Craftsmanship
From the raffia palm to the finished bag: artisanal manufacturing in Madagascar
The full raffia bag-making process: harvest, natural dyeing, crochet and weaving. Atelier Sobika.
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Material, manufacturing, responsible sourcing.
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Craftsmanship
Raffia crochet: Malagasy craftsmanship in the service of fashion
5 crochet techniques, 9 weaving types, 24 natural shades: the art of Malagasy raffia by Atelier Sobika.
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Sustainable innovation
Raffia and upcycling: the sustainable innovation of Atelier Sobika
How Atelier Sobika combines Madagascan natural raffia with textile upcycling to create unique, sustainable fashion accessories.
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Material
The advantages of Malagasy natural raffia
Why Madagascan raffia is the material of the future for sustainable accessories: eco-friendly, artisanal, 24 natural shades.
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Sustainable innovation
Textile upcycling: giving production scraps a second life
How LOI Confection turns 75% of its production offcuts into added-value products through upcycling and patchwork.
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Craftsmanship
Natural dyes in Madagascar: lasting colours and local know-how
Malagasy natural dyes — indigo, rosewood, turmeric — in the service of sustainable, chemical-free fashion.
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