Awanya

Detroit, Michigan

3.4k
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4.9 (1.2k)

14 years
on Etsy

4.9 (1.2k)

3.4k
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14 years
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Last updated on Feb 11, 2025

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Asia Sikkila

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4.9 (1167)

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Evelyn on Mar 24, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

It’s a super cute and blend with the style I have in my dinning.

Asia responded on Apr 10, 2026

That looks stunning in your beautiful home. Thank you for the review and picture!♥️

Mudcloth Table Runner, Unique Dining Decor, Eclectic Home Decor,

Mudcloth Table Runner, Unique Dining Decor, Eclectic Home Decor,
Donna on Mar 3, 2026

4 out of 5 stars

Beautifully crafted. I later discovered same runners for close to $30 less on another website- would preferred it been comparable in price. Nonetheless, satisfied with the runner!

Asia responded on Mar 4, 2026

Thank you! ♥️

Mudcloth Table Runner, Unique Dining Decor, Eclectic Home Decor,

Mudcloth Table Runner, Unique Dining Decor, Eclectic Home Decor,
Tatyana on Apr 10, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

This piece is over the moon beautiful!! Love everything about it, thank you!

Handwoven Mudcloth Duster: Hand-Painted Cotton Textile Jacket

Handwoven Mudcloth Duster: Hand-Painted Cotton Textile Jacket
Etsy buyer on Apr 6, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Keep getting lots of compliments! Earrings as described! Not too heavy, so can wear all day!

Handmade Brass Sankofa Bird Earrings, Adinkra Symbol Earrings

Handmade Brass Sankofa Bird Earrings, Adinkra Symbol Earrings
Bruno’s on Apr 5, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Absolute perfection! This is my second purchase and this pattern is easily my favorite. The craftsmanship is excellent and the abstract motif is exactly what I was looking for. Definitely met my expectations.

Mudcloth Table Runner, Unique Dining Decor, Eclectic Home Decor,

Mudcloth Table Runner, Unique Dining Decor, Eclectic Home Decor,
Kelly on Mar 27, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful well made mudcloth vest!

Mudcloth Duster, Handwoven Cotton Cape, Bogolanfini

Mudcloth Duster, Handwoven Cotton Cape, Bogolanfini
Holly on Mar 26, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful piece. Well constructed. Colors are wonderful.

Zulu Telephone Wire Bangle: Handwoven South African Bracelet

Zulu Telephone Wire Bangle: Handwoven South African Bracelet
Holly on Mar 26, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

So happy with my purchase. Seller was a pleasure to deal with. Poncho was as described and I love the pattern.

White Mudcloth Poncho: Handwoven Boho Shrug, Mali Textile, Size Small

White Mudcloth Poncho: Handwoven Boho Shrug, Mali Textile, Size Small
Tiesha on Mar 14, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

I love every piece of mud cloth that I have purchased. I definitely the customer service I have gotten from Awanya.She has always answered any concerns I have had.

Asia responded on Mar 16, 2026

Thank you so much Tiesha!! you are amazing!!♥️

Indigo Mudcloth Duster: Hand-Dyed Mali Cotton Kimono

Indigo Mudcloth Duster: Hand-Dyed Mali Cotton Kimono
deborah on Mar 11, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Just what I was looking for

Mudcloth Shrug, Handwoven Cotton, White Mudcloth Crop Top

Mudcloth Shrug, Handwoven Cotton, White Mudcloth Crop Top

About Awanya

Mudcloth and Indigo Textiles, Couture and Home Decor

Sales 3,370

On Etsy since 2011

Mudcloth and Indigo Textiles, Couture and Home Decor

Sewing in the studio.
Indigo Ponchos in the sunshine.
Styling up the models at the photo shoot.
Photo shoot fun.

AWANYA translates as “tending the Earth” from the Diola language of the Casamance, Senegal in West Africa.

AWANYA :
“Tending the Earth”

I have always had a passion for traditional crafts and natural textiles. Over the years I’ve explored many different mediums and art forms. As a self-taught designer and artist creating one of a kind pieces has always been my intention and goal.

