While you are in Bangkok, you can buy Thai Tribal Crafts (TTC) products at the Bangkok Christian Guest House.
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You can also buy Thai Tribal Crafts (TTC) products at
the LOFTY BAMBOO, Khao San Road.
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Akha Cotton Basket
This handcraft is a product from the range offered by Thai Tribal Crafts, a self-help marketing agency established in 1973 with the main goal to provide opportunities for improving the quality of life of the tribal people in Northern Thailand.
This item has been crafted in the Akha tribal community. The Akha number about 48,500 people in Thailand. They make a unique indigo-dyed cloth, which is brightened with applique embroidery, silver, shells and brightly dyed chicken feathers. Men make many kinds of baskets, musical instruments and crossbows. Handicraft production enables them to support their families, and helps to restore and revive their traditional craft work.
Akha people mostly produce bamboo baskets for holding cotton tufts and spindles, small open baskets for holding tobacco and tea, and also bamboo hats or boxes. This basket has been made with bamboo; a man needs two days to make this product, traditionally used to hold cotton. You will also find in our range this basket with stands.
When you buy this handcraft, 60% of its price goes to the craftsmen. You will enjoy the use of this basket and its quality, and at the same time having the satisfaction of knowing that this purchase will help the tribe to raise its standard of living.
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