Art & Craft

Background Bamm Stationers was established in 1992, becoming a significant player in the stationery industry in Zimbabwe. The company was acquired by its current owner in April 2003, and has continued to grow from strength to strength. Being owner managed there is a passion and energy in the business that has instilled a high level of confidence and trust in suppliers and customers alike. Our Mission We aim to consistently provide a personal and efficient service to our valued clients, while supplying quality stationery products to suite their unique needs. Our Products Bamm carefully selects its product mix to ensure that its clientele receive the best possible mix of quality, consistency and price.  The company maintains a constant flow of incoming shipments ensuring that all stocks remain current.  We are extremely proud of the world renowned agencies we hold, listed below. To Conclude Bamm Stationers’ friendly doors are always open to new and existing customers alike to experience first hand the companies’ personal service and wide range of stock. Given the chance, the company stands ready to convert all new prospects to loyal customers through its consistent service delivery and attention to detail. ADDRESS: 35 Bishop Gaul Ave, The Kopje, […]

Uganda Crafts 2000 Limited is a Ugandan owned Fair Trade Craft wholesaler and retailer. We export Fair Trade crafts around the world and we also run a local crafts store selling to locals and tourists a variety of Ugandan, Kenyan and Congolesse art and craft pieces. We run training courses on behalf of other organisations on request as well as in house training for artisans already in our network. We offer design know how and ideas to our artisans to keep our products up to date and competitative. Essentually the Uganda Crafts 2000 team is made up of a small number of staff that run the shop and the export business administration, design, quality control and packing. There are also all the individual artisans, community craft producer groups and supportive organizations that produce the crafts from their homes that we consider to be part of the Uganda Crafts 2000 family. BRIEF HISTORY Uganda Crafts 2000 Limited was incorporated as a private sector company in 2000; prior to that it was a non governmental organization known as Uganda Crafts. Uganda Crafts was formed in 1983 by Marilyn Dodge, a UNICEF worker and Betty Kinene, a recently redundant shopkeeper with the primary […]

The Inception of Ngwenya Glass Started in 1979 by Swedish Aid.  They built the factory, imported all the machinery and equipment and employed and trained Swazi’s in the age old art of glassblowing.  Two of the most talented were sent over to Sweden to be trained by some of the leading glassblowers in the world.  From 1981 to its closure in 1985, the factory was run entirely by Swazi’s. In June 1987, the factory was re-opened by Richard, Alix and Chas Prettejohn.  Richard a farmer, Alix an ex-librarian and Chas a marine engineer.  Further removed from  glassblowing one could hardly imagine!  You may ask “What prompted them to pack up everything in East London and to move to Swaziland/Eswatini to make glass animals?”! Well, the Prettejohn’s used to collect glass elephants from Swazi Glass Craft (Ngwenya Glass) until suddenly – NO MORE!  After a couple of years they decided to pop up to Swaziland/Eswatini whilst in Northern Natal and to “investigate”!  The outcome – Proud owners of the only glassblowing factory in Africa.  But now what?!  They know nothing about this business!!  Through sheer determination, hard work and common sense – and of course, invaluable assistance from Consol Glass, Talana […]

Swazi Candles was started in an old cowshed of a former dairy in 1982 by 2 South African art graduates. In those days The Kingdom of Swaziland was a haven of peace amidst troubled countries and proved to be an excellent place for setting up a Cottage Craft industry. The mountainous countryside was beautiful, the Swazi people were warm and friendly and proved to be ideal partners for our industry. The little workshop soon gained a reputation for producing unique candles and started attracting visitors. The vibrancy of the workshop, uniqueness of the product and the skill of the artisans resulted in Swazi Candles becoming one of Swaziland’s premier tourist attractions. By the mid nineties the humble cowshed workshop had burgeoned into an industry that employed over 200 local people and exported candles all over the world. The past few years we have developed some new product ranges including 100% organic soya candles, wax glow lamps (which illuminate for ±100 hours on 2 AA batteries) and handmade balms and soaps. Our range of products have grown into an astonishing array of patterns, shapes and designs. Following current trends and seasonal colour ways, we are continuously updating our styles and welcome […]

The Antenna Gallery is an “institution” in Dakar. The high selectivity of the objects presented, combined with the expertise of its animators, make reference. Its situation is atypical: it evolves off the trail of approved experts, auctioneers and membership of a renowned collection. Claude Everlé favors a large periodicity of inter-African travel, to the acquisition of objects in auction rooms. Are not the criteria born of the object-acquiring communion and a refined taste of aesthetics? Credo validated by a success of four decades … The history of the Antenna Gallery merges with that of its founder Marthe EVERLE, who, in 1964, year of her arrival in Senegal, brings her stone to the edification of the country. In 1972, she left the Lycée “Van Vo” to borrow with Claude EVERLE, her husband, the path of primitive and contemporary African art. Thirty years ago, it was to be a pioneer in Senegal, a Muslim country, to translate the rituals of the animist ethnic groups of the countries of West and Central Africa. From her tireless research, Marthe creates a database where each object of art is listed, with its formal specificities, its function … thus revealing its secret. Work for all: intellectuals, […]

