Indigo

03/13/2026

Added some vintage Japanese textiles to the mix, hand spun, handwoven narrow asa yardage, and an unusual wide woven piece, imitating sashiko stitching, and dyed with indigo

02/17/2026

Stop in the shop, and we will tell you what all these things are, and where they came from❤️

09/04/2025

It’s cold today, and I’m thinking of textiles!

07/03/2025

07/02/2025

Lots to see at Indigo this summer, antique Chinese trunks and boxes, fine old baskets, textiles African art
and so much more. Stop by and play the singing bowls!

03/23/2025

This is one of my favourite stories from the west coast of Scotland, surrounding this stone that's hiding on the outskirts of Oban.

According to legend, this odd shaped lump of rock didn't always look like this. Molly was particularly interested when she found out it's strange name - The Dog Stone.

This rock was where legendary hero Fingal would tie up his dog Bran anytime the hound wasn't able to accompany him. Fingal had rescued Bran as a puppy while fighting a terrifying giant and the dog quickly became his best friend.

Naturally, Bran wasn't just any old dog. He was an enormous Scottish Deerhound as tall as Fingal's shoulder, multicoloured with a belly of white and fierce eyes. Instead of a rope, Bran had to be chained to base of this rock.

Impatient for his master's return, Bran paced round and round the Dog Stone. As the chain slowly wore away the bottom, the unusual shape was formed!

Bran features in plenty of Fingal's legends and often saved his neck. Any time Fingal's warriors were hungry, then the hound would head off into the forest and come back with something delicious. Bran even saved his master after Fingal was captured by the Irish King Cormac.

The ransom for Fingal's return was delivery of several pairs of animals from a long list and so Bran set to work. Deer, rabbits and tiny mice were no problem for the enormous dog. Out of either fear or respect, they marched past the Irish King on Bran's command.

Cormac must have been laughing to himself when all but the final animal had arrived. Surely even Bran couldn't manage a feat this incredible! To Cormac's surprise, he heard a loud bark before two large whales, painfully and unsteadily walked on past, followed by the ever faithful Bran.

Fingal wouldn't have succeeded in half of his adventures without Bran and I can relate to that. You wouldn't catch me tying Molly up to a rock though, she doesn't even like me leaving her at home...

03/14/2025

Spring is coming! Vernal equinox next week, almost 70 today. Time to take a walk into another world entirely. Indigo is open Wednesday through Saturday 12-5🕉❤️

01/13/2025

Beneath the crystal-clear waters of Indonesia lies an extraordinary sight - a circle of 48 life-sized human figures standing silently on the ocean floor. This isn't just any art installation - it's a living, growing masterpiece called BASK Nest, located near Gili Trawangan and Lombok Island.
Just 4 meters below the surface at BASK Gili Meno, these haunting figures do more than catch the eye - they're giving life to a new underwater world. Created by Jason deCaires Taylor, the sculptures are designed to become a home for coral and marine creatures. Made from special materials that coral loves to grow on, these figures are slowly transforming into a vibrant artificial reef.
The best part? You don't need to be a deep-sea diver to see it. A short swim from the beach takes you to this underwater wonder, and local boats regularly bring visitors from nearby islands to witness this unique blend of art and nature.
The artist behind this marvel, Jason deCaires Taylor, is known worldwide for turning ocean floors into underwater museums. From the Caribbean to the Canary Islands, and even in London's River Thames, his 850+ life-sized sculptures dot the world's waters. BASK Nest marks his first creation in Indonesia, and it's already becoming the Gili Islands' must-see attraction.
But these sculptures are more than just beautiful sights - they're silent guardians of the sea, designed to make us think about our oceans and inspire us to protect their beauty.

01/12/2025

01/12/2025

“Shelly Mosman: Currents” opens to the public Saturday, January 11 at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum.

For over 20 years, Minneapolis-based Shelly Mosman has captivated audiences with her unique, narrative-driven portrait photography. Her bold vision blends elements of fashion, nostalgia, and the natural world to create timeless works of art.

In this stunning new exhibition, "Currents," Mosman showcases water-inspired portraits that transport the viewer into an immersive world of creativity, memory, and emotion. Whether captured in her studio or in nature, her subjects – both people and animals – are often adorned in unique costumes and set against vivid, stylized backdrops, blending European art history influences with modern pop culture.

Learn more and plan your visit: https://mmam.org/shelly-mosman-currents

[Image: Shelly Mosman, "Augustine Takes Flight," 2020.]

01/10/2025

Need a haircut? This West African barbershop sign might give you some ideas! $350.