Our collection celebrates all kinds of handmade treasures. We proudly showcase a diverse range of artisans, from weavers and potters to bead makers and textile designers. Most excitingly, we promote cross-cultural creations.
Let's take a peek behind the scenes, using one great example: we source recycled glass beads in Ghana, then journey to Guatemala, where they're transformed into fun fusion jewelry, blending West African and Central American cultures.
The process starts in Koforidua, Ghana, where a bustling bead market has thrived for more than two centuries. Here, you can buy directly from local artisans, boosting their communities. The market is a feast for the eyes, overflowing with vibrant glass beads. Wandering through the rows of sellers is a thrilling adventure. But be prepared: when you buy a kilo of beads or more, carrying them to the trotro stop is quite a workout! (A "trotro" is a minibus that serves as a shared taxi.)
In Guatemala, the adventure continues. The beaders there love to mix beads and findings from around the world. They get instantly inspired when they open the bags from Ghana, revealing the colorful beads within.
From this thrilling combination of cultures and creators, you get products in a league all their own. When you buy one of these, like a gleaming piece of fusion jewelry, you're taking a journey around the world.
