Meet the Makers: Why We Partner With Artisans
In a world of mass production and quick clicks, there’s something profoundly grounding about knowing who made the objects in your home. The bowl you serve dinner in, the cutting board you prep on, the throw draped over the back of your sofa — these pieces carry stories, hands, histories.
At our shop, we believe those stories matter.
Partnering with artisans isn’t just a business choice; it’s a commitment to honoring heritage, supporting fair work, and surrounding ourselves (and you) with pieces made with intention. When you bring home something handcrafted, you’re investing in quality, culture, and humanity — not just a product.
Today, we’re honored to introduce three of the artisan makers whose work fills our shelves and homes. Their craftsmanship inspires us daily, and their values align with everything we want this shop to stand for: sustainability, beauty, longevity, and design with depth.
GHARYAN: Stoneware Rooted in Mediterranean Tradition
Our journey begins on the Cap Bon peninsula of Tunisia, where Gharyan sources pure, mineral-rich clay from the Mediterranean’s azure depths. This coastline has nurtured pottery traditions for centuries — artistry passed from generation to generation, shaped by the region’s gardens of citrus, roses, jasmine, and vines.
Today, the same artisans who safeguard this ancient craft hand-shape each Gharyan stoneware piece we carry. Their skill is time-honored, their connection to the land palpable.
What drew us to Gharyan is not only their breathtaking stoneware, but their commitment to sustainability and fair trade. They collaborate exclusively with partners who uphold safe working conditions, prioritize artisan well-being, and protect the environment.
In a marketplace filled with shortcuts, Gharyan chooses integrity — and it shows in every plate, bowl, and vessel.
Creative Women: Empowering Female Artisans Across the Globe
Creative Women is a luxury lifestyle brand whose heart beats with purpose: to empower female artisans and preserve global textile heritage. Their textiles — throws, towels, linens — are made using the finest natural fibers and traditional weaving techniques that reflect centuries of skill and cultural artistry.
Their artisan team includes more than 1,400 women across 14 countries spanning Africa, Eurasia, Southeast Asia, and Latin America. Each piece is handwoven using plant-based and AZO-free dyes, locally sourced materials, and production methods that honor the earth and its makers.
What sets Creative Women apart is their commitment to fair trade and economic empowerment. By creating sustainable, dignified jobs, they help ensure that artisans can support their families’ health, education, and long-term stability.
It’s conscious consumerism in its purest form: when you choose something beautiful for your home, you’re also contributing to something meaningful in someone else’s life.
KHEM Studios: Heirloom Woodcraft From the Hudson Valley
KHEM Studios brings a distinctly American approach to craftsmanship — clean, modern lines paired with the warmth of solid hardwoods. Based in the Hudson Valley, their team designs and creates heirloom-quality cutting boards, furniture, and home goods using cherry, maple, walnut, and ebonized ash.
Every piece is built from start to finish in their studio, ensuring quality, longevity, and authenticity. Their work has been featured everywhere from Oprah’s O-List to Real Simple, Architectural Digest, and The Wall Street Journal — and with good reason. These are pieces designed to be used daily and passed down through generations.
We’re proud to carry a maker whose craftsmanship is so widely recognized, yet still deeply rooted in small-batch, hands-on artistry. Each KHEM Studios piece is branded with their maker’s mark — a promise of origin, skill, and pride.
And as a bonus: because everything is designed and produced in the USA, their products come free of import tariffs, supporting both local craftsmanship and accessible pricing.
Why Artisan Partnerships Matter
We choose to partner with artisans because their work adds something irreplaceable to your home:
Depth — pieces made by real hands carry soul and story.
Longevity — quality materials age beautifully, not poorly.
Sustainability — slower production is better for people and the planet.
Connection — you’re not just buying an object; you’re supporting a life, a tradition, a craft.
In a fast-fashion, fast-home world, choosing artisan-made is a small act of resistance — and a big step toward intentional living.
We hope that as you learn more about the makers behind our collections, you feel the same sense of appreciation and connection that we do. Their work is extraordinary, and it’s an honor to share it with you.
Here’s to homes filled not just with beautiful things, but with meaningful ones.