Traveler and Tourist - The Holiday Issue Nov/Dec 2021)

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nov/dec 2021 Each purchase helps women’s cooperatives, family-run businesses and other artisan groups to generate social and economic opportunity for hardworking people around the world. Olive wood Made by Kenyan wood carvers who craft these intricate pieces from sustainable wild olive wood. The olive wood tree is sacred to Kenyans and appreciated for its beautiful grain patterns. Each purchase helps preserve millennial craft traditions, provides economic empowerment to artisans, and contributes to social programs for artisan communities. Kenyan Polka Dot Salad Servers  Olive wood salad servers carved by Kenya’s Kamba wood carvers. With extreme precision, these talented artisans draw beautiful serving pieces from the rich grain of this East African hardwood. Adds natural beauty to any tabletop in minutes.  Luna Coasters  Delicately textured and handcrafted coasters are made by groups of artisan women in intimate communities across Rwanda. They weave together grass and raffia using a sewing needle to achieve incredible pieces of art. They are made in an ethical, fair-trade environment.

NOMA Oaxacan Coasters

Oaxacan Marble Coasters  Natural beauty shines through these matte stone coasters – ideal for cocktail hour with friends. Every piece is individually made by artisan hands and features simple lines and clean edges.  Indian Linen Napkin Set in Rose These soft linen dinner napkins in a beautiful rose color add warmth and elegance to any table setting. Come in a set of two and have been ethically hand crafted in a village in southwest India.

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