Bauhaus Placemat Set - Handmade
Where ancient block printing meets iconic Bauhaus geometry. Each placemat tells the story of skilled hands and timeless design.
Geometric poetry for your table
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ABOUT THIS PRODUCT
The Bauhaus Placemat Set brings the timeless geometry of modernist design to your table. Inspired by the clean lines and bold forms of the German Bauhaus Movement, each placemat features a striking red circle framed by vibrant orange borders on a crisp white cotton base.
Each piece is lovingly handmade by skilled artisans who specialize in traditional block printing and Kantha stitching. The geometric design is meticulously hand-pressed onto premium 100% cotton fabric using hand-carved wooden blocks and natural dyes. Traditional Kantha stitching finishes each edge, creating a seamless union of ancient craft and contemporary aesthetics.
Made in small, limited batches, these placemats celebrate the beauty of handmade artistry. Slight variations in each piece highlight their unique character, bringing artistic sophistication to both everyday meals and special occasions.
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The artisan behind these quilts believes in the power of traditional craft to tell stories that matter. Each piece begins with hand-carved wooden blocks and vibrant dyes, techniques that bring patterns to life in ways that feel both timeless and fresh. The maker works with four different specialists, honoring the deep knowledge that wood carvers, block printers, dye experts, and quiltmakers each bring to the process.
More than creating beautiful bedding, this craftsperson carries a mission close to the heart. For every quilt created, a partnership provides meals to children in need for an entire month, weaving purpose into every hand-pressed design. The work springs from memories of childhood filled with spices, sun, and verdant colors, a return to richness and love that now flows into homes around the world.
What started as a simple desire to craft the warmest, coziest quilts possible has grown into something deeper. By bringing printed shells directly to quiltmakers' homes and supporting traditional techniques, the maker ensures that ancient wisdom continues to flourish in modern times.
• 100% cotton fabric
• Natural dyes
• Hand-carved wooden block prints
• Size: 13" x 18" per placemat
• Available as set of 4 or set of 6
• Includes matching napkins with each set
• Handmade in India
• Ships from California
• Fair Trade certified artisan partnership
• Machine wash on gentle cycle with cold water
• Lay flat to dry
• Iron on medium heat if needed
• Store flat to maintain shape
Q: Are these placemats suitable for daily use?
A: Yes, these cotton placemats are designed for both everyday dining and special occasions, though gentle care helps preserve their handmade quality.
Q: Why do the placemats have slight variations?
A: Each placemat is individually hand-pressed using wooden blocks, creating beautiful variations that highlight the authentic handmade nature of traditional block printing.
Q: What makes these different from machine-made placemats?
A: These are hand-pressed using carved wooden blocks and natural dyes, finished with traditional Kantha stitching by skilled artisans rather than mass production methods.
Q: Do the colors fade with washing?
A: Natural dyes may soften gently over time with washing, which adds to their handmade character while maintaining the geometric design integrity.
Q: Can I mix these with other table linens?
A: The timeless Bauhaus-inspired geometric design pairs beautifully with solid colors or other modernist patterns for versatile table styling.
Q: What size dining table do these fit?
A: At 13" x 18" each, these placemats work well for most standard dining tables and can be arranged for intimate or larger gatherings.
THE EVER GOOD
The Maker’s Circle represents the heart of what we believe in. Our 10 guiding values reflect how we curate, connect, and celebrate the people behind the goods within our slow living community. These are the values our makers strive for.
- Slow Living Values – Purpose driven, intentional creation
- Transparent Sourcing – Honest origins and clear practices
- Safe Materials – Non toxic, body safe, and eco friendly
- Small Batch Crafted – Made in limited quantities with care
- Handmade Quality – Human touch and artisan skill in every detail
- Timeless Craftsmanship – Enduring beauty and thoughtful function
- Ethical Production – Fair labor and responsible practices
- Sustainable Practices – Respect for nature at every stage
- Positive Energy – Made with love, gratitude, and good intention
- Conscious Packaging – Minimal, recyclable, or biodegradable materials
Each item ships directly from the maker’s workshop or studio. You may receive multiple packages, each crafted and packed by the artisans themselves.
We want you to love what you ordered, but we understand returns happen. Most items can be returned within 30 days if unused and in original condition. Some makers have unique return policies, which we honor respectfully.
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