, sisters, in the Watarru area in South Australia.
These sisters are fleeing a man who is pursuing them, hiding in rockholes and caves amid the sandy desert plains. The hypnotising background patterns of lines and dots represent the vast sands of the desert. The younger sister is pregnant; this is indicated by the large symbol of concentric circles,
which is the design painted onto pregnant women’s bellies for ceremony. The motif of two smaller circles connected by strong lines represents the body paint of the older sister, whose chest would be painted with this design. The oldest sister is caring for her younger sister and helping to keep them hidden from the man pursuing them.
This fabric has been screen printed by hand by Published Textiles and Papers, ensuring the highest quality and longevity.
About the printers:
Publisher Textiles & Papers is one of Australia’s leading print houses. Focused on producing original patterns through traditional hand-screen printing methods we create bold and colourful textiles, hand printed wallpaper, clothing and fabric.
Fabric details:
This fabric is by continuous metreage going up in 50cm increments, priced at $110 per metre.
For 1m, please add 2 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($110 for 1m).
For 2m, please add 4 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($220 for 2m).
For 3m, please add 6 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($330 for 3m).
Fabric Care Instructions:
Hand wash, line dry, do not bleach, wash separately, warm iron, do not soak, dry cleanable (P). The ink has been heat set for longevity, however please take care when washing (wash garments inside out if possible).
22024008544
Status: Stock
Kuruyultu Flowers, Green and pink on pink, cotton.
This design by Eunice depicts her father’s Tjukurrpa (Dreaming). It shows the country at Kuruyultu, near Tjukurrla in Western Australia.
Eunice Napanangka Jack says about the artwork:
‘This is my country. I can’t remember how it all happened, because it happened before I was born. I have a scar on my back from it. My grandfather speared a wallaby at Kuruyultu. That night he ate that wallaby. At the same time my mother could feel me moving inside her. She was heavily pregnant with me. That next morning, after my grandfather had speared the wallaby, killed it and eaten it, I was born. I was born at Kuruyultu, near the rockhole there. I can’t remember my grandfather or my grandmother. I was still a little baby. We left that place, Kuruyultu. My father, my mother, my big sister and my father’s brother, we all left together and went to Haasts Bluff. I grew up in Haasts Bluff. I have been back to Kuruyultu for visits but I never lived there again in my country. I think about it every day. Only my father knows all the stories for that country and he painted them too… all the men’s stories. I know the story of the wallaby mother and daughter which left me with a birthmark. That’s what I paint: the wallaby mother and daughter.’
About the printers:
Publisher Textiles & Papers is one of Australia’s leading print houses. Focused on producing original patterns through traditional hand-screen printing methods we create bold and colourful textiles, hand printed wallpaper, clothing and fabric.
Fabric details:
This fabric is by continuous metreage going up in 50cm increments, priced at $110 per metre.
For 1m, please add 2 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($110 for 1m).
For 2m, please add 4 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($220 for 2m).
For 3m, please add 6 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($330 for 3m).
Fabric care instructions: Gentle cold/ warm hand wash. Do not bleach, warm rinse well, do not tumble dry, cool iron only, dry cleanable (P).
22024008543
Status: Stock
Echidna fabric, by Daisy Jugadai, Blue on Natural linen.
This design comes from a lino-print made by Daisy Jugadai! It depicts Echidnas.
This fabric has been screen printed by hand by Publisher Textiles and Papers, ensuring the highest quality and longevity.
About the printers:
Publisher Textiles & Papers is one of Australia’s leading print houses. Focused on producing original patterns through traditional hand-screen printing methods we create bold and colourful textiles, hand printed wallpaper, clothing and fabric.
Our fabric is printed in small batches and is cut to order.
Fabric details:
This fabric is by continuous metreage going up in 50cm increments, priced at $110 per metre.
For 1m, please add 2 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($110 for 1m).
For 2m, please add 4 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($220 for 2m).
For 3m, please add 6 x 50cm to your cart and it will be cut as a continuous length ($330 for 3m).
Fabric care instructions: Gentle cold/ warm hand wash. Do not bleach, warm rinse well, do not tumble dry, line dry out of direct sunlight, warm iron, Wash dark colours separately.
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Possum Skin Ball
22024008006
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Anita Dress in white on green Watiya Tjuta (Mitjili Napurrula)
Named for Anita Pallenberg, noted 60s “it girl” and muse of The Rolling Stones, this 70s style oversized maxi is the kind of statement dress that’s perfect for a special occasion but also worth wearing as often as possible. Whether it’s dinner at a fancy restaurant, cocktails by the pool or an excuse to get dressed up and feel confident, this is your go-to dress that will deliver on all levels.