My travels brought me to beautiful places where I learned local languages, participated in traditional ceremonies, and immersed myself in culture. I learned to weave on a backstop loom in Guatemala, carve stone in Maine, and how to weave baskets by the river in Hawaii.
When I arrived in West Africa in the late 90’s I found my love for natural dying on locally woven cotton cloth called Bogolanfini, or ‘Mudcloth” . This fabric, along with natural indigo-dyed textiles became the medium that inspired Awanya.

Over the years I’ve had the honor to collaborate directly with amazing artisans to create my designs. My collections have evolved into ever-changing selections of sophisticated, dynamic apparel and home decor with both traditional and modern elements.

The rich texture of hand woven textiles inspire simple and sophisticated slow fashion. Each of my statement pieces is unique due to the hand dying of the fabrics.
By wearing an AWANYA garment or bringing a decorative piece into your home, it is my intention to inspire a sense of connection and empowerment. The spirit of these textiles has a richness that I hope will enrich your life.

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Seynabou Coly

Daughter, Designer, Loving Support

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Last updated on Oct 1, 2024

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Featured items

Mudcloth Duster: Handwoven Mali Cotton Boho Cape

White Mudcloth Poncho: Handwoven Boho Shrug, Mali Textile, Size Small

Mudcloth Vest, Bogolan Mudcloth, Handwoven Cotton Shawl

Handwoven Mudcloth Duster: Boho Cotton Vest

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African Cowrie Shell Statement Necklace

Hand Dyed Mudcloth Kimono: Boho Chic Wearable Art, Hand Painted Fabric

Green Mudcloth Ruana: Handwoven Cotton Wrap Shawl

Vintage Indigo Scarf: Hand-Dyed Cotton Textile Shawl

Indigo Mudcloth Pants, Mudcloth Fabric, Hand Painted Clothing

Mudcloth Pants, Zebra Mudcloth Fabric, Hand Painted Clothing

Black Mudcloth Textile: Handwoven Bogolan Fabric

Indigo Mudcloth Poncho: Hand-Painted Green Cotton Textile

Hand Dyed Mudcloth Kimono: Boho Chic Wearable Art, Hand Painted Fabric

Indigo Mudcloth Textile: Handpainted African Textile

Indigo Mudcloth Pants, Mudcloth Fabric, Hand Painted Clothing

Indigo Mudcloth Pants, Mudcloth Fabric, Hand Painted Clothing

Handwoven Mudcloth Textile: Brown Cotton Fabric, Hand-Painted

Handwoven Mudcloth Textile: Brown Cotton Fabric, Hand-Painted Mudcloth

Handwoven Mudcloth Textile: Brown Cotton Fabric, Hand-Painted

Indigo Mudcloth Top, Handwoven Cotton, Authentic Hand Dyed Mudcloth Shrug

Indigo Mudcloth Poncho: Hand-Painted Cotton Textile

Mudcloth Top, Handwoven Cotton Poncho, Authentic Hand Dyed Mudcloth

White Mudcloth Shrug, Handwoven Cotton Poncho, Mudcloth Bell Sleeves Top

Mudcloth Top, Handwoven Cotton Blouse, Authentic Hand Dyed Mudcloth

Indigo Mudcloth Fabric, Handwoven Cotton Textile, Blue Mudcloth

Handwoven Black Mudcloth Crop Top - Size Small

Indigo Dyed Bell Sleeve Top: Handwoven Boho Blouse

Boho Mudcloth Poncho, White Mudcloth Top, Handwoven Cotton Shrug

Zulu Telephone Wire Bangle: Handwoven South African Bracelet

Zulu Telephone Wire Bangle: Handwoven South African Bracelet

Zulu Telephone Wire Earrings, Colorful African Jewelry

Mudcloth Table Runner, Unique Dining Decor, Eclectic Home Decor,

Hand-Painted Mudcloth Ruana: Malian Bogolan Wrap, Natural Dyes

Indigo Mudcloth Textile: Handpainted African Textile

Indigo Mudcloth Textile: Handpainted African Textile

Indigo Mudcloth Textile: Handpainted African Textile

Authentic Mudcloth Textile, Handwoven & Naturally Dyed Lightweight Cotton

Authentic Bogolan Mudcloth Textile from Mali: Handwoven & Naturally Dyed Lightweight Cotton Fabric

Handwoven Cotton Indigo Dyed Wrap Vest

Indigo-dyed Rayon Kimono: Bohemian Fashion

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Seynabou Coly

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