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Notes on materials, sourcing and manufacturing, written for buyers who want to understand how handmade products from Bangladesh are actually made.
Leather vs jute vs cane: choosing the right material
Each material behaves differently in production, in use and on the shelf. Here is how we help buyers decide.
Read articleHow Bangladesh jute can become a premium fashion material
Jute has been sold as a commodity for a century. Design, finishing and consistency can change that.
Read articleFrom traditional cane craft to contemporary design
Hand weaving is a skill that takes years. Contemporary design gives it a new audience.
Read articleOEM vs ODM: which model is right for your brand?
Two ways to work with a manufacturer, and how to know which one you need.
Read articleSourcing handmade products from Bangladesh
What international buyers should ask a Bangladesh supplier before placing a first order.
Read articleQuality control in handmade bag production
Handmade does not have to mean inconsistent. Our inspection points, explained.
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