The Kenyan Crafts Company

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The Kenyan Crafts Company Sustainability Actions

Supports Kenyan women artisans

Our basket weavers are Kenyan women from remote rural villages, who have learned the art of weaving from their mothers and grandmothers. They handcraft each individual basket to our specifications, earning income for their families while keeping their precious craft traditions alive for future generations.

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Uses sustainably sourced sisal

All our baskets are completely handmade in Kenya of pure, sustainably-sourced sisal fibre. The work that goes into making our baskets is a sincere labour of love that starts with harvesting the sisal plant (Agave sisalana). Its leaves are crushed to extract the fibres, which are dried, dyed with natural colourants and rolled before the weaving process begins.

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Works with Maasai women

Today, we are promoting trade by working closely with the Maasai women, uniting the beadwork tradition with contemporary designs to make our dog collars. Which translates to a good deal for you and fair trade to the craftswoman.

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Uses recycled brass

The sturdy, solid brass buckle is hand cast by local artisans using recycled brass.

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Preserves Kiondo weaving

By developing healthy and sustainable partnerships while preserving the ‘Kiondo’ weaving tradition. We are able to bring our crafts to you.

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