With Fall on the horizon, you may be considering changes or additions to your décor. And, in ways that enhance indoor comfort. There are many products from black owned brands in our home goods category that can advance your redecorating efforts. As the weather changes, keeping warm and cozy is essential. In this post therefore, our focus is on decorative pillows and throws. See the companies below for details.
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- Shop With Leslie Redbubble has a wide variety of pillows that include cultural and gardening themes. Pillows are double sided and made of soft and durable 100% spun polyester. Pillows are available in multiple sizes from 16 by 16 inches to 26 by 26 inches. Pillows can be ordered with or without the polyester filled insert.
- Art by Aleighsha (advertisement) offers a variety of culturally thematic and African print pillows. Pillows are double sided and 100% polyester. The zipper is concealed and the insert is included.
- Bespoke Binny (advertisement) offers a selections of pillows with African wax print on the front, and will on the back. A selection of throws in African wax print are also available.
- Delux Designs (advertisement) has a variety of culturally themed and representative pillows based on their art work. Pillows are double-sided and made of 100% spun polyester poplin fabric. Pillows are available for both indoors and outdoors, and they include the insert. A selection of throws is also available.
- It’s A Black Thang (advertisement) offers a diverse selection of throw pillows with cultural themes. They are 17 x17 and made of diverse textiles such as cotton and jacquard woven cotton.
- Karen Jai Home (advertisement) offers a large selection of 100% machine washable polyester pillows with inserts. Pillows are available in multiple sizes. A cover only options is available. Use the code SHOPWITHLESLIEBLOG at checkout.
- Lakay Designs (advertisement) offers a large selection of Ankara print, solid colored, and Egyptian themed throw pillows made of 100% soft spun polyester. African print oblong pillows are also available.
- Lanre Studio (advertisement) offers artistic double sided pillows in several sizes that are made of 100% polyester twill. The insert is included. Floor pillows are also available. A selection of throws are also offered that are crafted with sherpa fleece.
- Morgan Harper Nichols (advertisement) offers artistic offers artistic double sided pillows in several sizes that are made of 100% polyester twill. The insert is included. Floor pillows are also available. A selection of throws are also offered that are crafted with sherpa fleece.
- Off White (advertisement) offers a selection of pillows and throws made of mohair, polyamide, and cotton among other materials. Pillows are available in several sizes.
- PillowScript has pillows in the words of “Shine” and “Glow” at Target (advertisement).
- Tamika Barrow (advertisement) offers a selection of throw pillows made from 100% organic cotton. The insert is sold separately. Pillows can be ordered in a matte or luster finish and come are available in 16 or 20 inches.
- The Pairabirds (advertisement) offers artistic offers artistic double sided pillows in several sizes that are made of 100% polyester twill. The insert is included. Floor pillows are also available. A selection of throws are also offered that are crafted with sherpa fleece.
- Tiare Smith Designs (advertisement) offers a selection of artistic double sided pillows in several sizes that are made of 100% polyester twill. The insert is included. Floor pillows are also available. A selection of throws are also offered that are crafted with sherpa fleece.
- Vashti Harrison (advertisement) offers a selection of artistic double sided pillows in several sizes that are made of 100% polyester twill. The insert is included. Floor pillows are also available. A selection of throws are also offered that are crafted with sherpa fleece.
- XOJailynn (advertisement) offers a selection of artistic double sided pillows in several sizes that are made of 100% polyester twill. The insert is included. Floor pillows are also available. A selection of throws are also offered that are crafted with sherpa fleece.
- Africaboutik offers a selection of indigo tie-dye pillows, and several African print throws.
- AphroChic offers a large assortment of pillows in signature patterns inspired by African and African American culture. Patterns are on the front with a solid color on the back. Fabrics are cotton/linen blends and the pillow inserts contain 90% down feathers.
- BMike Brandan Odums offers microfiber pillows with cultural themes. These include “Black Jesus” and “I am my ancestors wildest dreams.”
- Bolé Road Textiles offers a large assortment of double-sided pillows in neutral and vibrant colors. Fabrics are handwoven in Ethiopia. Their fabrics include 100% Ethiopian cotton, cotton/acrylic, and polyester/acrylic blends. The pillows come with down/feather inserts. A varied assortment of throws are available in neutral and vibrant colors. Similarly, throw fabrics are handwoven in Ethiopia and include 100% Ethiopian cotton and cotton/acrylic blends.
