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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Karen Hats
These cotton and bamboo hats are products 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.
These hats have been crafted in the Karen tribal community. The Karen are the largest tribal group in Thailand, with as many as 321,900 people, mostly divided between the two major groups, namely Sgaw and Pwo Karen.
Karen women are noted for their weaving made on backstrap looms, and the men are skilled in making basketry. Bamboo is indeed mostly used to produce storage baskets, but they also produce hats and plates. Handicraft production enables the craftsmen to support their families, and helps to restore and revive their traditional craft work.
When you buy this traditional hat, 60% of its price goes to the craftsmen. You will enjoy wearing this high-quality hat, and at the same time you will have the satisfaction of knowing that this purchase will help the tribe to raise its standard of living.
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