rayela

Rayela Art- Handmade in Kentucky

Paducah, Kentucky

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Rachel Biel

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rayela is taking a short break

Note from shop owner I am currently hard at work developing Artizan Made, an online collective. I will get back to my shop here when things calm down. https://www.artizanmade.com/
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Last updated on Aug 4, 2022

I am currently hard at work developing Artizan Made, an online collective. I will get back to my shop here when things calm down. https://www.artizanmade.com/
Rachel

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Rachel Biel

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Mireya on Jun 22, 2017

5 out of 5 stars

beautiful and very good communication.. I will send a photo of the baby dress...

Mola Blouse Insert 5, Abstract- Native Kuna Indian Reverse Applique

Mola Blouse Insert 5, Abstract- Native Kuna Indian Reverse Applique
Reviewed by Inactive on Oct 27, 2014

5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous, condition and quality just as described. Thank you so much.

Vintage Silk Sari: India- Royal Purple, Metallic Thread, 3

Vintage Silk Sari: India- Royal Purple, Metallic Thread, 3
Liora on Jan 16, 2014

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful textile--thanks so much! :)

Tribal Indian Textile- Banjara Large 5

Tribal Indian Textile- Banjara Large 5
Elizabeth on Jan 12, 2014

5 out of 5 stars

These Placemats are lovely. I am very well pleased with them, this shop and the service I have received. Thank you.

Vintage Placemat Set, Filet Crochet, Ecru, Item 8, 1950's

Vintage Placemat Set, Filet Crochet, Ecru, Item 8, 1950's
Anonymous on Aug 7, 2013

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent transaction

Senufo Bronze Pendant: Ivory Coast, Mali- Vintage Rider on Horse

Senufo Bronze Pendant: Ivory Coast, Mali- Vintage Rider on Horse
Anonymous on Jun 6, 2013

5 out of 5 stars

I love the way this brightens up my home, thanks for the quick and safe shipping!

Tribal Indian Textile- Banjara Large 4

Tribal Indian Textile- Banjara Large 4
Anonymous on Jun 6, 2013

5 out of 5 stars

This is really a lot nicer than I thought it would be, a happy customer!

Tribal Indian Textile- Banjara Large 10

Tribal Indian Textile- Banjara Large 10
Anonymous on Jun 6, 2013

5 out of 5 stars

Just what I wanted! Love it, thanks.

Tribal Indian Textile- Banjara Large 2

Tribal Indian Textile- Banjara Large 2
Anonymous on Apr 7, 2013

5 out of 5 stars

Superb!

Vintage Textile Stamp Set: India- Carved Wooden Animal Whistles, Item 20

Vintage Textile Stamp Set: India- Carved Wooden Animal Whistles, Item 20
Anonymous on Apr 7, 2013

5 out of 5 stars

EXCELLENT!!!!!!

Vintage Textile Stamp Set: India- Carved Wooden Animal Whistles, Item 14

Vintage Textile Stamp Set: India- Carved Wooden Animal Whistles, Item 14

About rayela

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Recycled bags made out of dog food bags. I made this!
Vintage textiles from around the world. My favorites come from Central Asia, India, Indonesia and Africa.
I sew. I love texture and dimension, so I do a lot of folding of bits and pieces and add them to what I make.
Check out my handmade supplies: ethnic patches, handmade fabric, salvaged embroidery pieces and more!

Rayela Art: a passion for handmade!

I've worked with ethnic crafts since 1988 in a variety of retail capacties and as a technical assistant to artists and small importers. My main focus has been in how crafts can contribute to economic development and allow people to live and work in their communities doing what they love and receiving fair wages. I support fair trade, the use of recycled materials, and those who employ sustainable practices. I now focus on textiles and fiber art as the place where this discussion starts. These themes are at the core of my website and blog: www.rayela.com.

I sell vintage ethnic textiles, handmade supplies and things that I make in my shop here.

In 2010, I launched an organization called TAFA: The Textile and Fiber Art List, www.tafalist.com. (Currently in redevelopment.)

In January, 2014, I launched a second site, Artizan Made: www.artizanmade.com. This site is a collective of handmade shops from around the world and include studio artists, fair traders and ethical importers. Handmade vintage and supplies are also welcome. They are invited to join based on the quality and originality of their products.

Questions? Send me a convo and I'll happily answer. Thank you for your interest!

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Rachel Biel

Owner, Maker, Buyer, Photographer, Shipper, Marketer, Creative Entrepreneur, Technical Assistance Provider

I've been working with cultural crafts since 1988, now focusing primarily on textiles and fiber art. I sew, knit and run a collective of handmade shops, Artizan Made. www.artizanmade.com I've lived in Brazil, Chicago and Kentucky. www.rayela.com

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Last updated on February 16, 2023

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