Textile Block Printing Artisans of Jaipur, India.
Jaipur textile block printing uses carved wooden blocks that are dipped in vegetable and chemical dyes to create beautiful fabrics. The wooden blocks are fine pieces of art with intricate details. The details on the blocks are displayed on the fabric when the block is stamped over the textile.
Blue Floral Block Print 60 x 90 Rectangle Tablecloth
$80.00
Wood Carving Artisans of Kenya.
The Kamba tribe of Kenya is a community of skilled craftsmen. The Kamba artisans create fine pieces of hand-carved animals, wall decor, bowls, cooking utensils, and furniture. They work with a variety of materials like bamboo, wood, and metal. Wood carving is a part of Kamba spirituality. They believe God, who they call Ngai, imparts shape to all living things. Carving is seen by the Kamba people as one of Ngai's creative efforts. Traditionally, only men from the tribe carve wood.
Basket Weaving Artisans of Bolgatanga, Ghana.
Our vibrant colorful baskets are made by a women's artisan co-operative in the Bolgatanga region in Northern Ghana.
Artisans weave baskets using Veta Vera grass, a tropical grass grown in Southern Ghana.
Basket Weaving Artisans of Senegal.
The Wolof people in Senegal are known for weaving colorful baskets from locally harvested cattail stalks and strips of plastic. These groups of women empower themselves and their tribe through the practice of this traditional craft.
Wood Carving Artisans of Saharanpur, India.
Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh is one of the most popular wood carving centers in India. Our collection is a dedication to the open-air wood market in Saharanpur.