ART
Iko Matata
They are specialized in making scrap metal arts, out of recycled metal pieces from car engines, utensils, construction metal leftovers, etc. They create them into different types of interesting arts from wild animals, insects, furniture, obstructs, and general creativity. The most selling pieces at the moment is the articulated Giraffe and the Sail Ship is the most fun of all times. But creativity is the instrumental driving force to customer demands.
In Stitches
They are Nairobi’s largest haberdashery with everything you need to add some fun and flair to that project you're working on! They're here to provide fiber artists with whatever tool or material they might need at any stage of their crafting journey to help bring their textile vision to life. Whether it is sewing, crochet, knitting, embroidery or macrame, they have sourced a wide variety of products as well as the tutors to help you get started. Talk to them as you embark on this vibrant and creative journey into these arts (that are making a real comeback) and see just how meditative and mindful they can be!
Lulu Kitololo Studio
Partners with Kenyan artisans to create sustainable and lifestyle artifacts, a fusion of French design and African craftsmanship. Website: www.lulukitololo.com
Quick Smudge
They engage both adults and kids at various restaurants and private events since 2019 . They have various painting activities namely: Canvas painting, Totebag painting, tone painting, Pot painting, Pencil case painting, Pencil pouch painting, String bag decor, Pillow painting, T-shirt painting, Masks decor, Wood painting, Beadwork, Soccer Ball Decor, Neck Pillow Decor, Walkie Talkie Decor, Slime Making, Stick and Paint, Rugby Ball Decor, Pottery (using pottery wheel)
They also sell Painting easels, Drawing/Sketching Stands, Different sizes of plain canvas, Plain wood, Plain totebags, Pencil cases, Plain pencil pouch ,Plain pots, Aprons, Painting Kits, Plain wooden toys, Selling of paints and painting supplies The participants (Adults/kids) will take their artwork home at the end of session.
Tank Artisan
They exclusively recycle used freon gas tanks that are usually sold to consumers and are single use only (unlike the natural cooking gas). Once the gas in the tank has been used the tank is as good as waste. So this is where they saw a way to play a small part in conservation and also showcase and support talented craftsmen and artists.
Tende Arts Zimbabwe
Tende Arts Zimbabwe is dealing with the recycle. Metal animals and birds .
In our Art we use the used oil drums
Old cars used Car parts and use old fridges . We do also Original Shona stone Sculptures we use our natural stones which we mined in different. Districts of Zimbabwe . We have a number of different kinds of stone that we use to make our sculptures
Names of stone are Granite stones . Which is a very hard stone and it have a number of different natural colours
We also use leopard rock stone which has same colours of the leopard animal and we use such stones like green opal.
Which is very popular .
We make different kinds of Sculptures including. Lions .... Elephants etc
Vikapu Bomba
Vikapu Bomba: Empowering Rural Artisans through Handwoven Baskets
Vikapu Bomba is a socially responsible company that empowers rural women artisans in Southern Tanzania by providing market access for their handwoven baskets. They specialize in producing high-quality, handcrafted baskets that blend traditional techniques with contemporary designs. Their mission is to enhance the lives of over 300 women artisans by offering fair wages, financial independence and opportunities for community development. With a growing global presence, Vikapu Bomba continues to foster sustainability and cultural preservation while meeting the demands of international markets.
