At DPDO’s Women’s Center in North Darfur, Sudan, success is named Hawa, Khadiga, Fatiah, Miriam, and Aisha.
They are some of the master craftswomen united in a cooperative enterprise to produce unique basketry. They are young women, older women, heads of households, mothers with infants – all devoted to their artistry as a means to earn income for their families’ needs.
Their Cooperative supports 275 of the hardest working women in Sudan.
At DPDO’s Women’s Center in North Darfur, Sudan, success is named Hawa, Khadiga, Fatiah, Miriam, and Aisha.
They are some of the master craftswomen united in a cooperative enterprise to produce unique basketry. They are young women, older women, heads of households, mothers with infants – all devoted to their artistry as a means to earn income for their families’ needs.
Their Cooperative supports 275 of the hardest working women in Sudan.
Gift of Love
Every basket is unique.
This sturdy bowl-shaped basket makes a dramatic statement on your table. Display and serve fruit, bread, cookies and other delectables in a manner befitting their flavor and beauty
Dimensions: 2″ tall, 7-9″ wide
Colors: Amber or burnt orange background with designs in black, violet, crimson, emerald
Basket of Peace
**TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK** Estimate arrival Oct 31, 2011
Well-crafted with distinctive color or design signatures, these small baskets take up little space but make a huge statement. A unique hideaway for your secret treasures. Our favorite basket of the collection.
Dimensions: 5″ tall, 5-6″ wide with lid
Colors: a combination of burnt orange, violet, crimson, and black.
Basket of Hope
**TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK**
A work of art to display in your home or office. Also colorful, sturdy storage for makeup, craft supplies, sewing notions, snacks, or a dazzling nest for your favorite potted plant.
Dimensions: 4-5″ tall, 6-7″ wide NO LID
Colors: burnt orange, violet, crimson, and black.
Basket of Strength
Our largest basket. An exquisite collector’s treasure!
Dimensions: 7-8″ tall; 10-11″ wide with lid – some variation in size
Color palette: Violet, crimson, forest green, black, buff
Gift of the Desert
This bowl-shaped basket makes a dramatic statement on your table. Display and serve fruit, bread, cookies and other delectables in a manner befitting their flavor and beauty
Dimensions: 2″ tall, 7-9″ wide
Colors: Buff with designs in black, violet, crimson, or emerald