Play, learn and explore with our beautiful silks! Silk scapes are so versatile and will support the creation of a vibrant and welcoming play space. They make wonderful canopies for hidden spaces, cane be used to create imaginative scenes or as dress-ups.
Children will be inspired to use these stunning silks in their own imaginative and creative ways. They are only as limited as a child's imagination.
There are many educational and play-based uses for these beautiful silks, you could;
- Create open-ended sensory play experiences
- Use as capes, rivers, skies or landscapes in imaginative play
- Include in story time, puppet shows or learning corners
- Hang as classroom décor or in a soft-focus area
- Encourage movement with dancing, twirling and exploring texture
- See how the twirl and flap on a windy day
Indigenous silks
Children can experience the beauty of Indigenous Australian art with the charming Celebration of Jagun, Connecting with Country and Community Connections silks. Each silks has been designed by Bundajalong artist Holly Sanders. Use these silks to engage children in stories of Indigenous culture and in turn, spark curiosity and conversation about first Australians. These stunning silks honour Indigenous artistic talent and the continued respect for Traditional Landowners.
The story behind the designs
Celebration of Jagun 💜
“The land, sky, waters, flora and fauna together all form Country. We sing, celebrate and dance about Country. There are no flora, fauna, waters, mountains or stars in the sky that is not interconnected with our culture or kin. It is inherent to our identity and is more than a place. We have a spiritual and cultural connection to Country.”
Connecting with Country 🩶
“This artwork represents women on country, respect and appreciation for all the women in our lives and everything they do for us. Women on Country would have cultural roles to help each other to gather and prepare food, take care of the children, knowledge of bush medicines, how to care and survive on the land and would carry out special women ceremonies.”
Community Connections 💛
“This work acknowledges the traditional owners of this land and pays respect to Elders past and present. This work represents our connections to communities and Country. We are resilient people, who connect spirituality to Country through our kinship, language, traditions and lore, this connects and entwines our people. The lines and meeting place symbols throughout the work represent our journey forward and working together as a community. The natural colours used throughout symbolise the colours and ochres of the land and Country.”
