Blog & Updates

Hi friends! May marks the start of longer days, warmer weather, and the unofficial kickoff to summer. From Mother’s Day, Graduations to Memorial Day gatherings, it’s a month full of celebration, sunshine and color! At ixöq, we’re embracing the season with bold, functional designs that bring joy to every corner of your day. While the national mood can feel heavy, especially here in D.C., we’re reminded of joy in the everyday—through shared meals, neighborly kindness, trips to the beach, and creative endeavors. Community, after all, is built from the ground up and we believe in finding beauty in connection. Whether...

Hi friends! At ixöq, every piece we create is a celebration of tradition, of women, and of our connection to the Earth—the colors, the textures, and the hands that shape sustainable recycled materials into something useful & lasting. This week, as we honor Earth Day and prepare for celebratory days to come - Mother’s Day. Father's Day. Teacher Appreciation - we’re reminded that both the planet and the people who guide us deserve our deepest care and reverence. Our Cestas, planters, and storage baskets are more than fashion and home accessories. They’re made with intention—crafted from natural materials and woven...

March 28 - Nothing like sneaking the monthly newsletter in at the last minute! We've been busy getting wholesale orders out to stores, which is always fun and exciting. We're deep in the process and should have the last orders out for early summer by mid May. We're also leaning into spring & excited to begin outdoor markets and to being open during the weekly farmers market (every saturday) in Brookland! Our full market schedule is below & our first outdoor market was in DuPont Circle, hosted by Takoma Collective & DuPont Little Flea Market. As an extra bonus the...

We are living in challenging times right now and to be honest being in DC is not easy. I'm trying to find solace in my work and have been reflecting on ixöq's story & the amazing community we have built. As director & co-founder, the strength of my work relies on a deep connection to our mission: empowering artisans, promoting sustainability, and bringing joy to homes through beautifully crafted goods. It’s easy to get lost in the daily hustle of running a business & in the world around us, but I constantly remind myself of the incredible impact we have—not...

As we stumble into a new year, I'm trying to stay focused and centered on ixöq and reflect on all that we accomplished together in 2024. Every purchase, every share of an email or on social, & every conversation about ixöq has contributed to something bigger—supporting artisans, preserving tradition, and making sustainable choices that matter. From creating beautiful spaces to building lasting connections, 2024 was a year full of milestones. Since at heart I'm a numbers gal, below are some 2024 insights for ixöq 'by the numbers'. Understanding and being transparent about numbers is important, so I wanted to share....