What's New at InnerAsia
Innerasia/Khawachen Opens Online Store
December 8, 2011
For more than 25 years, Innerasia has been recognized for handcrafted Tibetan rugs that couples outstanding quality with innovative design. Innerasia works closely with traditional weavers in Tibet and Nepal to revitalize Tibet’s rug weaving heritage and has helped introduce Tibetan rugs to admiring audiences in the US, Europe, Japan and China.
Innerasia is now working with traditional craftsmen from countries along the Silk Road to preserve and support a wide range of traditional arts and crafts t from Tibet, India, Nepal and China. Through Khawachen, InnerAsia ‘s retail store in Hanover, New Hampshire and now online, Innerasia is introducing products that showcase traditional wood carving and metal craft, Tibetan painting, block print and hand dyed textiles, bead work and a growing list of other arts and crafts made by traditional artisans from many countries.
While many of Innerasia/Khawachen‘s handcrafted items are highly unique and produced in limited quantities, Innerasia is happy to make these available through online shopping at innerasiarugs.com. New products from Tibet, Nepal India and China will be added all the time and Innerasia is happy to offer a number of unique products that are not available through any other source.
For more information or help with Online shopping please contact Rachel or email us at info@innerasiarugs.com.
The Sara Goodman and Mary Zicafoose Collections; A Cross-Cultural Collaboration
Honoring the Best in American Design and Tibetan Craftsmanship
November 11, 2011
InnerAsia/Khawachen proudly introduces the Sara Goodman and Mary Zicafoose
Collections of Hand Woven Tibetan Rugs. These collections represent a unique
collaboration between two celebrated American artist/ weavers and Tibetan artisans.
Produced in a socially responsible manner that supports local craftsmen, this
collaborative effort celebrates the best of American design and Tibetan craftsmanship.
InnerAsia/Khawachen, a 25 year global leader in the design and production of Tibetan
rugs, is proud to announce the arrival of the The Sara Goodman and Mary Zicafoose
Collections. InnerAsia, has brought together internationally recognized American Textile
Artists Sara Goodman and Mary Zicafoose, to produce two contemporary rug collections
drawn from original works in fiber art and woven tapestries. The artists’ works are
found in private and public collections around the world and their interpretation as
Tibetan rugs, reflect the artists’ passion for color, texture, design and quality- a hallmark
of Tibetan craftsmanship.
Sara Goodman is a textile artist and dye master from New Hampshire with a lifelong
interest in the resist dyeing techniques of Ikat and Shibori. Sara has worked with
artisans and weavers in many cultures and is committed to expanding the use of
natural colors and dyes. Mary is an internationally celebrated artist and lecturer based
in Nebraska who is recognized for her hand-dyed, woven textiles that reinterpret
traditional Ikat weaving techniques into contemporary, vibrantly colored bold patterns.
Tibetan born Kesang Tashi, founder and president of InnerAsia/Khawachen, bridges the
two worlds- to combine the skills of traditional Tibetan artisans in Tibet and Nepal with
contemporary design inspiration from the United States. Tashi has devoted more than
25 years to revitalizing Tibet’s rug weaving heritage and introducing innovation into this
evolving art form. The result is a synthesis of Tibetan craftsmanship and design reflected
in these remarkable new collections.
The three artists share a common vision and commitment to; support traditional
craftsmen of Tibet and Nepal and ensure their rugs are produced in a socially
responsible manner. These collections celebrate a partnership between InnerAsia and
GoodWeave USA and each of these rugs proudly carries the GoodWeave label certifying
they are made without child labor and are part of a broader effort to eradicate child
labor in the global rug trade.
These striking and beautifully designed rugs are woven by master Artisans in Nepal
from pure Tibetan Highland Sheep wool in 100-knot quality with silk accenting. They
are available in standard sizes of 2x3', 3x6, 4x6', 5x7', 6x9', 8x10', 9x12’ and 10x14' and
3’ runners in 8’,10’ and 12’. Custom sizing is also available. For more information or to
request a sample please visit our Showroom at 15 South Main Street, Hanover, NH or
contact Rachel Dimayuga at info@innerasiarugs.com or 603-643-7847
Sara Goodman Collection | |
 Wind in the Pines |
 Wood Grain |
 Shell |
 Field Red |
 Wind Driven Red |
 Storm |
 Solar |
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Mary Zicafoose Collection | |
 Prairie Fields |
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 September Prairie Red. |
 Five Fields |
 Counting Cloth Red |
 Counting Cloth Gray |
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Khawachen/InnerAsia Announces the Launch of the Spring 2011 Design Collection
March 15, 2011
“The Dartmouth Collection”
Khawachen/InnerAsia is buzzing with excitement as we introduce our Spring 2011 Design Collection. The first of these, “The Dartmouth Collection” is inspired by the rich palette of the natural world and Dartmouth College’s deep connection to the surrounding beauty of Northern New England. “The Dartmouth Collection” embodies the best of simple elegance and timeless design.
