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TAKHI - Umoya - Air Trivet

TAKHI - Umoya - Air Trivet

£38.00
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Fabulously hand crafted by the eSwatini women

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"We breathe the air”

Inspired by the movement of air, Thembi Simelane, Thobile Zwane and Nokhululeko Zwane have together crafted this set of three beautiful grass woven trivets.

A one off centre piece for your table or wall or a set to dress any dinner or lunch gathering.

Alternatively add our Aluminium Bowl to your collection

Aluminium Bowl

Your investment
A percentage of the purchase price of the products will go directly to the artisans as royalties - an additional compensation for their designs work in bringing these products to life. Another portion of sales will go towards a community contribution paid to the artisans to support shared development initiatives in their community of Lavumisa. These projects will include connecting electricity to two community halls, as well as the ability to furnish & paint the halls if our stretch targets are met. Your purchase will also facilitating the design process for further collections.

Materials

Lutindzi - is sourced directly from the mountains of Swaziland. It is sustainably harvested by cutting above the root and is proven to be waterproof and stain-resistant due to its strong, waxy finish.

Sisal - a regenerating weed from the Lavumisa area of Swaziland, provides a fine fibre that can be dyed a spectrum of bright and light colours.

Lukhasi - a strong, thick grass which is found in the swamp areas and used in its raw form as the strengthening core of our sturdy products

All fibres are dyed using environmentally friendly German dyes imported from South Africa.

Shipping & Returns

A simple flat rate of £5 to mainland UK
We offer free shipping for orders over £50

Dimensions

Available in 3 sizes: 28cm / 32cm / 36cm in diameter

Care Instructions

Easy to clean with a damp cloth or dry brush with a toothbrush.

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The story

Meet the women we work with

Weaving together tradition with innovation these beautiful grass woven coasters are hand made by rural artisans in Swaziland, providing home based employed for over 750 women.

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