Vintage Prayer Bolster

Those cushions are absolute treasures and the collection of Lily Koi Saigon is one of a kind and each cushion tells a story. 

I discovered those while living in Saigon and my friend Jan put together a collection of absolutly unique cushions. The whole expat community went wild about them. She sources her material from the hill tribes "The Hmong ethnic groups" in Northern Vietnam. They are one of the few societies in the country Vietnam who continue to make the majority of their clothes that they wear themselves. The hemp, cotton, silk and indigo plant are farmed and grown locally near the village of Sapa. In autumn the materials are dried, spun and woven. For coloring this minority group wins Indigo as they do already for centuries from local plants.

These gorgeous prayer patches were originally worn over the shoulders of the Hmong Hill Tribe people, thought to have protective powers to bring good spirits and maintain good health. They are truly one of kind and incredibly special. Each gorgeous and unique cushion is paired with hand-dyed silk velvet in a selected color to compliment the intricate and ornate details in each patch. Add a touch of elegance to your home with these beautiful handmade, embroidered cushions. Mix and match with a variety of colors for an eclectic look. Due to age of the fabric it may have minor damages. This makes the special charm of this exclusive cushion.all one of a kind.

Characteristics:

• Sizes vary according to the dimensions of each patch. We currently have two kinds to choose from. A Grey in 95 x 35 cm and a Rose in 110 x 35 cm.
• back made with hand made silk velvet
• colored with natural colors
• all "one of a kind"
• handmade in Vietnam