Maiwa

Maiwa Natural dyes, slow clothes, organic homewares, artisan textiles, fabric, mending & textile supplies

Maiwa Handprints, founded in Vancouver, Canada in 1986 and run by Charllotte Kwon, supports traditional craft through an ethical business model. They support the production of embroidered, blockprinted, handwoven, and naturally dyed textiles throughout a number of countries. The staff of the Maiwa ensure that the purchasing public knows about the culture of the artifacts, the co-operative, and the living conditions of the artisans.

Our new ATLAS Pant has arrived ! This new pant is a balance of ease and structure. Designed with a high-rise waist, rela...
06/04/2026

Our new ATLAS Pant has arrived ! This new pant is a balance of ease and structure. Designed with a high-rise waist, relaxed fit, and curved barrel leg, it creates a soft sculptural, timeless silhouette. A seam below the knee gives the trouser its distinctive form.
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What makes this pant truly special is the cloth itself. Unlike industrial denim woven by machines at high speed, our handwoven denim is created slowly, one length at a time, by skilled village weavers in South India. The fabric carries the subtle variations, texture, and character that only human hands can impart. Each thread is organized, warped and woven, creating a denim with remarkable depth, softness, and life—qualities that become even more beautiful with wear.
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The cotton is either in its natural state with tiny flecks of the plant material throughout, or naturally dyed with tannins and iron water—then handwoven by village weavers in Andhra Pradesh and Telengana whose knowledge of weaving has been passed down through generations. The result is a cloth that feels grounded and enduring: denim reimagined through the hands of traditional craftsmanship.

For the month of June we have a special on our Bengal Indigo Collection - our indigo patchworked quilts & pillows are al...
06/01/2026

For the month of June we have a special on our Bengal Indigo Collection - our indigo patchworked quilts & pillows are all 20% off 🩵🩵🩵 online & in the shop!

Our classic silhouettes in new cloth. These garments are rooted in a slower way of making clothes—one shaped through tim...
05/27/2026

Our classic silhouettes in new cloth. These garments are rooted in a slower way of making clothes—one shaped through time spent on the road in India, sitting with weavers, dyers, and artisan families. We source our cloth directly from small producers and communities, building relationships that continue over many, many years. The handwoven cloth in this collection carries these stories within them: the rhythm of the loom, the nuance of natural fibres and plant dyes, the touch of many hands. We make clothing thoughtfully, collaboratively, and on a human scale.

We have fallen in love with this cloth ! Our handwoven gingham is now in a new set - Mala Skirt & Hibiscus Crop Top.  Se...
05/26/2026

We have fallen in love with this cloth ! Our handwoven gingham is now in a new set - Mala Skirt & Hibiscus Crop Top. See our new offering of Spring & Summer outfits online and in the shop now !

Indigo and the Ocean - a new offering of Shimoga Shirts in a springtime indigo & white gingham in handwoven linen/cotton...
05/25/2026

Indigo and the Ocean - a new offering of Shimoga Shirts in a springtime indigo & white gingham in handwoven linen/cotton.

It is the season for gathering outside and sharing meals together - here are some of our favourite textiles for setting ...
05/25/2026

It is the season for gathering outside and sharing meals together - here are some of our favourite textiles for setting the mood.

Our quilted collection grows with the addition of these pouch organizers, each one a small field of colour in itself. La...
05/22/2026

Our quilted collection grows with the addition of these pouch organizers, each one a small field of colour in itself. Layered, textural, and playful they hold the feeling of spring in full bloom.
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Inside, a place for everything. A soft structure that gathers your daily essentials — tools, objects, small necessities. A way to keep yourself organized.
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Tuck one into your bag, or let it live in your space. They travel easily, moving with you, keeping gentle order.
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Everyday organizers from vintage cloth - online and in the shop!

Hand block printed on 100% organic cotton using natural dyes. Our napkins are made for long lunches outside, picnic blan...
05/20/2026

Hand block printed on 100% organic cotton using natural dyes. Our napkins are made for long lunches outside, picnic blankets scattered in the grass, gatherings large and small, meals that stretch into evening.

Introducing our new Asha Dress. This dress was born from the desire to hold glamour within the language of hand-weave. I...
05/14/2026

Introducing our new Asha Dress. This dress was born from the desire to hold glamour within the language of hand-weave. It is made from 100% silk—handwoven with a fine stripe.

It is a sheer organza that has a luxurious drape and flow at the same time. This dress is light, airy, and luminous on the body—with lots of room to dance, run and twirl in.

Fully transparent, it invites layering and personal expression—worn simply with a slip or styled with pant and top.

An elevated piece that feels natural to wear—yet undeniably glamorous.

Worn here with our Pondicherry Pant underneath and a shirt knit tank.

A fresh contemporary Ajrakh block print in complex shades of indigo. The layout is extraordinary — unfolding across the ...
05/12/2026

A fresh contemporary Ajrakh block print in complex shades of indigo. The layout is extraordinary — unfolding across the luminous drape of handwoven silk.

Handwoven denim outfit coming soon ....

Address

1663 Duranleau Street
Vancouver, BC
V6H3S3

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 7pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+16046693939

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