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.
Read moreRed earth. Eucalyptus trees. Rain pounding on roofs. People waving as you pass. Boda Bodas honking. Brightly coloured dresses. Men sitting under sh...
Read moreUltimately, 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...
Read moreIt 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...
Read moreThere are multiple benefits to small batch production, starting with what they aren’t. They are not mass-produced in some factory somewhere. And th...
Read moreToday we sit down with ceramic artist and sculptor Bianca Pintan for our series "Five Questions". Bianca draws inspiration from the imperfections i...
Read moreSupporting our entrepreneurial female artisans is one of our priorities. Not that there aren’t some incredible male artisan partners in our group –...
Read moreWith our new focus on sustainable, ethical homewares, we are proud to say we are working with partners in 11 different countries. It encompasses 65...
Read moreWhether you are assembling a meat board or a vegetarian charcuterie board - variety is the key. A variety of senses deserve a variety of sensations.
Read moreAt 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 ...
Read moreAt Obakki, we work with our artisan partners to help them reach their goals, which often emphasize better access to international markets. And as i...
Read moreJapan’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...
Read moreThere are good reasons that wooden bowls and utensils have withstood the test of time. A wooden bowl is the classic way to make a Caesar Salad. It ...
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