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Minnesota-based fiber artist Mandi Smethells has hand-coiled countless colorful cotton birds, bees, butterflies, and flower bouquets in the four years since she first got bit by the textile bug, but her shop’s best-sellers by far are her iconic rainbow wall hangings—cheerful, pastel-wrapped confections dangling hand-tied ivory-tassel clouds.
Whether you’re shopping for a kid or a fiber art collector, the appeal of both Mandi’s style and her subject matter is universal. “I love the rainbow and everything that it stands for,” Mandi says. “It really is about joy.” Fiber rainbow wall hanging from Mandi Smethells, $125
8 comments
Gabriel from TuxedoCatCurations said 2 years ago
I know what I'm getting my niece this year ;)
Oonah from unatuna said 2 years ago
Rainbows are the coolest!!!!!!
Nicole from KarmaCodeOne said 2 years ago
So sweet ~ Looks like wonderful craftsmanship ~ Positive rainbow vibes ~ Soothes my ugly cry
Kashuen Collectibles from Kashuen said 2 years ago
I like the fact that so many things you can make with fiber. Possibilities are endless.
Cointrelle Vintage Clothing from Cointrelle said 2 years ago
This is SOOOO cute!!!!
Julia K Walton from JuliaKWalton said 2 years ago
These are so adorable! 🌈
Naomi Levitin from NaomiLevitin said 2 years ago
These are so fun!
Anna from FairyToysWorld said 2 years ago
I like these tender colors. Raibow is always nice decor for a nursery.