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In the village of Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti, master metalworkers transform discarded steel oil drums into intricate hand-hammered wall art. Every dot, every feather, every contour made entirely by hand, with a hammer and a nail. 

Jaipur blue pottery is made from a quartz and glass based mixture rather than clay, then shaped, hand painted, and low fired with a cobalt glaze that gives it its distinctive blue tone.

Sleeveless cotton dresses made in India using lightweight cotton voile. Breathable, soft, and designed to stay comfortable in hot summer weather, with an easy fit for everyday wear and travel.

Wild olive wood crafts from Kenya are made from the African wild olive tree, a slow-growing hardwood found in East Africa.

It is a slow process. Every color requires its own block, and each layer must dry before the next is applied. This time-intensive method is what gives block printed textiles their depth and character.