Tucked above the bustling stalls of Camden Lock Market lies a treasure trove of handmade textiles, colourful home accessories, and upcycled beauty: Araucaria.
For over 20 years, Araucaria has blended traditional craftsmanship from India and Southeast Asia with the bold, expressive spirit of Camden. This isn’t just a shop — it’s a sensory journey through heritage, culture, and ethical artistry.
✨ A Legacy of Craftsmanship & Connection
Founded by artisans and world travellers with a passion for textiles and fair trade, Araucaria brings the beauty of block-printing, embroidery, and appliqué to London — while supporting small workshops and families in Rajasthan, Gujarat, and beyond.
At its core, Araucaria is about more than aesthetics. It’s about:
- Preserving traditional techniques that are slowly fading
- Celebrating cultural identity through colour, pattern, and purpose
- Giving customers access to unique, handmade pieces that tell a story
Every item in the store carries the mark of a human hand — and the soul of a global village.
🛍️ What You’ll Find at Araucaria
Whether you’re dressing a bohemian living room or searching for a thoughtful gift, Araucaria offers an irresistible range of handmade treasures:
🏡 Block-Printed Tablecloths & Runners
Bold floral prints, paisley swirls, and geometric borders — hand-carved woodblocks are dipped in natural dye and stamped onto soft cotton. These pieces brighten any table and spark conversation.
- Available in 4, 6, 8 and 10-seater sizes
- Crafted in Rajasthan by generational artisans
- Coordinating napkins and placemats available
🛋️ Cushion Covers & Quilted Throws
From shimmering kantha stitches to elephant motifs and Banjara embroidery, each piece is unique.
- Vintage sari patchwork designs
- Velvet-textured appliqué elephants
- Soft cotton quilted throws — perfect for cozy nights or vibrant decor accents
✈️ Cotton Travel Bags & Weekenders
Quilted, colourful, and lightweight, Araucaria’s travel bags are practical yet full of personality. Designed to stand out at airports and yoga studios alike.
- Available in floral prints, mandala designs, and earthy palettes
- Lined interiors with zip pockets
- Ethically stitched and fair trade produced
📚 Recycled Paper Journals & Accessories
Eco-friendly doesn’t have to be dull. Araucaria’s journals are handcrafted using recycled cotton and paper fibres.
- Leather-wrapped diaries with wrap cords
- Painted paper notebooks and pen holders
- Ideal for gifts or conscious creatives
💍 Vintage Finds & Upcycled Fashion
Araucaria also stocks one-off vintage textiles, such as:
- Banjara tribal bags from India
- Upcycled embroidered pouches
- Vintage silk scarves
- Hand-finished kurtas and tunics
Many pieces are exclusive — once sold, they’re gone forever.
🌱 Fair Trade & Ethical Values
Araucaria partners directly with artisan cooperatives and small family-run workshops. That means:
- No mass production
- Fair wages paid to craftspeople
- Natural fibres and plant-based dyes where possible
- Minimal plastic packaging
- Celebrating slow fashion and conscious buying
They believe every item should have a story — not a barcode.
📍 The Camden Lock Market Experience
Araucaria is located in the Upper Market Hall, a beautiful Victorian-style interior with arched windows and open views over Camden Lock and Hawley Wharf. As you climb the wooden stairs past bustling food vendors and jewellery stands, the space opens up into a calm, textile-filled haven.
It’s a feast for the senses:
- The scent of sandalwood and essential oils
- The tactile feel of raw cotton, handwoven silk, and kantha stitching
- Colours that pop — ochre, indigo, rose, emerald
- Friendly staff who share the stories behind the products
Address:
4 Camden Lock Place, Upper Market Hall, London NW1 8AL
🕒 Open daily 10am–6pm (including Bank Holidays)
🧭 How to Visit + Make It a Day Out
Camden is a neighbourhood known for its soul — and Araucaria is a key part of it. After visiting the shop, make a day of it:
- Grab lunch downstairs from Magic Falafel or What the Pitta
- Take a stroll along Regent’s Canal
- Stop for photos at the Camden Lock Bridge
- Grab coffee and a vegan cupcake at Cafe Loren or To Home From London
- Stay for sunset views from Primrose Hill
And of course, take your textile-filled tote bag home with you.
📦 Shop Online (UK & Worldwide Delivery)
Can’t make it in person? Araucaria’s online shop offers UK-wide shipping and a hand-picked selection of their bestselling pieces — including:
- Block-printed tablecloths
- Quilted weekend bags
- Gift cards
- Recycled journals and notebooks
Custom orders and enquiries can be made via email or WhatsApp, and every parcel is packaged with care.
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