- Effortless Composition offers a large selection of pillows in various colors, sizes, and textures (e.g. cotton and linen). Throws in different styles and textures are also available.
- Elle Gibson offers a variety of pillows in classic and traditional patterns. Patterns are available in multiple color palettes. Pillows comes in different fabrics such as 100% natural linen, cotton sateen, and linen/cotton blends. A feather insert is included, and pillows have a concealed zipper. Pillows are one-sided with a solid backing.
- Elouise & Ethel offer various “Black Girl Magic” themed and double sided pillows made of spun polyester.
- Brown Girls Club offers a selection of pillows with culturally relevant themes. Pillows are double-sided and made of 80% polyester and 20% fleece. Pillows are printed, cut, and sewn in the USA.
- Christoff Davis offers an assortment of patterned pillows in vibrant colors. Pillows are double-sided and fabrics are 100% spun from polyester poplin. The pillows are cut individually, sewn by hand, include a pillow insert, and hidden zipper.
- Coco’Pie Clothing offers a “pink lip pillow” cover which also includes the insert. The pillow is 80% polyester and 20% fleece.
- Don’t Sleep Interiors has a variety of pillow styles which also include the insert. Some pillows are made with vintage African textiles (e.g., Kuba and mudcloth). Other fabrics include 100% cotton and 100% ramie. Some pillows are one of a kind. Several pillows have cultural and political messages (e.g. quotes and tributes to public figures such as Malcolm X and Angela Davis). Pillows are one-sided with a solid or textured backing.
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- Izzie & Liv offer a variety of throw pillows with culturally relevant pictures and inscriptions. Pillows can be purchases with or without the insert.
- Justina Blakeney offers a variety of pillows in different textures and fabrics (e.g., wool, cotton, fringe, tassels, and acrylic). Pillows are inspired by global cultures, and you can select your filling (i.e., polyester or down).
- Kashmir.VIII offers a selection of pillows in vibrant colors that depict a mix or black, urban, and popular culture. These include “Big Momma, “S is for Soul,” and “Formation” themed pillows. Pillow are constructed of 100% spun polyester poplin, and have concealed zippers. Pillows are double-sided with selected designs on each side.
- Khristina A. Howell offers a variety of pillows in floral and plaid patterns. The pillows are made of 100% medium weight woven polyester, doubled-sided, and have a concealed zipper.
- Llulo offers African continent shaped (Nigerian African Pillows) pillows in several solid colors (e.g., brown and black). Pillow are constructed of faux leather or premium felt, and filled with 100% polyester. The pillows are described as firm.
- Malcolm X Legacy offers a selection of pillows with graphics paying homage to Malcom X. Graphics and pillows come in a variety of colors, with the graphic printed on both sides. Pillows include a zipper and insert.
- Modern Figures Podcast offers a reversible and double sided pillow made of spun polyester that celebrates women and girls in computing.
- Modish Decor Pillows offers pillows in a variety of colors and textures that can be customized (e.g., with a name, phrase, or logo).
- O T & O Home Interiors offers a selection of pillows in African prints among others in various sizes.
- Reflektion Design offers a variety of African print and wax print pillow covers. Some are double-sided and others have a coordinating color made of a cotton/linen blend on the back.
- Rochelle Porter offers a selection of doubled-sided pillows in bold and intricate print patterns. Fabrics are 100% certified organic cotton twill. Pillow inserts are optional, and made with soft fibers from recycled bottles . As such they are deemed safe for individuals with feather allergies.
- Threads by Dreads offers pillow cases in modern African styles. Pillow cases are made of 100% cotton imported from Ghana.
- xNasozi offers pillows by highly trained artisans. This includes pillows that are hand printed, hand dyed, and one of a kind. Pillows have various types of backings in concert with the print or woven fabric, and zipper or envelope enclosures. In general, down feather inserts are sold separately. Two types of indigo throws are also available.
In reviewing these companies and products, I found high quality fabrics, artisanship, and style. I hope you find a pillow or throw that works for you.
Happy shopping!
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