Straw Bee Placemats, Set of 4

Sure to make the conversation buzz at your next get-together, this hand-crafted placemat from designer Joanna Buchanan features a swarm of embroidered bees. Each lightweight placemat is made from Abaca, a sustainable, straw-like textile derived from the fronds of Filipino palm trees.

About Joanna Buchanan: Joanna Buchanan developed an unmistakable vision for luxury, color, texture and pattern not only from her 20 years in the fashion retail business but also through her Hong Kong childhood, adult years in Europe and extensive travel throughout India. Joanna’s homes in New York City and Connecticut which she shares with her husband and two children: showcase treasures picked up during her years of traveling. They epitomize her ability to curate modern colors, chic graphic patterns and eclectic home furnishings. Her garden is a huge inspiration for the natural elements in her work. 

-Abaca fiber
-Spot clean with soft, dry brush
-Handwoven; variance will occur
-Imported

15” diameter