With our new focus on sustainable, ethical homewares, we are proud to say we are working with partners in 11 different countries. It encompasses 65...
His workshop is Manos Que Ven (Hands That See). The artisan is Jose Garcia Antonio, a sculptor who lost his sight in the 1950s, due...
Red earth. Eucalyptus trees. Rain pounding on roofs. People waving as you pass. Boda Bodas honking. Brightly coloured dresses. Men sitting under shade trees …...
At the core of this shift is an exploration of what it means to live a more connected, intentional life. Intentional living is about slowing...
Ethical consumers know where their consumer goods come from. And at Obakki, we track the origins, the raw materials, the complete process — of everything...
Japan’s craftsmanship is based on process and precision. But for a craft to survive in modern societies, it needs to speak to modern needs. And...
Today we sit down with ceramic artist and sculptor Bianca Pintan for our series "Five Questions". Bianca draws inspiration from the imperfections in nature and...
It’s al fresco dining season again and we’re back with Treana’s signature style for summer – a blend of food, drink, and tableware to make...
Our Mexican artisan partners tell us that they love working with lava rock – as their forefathers (and mothers) did. The textures, the colours, and...
Glass blowing has been around for some time, invented by Syrian craftsmen more than 2,500 years ago. When purchasing quality glassware or art glass, you...
These women are incredible, and it is their drive and commitment that is the future of African baskets. They learn their craft by spending hours...
At Obakki, we work with our artisan partners to help them reach their goals, which often emphasize better access to international markets. And as it...
Whether it comes from the cabinet of a home that spent decades filled with love, or from a table gifted to a soldier and his...
Our artisan partners are the soul of Obakki—and the reason we do what we do. Our primary objective is to help talented artists around the...
Sustainability, transparency, and cultural respect are essential components if you want your closet and home to have a truly clean conscience. Throw-away culture can be avoided...
Ethical shopping isn’t just a moral decision – your choice will provide its own reward in durability and lasting aesthetic value along with a new...
It was a time of great reflection and planning in 2020 when the world shut down. Before we knew it, it was the autumn of...
Black Clay of Oaxaca. Red Clay of Oaxaca. The Mixteca Pottery of Oaxaca. All of these Obakki pieces are shaped by hand with the thought...
Looks good, lasts forever. Absorbent, soft, gets better with use. Small ecological footprint. And worth its weight in gold. Just ask the Egyptians.
There are multiple benefits to small batch production, starting with what they aren’t. They are not mass-produced in some factory somewhere. And they are not...
Story Created using raw cotton and fiber from the sansevieria plant, these wall hangings are sure to impress with their textural, minimal flare. Handmade by weavers in Querétaro, Mexico, this collective of female artisans began with a mission to preserve knowledge about ancient textile techniques while caring for and respecting the environment. Obakki is proud to be Caralarga's exclusive Canadian retail partner. Details MEASUREMENTS: MEASUREMENTS: - 18 W x 90 cm H / 7 x 35.5" MATERIALS: 100% raw cotton, tinted cotton thread, MDF base, steel hanging hardware. COLOUR: Natural/Black ORIGIN: Mexico Product Care Treat with care – the cotton thread on these pieces is non-washable. Brush with a standard comb to maintain shape. Shipping + Returns This art piece is Made-to-Order. The production time needed prior to shipping is generally 4-6 weeks but may vary. Shipments come directly from our artisan partners in Mexico. Please contact us for further inquiries. This item does not qualify for free shipping or local pick up. Shipping charges not included at checkout. A member of our team will be in contact with an accurate shipping quote within 48 hours of placing your order. All Made-to-Order pieces are final sale
Get to know the organic ingredients used in our signature soap—chemical free, palm-oil free, paraben free, sulfate free. Exclusive formulations designed to nourish, replenish and...
It is said that one person’s trash is another person’s treasure, and it’s never been more true than when it comes to upcycling, where waste...
Whether you are assembling a meat board or a vegetarian charcuterie board - variety is the key. A variety of senses deserve a variety of...
There are good reasons that wooden bowls and utensils have withstood the test of time. A wooden bowl is the classic way to make a...
As the holiday season approaches we want to inspire sustainable gift-giving. Instead of manic gift purchasing, you’ve still got time to make sure that your...
Story Our eco-friendly baskets are handmade by our artisan partners in Kenya using locally sourced sisal fiber. Whether you are using them as a storage catch-all or a woven plant pot, any way you style these baskets you'll be adding a global flair to your space. The women of Kitui weave baskets with soul. Whether they are widows or single mothers, for the women in this co-op weaving is their only source of income, enabling them to feed their families and send their children to school. Details MEASUREMENTS: 45.5 Diameter x 40.5 Depth / 18 x 16" MATERIALS: 100% Sisal COLOUR: Black Melange ORIGIN: Kenya NOTICE: These baskets are handmade and sizes may vary slightly from piece to piece Product Care Each basket is unique and slight variations can occur due to their handmade nature. Spot clean using minimal water and an undyed cloth to prevent colours from bleeding.
African blackwood and African redwood are both extremely coveted around the world as exotic wood types. Members of the broader redwood family, these ancient trees...
What happens if a young man wants to propose to his love in a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico? He must first ask her parents...
