Showing posts with label Indian. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Indian. Show all posts

Monday, August 31, 2009

Vintage Silk Stoles


Vintage silk is used to create stunning stoles like this one. Two different silk lengths are hand embroidered back to back using Kantha embroidery. No two can be the same so you are sure ti find a unique gift. These and many more goodies can be purchased from our online Earthtribe shop.

Thursday, August 27, 2009

Tin Lanterns


I'm in love with these Recycled Tin Lanterns that have just been added to the Earthtribe range. Quirky and fun, these lanterns are made using recycled Tin which gets rejected pre production because of color variations or misprints. A great use of materials that would otherwise make their way into landfill. Glass enclosure, spot for a tea light and a hanger....I can feel myself relaxing just thinking of it! One of two shapes, they can be purchased at my online shop.

Thursday, August 20, 2009

Hand carved Ring


This gorgeous ring is hand carved in wood by skilled craftspeople in Rajasthan. I have just returned from a trip to India where I got to feast my eyes on beautifully crafted things like this.
Not only does handmade support livelihoods, it ensure that traditional ways of doing things are encouraged and cultures are kept alive. A piece of machinery can easily replace this artists dream of making hand carved jewellery ......lets make sure that doesn't happen
Whenever possible, lets support Fair Trade and handmade....
This and many more lovely gifts can be purchased on my website: www.earthtribe.com.au

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Vintage Saree Throws


Don't you just love the look and feel of Cotton sarees.... These throws are made using layers of recycled Cotton Sarees that are hand quilted together to create an authentic vintage style. They are fully reversible and it's hard to pick a side you like more!

Approximately 84 inches long and 36 inches wide

Sourced from a Fair Trade organization that provides training and employment to young women in Kolkata.