We’ve created a space for you to experience our textiles first hand. The decor and furnishings of this unique home are filled with the results of our textile development work – beautiful natural wool-blended fabrics for bed sheets, towels, and bath mats. Our products are tested on the premises, and available for sale and custom orders in the ground floor studio / showroom.
The soft bed sheets are made from 90% wool, 10% silk. We heavily tested our sheets over the course of a year and the fabric gets better over many washes and looks ironed and fresh as the first time they were used.
Our model home features a combination of our contemporary and historical replica fabrics. The runner shown here is called Maple Leaf, an ingrain carpet design from the 1850’s. The Window Pane blanket hanging over the chair is an early American design, both woven by Thistle Hill Weavers, NY.
Shown here is a contemporary wool-silk, pink pillow using a modified herringbone, the couch is Angstadt pattern 99 from 18th century weavings of Jacob Angstadt, and the floor runner is a wool, Venetian inspired 100% wool runners are easy to keep clean and are durable for everyday heavy use. Fabrics woven at Thistle Hill Weavers, NY.
The towels are designed for functionality and longevity using time honored production techniques combined with modern wool-blended yarns. Very absorbent, fast drying, and maintain their beauty over many years, unlike traditional cotton towels. Woven by Thistle Hill Weavers, NY.
Enjoy the warmth of our wool blankets inspired by early American patterns, woven at Thistle Hill Weavers, NY. Blankets left to right, Patriot, Chief, and traditional Window Pane.
Our textiles are both functionally and esthetically beautiful and can be showcased in a variety of settings both modern and traditional. The runner shown here is called Maple Leaf, an ingrain carpet design from the 1850’s woven by Thistle Hill Weavers, NY.
What our guests say about us
Judith, January 2023
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We returned for another great stay in Alameda! Amazing hosts! Jennifer recommended some fun local attractions that our children really enjoyed. Convenient and safe location. Beautiful garden. Thank you!
Chris, October 2022
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I've stayed at many Airbnbs over the years, and Jennifer and Andreas are possibly the best hosts I've ever had. They were exceptionally friendly and accommodating in every possible way.
The place is great, too! Clean and modern, with high ceilings, a spacious kitchen with everything you might need, and reliable WiFi. The gated parking is really nice to have, since street parking can be hard to come by, and it's nice to know your car is safe.
Rungano, August 2022
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Walked in as strangers who share common passions, walked out as friends...! Jennifer and Andreas are 2 very special amazing people with a well manicured and thought out space. Can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed our stay. Thank you for opening up not just your home but your garden and welcoming us into
your world. Judith, August 2022
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Everything about our stay was excellent. The home is the upper floor of a spacious, restored Victorian. Everything about the space is high quality: the materials, furniture, appliances, kitchen supplies, everything. Unsurprisingly, all the textiles (towels, linens, rugs, drapes) were exquisite. The kitchen opens to an expansive deck overlooking a huge garden, which had to be my favorite space on the property. Jennifer & Andreas have thoughtfully cultivated a beautiful garden of native plants bursting with flowers, fruits, and vegetables. It was an inspirational and restorative space, and my kids loved it!
As for the practicalities - communication was a breeze (Jennifer & Andreas are warm and welcoming) and location was amazing. We are Bay Area natives currently living overseas, and this stay helped me really discover Alameda, which is convenient to the City, East Bay, and Peninsula and very quirky-cool. Jennifer & Andreas’ vision for regenerative design is also truly inspirational. Jennifer generously spent time educating my family - it was wonderful for our children to see these elements of growth, restoration, and sustainability in action. I can’t thank the hosts enough for one of the best Airbnb stays we’ve ever had.
Tim, July 2022
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One of the best airbnb I have stayed at, and I have stayed with many. The house was very clean, service friendly and helpful, just the right balance of home stuff but not too much. A real joy. Thanks
Jane, July 2022
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The most comfortable, well appointed Airbnb in Alameda. We were a party of 5 adults. We used all three sleeping rooms and found the accommodations, spacious, roomy and very quiet. The beds were comfortable and the linens exceptional quality. The kitchen has everything you will need for food prep. We used the outside deck frequently. The sustainable garden is lovely and if Jennifer or Andreas are around, they are happy to tell you about their vision. The home is close to downtown. Easy access to ferries and freeways. Off street parking is a huge plus in Alameda and was appreciated. Jennifer, Andreas and cohost, Brianna are readily available, gracious and welcoming. They made our stay very enjoyable.
Jorge, June 2022
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Thank you for a wonderful stay! We really enjoyed the our days in Alameda! Andreas and Jennifer are excellent hosts. Incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable about the area. The house is amazing and very well equipped, the garden is beautiful, and the textiles were fabulous. Best night’s sleep of your life. We will definitely be back!
Ramya, October 2021
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Lovely host. The house offers more space, comfort and utility than what we imagined from website. Our stay was wonderful. Our kids had more place to move around and play both inside and outside the house without disturbing anyone. It’s situated on main location with many food options nearby and very short driving distance (within a mile or two) to beach, shopping mall and restaurants. The best experience with host and the overall stay.
Maple, September 2021
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We loved our stay at this urban oasis! The space is exactly as advertised, clean, warm, and welcoming. We especially loved the deck area overlooking the garden and also the open concept kitchen, living room, and dining area. Jennifer and Andreas were great hosts and very accessible. They even offered the use of the claw foot tubs in the backyard for hot/cold soaks. Bonus points for the French doors in the dining area which provided a breezeway to the other side of the home where there were other big windows — great for air circulation especially during these covid times. We would definitely stay here again and very much look
forward to it!!
Damian, August 2021
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Best Airbnb experience I’ve had! Jennifer and Andreas are exceptional hosts. The home is spacious, remodeled, clean, and comfortable. Very quiet location on a really cool property. Gated private driveway is a huge perk! The yard and deck are great for relaxing. Unlike the majority of rental properties, there is nothing builder grade about this home. Everything is custom, new, and well-maintained. I hope to stay here whenever
I am in Alameda.