Charming Songbird Ornament
Charming Songbird Ornament
Crafted by Karenni refugees living in Thailand
This little bird is made from handwoven textiles by Karenni women. The women spin threads, dye them, and weaving them into fine fabrics using traditional backstrap looms.
Made in partnership with WEAVE Women
About the craftsmanship
Karenni people are known for their rich cultural traditions, including their distinctive weaving techniques and textiles. Karenni women, in particular, play a central role in the weaving process and often learn these skills from a young age, passing them down through generations.
Size:
5.3 cm x 7.5 cm x 1.8 cm
Materials:
Handwoven fabric, felt, thread, stuffing
Each MADE51 product that reaches consumer hands plays a part in enabling refugees to contribute to their host country’s economy and strengthens their ties with local society. Each purchase also represents an unmistakable act of solidarity with refugees and an appreciation for the power of the human spirit.
Throughout Africa, Asia and the Middle East, MADE51 links refugee artisans in hosting countries with local social enterprises that work in the artisanal sector. MADE51 social enterprise partners are selected based on their proven experience in design, production management, export and marketing.
In partnership with the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO), MADE51 sets the ethical compliance standards that social enterprise partners must meet in their work with refugees. This ensures that each artisan receives a fair wage, has decent working conditions and that the 10 principles of Fair Trade are met.