Bold, bright & naturally dyed: Our favorite wool pillows

ByFiorella Madsen

If you’re anything like me, you love those special pieces that make your home feel personal and full of soul.

These pillows? They’re exactly that. 💫

Handwoven by amazing artisans in the Andes of Peru, each one is made with 100% sheep wool and dyed naturally using ingredients like cochineal, indigo, and native plants. No chemicals, no shortcut, just ancient know-how passed down for generations.

What I love most is how these bold, geometric patterns mix so beautifully with a minimal Scandinavian sofa (like the one in the photo). It’s that Latin–Scandi fusion I’m always talking about: bright, joyful energy meeting calm and clean lines.

Each pillow tells a story—of the mountains, the hands that wove it, and a design philosophy that values time, tradition, and sustainability. These aren’t mass-produced. They’re made in small batches with a lot of heart. 🧶

Style tip: Pair them with a neutral couch and a natural wood coffee table for that warm, global feel. Bonus points if you throw in a handwoven rug 😉

Hope you love them as much as I do 💖🤗✨

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