A charming set of four natural linen napkins, handprinted in the UK with an original Bumble Bee design inspired by one of our most important little garden visitors.
The bee begins as an original hand-drawn pen illustration before being carefully transferred onto a silk screen and printed by hand onto high-quality natural linen. As a lovely finishing touch, the yellow stripes on every bee are individually hand-painted, giving each one its own subtle character.
Positioned quietly in the bottom corner of each napkin, the little bee adds a playful detail without taking away from the beautiful texture and simplicity of the natural linen.
Each napkin is individually handmade and handprinted, so no two will be exactly alike. These small variations are part of their charm and celebrate the traditional, hands-on process behind every piece.
Perfect for slow breakfasts, summer lunches in the garden or a relaxed supper with friends, they are special enough for gatherings yet practical enough to use every day. Natural linen becomes softer and more characterful with washing, making these the sort of pieces to use and enjoy rather than save for best.
Made with sustainability at the heart of the process, they offer a beautiful, reusable alternative to disposable table linens and make a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves nature, British craft and beautifully made things.
Details
- Set of 4 linen napkins
- Original hand-drawn Bumble Bee illustration
- Handprinted in the UK
- Yellow bee stripes individually hand-painted
- Natural linen
- Approx. 42 × 42 cm each
- Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified
- Wash at 30°C
- Designed to soften beautifully with use and washing
Due to the handmade nature of these napkins, slight variations in the print and hand-painted details are to be expected and make each piece subtly unique.
About the Makers
Wee Bothy Art is a mother-and-daughter studio inspired by Britain’s natural landscape. Eleanor and Holly create their botanical designs by hand, using traditional linocut and screen-printing techniques on natural linen and cotton. Thoughtfully made with eco-friendly dyes and a wonderfully slow approach to their craft, their pieces are designed to be used, loved and enjoyed for years.