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Tag: Bangladesh
How a Quilt Can Keep Us Connected
Anyone else need a hug? There’s no two ways about it. Being apart is hard. However, there are ways we ca…
Meet the Makers of the Crossbody Woven Purse
The artisans of Rishilpi Handicrafts, masterminds behind the bestselling Essential Companion Tote, have designed a new p…
Labors of Love: A Handcrafted Valentine’s Gift
Meet Begum, artisan of Bonoful Handmade Paper and maker of the Lots of Love Wall Hanging. Bonoful Handmade Paper is a wo…
Sari Not Sorry: Unapologetically Recycling Sari Textiles.
Repurposing sari fabric and giving it new life.…
Ollas: The Ancient World’s Best Kept Gardening Secret
Longer days, warmer nights, and the sound of birdsong filling the air can only mean one thing. Planting season has offic…
Kantha: Wisdom in Every Stitch
We often think that to be successful we need to be independent. So, we pack our bags (literally or figuratively) and emb…
Call for Writers: Handmade Journals of all Stripes
No two note takers are entirely alike, and the journal you carry should suit your needs. Here’s our guide to finding you…
This Is so Much More than a Basket
How true love, skilled craftswomen, and baskets are transforming a community in Bangladesh.…
The Story of Rina Dewri
One mother from Bangladesh hopes her fair trade job can change the future for her family.…