Closure of The Afghan Pakistan Border The border between Afghanistan and Pakistan has been closed since October 2025, due to increased militancy and clashes between Taliban and Pakistan Border Forces. This has resulted…
Our Balinese shipment is on it's way!We started work on our Balinese shipment back in the summer, we created spreadsheets of all the things that we needed, things that were running out of…
Today we went to visit the dragon kite village, where the artisans that make our wonderful traditional Dragon Kites are based.Kite making has a long history in Bali and great cultural significance. Kite-flying…
The Djembe is a very social instrument, originally from Western Africa.Djembe Drummers do not traditionally play music for people to simply sit back and listen to. Instead, they create rhythm for people to…
We went to meet the man who carves our traditional masks This master craftsman hand carved all our masks from local albescia wood. It is amazing watching him at work , seeing how…
A magnitude 6 earthquake has hit eastern Afghanistan near the Pakistan border, killing more than 800 people, according to the Taliban-run government there. Several villages have been "completely destroyed.It struck a number of…
We have launched an exciting new website showcasing our lovely fair trade clothes in a fun and colourful way aimed at our younger customers. So same ethics, same fair trade principles , just…
Our Kantha jackets are perfect for the summer, just the perfect weight to stop you getting a chill when the sun goes down. Kantha work is a traditional embroidery technique originating from the…
Creating a tropical zen garden involves combining elements that promote tranquility and mindfulness. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you design a serene and balanced zen garden: 1. **Select a Location**: Choose a…
Indian Kantha quilts are traditional handcrafted textiles originating from the rural areas of West Bengal and Bangladesh. These quilts were made by layering old saris and cloths, then hand-stitching them together with intricate,…