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Handcrafted from finely woven organic cotton, these broad scarves are dyed with gray blue stars and finished with crocheted baubles.
Each incredibly soft and translucent scarf is made using traditional bogolan fabric that has been tie-dyed with indigo and natural dyes. The scarves are 100% organic cotton and made by a women's cooperative recognized for its work by UNESCO.
Measures 68"L x 20"W. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.
About the Artisans:
The Cooperative Djiguiyaso (House of Hope) represents a group effort between more than 100 talented craftswomen in Mali. This Bamako-based cooperative uses traditional bogolan tie-dyed with indigo and makes use of its artisans' skills in crochet, weaving, spinning, cutting, and sewing. All products are made from 100% organic cotton. In 2010, the cooperative was recognised for its work by UNESCO.
$58.00
Handcrafted from finely woven organic cotton, these broad scarves are dyed with gray blue stars and finished with crocheted baubles.
Each incredibly soft and translucent scarf is made using traditional bogolan fabric that has been tie-dyed with indigo and natural dyes. The scarves are 100% organic cotton and made by a women's cooperative recognized for its work by UNESCO.
Measures 68"L x 20"W. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.
About the Artisans:
The Cooperative Djiguiyaso (House of Hope) represents a group effort between more than 100 talented craftswomen in Mali. This Bamako-based cooperative uses traditional bogolan tie-dyed with indigo and makes use of its artisans' skills in crochet, weaving, spinning, cutting, and sewing. All products are made from 100% organic cotton. In 2010, the cooperative was recognised for its work by UNESCO.
$38.00
Marula Oil is a fast-absorbing facial oil that has been treasured for centuries by African women for its restorative benefits. It provides long-lasting hydration and soothes redness and irritation, leaving skin glowing with a matte finish.
With its extremely high concentration of Omega 6, 9 and other antioxidants, it fights free-radicals that cause premature skin aging. The oil-rich kernels from East African are wild-harvested, hand-selected, manually cold pressed, then combined with a 1% essential oil fragrance blend, to ensure the highest quality product.
The 30 ml bottle size, with a special oil dispenser, also meets travel requirements. Included in the box is an insert outlining uses and benefits.
About the Artisans:
In 2001, a terrible drought persisted for several years and brought devastation to the pasture lands. The livelihood of the Maasai disappeared as their cattle died. The men had to drive the few remaining cattle hundreds of miles away in search for better grazing while the women looked desperately for ways to feed, clothe, and educate their children and obtain medical supplies. Philip and Katy Leakey, founders of The Leakey Collection who live among the Maasai in East Africa, wanted to provide their neighbors with work opportunities. They came up with an imaginative idea to utilize the excellent beading abilities of the Maasai women by using a readily available, sustainable resource- GRASS- as the primary element.
Soon the Leakeys discovered that for centuries, African women had revered the restorative benefits of Marula oil and decided to offer it to the world also. After the Marula fruit is collected under the wild stands of trees, the nuts are removed from the fruit by hand. The nuts are slowly sun-dried, naturally concentrating the oil prior to extraction. The hard outer shells are individually split by hand; each kernel is removed and inspected for freshness, discarding any of poor quality. The oil-rich ivory colored kernels are pressed through The Leakey Collection's unique, proprietary cold-pressing system, ensuring the highest quality product. Now, even the men have joined in the entrepreneurial opportunities.
$48.00
This tassel necklace from Uganda brings together handmade paper beads, cow horn and lustrous silvery glass beads in a sophisticated adornment that pairs beautifully with a variety of wardrobe choices.
Because this is a handcrafted item that includes natural components, each necklace will vary slightly. Size: 37"L, 5"L tassel.
About the Artisans:
Ugandan artisans working together as Ajuna handcraft more refined and tightly rolled than other paper beads coming from Africa to make these petite beads. The beads are eco-friendly and vibrant, and support grassroots efforts to bolster healthy African communities.
