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Alice Nampitjinpa Dixon, Tjilkamala Rockholes (blue and teal on hessian, linen), A-Line mini dress

This 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.

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Alice Nampitjinpa Dixon, Tjilkamala Rockholes (red and orange on brown, cotton), pinafore

This 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.

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Wooden Tray – Bushfire (12 x 5 inches)

This wooden tray is part of the fair trade relationship between Better World Arts and Ikuntji Artists.

About the Artwork

This painting is about three massive bushfires that burned parallel to each other, across the landscape scarring the land. It started at Warlungurru, near Kintore.

Better World Arts has been operating for over two decades.

They work with traditional artisans from remote regions in Kashmir, Peru, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh and Nepal (Tibetan refugees). They work with Australian Aboriginal artists from remote communities across Australia, from Arnhem Land to Central and the Western Desert regions, from rural locations and from cities.

Better World Arts are endorsed members of the Fair Traders Association of Australia and New Zealand.

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Oblong Wood Trinket Dish – Bushfire

This bowl is part of the fair trade relationship between Better World Arts and Ikuntji Artists.

About the Artwork

This painting is about three massive bushfires that burned parallel to each other, across the landscape scarring the land. It started at Warlungurru, near Kintore.

Better World Arts has been operating for over two decades.

They work with traditional artisans from remote regions in Kashmir, Peru, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh and Nepal (Tibetan refugees). They work with Australian Aboriginal artists from remote communities across Australia, from Arnhem Land to Central and the Western Desert regions, from rural locations and from cities.

Better World Arts are endorsed members of the Fair Traders Association of Australia and New Zealand.

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Waru/Bushfire trinket dish, Wooden (10 x 1 cm)

This bowl is part of the fair trade relationship between Better World Arts and Ikuntji Artists.

About the Artwork

This painting is about three massive bushfires that burned parallel to each other, across the landscape scarring the land. It started at Warlungurru, near Kintore.

Better World Arts has been operating for over two decades.

They work with traditional artisans from remote regions in Kashmir, Peru, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh and Nepal (Tibetan refugees). They work with Australian Aboriginal artists from remote communities across Australia, from Arnhem Land to Central and the Western Desert regions, from rural locations and from cities.

Better World Arts are endorsed members of the Fair Traders Association of Australia and New Zealand.

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Bushfire Serving Spoon

This wooden serving spoon features work by Patricia Multa, and has been made with our ethical partners, Better World arts.

About the Artwork

This painting is about three massive bushfires that burned parallel to each other, across the landscape scarring the land. It started at Warlungurru, near Kintore.

Better World Arts has been operating for over two decades. They work with traditional artisans from remote regions in Kashmir, Peru, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh and Nepal (Tibetan refugees). They work with Australian Aboriginal artists from remote communities across Australia, from Arnhem Land to Central and the Western Desert regions, from rural locations and from cities.

Better World Arts are endorsed members of the Fair Traders Association of Australia and New Zealand.

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Dalhousie Hot Springs – Angela Pants

This funky piece of wearable art is part of our collaboration with Publisher Textiles. Each pair is printed and made in Australia!

From the makers “These wide legged pants are the most fun pants to wear. Inspired by 1940’s stars Lauren Bacall, Katherine Hepburn, and Marlene Dietrich, they have a chic flow to them and are so comfortable. Featuring belt loops, a front zipper fly and button fastener and deep side pockets, they are made from a lightweight cotton linen blend. Balance out the wide leg silhouette with a simple fit and flare top or play with a more dramatic silhouette by pairing them with a voluminous blouse for a Lauren Bacall look.

Print Name: Dalhousie Hot Springs
Artist: Hayley Dodd
Art Centre: Ikuntji Artists

Artwork Details:
This design is about the artist’s grandmother’s place. Her grandmother was born at Dalhousie Hot Springs, in the Witjirra NP, an oasis located at the edge of the Simpson Desert. It is south of Finke and West of Oodnadatta in South Australia.

Garment Details:

• Wide leg fit
• High waisted
• 5 belt loops
• Deep side pockets
• Button and zipper fly
• Cotton linen fabric

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, we recommend washing as in frequently as possible and use gentle detergents.”

Hand printed and made in Sydney.

SIZING

These pants are designed to sit high on the waist, if you are between sizes, go for the larger size. Please find size chart above in images.

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.

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Audrey Top – Kungkaku Puturru

This design shows kungkaku puturru – the hairstring women make from their own hair for ceremony. In the older days, women used to cut their own hair and create this string by spinning the hair on their thighs. The hairstring was used for dancing, ceremony and domestic purposes. Kungkaku puturru is connected to the Tjukurrpa place Kungkayunti (Brown’s Bore). Kungkayunti is the place where the ancestral women, who travelled from Ntaria (Hermannsburg) to the west of Kintore, stopped and danced. Kungkayunti means women dancing.

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.

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Shield and Star – Doris Day Dress

Available for pre-order

This 1960s inspired shift dress is an easy to wear, comfortable every day dress featuring ‘Shield and Star’ design by Walter Jugadai.

“This is my secretive tradition men`s story which tells of events which happen at a place called Yarapilangu, near New Haven, North-west of Papunya. This is the dreaming of my grandfather, his traditional country is Yarripilangu. I got this story from him.”

This flattering A-line shape finishes just above the knee and features mid length sleeves and two scoop side pockets.

This dress is available in very limited quantities.

Treat this handmade garment with love and it will love you back! Cold 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.

8 week turnover time.

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Star and Shield – Audrey Top

Star and Shield by Walter Jugadai Dusty teal and ochre on black cotton linen

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 Walter Jugadai:

This design by Walter Jugadai shows the ‘Star and Shield’ story.

“This is my secretive tradition men`s story which tells of events which happen at a place called Yarapilangu, near New Haven, North-west of Papunya. This is the dreaming of my grandfather, his traditional country is Yarripilangu. I got this story from him.”

This fabric has been screen printed by hand by Published Textiles and Papers, ensuring the highest quality and longevity.

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.

Hand printed in our studio in Leichhardt.

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

Bust measurements:

6: 93cm

8: 99cm

10: 103cm

12: 109cm

14: 113cm

16: 119cm

18: 123cm

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.