Anything Co. Maekake Japanese Traditional Apron
Don’t be fooled by this apron’s stunning design—it’s actually been used as a functional piece of workwear for centuries in Japan. They’re produced in Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture (the last remaining area of production in Japan) and made from durable cotton that’ll stand up to frequent use. These aprons from Anything Co. are made on century-old Toyota shuttle looms (yes, the car company, which originally started out as a loom manufacturer). They’re colored with a rich indigo using resist-dyeing techniques, which allows the original white shade of the fabric to come through in the design and not bleed or fade over time. We love how the color fades a bit with use—typically, this is a sign in Japan of well-worn beauty. The thick belts are also colored with white and red, both considered lucky colors, and are sturdy enough to offer lower back support when tied in a traditional fashion.
Kitchen Grips 2-Piece 5-Finger Chefs Kitchen Gloves
Handling hot kitchen equipment or serving dishes has never been safer than with these heat-resistant, stain-resistant, water-repellent fingered kitchen gloves. These dishwasher-safe mitts have a nonslip grip from the raised nub surface pattern, which allows for more insulation between your hand and a hot surface. The result is a better and safer grasp, even as the mitts remain soft and flexible. Made from FLXaPrene™ material and Kevlar® stitching, their surface rejects bacteria buildup and is easy to clean in the dishwasher. Plus they are water repellent to protect hands from steam and liquid burns. These functional mitts offer high-quality workmanship that has been subjected to rigorous testing standards—no detail is overlooked.
Lolo Mercadito Hand-Embroidered Tortilla Warmers
Traditional Mexican embroidery adorns this lovely fabric-style tortilla warmer. It's made from 100% cotton, with inner batting to help insulate the tortillas to keep them flexible for filling tacos. We recommend microwaving the warmer itself before use, so your tortillas will keep warm for the duration of your meal.
Shupatto Foldable Tote
Cleverly designed in Japan, meet the Shupatto: the “one-pull” foldable bag. A perfect replacement for single-plastic bags, the slim-profiled Shupatto folds down neatly, so it’s easy to take on the go to carry groceries, shopping and baked goods. To open, the folded accordion pleats expand into a roomy bag; to quickly close, pull both ends of the bag until taut pleats form again, then roll back into a coil for storage. The Shupatto is made from lightweight (just 69 grams) durable material, too; when tested by the makers, the pleats still folded perfectly after 100 cycles in a washing machine. And the quick-drying material can handle wet or messy items, too. The Ougi print features a traditional Japanese folding hand fan. The Sakura print features a classic cherry blossom motif.
Rike & Co. The Jenny Halter Apron
Introducing the Jenny, Rike & Co’s halter apron named after founder Melissa Baldino’s big sister. With its unique halter neck, the Jenny is a little bit sexier than your average apron, adding a touch of sophistication and allure to your cooking routine. Like all their designs, the Jenny features two large pockets for your phone, glasses and more. Furthermore, the Jenny comes with long apron ties that can be fastened in the front or back, according to your preference.
Rike & Co. The Missy Sleeveless Apron
Introducing the "Missy," Rike & Co’s high-collar wrap Hauskleid design—a tribute to the timeless elegance of the Austrian jacket. Whether you're entertaining guests, shopping for food, or simply aiming to add a touch of glamour to your everyday routine, the Missy is the perfect choice. Like all their designs, the Missy features two spacious pockets for your phone, glasses and more. Furthermore, the Missy comes with long apron ties that can be fastened in the front or back, according to your preference.
Rike & Co. The Rike Half Apron
The "Rike" is more than just a half-apron; it's a beautifully designed piece that pays homage to the classic Dirndl apron. With an empire waist and handcrafted pleating, it features two spacious pockets for your phone, glasses and more.
Rike & Co. The Rosa Wrap Apron
The "Rosa" is a tribute to Melissa Baldino’s Oma (grandmother), who wore her Hauskleid every time she cooked. The Rosa design is a stunning wrap dress that features an elegant long belt and airy sleeves, making it the perfect blend of comfort and style. Plus, you can even wear it out to the market, making it a truly versatile piece for any occasion. Like all Rike & Co’s designs, the Rosa features two spacious pockets for your phone, glasses and more. Furthermore, the Rosa comes with long apron ties that can be fastened in the front or back, according to your preference.
Atelier Miyabi Tenugui — Set of 2
Nearly ubiquitous in Japanese households, tenugui are decorated, all-purpose cloths analogous to the western bandana. They can be used for everything from washcloths, dishtowels and oven mitts to food storage–perfect as an all-in-one sandwich wrapper and napkin. You can even use tenugui as wrapping paper, a head wrap or handkerchief. Consider them a sustainable alternative to reaching for paper towels to clean up a spill or wrapping up leftovers instead of plastic wrap. And these ones from Atelier Miyabi are 100% cotton, so they dry quick and soften with every wash. Set of two available in blue or red.
Verve Culture Market Tote Backpack
Style meets practicality with the woven Market Tote Backpack, a shopping basket that can be worn as a backpack (with adjustable straps!) or carried using the two leather handles at the top. Even better, there is an interior lining and pull cord to cover your purchases and protect them from the elements. Made with Dwarf Palm from the Fez region, artisans hand weave the material before it is finished by leather workers in Marrakesh. Wear it as a backpack (with adjustable straps!) or carry it using the two leather handles at the top. Carry your farmers market haul or picnic just about anywhere with the help of this handy pack.
