The Array Embroidered Cushion – Indigo Editions 1 & 2 presents a meeting of artistic voices, where Makoto Kagoshima’s expressive botanical world is deepened through the hand of Alice Kettle. Printed on linen, Array Indigo unfolds as a richly layered composition, its inky ground intensifying the vibrancy of the floral motifs, creating a sense of depth, contrast and quiet drama.

Kagoshima’s signature spontaneity and charm are evident in the fluid arrangement of forms, where flowers and foliage appear almost in motion, imbued with a narrative quality that feels both playful and composed.

Each cushion is hand embroidered by Alice Kettle, whose intuitive, painterly stitching transforms the printed surface into a tactile, dimensional artwork. Using cotton thread, she traces and responds to the design, introducing gesture, rhythm and subtle disruption. No two pieces are alike; each becomes a singular edition, defined by the movement of the artist’s hand.

US & EU: Cushion covers only
UK: Includes feather insert

Size: 50x50cm / 19.69"x19.69"
Front: Array Indigo print by Makoto Kagoshima with hand embroidery by Alice Kettle
Back: Malmedy linen in ecru
Detail: Cotton embroidery & Vertelli Piping Azzurro

About the Artists

Makoto Kagoshima is a Japanese ceramic and textile artist celebrated for his joyful, hand-drawn motifs that blend nature, folklore and imagination. His work is characterised by a spontaneous line and a distinctive use of colour, creating pieces that feel both playful and deeply considered.

Alice Kettle is internationally recognised for her expressive embroidered works, where stitch becomes a form of drawing. Her intuitive, painterly approach transforms textiles into narrative surfaces, with works held in major collections including the V&A. In this collaboration, her hand overlays Kagoshima’s design with movement and individuality, bringing each piece to life as a unique work.