We are tea, coffee, and matcha lovers, and this love stretches far beyond our filled cups. We are sisters—Marga van der Vet, textile artist, and Paula Kuitenbrouwer, fine artist and illustrator—and, unfortunately, we live many miles apart. But we still share digital tea together. It’s comforting, and so much better than no tea at all. We even send each other teabags and matcha powder to keep the tradition alive. Tea, coffee, and matcha are our loyal, silent, and nourishing friends, always part of our creative process. So it’s no surprise that, out of all this love, we create handmade textiles and visual arts inspired by matcha, coffee, and tea.
Yesterday, I went shopping in Germany. Not because I wanted to buy everything in sight or stock up on supplies, but because I live just a stone's throw from the German border. Sometimes, driving to Germany is simply a shorter trip than driving to the nearest Dutch cities.
Photo: Marga for Stockphotography
Then there’s Japan itself—a country that has always fascinated me. From its cutting-edge infrastructure to its grace under pressure—whether handling natural disasters or pandemics—Japan seems light-years ahead of many Western European nations. I adore its arts and crafts, too. I’ve dived into Sashiko embroidery, studied its ceramics, and marveled at its temples. So, when my daughter brought Japanese tea into my life, I was more than willing to take a sip.
The dragonflies have discovered a bowl filled with green liquid. We can’t blame them for being puzzled.
Well, picture a cozy table. Actually... scratch "cozy." Picture a table completely covered in clutter! Broken items, damaged clothes, and even second-hand quilts waiting for a big update. This table center-stages our living room. My husband and I have our own station at the table:
Matcha is a serious business. It is surrounded with discussions about its quality, its complex preparation, its fascinating accessories like that bamboo whisk, and of course, the most wonderful wabi-sabi (侘び寂び) ceramics.
If you love matcha, you've probably noticed that not all matcha looks the same. Some powders are bright and vibrant, while others are darker or even a little olive-coloured.
They’re the result of one of our creative brainstorms, evolving from the timeless regular teapot cozy. This smaller individual cozy keeps your brew warm while you work, answer to a call, or step away to print, create, or walk your dog. One-cup warmers are our answer to life’s 101 distractions. Why let all these little interruptions cool down your matcha, tea, or coffee? With a cozy, you won’t need to rush to the kitchen for extra hot water—just cover your cup.
(Bonus: it keeps flies from sneaking a sip, too)
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A beautiful apron should be just as enjoyable to wear as it is practical to use. This handmade apron is crafted from 100% pure linen and designed with a timeless, feminine silhouette. Delicate gathers between the bib and skirt create a soft, elegant look, while the extra-long ties allow for a comfortable and adjustable fit.
Each apron can be made truly personal. Choose a beautifully embroidered name, the delicate dried-flower design shown in the example, or, where suitable for embroidery, your own logo. This makes the apron a thoughtful gift for a passionate home cook, baker, florist, creative entrepreneur or anyone who appreciates handmade quality.
Available in a wide range of linen colours, this apron can also be customised in both length and size. Thanks to its adjustable design, the standard sizing comfortably covers XS through XXL, while bespoke measurements are always possible.
Made with care, attention to detail and a love for traditional craftsmanship, each apron is created especially for you.
Features
Linen apron without embroidery €69
Apron with embroidered name €€89
Apron with dried-flower embroidery €99
Apron with custom embroidered logo €129+
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Should you like to commission us for a Mandarin Duck One Cup Warmer, for your partner, lover, or Valentine, contact us freely.
