ARTISAN MADE

Hand Twisting Yarn

After cultivation, women artisans in several villages transform raw, sun-dried jute fiber into yarn by hand. They gather in their homes to sort the fiber by color, texture, and strength selecting only what meets their trained eye.

Each artisan then twists the fiber into yarn using rhythm and instinct, adjusting tension as she works to keep the strands even and strong. Generations often work side by side, sharing methods passed down and refined over time. The result is yarn full of character and resilience the foundation for every weave that follows.

Close-up of hands working with yarn on a concrete floor.

Macrame

Macrame carries a long, cross-cultural history. The word comes from the Arabic mikrama, meaning towel, veil, or ornamental fringe. By the early 1900s, it reached India and Bangladesh, becoming part of local weaving traditions that continue today. We partner with artisans to create new silhouettes using varied knotting and weaving techniques. The knots, known as “flowers,” form the structure of each bag.

Person holding a yellow woven bag in a natural setting with bamboo trees.

Handweaving

Women gather in the village to weave. Depending on the style, some work independently, others together. Between daily tasks, this time becomes their own a space to create, talk, and take pride in what they make. As stories are shared and knots take form, their energy and care are woven in. Each bag carries that connection forward, linking their world to yours in something made with intention and heart.

Three women sitting on the ground, working with fishing nets.