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Hand-stitched Kenyan heritage

One of one. Made by hand.

Original hand-stitched artworks created by Kenyan artisans through Cross Stitch International and curated by Jamari Homes. Each work is unique and is retired once acquired, preserving its individuality and provenance.

Collection 01

Majestic Mane

A study of movement, strength and freedom, captured stitch by stitch through the beauty of the horse.

The Stallion's Focus, hand stitched heritage artwork

JHA 1905

The Stallion's Focus

Artisan David 126 × 75 cm (49.6 × 29.5 in)

The Foundation Of The Herd, hand stitched heritage artwork

JHA 1907

The Foundation Of The Herd

Artisan Dorcas 231 × 135 cm (90.9 × 53.1 in)

Artisans mapping the pattern and colours of a new heritage piece

The Making

From two weeks to six months in the making.


  1. 01 Artwork selection & preparation
  2. 02 Pattern and colour mapping
  3. 03 Hand stitching by trained Kenyan artisans
  4. 04 Washing, finishing & quality inspection
  5. 05 Professional framing & preservation

Commission a heritage artwork

Behind every piece

Every acquisition carries a story beyond the frame.


Through Cross Stitch International, the craft creates opportunities for Kenyan artisans while preserving skills, stories and heritage through hand-stitched art.