by Kathy Thomas | Artisans, Materials
What is Huipil? We’re glad you asked! Come explore our beautiful collection of Huipil designs where remnants of ancient Mayan traditions are transformed into modern eco-friendly fashion that celebrates culture and reduces your carbon footprint. (Read Time: 1...
by Kathy Thomas | Artisans
Read Time: 5 min. Filomena and the women of her village are weaving a heritage of hope in Guatemala. Together, they handcraft traditional kimonos, using ancient Mayan jaspé dyeing and weaving techniques. Together, they’re empowering their families out of...
by Kathy Thomas | Artisans, Stories of Hope
Asha’s Story of Hope in India – (Read Time: 1 min.) Overcoming a Lack of Education “There are no opportunities in India if you don’t have a good education, and all I have is a skill I learned from my mother. My mother taught me basic weaving...
by Kathy Thomas | Artisans
A Family Tradition Inspired by Artisan traditions passed down for generations, women in southern Mexico create handcrafted fair-trade jewelry, fashions, and home décor that reflect their ancient culture and create social change. They’re providing safe jobs with...
by Kathy Thomas | Artisans
The Power of Coffee in Guatemala In Guatemala, coffee is more than a seasonal indulgence. 60% of Guatemala’s families live below poverty level and over. 70% of Guatemala’s families depend on the coffee industry for income. (Read Time: 2 min.) Power Over...
