The Chopsticks Terracotta Bowl Set is handmade in the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal by a family of traditional potters. Ceramics are part of daily life in Nepal, from birthing ceremonies to everyday meals. Make every day, every meal a little more special with this textured bowl. The chopsticks are made in natural saj wood, Indian Laurel, that rest beautifully in the detailed notches along the bowl's brim. A Ten Thousand Villages exclusive design.s.
- Materials: Ceramic
- Measures: 6"D x 3"H
- Colors: Terracotta, rust
- Care: Dishwasher and microwave safe. Handwash chopsticks.
Sana Hastakala, which means "small handicraft" in Nepali, is a nongovernmental, nonprofit export organization based in Kathmandu. Sana Hastakala works to preserve the rich artistic skill and traditions of Nepali artisans, and provides additional training and marketing assistance to artisans. Eighty percent of the artisans are women; most artisans are uneducated. Sana Hastakala strives to increase its export sales so that additional disadvantaged artisans can improve their economic and social conditions. Profit from sales is used for producer development programs, staff welfare and organizational strengthening.Sana Hastakala was established in 1989 as a retail shop to help market the handicrafts of producers, mainly women operating on a small scale, usually from their homes.