ABOUT INEMA ART CENTER Founded in 2012 by brothers and self-taught painters Emmanuel Nkuranga and Innocent Nkurunziza, Inema Arts Center spurs creativity for personal, social, and economic growth. Nkurunziza and Nkuranga started Inema to tap the untapped potential of art in Rwanda. To use creative expression to bring the community and country alive. To provide exposure to creative people and create opportunities for Rwanda’s most underserved to use creativity for a productive livelihood. Today, Inema Arts Center has become a beacon in Rwanda for cultivating creative expression. Who We Are Inema Arts Center is a collective of Rwandan creative artists. At its core, Inema Arts Center provides space for 10 artists in residence to explore their creative talent. Specializing in contemporary African Arts, Crafts, Music, and Dance. Inema’s artists produce paintings, sculptures, and mixed media expressions showcased in, the Gallery at Inema Arts Center. The Center is home to programmes, projects, and initiatives that expand creative arts in Rwanda. Through workshops, trainings, and hands on classes, the Inema Arts Center provides a space to fuel creative expression. Inema Art Center featured in New york times The Inema Arts Center (250-783-187-646; inemaartcenter.com) opened in 2012 in a split-level house with a […]

History of the Namibia Craft Centre The Namibia Craft Centre opened its doors in 1990, under Newveld Ventures Investment & Development Company (Pty) Ltd. In 1996 the Rossing Foundation took over the management of the centre, and expanded and upgraded it with the inclusion of the Omba Gallery. Kerry MacNamara Architects won an award for the design of the centre, and the new Namibia Craft Centre opened its doors in 1997. As the demand for more trading space increased, the Namibian Craft Centre expanded further in 1999 to include the Hilde List Loft and the Cold Room. In 2004, the Omba Arts Trust was established and took over the management of the Namibian Craft Centre from the Rossing Foundation. In 2009, the trust decided to focus on its core business of craft development, which resulted in the registration of the Namibia Craft Centre as a section 21 Company: Namibia Arts, Craft & Design. Namibia Craft Centre: 824,000 km² under one roof The Namibia Craft Centre provides retail space to approximately 40 craft enterprises that hail from distinct communities, ethnic groups and projects, providing a platform for Namibian handicraft from jewellery to carved tree roots. Centrally situated in Tal Street in the […]

Welcome to Machilla Magic, a Mozambican, community upliftment, arts and crafts endeavour. Founded in 2000 in the small fishing village of Macunhe, 25km north of Vilanculos, a bustling town in the world heritage site – Bazaruto Archipelago, Machilla Magic has grown from a small village project to the vibrant venture it portrays today. Within the Vilanculos and Macunhe area, over 50 independent artists currently work together sharing their talent, skills and inspiration to bring you a diverse range of exclusively Mozambican handcrafts, echoing the soul, rhythm and vibrancy of coastal Mozambique. Enter our website and learn more about these gifted artisans, their community, crafts and the story of Machilla Magic. Sandy and Snowy came to Mozambique in 1999, where they lived in Machune Bay alongside the local ‘pescadors’ (fishermen) and their families, sharing their knowledge of sustainability and permaculture. Dependent entirely upon fishing, the livelihood of the pescadors was threatened by increased netting and trawling activity in the area, which greatly concerned Sandy and Snowy. The couple put their thinking caps on and, inspired by the enthusiasm of the local people, began teaching new skills such as creative knot tying – a natural adaptation for the pescadors, beading and carving […]

Being a family owned business since 1991, we believe that offering flowers is a wonderful way to show someone how much you care. Whether you are looking for a personal way to express your affection for loved ones away from you, or make that first impression which will make that special someone smile in years to come, Edwige Boutique Florist can provide just the right bouquet to get your message across. We are passionate about flowers and have been delivering flowers and gifts to the local community and businesses for 27 years. It is quite an accomplishment and we are very proud. Our flowers add the finishing touch to any occasion, from a birthday to a funeral tribute. If you require something a little bit different, we will go the extra mile to create your perfect bouquet or arrangement. Nothing is out of the question at Edwige Boutique Florist – simply tell us what you want and we’ll do our best to make it happen. A big Thank you to all our existing customers for your support, loyalty and inspiration over the years. With your help Edwige Boutique Florist will continue to innovate in style, creativity and imagination. Choose Edwige […]

