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East Timorese Handcrafts…the essence of our work!
We have an extensive range of exquisite hand-made products, all crafted using tais hand-woven by CTCD members. We partner with a range of manufacturers in Timor-Leste to share the good will and support particular projects that employ people from all over the country. As time progresses, the range will be extended.
Stock is held in Melbourne Australia and all items are listed in Australian dollars. If you don’t see something you like here, feel free to send a stock query to office@etwa.org.au or sumbit a Contacts Form. By purchasing handcrafts through ETWA you are helping women weavers to reduce poverty and develop sustainable enterprises for their families and communities.
Bookmarks: distinctly colourful and unique, beautifully presented and available in a range of stripes and other weaving designs. Comes complete with informative leaflet and protective plastic sleeve. The perfect gift to accompany that special book or send off by mail to loved ones! Only $3.95each
Bookmark varieties- as unique as the women who weave them!
Bags: made from both traditional and contemporary cloth and available in
a range of colours and stunning fabric designs.
Refufiado: gorgeous and versatile and functional day bag. Secure zip front pocket; back pocket with Velcro fastener or zip. Comfortable 3cm x 1mt shoulder strap. Comes in small, medium and large ($36, $40 & $46).
this product is currently out of stock
Functional and stylish Refugiado Bag
Razu: cute and handy day bag. One versatile pocket with stitched gusset and zip fastener. Comfortable 3cm x 1mt shoulder strap. Comes in small and large ($18 & $24)
Cute and handy Razu bag
Furura: the handiest little bag you’ll ever own! Secure front zip pocket (great for small change); back pocket with Velcro fastener (great for mobile phones and credit cards). Comfortable 1mt shoulder strap. Size approx 10cm x 13cm. $19
Funky Futura, you can't leave home without it!
Scarves: distinctly vibrant and unique, beautifully hand-woven using various traditional and contemporary weaving techniques. Available in a range of distinctive colours. Sizes vary from 6cm – 45cm in width. Prices range from $14 – $100.
A colourful accessory to brighten up your day
Traditional tais represent women’s contribution to cultural preservation and poverty reduction in East Timor. Taking up to two years to complete, some tais are priceless. Click here to visit the hand-weaving page- you’ll develop a deep appreciation for the complexity of this amazing cloth.
Stock. colours and sizes vary. Prices range from $120 – $1,000.
Traditional floarl motifs
Complex and intricate geometric weave
To place an order, please email: office@etwa.org.au