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Our canvas ornaments are made from upcycled army tents, hand-stitched and decorated with copper, brass, and iron wire embroidery. The artisans are women from underprivileged Indian areas who have been trained and educated in the art of handicraft making - providing employment and skills to earn a living and support their families with dignity.
About the Artisan Indaba: Indaba is a Zulu word that means "a gathering of people". A lifelong lover of beautiful things, Irene Held started Indaba in 1990. A new South African immigrant to Vancouver she was driven to bring her belief—that life is better when you surround yourself with meaningful things that provide comfort, pleasure, and beauty—to reality. Inspired by her South African roots, she has always had a passion for handicrafts and sought to share her love of handmade design with North Americans. Irene and her daughter Ali travel the world for beautiful people, products, and purpose. They focus on India, with their rich textile heritage and artisanal traditions. They love working with the artisans who handmake each item and bring their vision to life.