Cutie Cat Keychain

What better way to appreciate a craft than to give it a try? Are you ready for our very first DIY kit/online class? We are offering a workshop that requires very little equipment; is accessible to beginners and explores a fascinating culture: Hmong embroidery. Each kit includes all the material

The Mien Yao silk scarf pays homage to the Mien Yao people who live in Northern Laos. Their jackets often feature a single large pattern on the back, particularly the wedding apron often features a diamond shape motif. We have created a supplementary weave pattern and isolated that in the

This eco-friendly cushion cover is a magnet, drawing many of our visitors to come in for a closer look. Is it the natural indigo blue or the intricate Hmong batik patterns? We think it's probably a little of both. The Hmong use a wax-resist dyeing with indigo technique, primarily on

These hand-embroidered and handspun tea towels are super absorbent, thus perfect for drying hands and dishes. And when they’re not in use, they add some style to your kitchen with their colorful Akha embroidery! Akha communities in northern Laos’ Phongsaly Province decorate their clothing with beads and embroidery. The Akha

Did you know the metal discs are made from recycled aluminum cans? Handmade by Akha communities, this striking placemat is an example of the collaboration that occurs through our Village Weavers Project. The Akha use coins, silver and Job's Tears seeds to decorate their headdresses and traditional costumes. In recent

What better way to appreciate a craft than to give it a try? Our mission has always been to promote the discovery of Laos through textiles to our visiting guests in Luang Prabang. Today, after more than 20 years, we thought we would take our commitment further and share our