Blog & Updates

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....

Both November & December 2024 newsletters were extremely holiday shopping focused so are not included here as blog posts.  One exciting thing, worthy of note, was our inclusion in the Real Simple Magazine holiday gift guide! 

As we embrace Fall & take a tiny little breath before completely immersing ourselves in the holidays, I would like to take you behind the scenes of ixöq, where raw materials are transformed into the stunning, handwoven pieces your customers know and love. Each product tells a story of craftsmanship, tradition, and sustainable practices honed by artisans over generations. Take a step-by-step look at the journey of our products and discover what makes our pieces unique—each ixöq item you buy or stock has a story worth sharing! CHECK OUT SOME VIDEOS OF ARTISANS IN ACTION. From start to finish, the utmost...

It's hard to believe that we're almost midway through September & we're in our 4th month in the new space on Brookland Arts Walk. It's been so great to have a retail store front and I've loved getting to know the Brookland community & having you pop by. Thanks to everyone who's visited. It's such a great area, full of fabulous creatives, so if you haven't had a chance to visit you should! (Saturdays 9-1 are the best time, in conjunction with the weekly Fresh Farm Monroe Farmer’s Market). On Sept 15 the Arts Walk hosted the annual Clay Festival where...