Maron Bouillie Market Tote "Eggplant - Zucchini"
Designed and handcrafted in Paris, Maron Bouillie’s Market Tote is both an environmentally conscious and functional choice for everyday shopping. Made from recycled and organic materials, this tote features an inner pocket to store keys, phone and wallet, and is large enough to fit all of your farmer’s market shopping. Plus, the design is on theme, featuring piles of bright eggplants and zucchinis. An added bonus? This bag is machine washable, so it can be thrown in the wash at your convenience.
Maron Bouillie Market Tote "Radish - Carrots"
Designed and handcrafted in Paris, Maron Bouillie’s Market Tote is both an environmentally conscious and functional choice for everyday shopping. Made from recycled and organic materials, this tote features an inner pocket to store keys, phone and wallet and is large enough to fit all of your farmer’s market shopping. Plus, the design is on theme, featuring bunches of bright radishes and carrots. An added bonus? This bag is machine washable, so it can be thrown in the wash at your convenience.
Cuisipro Kitchen Grips Oven Mitt
Handling hot kitchen equipment or serving dishes has never been safer than with this heat-resistant, stain-resistant, water-repellent oven mitt. This dishwasher-safe mitt has a nonslip grip from the raised nub surface pattern, which allows for more insulation between your hand and a hot surface. The result is a better and safer grasp, even as the mitt remains soft and flexible. Made from FLXaPrene™ material and Kevlar® stitching, the surface rejects bacteria buildup and is easy to clean in the dishwasher. Plus it is water repellent to protect hands from steam and liquid burns. This functional mitt offers high-quality workmanship that has been subjected to rigorous testing standards—no detail is overlooked. Available in small and large, sold one to a set. Color varies from picture - product will be all black.
Tensira Half Apron With Pockets
Hand spun, woven and dyed in West Africa, Tensira’s striped half aprons were made just for Milk Street. A sustainable, functional and beautiful addition to your kitchen, these aprons feature two handy front pockets and an easy wrap-around tie to help secure around your waist. Made of 100% cotton using traditional looms with practices that eliminate fabric waste and highlight traditional Guinean practices of weaving and indigo dying.
Tensira Full Apron
Hand spun, woven and dyed in West Africa, Tensira’s striped full aprons were made just for Milk Street. A sustainable, functional and beautiful addition to your kitchen, these aprons feature an adjustable button neck loop, two handy front pockets and an easy wrap-around tie to help secure around your waist. Made of 100% cotton using traditional looms with practices that eliminate fabric waste and highlight traditional Guinean practices of weaving. Available in four beautiful colors.
Vintage French Tea Towels — Set of 2
Collected from flea markets and brocantes—French for second-hand shops—these beautiful vintage kitchen towels are made of linen or cotton and hand embroidered. Each towel set is one of a kind, so one may have a monogram and the other may not. Please note each product is one of a kind–items received may vary from those pictured
J. Catma Upcycled Kantha Apron — Coral Colorway
Kantha, the ancient embroidery tradition from India, can be traced back to the first or second century. The needlework gave new life to old cloth by upcycling and repurposing various fabrics. Traditionally, the technique was used to create quilts, encompassing layers of old cotton or silk cloth sewn together using a running stitch, or kantha stitch, of coarse thread. The J. Catma Kantha Apron now applies this unique approach to exclusively sourced, colorful vintage textiles resulting in these soft, thick, one-of-a-kind aprons. These authentic pieces come directly from artisans in India who curate and produce them in small batches. You won’t find these kitchen accessories anywhere else.
Made from a range of beautiful upcycled textiles, each apron is unique, coming directly from artisans in India who source the colorful vintage fabric and produce them in small batches.
Please note, these aprons are all handmade, no two will be alike. Choose the color way you like, however the exact pattern/patchwork will not exactly the same as shown in the pictures. We love the adjustable neck, as it helps ensure a comfortable fit. And these vibrant, durable aprons are unlikely to fade with use, as they’ve already been pre-washed to ensure their rich colors stay true.
J. Catma Upcycled Kantha Apron — Red/Pink Color Way
Kantha, the ancient embroidery tradition from India, can be traced back to the first or second century. The needlework gave new life to old cloth by upcycling and repurposing various fabrics. Traditionally, the technique was used to create quilts, encompassing layers of old cotton or silk cloth sewn together using a running stitch, or kantha stitch, of coarse thread. The J. Catma Kantha Apron now applies this unique approach to exclusively sourced, colorful vintage textiles resulting in these soft, thick, one-of-a-kind aprons. These authentic pieces come directly from artisans in India who curate and produce them in small batches. You won’t find these kitchen accessories anywhere else.
Made from a range of beautiful upcycled textiles, each apron is unique, coming directly from artisans in India who source the colorful vintage fabric and produce them in small batches.
Please note, these aprons are all handmade, no two will be alike. Choose the color way you like, however the exact pattern/patchwork will not exactly the same as shown in the pictures. We love the adjustable neck, as it helps ensure a comfortable fit. And these vibrant, durable aprons are unlikely to fade with use, as they’ve already been pre-washed to ensure their rich colors stay true.