Haiti Design Co. CollaborationWho is Haiti Design Co.? Haiti Design Co was founded in 2014 with the belief that design and purpose are the driving forces to create jobs and build a sustainable future. Haiti Design Co has three in-house maker teams in Port au Prince specializing in jewelry, sewing, and leather. HDC also has an Artisan Entrepreneur Development program to help makers start their own businesses! One of our favorite things about Haiti Design Co (there are many!) is that they save leather remnants for future ...
Found Poetry with Not I But WeIn May 2023, I had the great privilege of traveling to Cape Town, South Africa! My first trip to the Continent! It is beautiful beyond my expectations! But I want to tell you about the highlight of the trip. Twice I got to sit with the women that make the “Not I But We” products. Here is what I wrote after the first experience: We gathered at the table with 5 women living in the safe house. These women are fighting their way back to life. Fighting the most fierce of battles and I am stun...
Wedding Gift GuideWe LOVE love! Whether you are on the search for a meaningful gift for a couple you know, or you are engaged and looking for a few special things to add to your registry, we’ve got you. Here are some of our favorite ethically-made goods that are sure to be cherished as a new life is started together! 1. Round Cheese Board with Spreader Do they need staple kitchen items? Look no further for these! The unique wood pieces will elevate the look of their kitchen and match all their cooking need...
Father's Day Gift GuideFathers bring families together across the world by building a strong foundation of love in us. The impact and memories of fathers and father figures last a lifetime, yet each year on Father’s Day many of us struggle to find something that shows how much they mean to us. Here’s a gift guide for finding the perfect gift as the day to celebrate comes. 1. Slim Leather Cardholder The Slim Leather Card Holder makes a great gift for the rad Dad. The simple design is easy for on-the-go days and ...
Christmas Gift Guide: For the KidsCheck out some adorable Christmas gift ideas for the kids in your life! Super cute and ethical products that kids will love! 1. Moso Scrunchie Just adorable! A perfect accessory for any age. Whether it's around their wrist or in their hair, it looks super cute AND it is ethically made. Moso means “pieces” in Haitian Creole; products in this collection are made up of many pieces of up-cycled fabric. 2. The Little's Harvest Apron For the child who wants to help out in the kitchen...
Christmas Guide: For the GuysGuys can be hard to shop for, but we have made it a little easier this year! Check out our guide to purchasing the best gifts for all the hard-working men in your life. 1. Triple Wrap Tire Bracelet This is a great gift for the stylish guy in your life! This bracelet is the perfect simple accessory for any guy. And the best part is it is ethically and sustainably made! 2. Minimalist Wallet We truly think this is the coolest wallet around. It combines maximum functionality with a minimali...
Chapter 23, Around the EdgesThe following is Chapter 23, Around the Edges, of our founders book Painfully Honest The Tale of a Recovering Helper. “Some days overflow with hope. These days explode with signs of ruins rebuilt and a noisy cacophony of chains falling off our shackled feet. God is everywhere and in every face. Other days Grim Perspective comes to hang out for a while. And all we see are: Children still naked, playing in the dirt People still begging, "give me one dollar" Despair and hunge...
New Atelier Calla Goods!We are so excited for these new Atelier Calla goods! They are the perfect goods to spruce up your home or your look as we move into spring! 🤩💐😊 Atelier Calla is a Haitian woman-owned artisan workshop focused on handcrafting Haitian-sourced horn, bone, and wood products. All horn and bone used is ethically sourced in-country as a by-product of food. We love our partnership with them and their elegantly designed, timeless products. Each piece is one of a kind due to the nature of the material...
THE WHY...THE WHY…Feels like running in cycles…Feels like having zero control …I hate the fact that we always have to talk about how bad things are right now and how worse it has became or it’s becomingI hate the fact that priorities such as our dreams, career paths, mental health, accomplishments are reduced to just surviving. We have been on survival mode for quite a moment now -haha- and by moment, my friend , let’s make it clear that I am talking about years.Years of self-oppression. Years of “I go...
Our Favorite Fall Accessories & Lifestyle GoodsFall Favorites Still trying to find the perfect fall fit? Struggling to find ethically-made & stylish accessories for fall? Shop some of our favorite fall accessories and other products, all of which are made ethically, support makers in Haiti, and will look super cute all autumn long! Fall is in full swing and we have all the fall accessories and home goods you need to complete your warm and cozy looks. Grab some warm coffee and a blanket to scroll through these fall finds from ...
New collection with Atelier Calla, a Haitian women-owned business!Atelier Calla is a woman-owned artisan business focused on handcrafting Haitian-sourced horn, bone, and wood products. All horn and bone used is ethically sourced in-country as a by-product of food. We love our long-standing partnership with them and their elegantly designed, timeless products. Each piece is one of a kind due to the nature of the materials. We are so excited to announce our new collection from them! Shop the New Collection Maggie Earrings A classic Post Earring...
