THIS BRAND SUPPORTS THESE CAUSES
AND HAS THESE VALUES
Product Description
These sisal, woven baskets are handmade. They are naturally dyed using bark from the acacia tree, lending to a unique variation in tone with each one. The pattern also varies from piece to piece, as each weaver has their own technique. These African baskets are great as plant holders, catchalls, toy baskets, storage baskets, or to liven up a space!
- Material: Sisal
- Size/ Measurements: 10" x 10"
- Made in: Kenya
- FREE SHIPPING over $75
Social Impact
By supporting Amsha, you are helping provide employment to marginalized individuals in Africa and helping promote education in their communities.
About the Brand
Amsha is a lifestyle and d?©cor brand that combines modern design with antique techniques. They offer home and lifestyle products that are sketched in Portland, Oregon, and then handmade by African artisans. The brand is part of the slow fashion movement and so it promotes eco-friendly and fair trade practices. With each purchase they improve life quality in Eastern Africa by creating job opportunities and supporting education.
Sustainability Practices
People
Are they Local: Yes, the Amsha products are made in Africa by local artisans.
Are they Fair Trade or Paid a living Wage: Yes, Fair Trade
Materials
Organic Materials: Yes. The team uses natural materials such as Sisal and Soapstone.
Circularity: The artisans repurpose Grass and Bone that are naturally shed and make them into home d?©cor.
Cruelty Free: Yes.
Vegan: No, bone is used in some designs.
Manufacturing
Environmental Conscious Processing: Reduced amount of Water, Waste, Carbon and Pollution: NA
The brand is eco-friendly as they have small artisan production that reduces the amount of waste and chemicals. The items are handmade and recycle many natural materials that are commonly discarded.