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Accessorizing with Soul: The Mollie Bauhaus Throw
Posted by Hangai Mountain Textiles on Feb 19th 2024
The exclusive Mollie Bauhaus throw, thoughtfully designed and produced by Aspen Valley-based Hangai Mountain Textiles, pays homage to the influential Bauhaus movement that left an indelible mark on Aspen's art and aesthetic. This luxurious throw is knit in Mongolia, where herders hand-comb the finest cashmere fibers. The Mollie throw combines rich yet subdued colors - olive, burgundy and other natural tones - inspired by Aspen’s natural landscape. Crafted in collaboration with a small family-ow
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Happy Tsagaan Sar 2023!
Posted by Betina Infante on Mar 7th 2023
Greetings on this joyous occasion of Tsagaan Sar! Wishing you all happiness, good health, and success in the year ahead. The year of the Rabbit is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and good luck. A special thank you to our valued clients and Mongolian partners for your continued support and partnership. Happy Lunar New Year of the Rabbit.Tsagaan Sar is the Mongolian term for the Lunar New Year celebration, which is one of the most important traditional holidays in Mongolia. The holiday is cel
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Interview with Studio Zung in NYC
Posted by WRITTEN BY SARAH HEE JOO HAHN on Nov 11th 2021
ARTISAN WEDNESDAY | BETINA AND BILL INFANTE FROM HANGAI MOUNTAIN TEXTILESTo gather a deeper and more intimate connection with the artists and artisans we work with, we asked each to answer a series of questions. We will be showcasing each Q+A in correlation with our familial content. Enjoy!x Shop ZungWithout giving away your location, describe where you are right now. What are the things you see, smell, or hear around you? Old oak trees shrouded in Spanish moss line shaded streets. The cicadas
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The Sustainable Future of the Mongolian Steppe
Posted by Annika Furman on Jun 7th 2019
The Mongolian Steppe is a fragile ecosystem that relies on the animals and people that occupy it to keep it healthy. As herd sizes of goats, sheep, camels, and yaks increase, the steppe is beginning to be degraded by overgrazing and improper circulation of these animals. Goats and the demand for their cashmere have the largest negative impact on the steppe, whereas yaks degrade the environment far less. In order for Mongolia to grow economically, herders must understand how to sustainably maint
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The Home of a Mongolian Ger
Posted by Annika Furman on Jun 7th 2019
For people all around the world, their home is a manifestation of who they are. Culture, interests, and family are woven into their dwelling, creating a unique place for them to provide and prosper. Homes are not just insulation and beams. They represent the needs and desires of those who live inside. An American home can represent our busy schedules and unique style. We decorate our house with abstract paintings and décor while leaving office space to tend to emails. For many other cultures th
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