Being in Kenya was an amazing experience. Although Kenya was only open for a short time, it was possible to get so much accomplished. We bought fabric, contracted with other creators, did a photo shoot, made new products for the store www.basketsandbeadskenya.com and so much more. We even took time to relax by the beach, played with the kids, celebrated birthdays and I got new books to learn and teach more Swahili. It is easier to negotiate when you know the native language. I am on a mission to speak more conversational Swahili, let's talk about it. 

Being in Kenya with the artisans made it so we could have a photoshoot, talk about business building, product development and more. It has been a long road of trust while travel has been restricted. There have been people who come and go in the village but Baskets and Beads Kenya has stayed true. Even while product sales had not been as profitable as prior to the pandemic, Baskets and Beads as an organization was able to provide food packs, shoes for students and other helpful supplies for the tribe. Hear all about the last year and how the artisans of Baskets and Beads Kenya rise with belief and productivity. 

GO to www.basketsandbeadskenya.com to check out new inventory like pillows and matching earrings and headband sets. 

Artisans in Kenya are ready to rise and share what they have been making while being as safe as possible during the pandemic. There has been heartache as loved ones were lost. Being able to travel and embrace is a blessing. Traveling requires navigating through restrictions and Eldonna Fernandez knows how to negotiate through it. 

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