by Kathy Thomas | Artisans
Celebrating Wins! Even When They’re Small Potatoes! – (Read Time: 2 min.) Fashion as a Force for Good sometimes looks like small potatoes. Scrappy Determination We love seeing our Artisan partners use their scrappy determination to think “big picture” and...
by Kathy Thomas | Artisans
Read Time: 3 min. Meet the Women Who Make Our Eden Scarf About twenty-five miles outside the city of Kolkata, India, a small group of women – mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends – gather in a circle near a sunny window. Dressed in a bouquet of colorful and...
by Kathy Thomas | Artisans
We were so amazed by the craftsmanship of our new genuine woven Leather Traveler Bag, we asked these Artisans to show us how they did it! Here’s How! #1 – First we use natural un-dyed vegetable-tanned leather and cut the components of the bag. #2 –...
by Kathy Thomas | Artisans
Read Time: 1 min. Eighteen years old, Afsar is young and beautiful… and painfully shy. In spite of her timid nature, she commands the attention of everyone who meets her. Her craftsmanship skills are surprising for someone so young and seemingly insecure. Thankful for...
by Kathy Thomas | Founders
Read Time: 8 min. Celebrate International Women’s Day 2020 with Elisabeth Huijskens! Check out this latest interview with Elisabeth and get a sneak peek into the world of this Trades of Hope Founder, world traveler, and ethical fashion influencer who has dedicated her...