When Kesang Tashi, founder and CEO of Khawachen/Innerasia arrived at Dartmouth College in 1966, little did he know that as the first Tibetan to attend this Ivy League institution, the future of his life and legacy of Tibetan rugs would change forever. Inspired by the lessons in leadership and social responsibility he was exposed to at Dartmouth, Tashi went on to devote his life to revitalizing traditional arts and crafts in Tibet. At the top of this list was creating a future for new generations of Tibetan artisans and restoring Tibet’s centuries old rug weaving heritage to the success it is today.
“The Dartmouth Collection” is available in two designs; “Northern Forest” and “Maze”. “Northern Forest” uses the stylized; repeating pattern of the “lone pine” image that is part of the Dartmouth logo and represents Dartmouth’s enduring connection with the water, forest and mountains of its New England home. “Maze” uses a “key motif” popular in Greek, Chinese and Central Asian art in a repeating design of universal appeal and beauty. Both designs are woven in the deep, rich tones of “Dartmouth green” with contrasting cream tones for warmth. These versatile and eclectic designs are stunning additions to both contemporary and traditional settings and enhance the beauty and comfort of Living Room, Bed Room, Board Room, Library and Home Office spaces.
These elegant and beautifully designed rugs are woven by master Artisans in Nepal from pure Tibetan Highland Sheep wool in 100-knot quality. They are available in standard sizes of 2x3', 3x6, 4x6', 5x7', 6x9', 8x10', 9x12’ and 10x14' and 3’ runners in 8’,10’ and 12’. Custom sizing availible. Orders for summer delivery being accepted now.
For more information on the “Dartmouth Collection” Please contact Rachel Dimayuga at: 603-643-7847 or request information at info@innerasiarugs.com
Or visit our Showroom at 15 South Main Street, Hanover, NH 03755
Stunning new Shangrila and Silk Road Designs introduced to Khawachen/InnerAsia Spring 2011 Design Collection
April 1, 2011
Khawachen/InnerAsia has added two new design groups to its Spring 2011 Collection with the promise of more to come. Spanning the range of classic to contemporary, the Shangrila and Silk Road Collections introduce new colors, new imagery and new ideas to Khawachen/Innerasia's portfolio of handcrafted, artisanal rugs.
"The Shangrila Collection"
The Shangrila Collection is inspired by the artistry of Japanese water color and draws upon the color, form and shape of earth and water. The flowing lines of a meandering river, the shells at the water's edge, the graceful swells of the sea, the tranquility of a riverbed, are all part of the Water Line Series included in the Shangrila Collection. Four new designs in the Floral Series capture the graceful lines and subtle colors of familiar flowers and vines of the seasons. The Shangrila Collection is woven in Tibetan Highland Sheep wool, 80 knot quality by master artisans in Tibet.
"The Silk Road Collection"
"The Silk Road Collection" refines, reinvigorates and reinterprets some of Khawachen/Innerasia's most admired designs into an exciting collection of beautifully textured and vibrantly colored rugs of warmth and charm. Drawing upon the rich imagery of classical Tibetan design , The Silk Road Collection adds a new color palette, silk detailing and 100 knot definition to Tibetan favorites like; Tibetan Floral, Eight Auspicious Symbols, Tibetan Sky, Peonies, Pomegranate Tree and others. The Silk Road Collection is made in 100 knot Highland Tibetan Sheep wool and silk by master artisans in Nepal.
The Shangrila and Silk Road Collections are .available in 2x3', 3x6, 4x6', 5x7', 6x9', 8x10', 9x12' and 10x14' as well as 2.5' and 3' runners in 8',10' and 12' lengths. Custom sizing available. Orders for summer delivery being accepted now. Samples available in May.
Complete Collection available to view on line mid-April. For more information please contact Rachel Dimayuga at: 603-643-7847 or info@innerasiarugs.com Or visit our Showroom at 15 South Main Street, Hanover, NH 03755.
For more information on the “Dartmouth Collection” Please contact Rachel Dimayuga at: 603-643-7847 or request information at info@innerasiarugs.com
Or visit our Showroom at 15 South Main Street, Hanover, NH 03755
September 25, 2009
Khawachen/InnerAsia Announces the arrival of Simple Paths, a New England Inspired collection of six new designs by Vermont Artist Lizi Boyd.
Khawachen/ InnerAsia is proud to announce the arrival of our newest design series, Simple Paths. The six designs in this New England inspired series of; Foliage, Forest, Tree, Berries, Stones and Field were created in collaboration with Vermont artist and designer, Lizi Boyd and capture the essence of elegant design and subtle New England color. These beautifully designed rugs are woven by master Tibetan Artisans in Nepal from 100% Tibetan Highland Sheep wool in 100-knot quality with silk highlights. They are available in standard sizes of 2x3', 3x6, 4x6', 5x7', 6x9', 8x10', and 10x14' as well as custom colors and sizes up to 24' in width and unlimited length.
Please contact Kathy Harvard at: 603-643-7847 or request information at info@innerasiarugs.com
Our Hannover Showroom:
15 South Main Street, Hannover, NH 03755