$38.00
This versatile 86" wrap necklace showcases petite handmade paper beads and smooth cow horn discs, within a long strand of metallic glass spacer beads. The long necklace can be worn singly, double or triple wrapped.
Measures 86"L. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected. Handmade in Uganda by Ajuna.
About the Artisans:
Ugandan artisans working together as Ajuna handcraft petite beads, more refined and tightly-rolled than other paper beads coming from Africa. The beads are eco-friendly and vibrant, and support grassroots efforts to bolster healthy African communities.
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Handmade in Mali, these twirled brass earrings are a modern interpretation of the fulani earrings of the people, who wore large gold earrings as a display of wealth.
The earrings are handcrafted from hammered brass, making them lighter than gold and more affordable. The twisting of the brass adds dimension and dramatic shine.
[L] 1.75"L x 0.75"W [M] 1.25"L x 0.5"W [S] 1"L x 0.5"W. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
About the Artisans:
Mali Chic is a collaboration of 195 artisans that sells its products through a boutique in Bamako and through international exports. Artisans work from home, in their own workshops or on-site at Mali Chic, and child labor is never used. Mali Chic provides artisans with 50% advances on all orders and pay a fair price for their products.
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$58.00
These twirled earrings are handmade in Mali, where Fulani women traditionally wore their riches in the form of gold earrings that they could carry at all times.
This modern adaptation shines in beautiful silver plating. The earrings are unique to Swahili Modern in 2016 and fair trade.
Small earrings measure 1"L x 0.5"W. Medium earrings measure 1.25"L x 0.5"W. Large earrings measures 2.5"L x 1"W. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
About the Artisans:
Mali Chic is a collaboration of 195 artisans that sells its products through a boutique in Bamako and through international exports. Artisans work from home, in their own workshops or on-site at Mali Chic, and child labor is never used. Mali Chic provides artisans with 50% advances on all orders and pay a fair price for their products.
$48.00
Found only on Swahili Modern, these nature-inspired earrings are handmade in Mali. Each earring is hung on French earwire and solid sterling silver.
In western Africa, the cowry shell has been used for centuries in the form of currency, jewelry, and religious accessories. Its simple shape and beauty make it a celebrated symbol across the continent. Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected.
About the Artisans:
Mali Chic is a collaboration of 195 artisans that sells its products through a boutique in Bamako and through international exports. Artisans work from home, in their own workshops or on-site at Mali Chic, and child labor is never used. Mali Chic provides artisans with 50% advances on all orders and pay a fair price for their products.
$68.00
Earrings feature hammered silver in a half-moon shape and sterling silver earwires. These statement earrings are surprisingly lightweight. Handcrafted by skilled artisans in Mali.
These gorgeous earrings are handmade in Mali in collaboration with designer Phyllis Woods of Tribalinks.
Measures 1.75"L X 1.5"W. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.
$28.00
A stylish accessory for all, these comfortable bracelets are handmade in Kenya using conditioned cow leather. A hand-tooled aluminum cross adds character and contrast, and a snap closure keeps the bracelet secure.
Measures 1.5"W x 8.5"L; 2.5" inner diameter. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.
About the Artisans:
Joseph works from a home workshop in the rough Mathare neighborhood outside Nairobi. This soft-spoken, artistic man employs three young men, and together they craft jewelry, keepsakes and personal accessories from leather, brass and bone. Joseph enjoys the exchange of ideas encouraged during our design sessions. This year he took on the challenge of using dyes to diversify his leather goods, with beautiful results.
$58.00
These twirled earrings are handmade in Senegal in the tradition of Fulani earrings. Fulani women traditionally wore their riches in the form of gold earrings that they could carry at all times.
This modern adaptation shines in beautiful sterling silver. The delicate twist design creates a statement earring, while maintaining a light weight. The earrings feature a small hinge for easy on-and-off.
Medium measures approximately 1.75" in diameter. Petite measures approximately 0.75" in diameter.
Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected.
About the Artisans:
These earrings are handcrafted in Senegal by artisan Bass and his small team of 5 young men.