THE KANGA THROW masai today the project brings together

today the project brings together 120 Maasai “mamas” who bead using traditional methods refined with modern innovations

this limited-edition towel preserves the textile’s original design

traditionally worn by East African women

No two mochilas are alike

handwoven strap is designed to be worn across the body

THE KANGA THROW masai today the project brings togetherMade from vintage Tanzanian kangas and backed with soft fleece, this generous throw is designed to move easily from home to open air: spread out beneath a tree, folded over the back seat, layered on a sofa, or wrapped around your shoulders when the day cools. The kanga is one of East Africas most beloved textiles: a cotton cloth worn along the Swahili coast for well over a century as a wrap, shawl, baby sling, head covering, and gift to mark lifes