Straw

Straw can be dyed using an array of natural pigments to transform the natural golden hues into a spectrum of shades

Straw Marquetry

The straw can be dyed using an array of natural pigments to transform the natural golden hues into a spectrum of shades, ready for the creative process. Straw’s natural colour includes diffused and delicate shades that lend themselves to the overall sheen and lustre that appear in the designs.

Straw marquetry is admired by the French haute couture canon including Guerlain, Boucheron and Cartier: it adorns furniture and statement pieces in the most exclusive hotels; and the stunning, luxurious designs can be found in royal palaces, exclusive private houses and stately homes. Other locations include on private yachts, jets and corporate offices of the globe’s most successful businesses.

patterns

There are various ways to lay the straw with some example patterns shown below.

Colours

Using traditional dyes and pigmentation it is possible to create an entire spectrum of colours, with natural variation giving rise to the shimmering effect.