|
|
Bamboula provides work and income for artisans in Ghana,
Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania by purchasing handcrafted products directly from
artisans. at fair prices, and uses the principles of Fair Trade in all of
its transactions with the artisan. Jasperdean Kobes, the owner, travels to
Africa several times a year to work directly with the artisans in the development
of new products for the American market. She developed her passion for Africa
when she was a Peace Corps Volunteer Teacher in Harar, Ethiopia. The products
are very popular, especially the recycled glass and baskets. |
| |
|
|
 |
|
|
Bamboula works with artisans in villages throughout
Africa to create products for export to world markets. Its extensive
collection of products highlights Africa’s indigenous artistic talent.
|
|
| It draws upon the wealth
of traditional motifs and symbolism, as well as the extraordinary
color and beauty of the continent. |
|
|
|
 |
|
Getting
the molds ready for glass pieces
|
|
|
|
Weaving Kente cloth by hand on a loom
|
|
| |
|