Christmas Gift Guide: For the Person You Just Don't Know What to GetYou know that person who definitely deserves a great gift, but you don’t quite feel like anything would be “good enough”. Or the person who already has everything? (those are the hardest people to shop for!) Or maybe the person who you have to get something, but you have no inkling of anything they would like? This list is for those people! 1. 10 Minute Essay Journal A classic canvas and burlap journal with a twist! This handmade journal stamped “Just 10 Minutes” comes with a booklet o...
I'm so over hope right nowThe other day at our leadership meeting, MK told us that she’s a little over “hope” at the moment. At first I was a little appalled. I have never heard her say such a thing! But then I listened.And I learned, like you do when you listen. What she’s over is “hope” as in this far-off in the future, something-good-might-happen-one-day thing.Because those of us who have been clinging to that kind of hope are honestly really tired right now. Currently, things are terrifically hard in H...
Christmas Gift Guide: Stocking StuffersWe rounded up our favorite ethically made goods that make the perfect stocking stuffers this holiday season! These gifts are the perfect size to slip into a stocking and we have something for everyone! 1. Christmas Stocking with Tassel To start, here is the perfect stocking to fill with all the goods! Cotton Christmas stockings with a jolly, generous tassel! Each stocking comes with an accent cuff that goes all the way around the stocking, your choice of either red or black gingham! We’...
Christmas Guide: For the GalsWe put together a list of some perfect items for all the different gals in your life! Grab a cozy drink and look through these awesome and ethical gifts! 1. Alana Necklace Trending and Versatile! This is the perfect gift for the gal who loves a simple but beautiful touch! She can clip it up high to give a choker/lariat look, or clip it low for a more subtle feel. 2. Honey Hug Earring This is a perfect gift to pair with the Alana Necklace. The natural bone detail combines nicely with the ...
Photoshoot Location: The ParthenonOur most recent photoshoot happened at the Parthenon in Nashville, which was built as a tribute to the original Parthenon in Athens, Greece. The Greek Parthenon was a turning point in human civilization. It was created to serve as the religious, cultural, economic and political center of Athens. It was dedicated to Athena, who interestingly enough, among other things, like wisdom and righteousness, was thought of as the goddess of crafts and skilled peacetime pursuits! The ide...
Haiti Design Co. Collaboration
Who is Haiti Design Co.? Haiti Design Co was founded in 2014 with the belief that design and purpose are the driving forces to create jobs and build a sustainable future. Haiti Design Co has three in-house maker teams in Port au Prince specializing in jewelry, sewing, and leather. HDC also has an Artisan Entrepreneur Development program to help makers start their own businesses! One of our favorite things about Haiti Design Co (there are many!) is that they save leather remnants for future ...
Found Poetry with Not I But We
In May 2023, I had the great privilege of traveling to Cape Town, South Africa! My first trip to the Continent! It is beautiful beyond my expectations! But I want to tell you about the highlight of the trip. Twice I got to sit with the women that make the “Not I But We” products. Here is what I wrote after the first experience: We gathered at the table with 5 women living in the safe house. These women are fighting their way back to life. Fighting the most fierce of battles and I am stun...
Wedding Gift Guide
We LOVE love! Whether you are on the search for a meaningful gift for a couple you know, or you are engaged and looking for a few special things to add to your registry, we’ve got you. Here are some of our favorite ethically-made goods that are sure to be cherished as a new life is started together! 1. Round Cheese Board with Spreader Do they need staple kitchen items? Look no further for these! The unique wood pieces will elevate the look of their kitchen and match all their cooking need...
Father's Day Gift Guide
Fathers bring families together across the world by building a strong foundation of love in us. The impact and memories of fathers and father figures last a lifetime, yet each year on Father’s Day many of us struggle to find something that shows how much they mean to us. Here’s a gift guide for finding the perfect gift as the day to celebrate comes. 1. Slim Leather Cardholder The Slim Leather Card Holder makes a great gift for the rad Dad. The simple design is easy for on-the-go days and ...
Christmas Gift Guide: For the Kids
Check out some adorable Christmas gift ideas for the kids in your life! Super cute and ethical products that kids will love! 1. Moso Scrunchie Just adorable! A perfect accessory for any age. Whether it's around their wrist or in their hair, it looks super cute AND it is ethically made. Moso means “pieces” in Haitian Creole; products in this collection are made up of many pieces of up-cycled fabric. 2. The Little's Harvest Apron For the child who wants to help out in the kitchen...
