THIS BRAND SUPPORTS THESE CAUSES
AND HAS THESE VALUES
Product Description
A statement piece—perfect for the living room, bedroom or covered patio. Alternatively, roll and strap up the light and airy mat, head to the beach or a picnic... unfurl... and dream a little dream under the sunshine. Complementing your home’s uniqueness, these beautiful mats are available in rectangular or round shape as well as various patterns and colors.
- Material: Frimbistylis globulosa ("Ticog" grass) fibers are used as base. Patterns are embroidered with dyed buri palm leaves.
- Dimensions: 4ft diameter
Social Impact
Neepa Hut provides employment for devastated and impovershed areas of the world. In 2013, Typhoon Haiyan ravaged the rural villages in the Visayas Islands in the Philippines. With help from local social entrepreneurs, communities of artisan weavers came together to restore their homes and livelihoods using the traditional crafts that had sustained generations before them.
About the Brand
By promoting and preserving the skills, crafts, and heritage of artisans from areas most affected by natural disasters, poverty, or overdevelopment, Neepa Hut tries to show the world the value of the spirit in which the people of a community come together in an effort to achieve a common goal. The products they offer are all carefully selected, of premium quality, handmade and locally sourced in fair trade. All of the products are made by artisans that live in the Philippines.
Sustainability Practices
People
Local: Sarawak region of Borneo Island female artisans.
Fair Trade: Fair and sustainable income
Materials
Cruelty Free: Yes, carefully sourced.
Manufacturing
Environmental Conscious Processing: Yes, made in small batches and handmade by artisans to reduce toxic and chemical emissions.