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Handmade Natural Raffia Fringed Charger

Regular price $42.00 USD
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Ethically Handmade Natural Large Fringed Charger from Uganda

We've never seen more cheerful and chic fringed chargers. These can also serve as trivets for any countertop or tabletop and are sure to capture the attention of the family and friends you are serving. It not only protects the table, but is made with all natural fibers by hand in Uganda, so it's also eco-conscious and makes an impact. Could it get any better than that?

These gorgeous, woven pieces are a true work of art. A must-have for every home decor enthusiast or someone looking to give a personalized hostess gift for birthdays or weddings. 

These delicately textured and woven chargers + placemats were made by groups of women in small cooperatives across rural areas of Uganda in an ethical, fair trade environment. They weave together grass and raffia using a sewing needle to achieve these incredible pieces of art.

Details

Materials: Raffia, grass
Dimensions: 15"D x .1"H

Why we love these natural fringed chargers

These chargers from Kazi Goods are ethically crafted and locally sourced, and the artisans use natural fibers and organic dyes to sustainably make them. Your purchase works towards alleviating poverty and unemployment in East Africa while supporting artisans in their pursuit of greater things.

Care Instructions

Moisture
Avoid soaking, if spilled on and soaked, ensure to pat dry and air out, or mold could build up and the natural dyes could run.

Cleaning
Made of natural fibers and grass; do not submerge in water. If necessary, use a damp cloth to wipe or spot clean. Avoid using chemicals or detergents.

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.

Eco-Impact

Social Impact

When you buy from KAZI, you support artisans in marginalized communitties by giving them fair wage employment. The company also donated proceeds to NEST, which is building a new handworker economy to generate global workforce inclusivity, improve women's wellbeing beyond factories.

Kazi is a home goods and decor brand that works alongside artisans to create beautiful, handmade pieces. They empower craftsmen from Rwanda, Uganda and Ghana by economically supporting marginalized communities and assuring them fair wage jobs. They believe that each sold product can truly change your life and theirs. All products are handcrafted using traditional techniques and using only natural, sustainable materials.

Truly Ethical Crafting

Global artisan work is notoriously unregulated, underserved, and unprotected. KAZI is currently one of only five companies to carry the Nest Seal of Ethical Handcraft on their treasures — the highest standards for assessing artisan homeworker production and supply chains. So when you purchase this treasure, you can feel good knowing everything is ethically made in a home or small workshop.

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