Summer Styling: How to Lighten Up Your Home with Cotton Throws & Natural Textures
Posted on June 13 2025,
As temperatures rise, our homes deserve a seasonal refresh—lighter layers, natural textures, and breathable fabrics help create a calm, cooling retreat. Whether you’re hosting garden guests or simply swapping winter comforts for summer ease, Kiota’s handmade cotton throws, woven baskets and artisan-crafted accents are here to transform your space with intentional style.
Light Layers for Breezy Days
Heavy fabrics out, airy cotton in. Our handmade cotton throws & blankets, like the Neutral Cotton Throw with Fringing, are ideal for summer layering. Drape them over your bed, sofa or favourite reading chair for added texture without the weight. These neutral-toned throws bring softness and flexibility, letting you switch up your look with the seasons—and making them perfect for Scandi, minimalist, or boho interiors.
Natural Materials = Summer Calm
Summer styling is all about nature-inspired textures. Add woven storage baskets like the KUNDI Natural and Black Block Basket or CHAMA Natural Basket to your living room, bedroom, or bathroom. They’re not just beautiful—they’re breathable, sustainable, and functional. Tuck away blankets, toys, or even rolled-up throws for guests.
These handwoven baskets are made by artisan groups in Kenya using sisal and natural dyes, supporting fair trade and adding authenticity to your home.
Add Reed Baskets for Lightness & Airflow
Reed baskets are a perfect summer styling choice—light, breathable, and full of raw, natural elegance. Handwoven in Morocco, our reed baskets are made using traditional techniques that celebrate simplicity and sustainability. Their open weave and lightweight structure make them ideal for storing summer linens, beach towels, or even as decorative plant holders.
Not only do these natural reed baskets complement neutral or rustic interiors, they also improve airflow and reduce humidity, helping to create a cooler and healthier home environment—especially during the warmer months. Their calming, earthy tone makes them a seamless addition to minimalist, bohemian, or coastal-inspired spaces. Explore our Reed Basket Collection
Embrace Earthy Neutrals for Summer Ease
Neutrals aren't just for winter. Summer interiors benefit from the grounding calm of soft beiges, sand tones, and sun-washed whites. Use neutral cushion covers, cotton throws and handcrafted wall decor like the KITAMBO Large Fringed Wall Hanging or the Dpodpo Handwoven Fan to build gentle contrast and visual interest—without overwhelming colour.
These natural textures reflect light and allow your space to feel cooler, more open, and effortlessly styled.
Designed for Summer & Beyond
At Kiota, we believe in styling that’s both seasonal and sustainable. Our artisan-made products are designed to evolve with your space, offering timeless beauty year-round. And with lightweight cotton, natural grass, and ethically sourced materials, your home will feel just as good as it looks.
Until next time!
Kathryn