Crafts by Solid - Craftmanship & sustainability in handknitwear - Tailormade Inspirations Lookbook

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Embracing Craftmanship & Sustainability In Handknitwear: The Tailormade Inspirations Lookbook By Crafts by Solid L O O K B O O K
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Embracing Craftsmanship and Sustainability in Handknitwear: The Tailormade Inspirations Lookbook by Crafts by Solid Welcome,

Thank you for exploring our Tailormade Handknitwear Inspirations Lookbook, dedicated to unveiling the exquisite possibilities of bespoke handknitwear, crafted with dedication by the skilled artisans of Ayacucho Peru. This lookbook showcases the craftsmanship and customization potential within our handknitwear creations. It highlights the versatility, tradition, and unparalleled expertise of our artisans, emphasizing our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. These artisans are the cornerstone of Crafts by Solid, a project passionately supported by Solid, a Belgian NGO committed to sustainable and ethical engagement in our handknitwear workshop in Peru.

Crafts by Solid is renowned for its ethical, purpose-driven approach to handknitwear production. Our mission is to nurture a global community that cherishes traditional craftsmanship, sustainability, and empowerment. This lookbook is a window into the extensive possibilities our tailormade handknitwear offerings present, demonstrating the diverse capabilities and innovative solutions achievable through partnership with our Ayacucho knitting moms.

Our Ayacucho workshop serves as a beacon of creativity, specializing in traditional handknitting techniques to create both bespoke items as well as white label products. In addition to tailormade creations, our Ayacucho workshop specializes in offering white label collection services This means, alongside crafting bespoke items, we also engage in the production of high-quality customizable knitwear designed to carry your brand's identity.

Each piece, whether tailored to individual preferences or part of a white label collection, is crafted with rigorous attention to quality, ethical standards, and sustainable practices ensuring the preservation of ancient techniques alongside innovation in handknitting.

Opting for our tailormade handknitwear services allows for the integration of products that showcase your brand's unique identity and uphold ethical production and sustainability. Our aim is to deliver pieces that resonate with your brand’s ethos and engage your customers with their exceptional craftsmanship and impactful stories.

Global Ethical Handworkshops: Tailormade and White Label Collections

Our dedication extends beyond Peru, with ethical handworkshops in India and Kenya each offering both tailormade and white label options:

- In India, our artisans' skills span handweaving, handsewing handcrochet, and Kantha stitching with sari fabric, as well as the creation of ethical handwoven fabrics and organic cotton items. Our workshop provides a broad range of custom designs and white label products, reflecting the region's rich traditions and commitment to sustainability.

- In Kenya, the focus on handweaving with sisal and palm leaves results in unique, culturally rich items available for both bespoke and white label collections. This ensures a diverse offering that embodies the area's heritage and sustainable practices.

Across Ayacucho, India, and Kenya, Crafts by Solid is devoted to improving the lives of our artisans preserving traditional craftsmanship, and advancing sustainable practices. This comprehensive approach guarantees that collaboration with us—be it for tailormade or white label products—supports a broader mission: promoting ethical consumerism and effectuating positive change in communities globally.

This Lookbook invites you to envision the endless possibilities of bespoke handknitwear. We at Crafts by Solid are excited to help you transform your vision into reality, ensuring every piece embodies integrity, beauty, and a meaningful narrative.

As you peruse the pages of our Inspirational Lookbook we invite you to envision how these handcrafted bespoke knitwear can enrich your offerings, connecting your brand to a story of positive impact and transformation.

We are looking forward to assisting in bringing your creations to life. Together, let's embrace and create beauty, sustainability, and change Let's embark on this journey together, making a difference one handcrafted piece at a time

With all our love,

Inge

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Important Note on the Use of Images and Product Designs

The illustrations and examples featured in this lookbook are products made for brands with which we've had and still have the pleasure to work, showcasing the diverse possibilities, skills, and expertise of our artisans. These images are intended solely to provide an idea of the potential crafts, skills, and expertise inherent in our work. They are not for public use and may not appear on social media, websites, or in other public domains. We respect the intellectual property of the designs, which remain the ownership of our conscious fashion, lifestyle, and interior clients. These designs are used by us solely to demonstrate the tailormade capabilities of our artisans in Ayacucho, Peru.

Crafts by Solid is renowned for its ethical, purpose-driven approach to handknitwear production. Our mission is to nurture a global community that cherishes traditional craftsmanship, sustainability, and empowerment. This lookbook is a window into the extensive possibilities our tailormade handknitwear services and white label offerings present, demonstrating the diverse capabilities and innovative solutions achievable through partnership with our Ayacucho artisans.

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Every product is carefully handcrafted with following commitments in mind.

Happy artisanHandmadeLocal & artisanal production People friendly LastingFairtradeFair employmentEthical Giving backNo wasteRespectful artisansMade in Peru
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Please note that the photos in this lookbook are taken in natural daylight. Depending on the amount of light, the colors of the products may appear lighter or darker. There may also be a difference between the printed colors in this lookbook and the actual colors. Please use only physical products as the correct color reference.

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When you empower women, you empower a whole community.
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Buy good, do good, feel good.

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Please note that the photos in this lookbook are taken in natural daylight. Depending on the amount of light, the colors of the products may appear lighter or darker. There may also be a difference between the printed colors in this lookbook and the actual colors. Please use only physical products as the correct color reference.

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Queries?

We really appreciate your interest in our workshops and handcrafted fair-trade products. Whether we produce in India, Kenya or Peru, we strive to rise by lifting others, providing women a brighter future. If you empower women, you empower a whole community. For all queries regarding our white label and tailormade solutions, contact:

Crafts by Solid, Kortrijksesteenweg 697, 9000 Ghent Belgium.

T +32 15 45 98 10 M +32 473 93 76 19 www.craftsbysolid.com hello@craftsbysolid.com solid.crafts

#becausewecare #becausehowitismadedoesmatter

Solid is a proud member of the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO). We are committed to putting people and the planet first, adhering to WTFO Fair Trade Principles in everything we do.

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