Sex is a collection of individual prints following in the tradition of textiles as a medium to tell stories about human relationships, life’s fortunes and rituals through symbolism. ‘Birds and Bees’ and ‘Coffee, Tea or Me?’ explore themes relating to encounters between lovers and the interplay between the positive and negative that makes connections with those we love both joyful and challenging.

The Birds and Bees combines imagery of swallows and honey bees artfully skirting around central spines of brambles and apple branches bearing fruit. These visual references are emblematic of the art of relationships and the careful negotiation required to maintain the equilibrium of both the physical and emotional side of shared lives.
Coffee, Tea or Me? is said to be an old pick-up line used by flight attendants serving refreshments to onboard passengers. Used in this context, the question of which refreshment is most appealing is spelled out visually through the playful ménage à trois of botanical references – the leaves of the rubber plant combined with coffee beans and the tea plant. Reading between the lines of these visual cues, the print provides the backdrop or setting for a liaison, be that in the bedroom or at the dining
table…the choice is yours.
Whilst at first the prints appear to be part of a familiar visual narrative and established textile tradition, the underlying symbolism cleverly weaves a different story. These collections reflect the central themes running throughout Alex’s work through her depiction of nature as a wider statement about our lives as human beings, our interactions with each other and the world we live in.

A6 Journal indigo fabric
A6 Journal – Alex McKenzie “Birds and Bees” pattern
A6 Indigo Journal Alex McKenzie artist collaboration "Birds and Bees" pattern Indigo journal cover in Alex McKenzie Birds and Bees pattern. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton and recycled paper. Size: 105mm x 148mm or 4.1 x 5.8 inches Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with pattern created through an ancient method, by a traditional and recognised Indigo Master and his family, that uses hand cut katazome paper patterns with a resist soy bean and natural rock lime paste technique.Hand stitched using traditional Asian book binding techniques. Please see our on line and instagram videos for how it's made. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this product is a sustainable fashion item. You can learn more about the Lan Yin Hua Bu dyeing process here. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos.  
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Flora & Fauna Pattern ‘Birds & Bees’ by Alexandra McKenzie
Artist Alex McKenzie pattern design Birds & Bees Natural Indigo fabric for the home Contemporary flora & fauna pattern 100% natural cotton fabric.

Pattern 051 Birds & Bees by Alexandra McKenzie

Sold by the metre. One full roll is 7.5m long by 82cm wide. Pattern 80cm wide. 225 g/m2 Deep rich blue and white print using an authentic natural hand dyed indigo using resist paste Katazome technique. The Real Deal.  

Sex by Alex McKenzie

Sex is a collection of individual prints following in the tradition of textiles as a medium to tell stories

about human relationships, life’s fortunes and rituals through symbolism. ‘Birds and Bees’

explore themes relating to encounters between lovers and the interplay between

the positive and negative that makes connections with those we love both joyful and challenging.

The Birds and Bees combines imagery of swallows and honey bees artfully skirting around central

spines of brambles and apple branches bearing fruit. These visual references are emblematic of the

art of relationships and the careful negotiation required to maintain the equilibrium of both the

physical and emotional side of shared lives.

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bedding home collection artist pattern design interior decoration bedroom blanket
INDIGO BED COVER – Alex McKenzie “Birds and Bees” pattern indigo king size bed cover
ARTIST COLLABORATION INDIGO BED COVER - 250cm long X 260cm wide Alex McKenzie Birds and Bees pattern. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton.

All three panels are printed.

Alex McKenzie Birds and Bees blue and white indigo pattern with triple stitched with selvedge and raw edges for our signature artisanal look.

Made to order in a variety of sizes, finishes and patterns. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks. Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with pattern created through an ancient method that uses hand cut patterns with a resist soy bean and lime paste technique. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos. Read more about our Home Collection offering here.  
Care
Because the deep rich blue of this artisanal hand dyed indigo, this piece will naturally age like denim, adding character.  We recommend washing three times before use to remove any excess indigo dye. Wash with cold water and a light detergent before line drying. Do not bleach.  
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All cushions made to order. A 50% deposit is required when you place your order, with the remaining balance due prior to delivery. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks.  
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INDIGO CUSHION – Alex McKenzie “Birds and Bees” pattern indigo cushion
Alex McKenzie artist collaboration "Birds and Bees" pattern Indigo medium cushion  - 50cm long X 50cm wide Alex McKenzie Birds and Bees pattern. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton.

Cushion with concealed zip and down stuffing. There is no inner lining.

