Straw marquetry

The use of rye or wheat straw in place of wood veneers to create marquetry patterns on furniture has been around for centuries. Straw marquetry, as it’s known, uses split and flattened straws applied in the traditional way to embellish wood surfaces. The practice involves some different types of tools and techniques, and the results can be stunning. Learn how to do it with these instructions from Gerard Williams.

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Capturing the light of our straw marquetry material

Straw marquetry is a traditional technique using rye grass to adorn custom furniture, wall panels and decorative objects.

Art craft workshop created in 2016 by Manon Bouvier Meilleur Ouvrier de France, Paelis specializes in straw marquetry.

Lison de Caunes, the star of straw marquetry Time stops when you find yourself at Lison de Caunes workshop nestled at the end of a charming Parisian courtyard. The acclaimed master of straw marquetry passionately works here, surrounded by her family and team, creating exclusive furniture and

Unravelling Pattern: islamic geometric patterns made by straw marquetry technique. Natural straws (dyed, bleached or raw) are used.

In the wake of a new revival, the craft of straw marquetry has unleashed a world of colour and patterning. Story by Laura Inguaggiato.