Banana Leaf Table Runner
$60.00
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Our Banana Leaf Table Runner has been handwoven by Fair Trade rural weavers from Southern India. Woven on a traditional handloom, artisans twist banana fiber strips to create the weft and use yarn-dyed organic cotton as the warp. Based in rural hinterlands, most weavers involved in this enterprise weave as a family tradition from the comfort of their own home.
Historically, a banana plant bears fruit only once in its lifetime. Treated as agricultural waste, remains would head to landfills once the fruit was harvested. Instead, our partners have been able to transform what was once a wasted byproduct into a beautiful and natural handmade craft. Weaving has yielded these artisans a consistent source of income, and fewer members of the family, if any at all, seek casual labor work outside of the home.
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This table runner is approximately 13" x 72". Created using banana plant fiber with a cotton blend, and edged with coconut leaf fibers and a hand-knotted fringe.
Each Table Runner has been individually loomed by hand and no two are exactly alike. Due to the handmade nature of each piece, there may be small marks and variations that add to the item’s patina, and tell a story of its unique history and significance. Please Contact Us if you have any specific needs or questions.
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Wipe clean with a damp cloth or spot clean with a gentle soap solution and let dry.
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Paper Mache Footed Bowl - White
$24.00
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This Paper Mache Footed Bowl has been hand shaped in India. The art of paper mache in India was born out of necessity in order to minimize waste. Artisans collect and recycle paper products and form them into a pulp. Using traditional methods, the pulp is layered and molded by hand into its desired shape. Today, paper mache is considered a luxury ornamental handicraft in India.
This bowl is intended for decorative use only, and is a beautiful accent on a bookshelf, or used as a catchall on a table. Each bowl has been finished in white and a distressed, weathered finish. Since each bowl is handmade, no two bowls are the same, and size and design may vary slightly.
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Each bowl is approximately 6" in diameter x 3" high. Intended for decorative use only. Do not use with food.
Each Paper Mache Footed Bowl has been individually crafted by hand and no two are exactly alike. Due to the age of each piece, there may be small marks, scratches and some variation in color that are consistent with the bowl's age and original use. These markings add to the item’s patina, and tell a story of its unique history and significance. Please Contact Us if you have any specific needs or questions.
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Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dry completely. Avoid harsh cleaners or chemicals. Please handle with care.
Paper Mache Footed Bowl - Grey
$24.00
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This Paper Mache Footed Bowl has been hand shaped in India. The art of paper mache in India was born out of necessity in order to minimize waste. Artisans collect and recycle paper products and form them into a pulp. Using traditional methods, the pulp is layered and molded by hand into its desired shape. Today, paper mache is considered a luxury ornamental handicraft in India.
This bowl is intended for decorative use only, and is a beautiful accent on a bookshelf, or used as a catchall on a table. Each bowl has been finished in grey and a distressed, weathered finish. Since each bowl is handmade, no two bowls are the same, and size and design may vary slightly.
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Each bowl is approximately 6" in diameter x 3" high. Intended for decorative use only. Do not use with food.
Each Paper Mache Footed Bowl has been individually crafted by hand and no two are exactly alike. Due to the age of each piece, there may be small marks, scratches and some variation in color that are consistent with the bowl's age and original use. These markings add to the item’s patina, and tell a story of its unique history and significance. Please Contact Us if you have any specific needs or questions.
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Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dry completely. Avoid harsh cleaners or chemicals. Please handle with care.
Paper Mache Footed Bowl - Black
$24.00
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This Paper Mache Footed Bowl has been hand shaped in India. The art of paper mache in India was born out of necessity in order to minimize waste. Artisans collect and recycle paper products and form them into a pulp. Using traditional methods, the pulp is layered and molded by hand into its desired shape. Today, paper mache is considered a luxury ornamental handicraft in India.
This bowl is intended for decorative use only, and is a beautiful accent on a bookshelf, or used as a catchall on a table. Each bowl has been finished in black and a distressed, weathered finish. Since each bowl is handmade, no two bowls are the same, and size and design may vary slightly.
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Each bowl is approximately 6" in diameter x 3" high. Intended for decorative use only. Do not use with food.
Each Paper Mache Footed Bowl has been individually crafted by hand and no two are exactly alike. Due to the age of each piece, there may be small marks, scratches and some variation in color that are consistent with the bowl's age and original use. These markings add to the item’s patina, and tell a story of its unique history and significance. Please Contact Us if you have any specific needs or questions.
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Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dry completely. Avoid harsh cleaners or chemicals. Please handle with care.
Zambezi Dancing Basket
$125.00
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Our Zambezi Dancing Basket has been handcrafted by a group of Fair Trade BaTonga women in Southern Zambia, where they are known for their intricate basket work. The design and organic shape of this special basket is said to mimic the rhythm of dancing palm trees blowing in the wind.
There is great diversity in the styles of weaving and patterns across Zambia’s Southern Plateau region. Using local palm leaves, wild twigs and creeping vines, the artisans produce iconic basketry that showcases the region’s rich crafting heritage. Each basket is one-of-a-kind, and their unique shape is the result of the weaver’s creativity and skill.
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This basket is approximately 19" in diameter x 9-10" high. Each basket is one-of-a-kind and no two baskets are the same. The item you receive may differ slightly from the photo shown.
Each Zambezi Dancing Basket has been individually crafted using natural materials by hand and no two are exactly alike. Due to the handcrafted nature of each piece, there may be variations in color and shape that tell a story of its unique history and significance. Please Contact Us if you have any specific needs or questions.
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Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dry completely. Avoid harsh cleaners or chemicals. Please handle with care.