Botswanacraft was established in 1970 by the Botswana Development Corporation to develop the rural based handicraft industry of the country. The company has grown to be Botswana’s largest retailer and exporter of handicrafts. Privately owned since 1993 the company now directly employs over forty citizens and indirectly creates work for numerous rural craft producers thoughout the country. Botswanacraft complements locally made products by importing handicrafts from the southern African region and other developing countries. We are dedicated towards improving the quality of life for rural Batswana and the management and utilisation of our natural resources. The most famous of all the craft products of Botswana is the basket. As an intergral part of the Botswana agricultural culture, baskets have been made and used traditionally for thousands of years. Closed baskets with lids are used for storing grain, seeds, and sometimes sorghum beer. Large, open bowl shaped baskets are used by the women for carrying items on their heads and for winnowing grain after it has been threshed. Smaller, plate shaped baskets are used for winnowing grain after it has been pounded. The main producers of baskets are the women of the Bayei and Hambukushu tribes in northwestern Botswana. Although baskets […]

An e-commerce platform for all African crafts. We provide you with all crafts originally made in Africa, for all occasions. Jewelry, bags, flower vases, tie, belt, etc; made with beads and fabric. Products & Services adorable necklace beautiful multicolored necklace, you can wear with blouses, shirts or even gowns. Address kalla street, lumpsum, Limbe, Cameroon

Weyra Crafts is a woman-owned business established in 2008 to be a leading exporter of innovative artifacts that reflect the rich cultural heritage of Africa and Ethiopia in particular. Hand Spinning Master craftswomen spin wool into a continuous thread by hand Preparation Preparation for weft from hand spun cotton on a small hollow made of bamboo using bobbin winder Tieing Thread Tieing the thread to the beam in prepartion for warping Warping Arrange strands of cotton thread onto (a loom) in preparation for weaving Weaving Cotton threads are interlaced to form various unique fabrics ADDRESS: Asmara Rd, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Salem’s Design is more than a craft store; Salem’s provides a traditional cultural shopping experience with contemporary, creative designs. Every piece holds an Ethiopian story, weaving together the people who make the crafts with the tradition of cotton spinning, basket weaving or embroidery, the religious significance of each regional cross, the tribal importance of beaded jewelry or the pure cotton scarves. Salem’s Design is living history, telling the stories of Ethiopia as it courageously battled wars, bonded religions and empowered its people through artwork. Salem’s Design started as a couple necklaces sold to friends, but over the past three years Salem’s Design has become a destination for expatriates, tourists, and Ethiopians for high-end jewelry and gifts. With a new, beautiful website, new location, and space for weavers, jewelers and baskets weavers, Salem’s is poised for fast growth. She will be taking orders from abroad and expanding her services to the Addis Ababa market. ADDRESS: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Shifteye Studios, formerly The Shifteye Gallery, is a versatile & multi-disciplinary Photography, Design & Film Studio, Art Gallery and Event Space in the heart of Nairobi. A space created to showcase a multitude of creative forms of expression, give creative practitioners a platform to interact but above all a space that welcomes all to learn, engage and be inspired… with emphasis on photographic forms of expression. At Shifteye Studios we welcome creative practitioners from all over the world. Additionally, we look forward to working closely with all manner of creative practitioners within Kenya and as well as Africa. Our aim is the continual support of local creative talent, creating a larger, wider platform for photographers as well as artists in general, in the hope of contributing to the growing recognition of Kenya’s large Art & developing Photography culture. The space has been intricately re-designed to not only function as a larger photography studio than it previously could but to also continue to allow the exhibit of exquisite local & international art, facilitate scintillating dance & live music events, showcase jaw dropping high fashion events and serve a meeting point for creative in Nairobi. We welcome you to come visit the […]

If you want to find crafts from all around the country, Markaz is the place to go. Located on Road 199 in Degla, the charming shop considers itself to be a ‘crafts revival and development centre’. Carrying household items made from all areas of Egypt, the merchandise is as authentic and local as can get. The shop itself is somewhat discreet and could easily go unnoticed since there is no sign at the door and one could easily mistake it for being, well, anything other than a shop. The interior is soft and inviting, made up of two floors. On the bottom floor you will find a range of tribal-like carpets from South Sinai adorned with almost Aztec patterns, available in deep reds and browns, or more neutral colours. The prices go between about 250LE and 400LE according to size. Further into the shop there are floor-to-ceiling shelves with handmade bed covers and throws (around 250LE) and table clothes (around 175LE). ‘Akhmeem’ designs – which use a striped, satin-like fabric – originating from Sohag, are readily used on pillows, where a relatively large one goes for 120LE. Other styles of pillows can be found upstairs, with embroidered scenery made in […]