Made to order in a variety of sizes, finishes and patterns. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks. Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with pattern created through an ancient method that uses hand cut patterns with a resist soy bean and lime paste technique. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos.   Read more about our Home Collection offering here.  
Care
Because the deep rich blue of this artisanal hand dyed indigo, this piece will naturally age like denim, adding character.  We recommend washing before use to remove any excess indigo dye. Wash with cold water and a light detergent before line drying. Do not bleach.  
Order
All cushions made to order. A 50% deposit is required when you place your order, with the remaining balance due prior to delivery. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks.  
We welcome trade customers. Please contact us for wholesale prices and international shipping.
 
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INDIGO CUSHION – Alex McKenzie “Birds and Bees” pattern indigo large cushion
Alex McKenzie artist collaboration "Birds and Bees" pattern Indigo large cushion  - 60cm long X 60cm wide Alex McKenzie Birds and Bees pattern. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton.

Cushion with concealed zip and down stuffing. There is no inner lining.

Made to order in a variety of sizes, finishes and patterns. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks. Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with pattern created through an ancient method that uses hand cut patterns with a resist soy bean and lime paste technique. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos.   Read more about our Home Collection offering here.  
Care
Because the deep rich blue of this artisanal hand dyed indigo, this piece will naturally age like denim, adding character.  We recommend washing before use to remove any excess indigo dye. Wash with cold water and a light detergent before line drying. Do not bleach.  
Order
All cushions made to order. A 50% deposit is required when you place your order, with the remaining balance due prior to delivery. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks.  
We welcome trade customers. Please contact us for wholesale prices and international shipping.
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INDIGO CUSHION – Alex McKenzie “Coffee Tea or Me” pattern
Alex McKenzie artist collaboration Coffee Tea or Me pattern Indigo medium sized cushion. 50cm wide X 50cm high Alex McKenzie "Coffee Tea or Me' pattern. The botanical motif refers to the 1960's pick up line from the glory days of civil aviation where flight attendants allegedly used this line while serving coffee and tea. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton. Measures 50cm wide x 50cm wide. The cushion has concealed zip, down stuffing and no inner lining. Made to order in a variety of sizes, finishes, and patterns. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks. Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with the pattern created through an ancient method that uses hand cut patterns with a resist soy bean and lime paste technique. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos.   Read more about our Home Collection offering here.  
Care
Because the deep rich blue of this artisanal hand dyed indigo, this piece will naturally age like denim, adding character.  We recommend washing before use to remove any excess indigo dye. Wash with cold water and a light detergent before line drying. Do not bleach.  
Order
Made to order. A 50% deposit is required when you place your order, with the remaining balance due prior to delivery. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks.  
We welcome trade customers. Please contact us for wholesale prices and international shipping.
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INDIGO KING SIZE BED COVER – Alex McKenzie “Birds and Bees” pattern indigo bed cover
ARTIST COLLABORATION INDIGO BED COVER - 250cm long X 260cm wide Alex McKenzie Birds and Bees pattern. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton.

Alex McKenzie Birds and Bees blue and white indigo pattern with triple stitched with selvedge and raw edges for our signature artisanal look.

