Now that the light has changed, we're trying to add some accents to our home that reflect the warmth outside and emerging light patterns at night. A great local store for inspiration is Somerville's Moroccan Caravan. It's a hidden gem and we regularly stop in when we're in the neighborhood. More than just a friendly marketplace, it's a cozy store with hand-forged lanterns, vibrantly painted furniture, leather poufs, hand- embroidered linens and more.
Moroccan decor seems to be a hot trend lately, Janel recently wrote a great post about Adding a Little Moroccan Style to Any Room, and Aaron blogged Moroccan Rugs and Carpets. Part of what we love about Moroccan Caravan (besides that we get hot tea every time we go in!) is that the items are unique. Each stands out as being personally made, and there aren't a lot of each item. For example, we love this hand-embroidered cotton sheet set, currently on their website, and there is only one. We're also drawn to the warm patterns that the henna-inspired lanterns cast on the walls and ceiling when they're lit. These are all items you won't see in everyone else's home.
Another great thing about shopping at Moroccan Caravan, is that it directly helps Moroccan artists, so you can feel good about helping keep ancient art forms alive. They also offer shipping for folks who don't live nearby.
| Location: |
285 Washington St.
Somerville,
MA
02143
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| Phone: |
617-314-7002
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| Website: | www.moroccancaravan.com |
| Categories: | bedding & blankets, chairs & benches, desks, dining & occasional, decorative accessories, lighting & fans, mirrors, lighting & fans, fabric & textiles |
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Thanks Jeanine - I'd never heard of this place! Can't wait to check it out!
Kyle
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This site has beautiful India/Moroccan jewelry...I've hung a few pieces on my wall to give it a different flair.
http://www.zavidagemstones.com
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I can't wait to go!
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"These are all items you won't see in everyone else's home."
Funny, since that pouf is 90% the same as the one sitting next to me right now, which I picked up in Fez, Morroco
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They have some nice stuff on there. We have some those Touareg pillows from Mauritania in our living room . I might have to check this place out in person. I wonder if they would bring the price down on that tea set...
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I love Moroccan style decor, they are so exquisite. By the way, check out this site, they have some stunning Moroccan lighting, Moorish tiles, Moroccan decor, and much more:
http://www.sainttropezboutique.us
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