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    We find beauty in the simplicity of everyday objects, tools for living with efficient forms dictated by their function. Each one offers insight into its place of origin and the daily needs of the people in that place.

    Of course, we love how a stainless steel tiffin, or lunch box, looks on our countertop, and keeps our meal ready to go and tidy. But we truly delight in learning how and by whom they are used in India, meeting the people who pack them, and the incredible dabbawalas who have criss-crossed congested cities daily for over 125 years, infallibly delivering them from homes to places of work and then back.

    Today, there are over 5000 dabbawalas working in Mumbai, delivering over 200,000 meals a day, with a rate of error so minuscule, it is barely countable. It is estimated that only 1 in 6 million meals misses its mark. Take that, GrubHub!

    Seratonia Palm 10 Inch Woven Basket

    $45.00

    Sunny hues and an abundant format makes this expertly woven bowl deeply versatile.Enrich any room with the vibrant utility of this artisan work, whether elevating bathroom storage or creating a...

    Seratonia Pomelo 12 Inch Woven Basket

    $65.00

    Sunny hues and an abundant format makes this expertly woven bowl deeply versatile.Enrich any room with the vibrant utility of this artisan work, whether elevating bathroom storage or creating a...

    Sombra Canvas Napkin Set

    $36.00$24.00

    The motifs silk screened on these sturdy napkins are inspired by the play of light and shadow. The set of four is created from recycled fabric that is tough enough for...

    Ciudad Canvas Tote Bag

    $36.00$22.00

    This tough as nails tote bag features a bold yet versatile graphic silk screened on  recycled canvas, offset by a tassel for a pop of color and whimsy. Big enough to...

    La Cara Canvas Market Bag

    $54.00$30.00

    The durable, upcycled A Mano bag is the perfect market companion. It features 3 external pockets and 7 internal pockets, each large enough to hold a bottle of lemonade, a...

    A Mano Canvas Market Bag

    $54.00$30.00

    The durable, upcycled A Mano bag is the perfect market companion. It features 3 external pockets and 7 internal pockets, each large enough to hold a bottle of lemonade, a...

    Tiny Brass Nesting Bowls

    $20.00$14.00

    These brass bowls are teeny and tiny and cute and we can think of a million reasons to have a million of them, or at least a set of three...

    Nostalgia Delight Raffia 12" Basket

    $44.00$28.00

    Classic and timeless - these versatile woven raffia baskets are the perfect size. Style the statement basket on a shelf for additional organization in your living room, add it to your...

    Thin Etched Bone + Olive Wood Salad Servers

    $45.00

    A gorgeous amalgamation of modern design, traditional craftsmanship and everyday function, this salad serving set is perfectly sized to dole out greens for two. Each is hand-carved in Kenya from fallen...

    Hunter Green Pedal Loom Kitchen Towel

    $24.00$15.00

    Simple, strong and effective, these handcrafted towels absorb spills or dry hands in the kitchen or powder room. We especially like bundling a neutral tea towel with a wooden spoon or some spices for a...

    Mustard Yellow Pedal Loom Kitchen Towel

    $24.00$15.00

    Simple, strong and effective, these handcrafted towels absorb spills or dry hands in the kitchen or powder room. We especially like bundling a neutral tea towel with a wooden spoon or some spices for a...

    Ice Blue Pedal Loom Kitchen Towel

    $24.00$15.00

    Simple, strong and effective, these handcrafted towels absorb spills or dry hands in the kitchen or powder room. We especially like bundling a neutral tea towel with a wooden spoon or some spices for a...

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