Kazi handmade African artisan sustainable home décor
Kazi handmade African artisan sustainable home décor
Kazi handmade African artisan sustainable home décor
Kazi handmade African artisan sustainable home décor
Kazi handmade African artisan sustainable home décor

Silver Blue Hope Coasters, Set of 4

Regular price $26 Sale price$16
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  • 100% Fair Trade
  • Free U.S. Shipping $80+
  • In stock, ready to ship
  • Inventory on the way

HANDWOVEN IN RWANDA

The sunburst pattern on these coasters is known as the “hope” design. Reflected on the Rwandan flag, this sunburst images stands for the county’s collective hope for a new dawn and brighter future. This design means a lot to the weavers we partner with, as each item they sell increases their chances for a better life.

Our coasters have a multicolored and organic look to them, making them perfect for any style decor. They can be used for your glass of wine in the evening, or on the living table when you are enjoying your early morning cup of coffee.


Specifications:
  • Approximately 4” D x 0.2” H
  • Made in Rwanda
  • Product is made from all natural fibers of sisal and sweet grass
  • Organic dyes are used to dye the sisal
  • Profiled weaver tag is attached to each product

*All products are made by hand with love and vary slightly in color and size.

Made only in an ethical, fair trade environment. Handwoven by a cooperative of women located in Rwanda, this one of kind piece takes weeks to complete.


Care Instructions:

Cleaning the handmade products - Made of natural fibers and grass; do not submerge in water. If necessary, use a damp cloth to wipe or spot clean the basket. After serving bread or other dried foods, turn the product upside down and shake and tap to release crumbs and residue. Avoid using chemicals or detergents.

Sun and fading - Due to being all natural fibers, keep dyed products out of direct sunlight for long periods of time to avoid natural fading. All natural products with little or no coloring do well in direct sunlight.

Avoid moisture or temperate changes when possible - If products are being stored for more than 2 weeks, please keep in a temperature controlled environment, elevated off of a concrete floor to avoid fluctuating cold and warm temperatures that could create mold.

Meaning & Purpose:

These delicately textured and handcrafted coasters were made by groups of women in intimate communities across Rwanda. They use the sisal agave plant and sweet grass to weave them together.

No returns on sale items.

How to Hang

For more details, visit our How to Hang Guide.

Kazi exists to create fair living wages, good working conditions and market access for artisans.  Some might call this “fair trade”, we call it good business. 

We are the first of 5 companies to receive the highly regarded Nest Seal. Every year we undergo an onsite audit in each country and with each cooperative to earn the right to mark our products with this important seal. 

When you see the Nest Seal you have the confidence to know products have been ethically handcrafted in a home or small workshop. This means fair wages are paid, good working conditions are provided, there are no children or forced labor in the workforce, materials are traced and fairly sourced and all aspects of the production and material processes (like dyeing) are in consideration of the environment and safe working environments. 

Read our full Fair Trade Statement

Free shipping to the continental United States on all orders $80+.

Orders $39.99 and below: $4.99 flat rate

Orders $40-$79.99: $7.99 flat rate

Orders typically ship within 3-7 business days. Express shipping is available.

At this time we do not offer shipping outside the US.

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Our Purpose
Beautiful Design that Empowers Women & Communities in Africa

Kazi exists to create high demand for expertly woven goods from skilled artisans.

Our work with work with Nest ensures that our wages and practices meet the highest possible standards, evolving with the global marketplace in real time.

The fair wage we provide increases income ten-fold in many cases, which then filters into local economies and communities.

The results: Skilled African Women Weave Our Creations and Forever Change Their Worlds.


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