The Supply Change

Artisans - Africa

From cut-n-sew workshops to weavers, knitters and beaders, there are talented and creative artisans all across Africa. Inspiring and innovative recycling/upcycling artisan social enterprises will change your views on waste.

Botswana

Ethiopia

Ghana

Kenya

Lesotho

Liberia

Malawi

Namibia

Rwanda

South Africa

Swaziland

Tanzania

Zambia

Basket Weavers - Kenya

Masai Beaders - Kenya

Organic Cotton Handloom Weaving - Kenya

Sisel Weaving - Rwanda

Pattern Making / Tailors - Rwanda

Handknit Toys and Cold Weather Accessories - Kenya

Domestic and Raw Silk Production - Kenya

Cold Weather Knit Accessories - Uganda

Merino Wool Weavers - Cold Weather Accessories & Rugs - Lesotho

Sisel Basket Weavers - Rwanda

Sewing Workshop - Rwanda

Horn and Bone Upcycling Workshop - Kenya

Glass Upcycling Workshop - Kenya

Scrap Metal Upcycling Workshop - Kenya

Cut-n-Sew Eco-Factory - Kenya

Plastic Bag Upcycling - Zambia

Handmade Beads - Swaziland

Cut-n-Sew Workshop - Kenya

Flip Flop Recycling - Kenya

Artisans - Central & South America

Skilled knitters, weavers and beaders from diverse cultures translate traditional designs into modern day products.

Argentina

Brazil

Colombia

Ecuador

Guatemala

Peru

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Artisans - Asia

Beautiful weavings, unique fabrics and embroideries. Meticulous hand-work and precision detailing are seen in the products and jewelry.

Cambodia

India

Indonesia

Laos

Philippines

Products - Africa

Products - Central & South America

Products - Asia

Upcycled woven cellophane canvas lined totes - India

Printed pineapple fiber fabric - Philippines

Rattan clutch with embellishment - Philippines

Fashion Designers Without Borders: Immersive Sourcing Safaris

Fashion Designers Without Borders, a development initiative of The Supply Change, is the first international travel program offering trips tailored to design industry professionals. Explore opportunities to produce profitable products with positive impact. We are helping create closer relationships between the design community and artisan social enterprises around the world.

We believe change comes from within a company. Through our Immersive Sourcing Safaris, we strive to raise awareness, open up discussions on best practices in international development, and foster partnerships between retail brands and social enterprises.

Meet and be inspired by the artisans and their local resources. Realize the potential of sourcing in developing countries, balancing profits with principles. Immerse yourself in the culture and the people.
Witness the creative energy and innovation of a breadth of artisan groups.

Immersive Sourcing Safaris

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Kenya Sourcing Safari Video 2013

Visiting the Puma / Wildlife Works Factory

Crossing the Kitengela Bridge to Glass Factory

Bike ride through the Tigoni Tea Plantations

Wine tasting at the home of Jas Bedi

Concepts

Images infused with fun, cheeky humor and wit. The Supply Change inspires with its whimsical art direction. Don't take life too seriously.

- Research & Development

- Product Concept Creation

- Art Direction

- Brand Marketing

A Merry Masai Christmas

Photoshoot Art Direction

Masai Beaded Ornaments

Masai Fabric Christmas Stockings

Save the Wino

Reusable organic cotton wine bags made in Kenya empowering communities and benefiting rhino conservation at Ol Pejeta Conservancy.

Life's A Beach - Reversible Kikoy Bikinis

Trunks for Trunks

Save the Elephants.

Collaborations

Since 2012, The Supply Change has created partnerships between brands and artisan groups in developing countries. Check out some of the collaboration products!

Lucky Brand x Mercado Global - Guatemala

A Supply Change 2013 Collaboration. Handwoven totes and purses made by Guatemalan artisans for Lucky Brand's 2013 Summer label.

Missibaba x The Supply Change

The Supply Change led Missibaba designer, Chloe Townsend, on a tailored two week sourcing safari around Kenya. After being introduced to Masai beaders, she designed beautiful beaded panels for her new collection of purses and clutches.

Whole Foods x CTC International Kenya

The Supply Change consulting on the L.I.F.E.line products for CTC x Whole Foods partnership. Video filmed and edit by Odd Couple Creative.

Lucky Brand x CTC International Kenya

Maasai Beaded Message Bracelets - Concept by The Supply Change

Chico's x The Andean Collection (Faire Collection)

A Supply Change 2012 Collaboration. These natural seed accessories were made exclusively for Chico's Spring 2012 collection by Ecuadorian artisans.

Calypso x The Andean Collection (Faire Collection)

A Supply Change 2013 Collaboration. These exclusive Calypso pieces utilize Ecuador's natural seeds in jewelry.

Lucky Brand x Love is Mighty - India

For Fall 2013, Lucky Brand featured Love is Mighty's upcycled woven stripe plastic bag canvas-lined totes. A Supply Change facilitated partnership.

Travel

As an avid traveller, I look for socially and environmentally responsible, unique lodging experiences abroad. Design aesthetic, eco and conservation efforts, community engagement, service and food are all integral to creating memorable and impactful adventures. Here are some my favorite places and travel tips to bring out the modern day nomad in you.

Chrissie's Ecuador Travel Tips

Laid-back lifestyles, lush landscapes and lovely people. That's Ecuador. I love it here. I can't wait to come back.

WHAT TO DO & SEE:

Volcano Cotopaxi Nevado Rose Farms Termas de Papallacta

WHERE TO STAY:

By Volcano Cotopaxi Hosteria La Cienega

High above Otovalo Ali Shungu Mountaintop Lodge

In the Cloud Forest of Mindo El Monte Sustainable Lodge

In an Eco-Treehouse Mashpi Lodge

In The Amazon Sani Lodge

Casa Palopo - Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

Spice Coast Cruises - Alleppey, Kerala, India

Luxury handmade houseboats from coconut fibers. Cruise the Kerala backwaters, take in the breathtaking views, visit villages and eat incredible local food. You'll never want to leave.