African Baskets: Weaving Stories of Women
These women are incredible, and it is their drive and commitment that is the future of African baskets. They learn their craft by spending hours up...
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Belgian Linen: A Love Story
Looks good, lasts forever. Absorbent, soft, gets better with use. Small ecological footprint. And worth its weight in gold. Just ask the Egyptians.
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Notes from the Field: Uganda
Red earth. Eucalyptus trees. Rain pounding on roofs. People waving as you pass. Boda Bodas honking. Brightly coloured dresses. Men sitting under sh...
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MOLCAJETE MAGIC: THE MEXICAN MORTAR AND PESTLE
Ultimately, it’s a mortar and pestle made from lava rock. But in reality – it is much more. This utensil has been used by pre-Hispanic Mesoamerican...
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Notes from the Field: KenyaÂ
It was a time of great reflection and planning in 2020 when the world shut down. Before we knew it, it was the autumn of 2021. Time to get back int...
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Why Small Batch Production is the Most Sustainable Approach
There are multiple benefits to small batch production, starting with what they aren’t. They are not mass-produced in some factory somewhere. And th...
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Five Questions: Ceramic Artist Bianca Pintan of Australia
Today we sit down with ceramic artist and sculptor Bianca Pintan for our series "Five Questions". Bianca draws inspiration from the imperfections i...
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Obakki Gift Guide: Gifts Handcrafted by Female Artisans
Supporting our entrepreneurial female artisans is one of our priorities. Not that there aren’t some incredible male artisan partners in our group –...
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Notes from the Field: Africa
With our new focus on sustainable, ethical homewares, we are proud to say we are working with partners in 11 different countries. It encompasses 65...
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THE EVOLUTION OF THE CHARCUTERIE BOARD
Whether you are assembling a meat board or a vegetarian charcuterie board - variety is the key. A variety of senses deserve a variety of sensations.
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Five Questions: Jewelry Designer Jack of Kibera
At Obakki, we always want to know more about the people behind our products. These five questions do just that. Today, we talk to Jack, one of our ...
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THINK GLOBAL, ACT LOCAL: ESTABLISHING A LOCAL MARKET FOR ARTISANS
At Obakki, we work with our artisan partners to help them reach their goals, which often emphasize better access to international markets. And as i...
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The History of Japanese Craft and Culture
Japan’s craftsmanship is based on process and precision. But for a craft to survive in modern societies, it needs to speak to modern needs. And Jap...
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