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Respect Origins is a Socio-economic marketplace that offers the use of internet technologies to rural artisans and communities to increase their global reach, customer sales and participation in the formal economy. The CraftsBazaar team works through Rural Hubs, offering design and materials inputs to enable traditional crafts to remain contemporaneous and relevant. It takes accountability for demand generation, quality assurance, logistics and global delivery leaving the craftspersons to focus on celebrating their creative gifts and imparting skills-training to support sustainability. Materials used are natural, locally sourced and respectful fo the environment. Export Quality and Bulk Orders are managed at no extra cost offering great value to buyers. Its a labour of love and devotion to the millions who have talent, incredible dedication and ability but lack opportunity and respect.

Shawls of Kuttch; All About Skill and Soul

Shawls of Kuttch; All About Skill and Soul Striking contrasts of bright colours, Berry Red, Brilliant Indian Yellow with Leaf Green on Black, holding the tiniest, perfectly-rounded, gleaming mirrors in … Continue Reading Shawls of Kuttch; All About Skill and Soul

Humble Origins; Magnificent Treasures Woodwork of Jodhpur ~ लकड़ी का काम

The Wood work of Jodhpur is a very significant craft of Rajasthan, a region famous for Forts, Palaces, Precious Stones, Grand-Jewellery, In-lay work, Marble, Block-printing techniques, Ajrakh and Dabu, Bandhini … Continue Reading Humble Origins; Magnificent Treasures Woodwork of Jodhpur ~ लकड़ी का काम

Pursuit of Excellence: Petit Point Embroidery

As the name suggests, this craft is of French-origin and has become a fine addition to the Indian repertoire. Petit point or quite literally, small point, has the fine needlework … Continue Reading Pursuit of Excellence: Petit Point Embroidery

Vintage Memoirs

India, in all its magnitude, amazing history and diversity is perhaps best illustrated by its antiques. These objects of art are silent symbols of mainly two types. One, the awe-inspiring … Continue Reading Vintage Memoirs

They Walk On; Wear them Well Kolhapuri Chappals~कोल्हापुरी चप्पल

For those who were able to make it to college in the India of the 80s, of the many nostalgic memories perhaps the mouth-watering variety of affordable street-foods takes first-place! … Continue Reading They Walk On; Wear them Well Kolhapuri Chappals~कोल्हापुरी चप्पल

The Net Saree: A Coming of Age?

The most improbable of all contenders for fabric, with regards to the Indian Saree, would quite likely be the net. The saree was traditionally always made of fabrics that were … Continue Reading The Net Saree: A Coming of Age?

When in doubt..Accessorize!!!

Life is busy and time is scarce. There is perhaps this one fact that all parties, factions and groups agree upon, irrespective of their allegiance, political, social or ethic. Women … Continue Reading When in doubt..Accessorize!!!

Revel in the Folds of Timeless Tradition

The Saree has its origins going as far back as the Indus Valley Civilization, 2800-1800 B.C. It captivates with charm to enhance the enigma of the Indian woman. Draped in … Continue Reading Revel in the Folds of Timeless Tradition

Let’s Give Her a Chance

Equality is a right and like all rights needs to be upheld and protected in and outside, social, informal and formal institutions. Our vocabulary is expressive of our deepest generational … Continue Reading Let’s Give Her a Chance