Rishilpi, a nonprofit, nongovernmental development organization in southwest Bangladesh, was founded to improve the lives of people of the Rishi caste. "Rishilpi" is formed from two Bengali words, "Rishi," denoting the caste, and "shilpi," meaning artist or craftsman. Rishi, traditionally leather workers, for centuries have lived at the margins of Bengali society. Generally landless, with no easy access to schools, many struggled in a continual search for work to survive. In addition to income generation, Rishilpi conducts relief and development work in rural Bangladesh communities. Benefits to artisans include education sponsorship, health care, microcredit savings programs and early marriage prevention support for their adolescent daughters. Ten Thousand Villages has purchased products from Rishilpi Handicrafts Limited since 1983.
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Woven Palm Leaf Moses Basket
Handcrafted in BangladeshOriginal price $195.00Original price $195.00 - Original price $195.00Original price $195.00Current price $146.25$146.25 - $146.25Current price $146.25Sweet, simple, and sturdy too, the Woven Palm Leaf Moses Basket was handcrafted in Bangladesh. Our fair trade partner Rishilpi trains and su...
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Rectangle Handled Basket
Handcrafted in BangladeshOriginal price $34.99 - Original price $34.99Original price$34.99$34.99 - $34.99Current price $34.99Set your table simply with this minimalist Rectangle Handled Basket hand-woven from date palm leaves by artisans working with Rishilpi. Our fair tr...
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Palm Leaf Laundry Basket
Handcrafted in BangladeshOriginal price $84.99Original price $84.99 - Original price $84.99Original price $84.99Current price $63.74$63.74 - $63.74Current price $63.74Looking to create a warm ambiance in your space while keeping the style minimalist? This handmade basket is here to help. Skillfully woven from a n...
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Calm Desert Basket
Handcrafted in BangladeshOriginal price $84.99Original price $84.99 - Original price $99.99Original price $84.99$63.74 - $99.99$63.74 - $99.99Current price $63.74From laundry to rolled yoga mats, the Calm Desert Basket delivers a textural moment for plain-view storage. In natural tones, this is a beautifully...
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Crossbody Woven Purse
Handcrafted in BangladeshOriginal price $44.99 - Original price $44.99Original price $44.99$44.99$44.99 - $44.99Current price $44.99Your new go-to purse for any season. The Crossbody Woven Purse features neutral tones that will match any outfit and a sturdy leather strap. Our fa...
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Palm Leaf Bike Basket
Handcrafted in BangladeshOriginal price $49.99 - Original price $49.99Original price$49.99$49.99 - $49.99Current price $49.99Cruise the streets in style with the handwoven Palm Leaf Bike Basket. Perfect for a fresh haul of produce from your local farmer's market or off to...
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Palm Medallion Bread Basket
Handcrafted in BangladeshOriginal price $22.99 - Original price $22.99Original price$22.99$22.99 - $22.99Current price $22.99Corral napkins, salt & pepper, sauces for a BBQ, or nestle a fresh-out-of-the-oven loaf of bread. Handwoven from sun-dried, locally-sourced pal...
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Essential Companion Tote
Handcrafted in BangladeshOriginal price $49.99 - Original price $49.99Original price$49.99$49.99 - $49.99Current price $49.99From the farmer's market to beach days, this basket tote features an intricate medallion design that is as beautiful out-and-about as it is hanging...
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Palm Leaf Storage Basket
Handcrafted in BangladeshOriginal price $29.99 - Original price $39.99Original price $29.99 - Original price $39.99Original price $29.99$15.00 - $20.00$15.00 - $20.00Current price $15.00This sturdy basket is handwoven by women working with Prokritee in rural Bangladesh. The Palm Leaf Storage Basket is a minimalist, appealing and et...
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Square Handled Basket
Handcrafted in BangladeshOriginal price $29.99 - Original price $29.99Original price$29.99$29.99 - $29.99Current price $29.99Set your table simply with this minimalist Square Handled Basket hand-woven from date palm leaves by artisans working with Rishilpi. Our fair trade...
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Cultivate Peace Wall Hanging
Handcrafted in BangladeshOriginal price $29.99 - Original price $29.99Original price$29.99$29.99 - $29.99Current price $29.99Spread a message of hope and harmony by hanging this handcrafted Cultivate Peace Wall Hanging in any room of the home, office, dorm room, and beyon...
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