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Wood-block Printing Group
Keeping art alive: the eco bags
Ramlal Khatri (Seen above and to the left) is a very talented artisan who has won prestigious national awards for his wood-block printing, a traditional art where hand-carved wood blocks are used to create patterns on fabric. He follows an environmentally-friendly process and uses 100% natural dyes. Wood-blocking has been practiced for generations, originally used to create bed sheets, for which they were given merit as artists. However, these were not very marketable products, and this artisan group began to struggle.
Handmade Expressions developed the idea of making functional products using this age-old technique as a way to preserve this traditional art. Thus, the Eco-shopper and Green Computing laptop bag were born. Our Eco-shopper bags are reusable, washable shopping bags, made from locally-grown and woven, unbleached cotton. These are then hand-blocked using natural mineral and vegetable dyes. They have become our number 1 best selling item, which has definitely impacted Ramlal and his group.
Soon after we added more products made by this group to our inventory. Fair Trade has helped Ramlal and his group reach a market, allowing them to live off of their art. This has kept the traditional wood-block printing knowledge alive. In addition, the group now has sustainable income, which they use to develop their community.
Below you can see more products created by this artisan group:
$ 13.00
Braided Crossbody Bag
Cross body bag. 100% cotton. Assorted block printed fabric. Top edge has hand embroidery. Wooden o-rings connect braided strap. Inside pocket and magnetic closure.
Materials: Cotton
Size: 14" W x 14 1/2" L. Strap drop approx 22"
$ 7.00
RMK Pencil Case
New!
This pencil case features the much loved patchwork look that comes from the Wood Block Printing Group. It has a zip closure and a small fabric loop on the end perfect for hanging.
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$ 7.00
Melange Cosmetic Bag
This brightly colorful accessory bag is made by hand through patchwork. Different pieces of fabric are block printed with natural dyes, then sewn together to form the bag. Great for traveling.
These accessory bags are fair trade bags, handmade in India. The artisans that make them are compensated fairly for...
$ 24.00
Green Computing
Trendy laptop bags, made with 100% natural dyes. Great eco-alternative to conventional synthetic laptop bags. Machine washable. Completely quilted, multiple pockets for pens, calculators, credit cards, etc.
Composition: Cotton
Size: 15” x 12” x 2.5” (width)
Min Order Qty – 2 per color
$ 7.00
Eco Shopper
The Eco Shopper is always a best selelr! Lightweight, colorful, and 100% naturally dyed, the eco shopper bag can be used for any occasion and are machine washable. The fabric is hand block printed and these also can be customized with your logo and other information (see below for details)...
Member of the Green Business Network
Member of Fair Trade Federation