Guest Picks: Let's Go Indigo!

Indigo as a color is a dark, classic foil to all the bright neons and shiny metallics trending on the design spectrum now. Indigo as a dye has a rich history that goes back to as early as A.D. 600 in Japan, when deep indigos were the most-used dyes for Japanese shibori fabrics. I'm crushing hard on this old dye, along with all of the modern examples of indigo. Here are 20 finds for all you fellow indigo lovers. — Jen from The Haystack Needle

Indigo Rail Cotton Dhurrie - $39 This simple striped rug would probably look ho-hum in any other color, but the rich indigo looks luxe and oh so pretty.


Natural Indigo Antique Feedsack Quilt Cushion by Squid Whale Designs - $35 Patchwork meets indigo meets antique feed sack textiles. There's so much to love about this pillow.


Textured Dip Bowl, Indigo Lines - $4 I always like to go classic when it comes to serving dishes; I'm not one to buy a dish in a trendy pattern or color. And that's why I love this indigo bowl. It doesn't time stamp you at 2013. It feels timeless and would add a pretty pop of blue to the table.


Indigo Blue Dish Towel by Handmade by Me Shop - $18 I'm obsessed with the block-print indigo pattern on these tea towels. I wish it came in wallpaper form — just imagine one wall or a powder room covered in this print.


Indigo Hand-Dyed Shibori Pillow/Cushion Cover by Rebecca Desnos - $46.09 Tie-dye and indigo have been a perfect match for centuries. And yet somehow this pretty, subtle combo still feels fresh and modern — maybe because I grew up always seeing tie-dye in rainbow colors.


Sunbrella 45690-0000 Luxe Furniture Fabric, Indigo - $38.85 This Sunbrella fabric will bring high design to your deck chairs. The indigo blue is more unexpected than black and luxe looking.


Overdyed Turkish Rug, Indigo Royal Blue by We Make Rugs - $899 I'm loving the overdyed Turkish rugs trend. The indigo dye on this one is amazing. I want it for my living room.


Indigo Dyed Flags by This Little Coyote - $35 This indigo-dyed bunting features modern patterns on square flags. I'd leave it up year-round as a simple, whimsical decoration. Who says you need a party to hang up a pretty garland?


Dulcie Mixing Bowl, Blue - $36 The specks of indigo on this serving bowl add a special, handmade feel. I'd serve a big batch of my guacamole in it — a pretty bowl elevates even the simplest dish.


Moda Crossing Fabric, Indigo - $10.26 I heart this fabric. It's so simple and so sweet, and I'm crushing on the indigo color.


Hudson Swoop Chair, Indigo Ikat - $199.99 I like to keep my upholstered furniture simple and don't normally go for a pattern — but I love the indigo fabric on this chair. (I just wish the chair had different legs.)


Framed Indigo Prints - $99 These denim indigo prints would be a great pick for a traditional-style space. I love how unusual pieces like these sometimes show up at big stores like Pottery Barn.


MarthaCelebrations Ornate Paper Cocktail Plates, Indigo - $3.50 Paper plates can feel just as special as china when they're scalloped and patterned in indigo-blue fretwork. I'd set the table with these chic Martha Stewart plates for a shower or grown-up celebration.


Bali Batik Beach Towel, Indigo and Blue - $149 Towels have never looked so regal! The tonal pattern in a saturated indigo color makes this a standout.


Kitchen Art Print, Blueberry by Anek - $45 This modern art print features indigo blueberries running off the paper. I'd love it for my kitchen wall.


MarthaCelebrations Giant Round Balloons, Indigo - $10 Balloons make me happy, and really big round ones make a party feel instantly special. Just one or two of these giant indigo balloons would be perfect at a celebration.


Handmade Indigo Dip-Dyed Napkins by Mr. Blue Skye - $40 I would totally gift these indigo-dyed tea towels to a friend as a housewarming gift. And I'd love to use them as inspiration to make my own set (because I'd want a dozen).


Indigo Organic Glaze Dinner Plates, Set of 2 - $13.98 I used to be resistant to both dark dishes and gold silverware. Now I love both, especially this rich indigo-colored plate.


Kaufman Nautique Chambray Anchors Fabric, Indigo - $8.98 I can see so many projects for which this fabric would be perfect. The indigo anchors are so cute! I'd love to use this in my son's room.


Indigo Check Tablecloth - $248 Rad tablecloth for your next dinner party? Check. Indigo? Check. If I didn't have two messy kiddos at home, I'd be snagging this right up.

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