In this design Mitjili Napurrula depicts her father’s Tjukurrpa, the ceremonial spear straightening in Uwalkari country (Gibson desert region). The Watiya Tjuta (Acacia Trees) are the trees that are used to make these spears. Uwalkari country is abundant with Watiya Tjuta, as well as sand hills and other plants. Mitjili paints the motif of the Watiya Tjuta, carrying on the recurring motif as her mother used to draw in the sand. Her mother passed on this Dreaming to her.
Hand printed by Publisher Textiles & Papers in Leichhardt as a 1 colour (cream on green) print on 60% linen 40% cotton. Being handmade there may be some print variations, making each garment unique.
Treat this handmade garment with love and it will love you back! Cold gentle machine wash, drip dry in shade, warm iron. Avoid the tumble dryer and dry cleaner.
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Audrey top, Maisie Jugadai’s Tali in my Country, blue on red.
This funky piece of wearable art is part of our collaboration with Publisher Textiles. Each shirt is hand screen-printed and made in Sydney, Australia!
Timeless and stylish, just like its name sake Audrey Hepburn. This simple box cut top features short sleeves, a flattering rounded neck, and a long waistline.
This versatile top transitions from the office into the evening, perfect paired with a fitted pencil skirt or classic black trousers.
Featuring design by artist Maisie Jugadai
This design shows Maisie’s Tjukurrpa, Tali In My Country. These are the sandhills in her country after the rain. It shows how one moves up and down to cross the country west of Haasts Bluff.
About the Makers:
Publisher Textiles & Papers is one of Australia’s leading print houses. Focused on producing original patterns through traditional hand-screen printing methods we create bold and colourful textiles, hand printed wallpaper, clothing and fabric.
Treat this handmade garment with love and it will love you back! Cold gentle machine wash, drip dry in shade, warm iron. Avoid the tumble dryer and dry cleaner.
Being handmade there may be some print variations, making each garment unique.
Hand printed and made in Sydney.
Sizing:
22024006516
Status: Stock
Marsha pants, Puli Puli design by Keturah Zimran, Black and pink on mustard
These cute wide leg culottes take their name from the 60’s stunner and inspiration behind the song Brown Sugar by The Rolling Stones, Marsha Hunt.
Featuring an elastic back, zip and button closure and generous side pockets, they are perfect for everyday wear.
This funky piece of wearable art is part of our collaboration with Publisher Textiles. Each pair is printed and made in Australia.
Featuring Keturah Zimran’s ‘Puli Puli’ design. This design depicts the natural rock formations (puli) found in and around Haasts Bluff.
Care instructions:
Cold gentle machine or hand wash
Line dry in shade
Warm iron on reverse
Do not tumble dry
Do not dry clean
Treat this handmade garment with love and it will love you back. To prolong the life for your garment, cold wash and use gentle detergents.
Hand printed and made in Sydney.
SIZING
Please refer to the size chart below.
RETURNS POLICY
Please be aware when purchasing clothing, we do not offer a refund for change of mind. As we and our manufacturing partners, Publisher Textiles are still ironing out the kinks in production there may be some inconsistencies in details given and the finished product (sizing guides and base fabrics are the main culprits). During this period we are happy to offer a refund or exchange for items that do not match the description given. Once things are running smoothly we will no longer offer refunds and will only be able to offer an exchange or store credit for clothing purchases.
Please also be aware we are not able to offer refunds or reimbursements for postage costs.
22024005174
Status: Stock
Foldover Clutch (silk) – Tjilkamala Rockholes by Nampitjinpa Dixon
This clutch is hand made in small batches. It features the design by Alice Nampitjinpa Dixon depicts Takupalangu west of Kintore. This is Uta Uta Tjangala’s country, which he has painted throughout his career. Nampitjinpa paints her father’s country of rockholes (puli) and sandhills (tali). There is plenty bushtucker – mangilpa, which are little black seeds around. The road to Kiwirrkurra passes Takupalangu on the side.
Alice describes the big swamp of Takupalangu, in her Fathers country. Takupalangu is filled up with bush vegetables called mungilpa. When Alice was a small girl she travelled this country with her family. Her mother used to collect mungilpa and pummel it into dough which she made into damper. It is also a good place for hunting bush meat as the swamp is surrounded by rock hills.
This fabric has been screen printed by hand by Publisher Textiles and Papers, ensuring the highest quality and longevity.