Kandahari Koh Cushion
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Kandahari, also known as Khamak (sewing), is an intricate form of embroidery from the province of Kandahar, Afghanistan. Each stitch transforms into flowers, leaves, trees, birds, mountains and more! Each pillow cover takes more than two weeks to embroider. Artisan Links pillow cover collections are perfect for gifts on very special occasions or decorating your own home with these special pieces created by our artisans.
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Østerland
Founded by high school friends Suzan Yavuz & Mathilde Høm in 2021, Oesterland is a Danish company working to preserve craftsmanship and create economic opportunities in the Middle
East and Afghanistan. Made by local and refugee artisans in Afghanistan, Turkey and Egypt, Oesterland is on a mission to change one-sided narratives in the Middle East and Central Asia.
Through craftsmanship and storytelling, we aim to add life to a region that is often portrayed as conflictual and inherently political.
Sustainable Development Goals!
We work with the SDG’s, specifically goal 1 (abolition of