Handicrafts Blog

With Fall soon approaching, you will want to update your wardrobe with new cold month accessories. The Craft Montaz collection of matching scarves and jewelry is the perfect breath of fresh air needed to enhance your outfits: our black and white patterns will make your style especially chic. The scarves...

Indian fashion is known for its intricate designs and attention to detail. Scarves are a popular Indian accessory and are versatile -- they can be paired with any outfit to add instant style. The Craft Montaz collection of fair trade patterned silk scarves are uniquely designed and are hand-dyed, hand-painted,...

Our customers are raving about our beautifully crafted fair trade Bali wood sculptures! Bali wood figurines are produced inland on the tropical island where talented wood artists produce hand-carved items. For centuries woodcarvers and artists have used their skills for architectural purposes in temples, palaces, and houses creating detailed wall...

The Craft Montaz collection has pottery and crafts from around the world created by hardworking local artists who want to preserve and share their unique cultures. This week we are featuring decorative fair trade vases and pots from the country of Peru. Peru has a rich history of ceramic-making. Perhaps...

Chulucanas pottery was developed by using techniques from pre-Inca times. These unique ceramic pieces are thrown and smoothed totally by hand. The ceramic pieces featured here are handmade by artist Rogger Crisanto in the Chulucanas town in the Piura Valley in Peru. This type of pottery is known for its...

Check out the Craft Montaz collection of fair trade home office decor products featured below. These items can be placed on desks, bookshelves, or other corners of your office to bring warmth to the space, make it more functional, and inspire you throughout the day. With many companies allowing employees...

These fair trade boxes and trays are ideal for storing small mementos and trinkets. These items are made in Kenya using soapstone, a durable material often used in sculpture and functional art. Our artists specialize in making soapstone boxes and trays. Soapstone is a natural quarried stone. It's a metamorphic...

Terracotta jewelry is made from natural earthenware clay. It gets its name from the Latin word Terracotta that means “baked earth” and is known for its reddish-brown color. The clay can be shaped and molded into different designs, allowing for an abundance of creativity. The Craft Montaz collection of terracotta...

These fair trade tote bags have intriguing patterns, inspired by designs from India. The paisley prints, mirror work, and ethnic strap designs showcase the unique work of local Indian artisans. These bags are versatile -- they can be used for more casual occasions such as running errands or going out...

The tie dye Indian fair trade scarves featured here are stunning and vibrant. They are versatile and can be worn during all seasons of the year, depending on how you accessorize them. The fair trade scarves are available in solid colors and patterns, and are made using the traditional Indian...