Original hand made, product with guarantee. The painting made on original papyrus, which can be roll without breaking, the colours are well fixed with natural fixative. The boxes are made with mother of pearls, with decorative islamic motifs. Deep engrave bottles, and embilished bottles, a unique handmade collection. The company was established five years ago. Situated at AL azhar market/khan khalili, cairo, Egypt. Our product entices customer, especially, tourist to Egypt from all over the world. We sell wholesale/retails. We offer special order to interested customer, in the production of invitation letter on papyrus, wedding cards, greetings cards, and write your name in hearoglyphics[cartouch] all on papyrus paper. We sell blanc papyrus paper in any quantity. We guaranty, good quality and durability of our product. Industry Focus Paintings & Calligraphies, Antique Imitation Crafts, Jewellery Cases/Boxes, Glassware ADDRESS: 16, Ahmam El- Mosbaga St, Beside Wokala Sultan Al-ghouri, Al-azhar, Cairo, Cairo, Cairo, Egypt

Everard Read is Africa’s oldest commercial art gallery. Established along a dusty street in the young mining town of Johannesburg the gallery celebrates its centenary year in 2013. Evolving within the continents economic powerhouse, Everard Read has since its inception been associated with pre-eminent artists working in Southern Africa. Throughout the 20th Century, a large proportion of South Africa’s most important paintings and sculpture graced the interior of the gallery in central Johannesburg. Everard Read has also been involved in sourcing Fine Art from acclaimed international artists and continues to do so. This, over decades, profoundly stimulated the tastes and sophistication of art collectors in a country somewhat isolated during apartheid. In the dynamic contemporary era in South Africa, Everard Read is at its core a gallery dedicated to exhibiting paintings and sculpture by South Africa’s finest modern and contemporary artists. The development of young artists’ careers is also a crucial component of the gallery’s mission. After our 50 years in the city centre, in the late 1970’s, a new gallery was built to house Everard Read on Jellicoe Avenue, Rosebank. This building has since become a celebrated icon of South African post-modern design. In 2009, the CIRCA building was […]

Visit Lembu Lembu Gallery is situated on Harbour Road, in a one hundred year old fisherman’s cottage close to Hermanus’s Old Harbour. The gallery exhibits a wide range of fine South African and African art and fine craft including paintings, sculpture, ceramics, basketware, African artifacts and jewellery. It is the home gallery and studio of artist Ed Bredenkamp, most well-known for his iconic red elephant studies. Lembu also exhibits the work of two other established Hermanus based artists – the magical surrealist paintings of Elise Macdonald and ceramicist Catherine Brennon’s beautiful ‘Dream Boxes.’ The gallery has on display a wide range of hand printed fabrics including table runners, cushion covers and wall hangings. These fabrics are all produced in the Lembu studio using a library of hand carved printing blocks. The studio, a short fifty metre walk from the gallery, is open to the public and visitors are welcome to watch the hand printing process taking place. ADDRESS: 10 Harbour Rd, Hermanus, 7200, South Africa

Porcupine creates “Raku” fired ceramic art pieces richly inspired by the art and animals of Africa. Handcrafted ceramic sculptures, pots, plates and utilitarian items of originality and collectability, reflecting the colours and traditions of Africa, are produced by a collective of local artisans, trained and mentored by Porcupine since 1994. Our factory shop and studio, at “The Mill” in the beautiful Crags, offers tours of our working studio to visitors from 9am – 5pm, 7 days a week. ADDRESS: Shop 11A, Watershed, 17 Dock Rd, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002, South Africa

About Us Crafts Village Nigeria is an online local business finder and marketplace for Arts, Crafts and Afrocentric Businesses in Nigeria. Crafts Village Nigeria is designed to connect and bridge the gap between local art practitioners, crafts men & Afrocentric businesses with their global consumers and target market via our online portal by reaching a growing number of internet users with their arts and crafts products, services and supplies. Mission “Our mission is to become Nigeria’s no.1 marketplace for indigenous art, crafts and Afrocentric products and services.”   CraftsVillage.com.ng not only provides consumers or art enthusiasts a convenient platform to search, list, advertise, sell or buy their favourite fashion crafts, home & office interior decors and several other made in Nigeria artistic products/services; it also provides merchants the advantage of being open for business 24/7, shop for tools and supplies needed to carry out their various artworks and also the opportunity to broaden their reach to consumers across Nigeria, Africa and the rest of the world. Crafts Village was founded by Ogunbekun Olaitan in April 2014, a reputable Paper Crafts Artist who specializes in Greeting Cards, handmade home decoration items and have impressed up to the Presidency level of the […]