Christmas Guide: For the Guys
Guys can be hard to shop for, but we have made it a little easier this year! Check out our guide to purchasing the best gifts for all the hard-working men in your life. 1. Triple Wrap Tire Bracelet This is a great gift for the stylish guy in your life! This bracelet is the perfect simple accessory for any guy. And the best part is it is ethically and sustainably made! 2. Minimalist Wallet We truly think this is the coolest wallet around. It combines maximum functionality with a minimali...
Chapter 23, Around the Edges
The following is Chapter 23, Around the Edges, of our founders book Painfully Honest The Tale of a Recovering Helper. “Some days overflow with hope. These days explode with signs of ruins rebuilt and a noisy cacophony of chains falling off our shackled feet. God is everywhere and in every face. Other days Grim Perspective comes to hang out for a while. And all we see are: Children still naked, playing in the dirt People still begging, "give me one dollar" Despair and hunge...
New Atelier Calla Goods!
We are so excited for these new Atelier Calla goods! They are the perfect goods to spruce up your home or your look as we move into spring! 🤩💐😊 Atelier Calla is a Haitian woman-owned artisan workshop focused on handcrafting Haitian-sourced horn, bone, and wood products. All horn and bone used is ethically sourced in-country as a by-product of food. We love our partnership with them and their elegantly designed, timeless products. Each piece is one of a kind due to the nature of the material...
THE WHY...
THE WHY…Feels like running in cycles…Feels like having zero control …I hate the fact that we always have to talk about how bad things are right now and how worse it has became or it’s becomingI hate the fact that priorities such as our dreams, career paths, mental health, accomplishments are reduced to just surviving. We have been on survival mode for quite a moment now -haha- and by moment, my friend , let’s make it clear that I am talking about years.Years of self-oppression. Years of “I go...
Our Favorite Fall Accessories & Lifestyle Goods
Fall Favorites Still trying to find the perfect fall fit? Struggling to find ethically-made & stylish accessories for fall? Shop some of our favorite fall accessories and other products, all of which are made ethically, support makers in Haiti, and will look super cute all autumn long! Fall is in full swing and we have all the fall accessories and home goods you need to complete your warm and cozy looks. Grab some warm coffee and a blanket to scroll through these fall finds from ...
New collection with Atelier Calla, a Haitian women-owned business!
Atelier Calla is a woman-owned artisan business focused on handcrafting Haitian-sourced horn, bone, and wood products. All horn and bone used is ethically sourced in-country as a by-product of food. We love our long-standing partnership with them and their elegantly designed, timeless products. Each piece is one of a kind due to the nature of the materials. We are so excited to announce our new collection from them! Shop the New Collection Maggie Earrings A classic Post Earring...
Christmas Gift Guide: For the Person You Just Don't Know What to Get
You know that person who definitely deserves a great gift, but you don’t quite feel like anything would be “good enough”. Or the person who already has everything? (those are the hardest people to shop for!) Or maybe the person who you have to get something, but you have no inkling of anything they would like? This list is for those people! 1. 10 Minute Essay Journal A classic canvas and burlap journal with a twist! This handmade journal stamped “Just 10 Minutes” comes with a booklet o...
I'm so over hope right now
The other day at our leadership meeting, MK told us that she’s a little over “hope” at the moment. At first I was a little appalled. I have never heard her say such a thing! But then I listened.And I learned, like you do when you listen. What she’s over is “hope” as in this far-off in the future, something-good-might-happen-one-day thing.Because those of us who have been clinging to that kind of hope are honestly really tired right now. Currently, things are terrifically hard in H...
Christmas Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers
We rounded up our favorite ethically made goods that make the perfect stocking stuffers this holiday season! These gifts are the perfect size to slip into a stocking and we have something for everyone! 1. Christmas Stocking with Tassel To start, here is the perfect stocking to fill with all the goods! Cotton Christmas stockings with a jolly, generous tassel! Each stocking comes with an accent cuff that goes all the way around the stocking, your choice of either red or black gingham! We’...
Christmas Guide: For the Gals
We put together a list of some perfect items for all the different gals in your life! Grab a cozy drink and look through these awesome and ethical gifts! 1. Alana Necklace Trending and Versatile! This is the perfect gift for the gal who loves a simple but beautiful touch! She can clip it up high to give a choker/lariat look, or clip it low for a more subtle feel. 2. Honey Hug Earring This is a perfect gift to pair with the Alana Necklace. The natural bone detail combines nicely with the ...
Photoshoot Location: The Parthenon
Our most recent photoshoot happened at the Parthenon in Nashville, which was built as a tribute to the original Parthenon in Athens, Greece. The Greek Parthenon was a turning point in human civilization. It was created to serve as the religious, cultural, economic and political center of Athens. It was dedicated to Athena, who interestingly enough, among other things, like wisdom and righteousness, was thought of as the goddess of crafts and skilled peacetime pursuits! The ide...