Made to order in a variety of sizes, finishes and patterns. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks. Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with pattern created through an ancient method that uses hand cut patterns with a resist soy bean and lime paste technique. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos. Read more about our Home Collection offering here.  
Care
Because the deep rich blue of this artisanal hand dyed indigo, this piece will naturally age like denim, adding character.  We recommend washing three times before use to remove any excess indigo dye. Wash with cold water and a light detergent before line drying. Do not bleach.  
Order
All cushions made to order. A 50% deposit is required when you place your order, with the remaining balance due prior to delivery. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks.  
We welcome trade customers. Please contact us for wholesale prices and international shipping.
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INDIGO LARGE CUSHION – Alex McKenzie “Coffee Tea or Me” pattern
Alex McKenzie artist collaboration Coffee Tea or Me pattern Indigo large cushion. 60cm wide X 60cm high Alex McKenzie "Coffee Tea or Me' pattern. The botanical motif refers to the 1960's pick up line from the glory days of civil aviation where flight attendants allegedly used this line while serving coffee and tea. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton. Measures 60cm wide x 60cm wide. Cushion has concealed zip, down stuffing and no inner lining. Made to order in a variety of sizes, finishes and patterns. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks. Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with pattern created through an ancient method that uses hand cut patterns with a resist soy bean and lime paste technique. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos.   Read more about our Home Collection offering here.  
Care
Because the deep rich blue of this artisanal hand dyed indigo, this piece will naturally age like denim, adding character.  We recommend washing before use to remove any excess indigo dye. Wash with cold water and a light detergent before line drying. Do not bleach.  
Order
Made to order. A 50% deposit is required when you place your order, with the remaining balance due prior to delivery. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks.  
We welcome trade customers. Please contact us for wholesale prices and international shipping.
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INDIGO PILLOW SHAM – Alex McKenzie “Birds and Bees” pattern indigo pillow sham
Alex McKenzie artist collaboration "Birds and Bees" pattern Indigo pillow sham with frayed ends - 70cm long X 50cm wide Alex McKenzie Birds and Bees pattern. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton. Made to order in a variety of sizes, finishes and patterns. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks. Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with pattern created through an ancient method that uses hand cut patterns with a resist soy bean and lime paste technique. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos.   Read more about our Home Collection offering here.  
Care
Because the deep rich blue of this artisanal hand dyed indigo, this piece will naturally age like denim, adding character.  We recommend washing before use to remove any excess indigo dye. Wash with cold water and a light detergent before line drying. Do not bleach.  
Order
All cushions made to order. A 50% deposit is required when you place your order, with the remaining balance due prior to delivery. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks.  
We welcome trade customers. Please contact us for wholesale prices and international shipping.
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INDIGO PILLOW SHAM – Alex McKenzie “Coffee Tea or Me” pattern
Alex McKenzie artist collaboration Coffee Tea or Me pattern Indigo pillow sham. 70cm wide X 50cm high Alex McKenzie "Coffee Tea or Me' pattern. The botanical motif refers to the 1960's pick up line from the glory days of civil aviation where flight attendants allegedly used this line while serving coffee and tea. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton. Measures 70cm wide x 50cm wide. The pillow sham is printed with frayed edges. Made to order in a variety of sizes, finishes and patterns. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks. Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with a pattern created through an ancient method that uses hand cut patterns with a resist soy bean and lime paste technique. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos.   Read more about our Home Collection offering here.  
Care
Because the deep rich blue of this artisanal hand dyed indigo, this piece will naturally age like denim, adding character.  We recommend washing before use to remove any excess indigo dye. Wash with cold water and a light detergent before line drying. Do not bleach.  
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Made to order. A 50% deposit is required when you place your order, with the remaining balance due prior to delivery. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks.  
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INDIGO PLACEMAT – Alex McKenzie “Birds and Bees” pattern indigo placemat
Alex McKenzie artist collaboration "Birds and Bees" pattern Indigo placemat for the dinner table - 48cm long X 38cm wide Alex McKenzie Birds and Bees pattern. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton.

Placemat has double stitching detail with a reversible design for use either side

Made to order in a variety of sizes, finishes and patterns. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks. Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with pattern created through an ancient method that uses hand cut patterns with a resist soy bean and lime paste technique. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos.   Read more about our Home Collection offering here.  
Care
Because the deep rich blue of this artisanal hand dyed indigo, this piece will naturally age like denim, adding character.  We recommend washing before use to remove any excess indigo dye. Wash with cold water and a light detergent before line drying. Do not bleach.  
Order
All cushions made to order. A 50% deposit is required when you place your order, with the remaining balance due prior to delivery. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks.  
We welcome trade customers. Please contact us for wholesale prices and international shipping.
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INDIGO TABLE CLOTH – Alex McKenzie “Coffee Tea or Me” pattern
Alex McKenzie artist collaboration Coffee Tea or Me pattern Indigo table cloth. 150cm wide X 250cm high Alex McKenzie "Coffee Tea or Me' pattern. The botanical motif refers to the 1960's pick up line from the glory days of civil aviation where flight attendants allegedly used this line while serving coffee and tea. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton. Measures 260cm wide x 250cm wide.

This indigo table cloth has one central patterned panel and is a plain dye on the reverse side. This piece is reversible.

Made to order in a variety of sizes, finishes and patterns. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks. Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with a pattern created through an ancient method that uses hand cut patterns with a resist soy bean and lime paste technique. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos.   Read more about our Home Collection offering here.    
Care

Max 30 degree wash. Mild detergent, hand-wash or equivalent machine cycle with delicate detergent recommended. Do not soak or bleach, tumble dry or dry clean.

 
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Made to order. A 50% deposit is required when you place your order, with the remaining balance due prior to delivery. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks.  
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