Dsenyo
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Mandela
Dsenyo - Economically Empowering Women provides more information on Dsenyo, and features an interview with the company's founder Marissa Saints.
Acai Earrings
$11.49 $19.99
These earrings feature beautiful acai seeds in lemon yellow and purple orchid. Artisans in northwestern Brazil created these earrings using materials that have a minimal environmental impact.
Details:
- Made in Brazil
- Natural acai seed
- Antique brass hook
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Dangling Stacked Earrings
$10.49 $20.00
These one-of-a-kind handmade earrings feature stacked beads of shell, bone and heishi wood. They are handmade by women in Zambia.
Details:- Made by Mulberry Mongoose, a fair trade artisan group, in Zambia
- Stacked beads of shell, bone and heishi wood
- Semi-precious stones
- Antique bronze earring wire
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Diaper Wet Bag
$16.49 $29.00
Whether you need a bag to hold diapers or a bag for holding a wet swimsuit, you'll love this one! It's made by women in Malawi, Africa and includes a waterproof lining.
Details:
- Made by artisans at Vipambi Women's Group in Malawi
- Wax print textile
- 100% cotton, pre-washed
- Waterproof lining
- Size: 13" by 13.5"
- Washer (cold)/dryer safe
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Expandable Headband
$6.99 $12.00
Comfortable and funky these headbands are ideal for yoga, an afternoon hike, or to pair with your favorite t-shirt and jeans!
Details:
- Made by artisans at Vipambi Women's Group in Malawi
- Wax print textile
- 100% cotton
- Elastic
- Hand wash
- Size: Small (21.5" circumference)
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Flower Clip
$5.49 $9.00
Whether you want extra charm for your own hair or a cute hair clip for your child, this is the perfect accessory! These Brazilian flower hair clips are made from Buriti palm fiber.
Details:
- Made in Brazil
- Natural acai seed detail in the middle
- Hand crocheted
- Made from Buriti palm fiber
- Backed with a 2" hair clip
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Handmade Baby and Toddler Sun Dress
$23.99 $42.00
Ethical fashion for kiddos, yes! This sun dress features matching bloomers and is made by a women's cooperative in Malawi.
Details:
- Made by artisans at Vipambi Women's Group in Malawi
- Wax print textile
- 100% cotton, pre-washed
- Plastic snap (meets CPSIA regulations)
- Washer (cold)/dryer safe
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Handmade Clutch
$25.49 $45.00
This clutch is stylish and sustainable! To create this clutch, artisans harvest eco-friendly Buriti palm fiber, hand-dye it, and then hand-weave it all together. The whole process takes about 7-10 days. Learn more about the process at Tree to Clutch.
Details:
- Made in Brazil
- Handwoven from eco-friendly Buriti palm fiber
- Lined interior
- Magnetic snap closure
- Store away from direct sunlight and in a dry location
- Size: 12.09" long - 4.29" high - 1.95" wide
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Handmade Cosmetic Bag
$13.49 $24.00
This handmade cosmetic bag perfectly holds your makeup and other necessities. It also works great as a toiletry bag when traveling.
Details:
- Made by artisans at Zambian Textile Partners
- Made with canvas (Zimbabwe cotton spun and woven)
- Hand printed (handmade screen prints)
- Zipper closure
- Fully lined
- Size: 6.75" x 9.8"
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Handmade Fabric Bangles
$5.49 $9.00
These handmade bangles are made with the fabric remnants of other Dsenyo products, creating beautiful bracelets. No two are the same, making each a unique masterpiece!
Details:
- Made by Fair Trade Artisans with MicroVentures Mzuzu & Kasungu in Malawi
- Due to the handmade nature, no bracelet is the same, but the color options help describe the style you would receive
- Wax print textile, 100% cotton
- Repurposed fabric remnants from other Dsenyo products
- Wide: 3.25" x 1"
- Narrow: 3" x .5"
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Handmade Flower Hair Clip
$4.99 $8.00
These handmade hair clips feature beautiful wax print textiles from Malawi. The clips are perfect for kids, or adults, make great lapel pins, or even gift bag embellishments!
Details:
- Made by Fair Trade Artisans with Mwayiwathu HIV Support Group in Malawi
- Due to the handmade nature, no hair clip is the same, but the color options help describe the style you would receive
- Wax print textile
- 100% cotton
- Mbande seed button
- Flower: 3.5" x 3.5"
- Alligator Clip: 1.75"
- Uses: Hair accessory, lapel pin, embellishment for gift boxes and more!
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Handmade Kid Apron
$8.99 $14.00
Perfect for cooking and messy crafts this apron is ideal for kids 2T-5T. Front pockets making helping and creating even easier!
Details:
- Made by artisans at Vipambi Women's Group in Malawi
- Wax print textile
- 100% cotton, pre-washed
- Size: 14.25" wide by 17" long (fits 2T-5T)
- Extra long belt straps
- Washer/dryer safe
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Handmade Stone Hoop Earrings
$13.49 $24.00
These handmade hoops earrings incorporate beautiful turquoise and red stones, along with pieces of shell, bone, and heishi wood. You'll love the color and contrast found in these earrings!
Details:
- Made by Mulberry Mongoose, a fair trade artisan group, in Zambia
- Stacked beads of silver, shell, bone and heishi wood
- Semi-precious stones and dyed turquoise pear-shaped, teardrop stones
- Silver plate earring wire hook
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
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Knee-Length Wrap Skirt
$24.49 $44.00
So easy to wear, comfortable and stylish! This wrap skirt can be worn low on the hips, or higher on the waist, depending on your desired length. It pairs perfectly year-round, just add flip flops, boots, or flats.
Details:
- Made by artisans at Vipambi Women's Group in Malawi
- Wax print textile
- 100% cotton, pre-washed
- One size (fits USA sizes 0-8)
- 21.5" long (knee length)
- Washer/dryer safe with mild soap
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Leaf Charm Earrings
$10.49 $20.00
With a splash of color and leaf detailing, these silver earrings kick it up a notch. Artisans in Zambia used semi-precious stones to create these handmade earrings.
Details:
- Made by Mulberry Mongoose, a fair trade artisan group, in Zambia
- Silver chain
- Semi-precious stones: red coral, lapis lazuli
- Silver plate earring wire hooks
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Mini Clutch
$14.49 $25.00
For those times when you just want to carry a few things, this is perfect! This mini clutch fits necessities like lip gloss, money, and your phone perfectly. It also makes a great case for sunglasses!
Details:
- Made in Brazil
- Handwoven from eco-friendly Buriti palm fiber; learn more about the process at Tree to Clutch
- Coconut shell button detail
- Lightweight
- Lined interior
- Magnetic snap closure
- Store away from direct sunlight and in a dry location
- Size: 3" high - 2" wide - 7.5" long
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Pinafore and Bloomers
$25.99 $46.00
Cuteness overload! This pinafore and bloomer outfit offers ethical fashion for the littlest ones in your family. The best thing is it's reversible. So if it gets a little dirty, don't worry just reverse it!
Details:
- Made by artisans at Vipambi Women's Group in Malawi
- Wax print textile
- 100% cotton, pre-washed
- Plastic snap (meets CPSIA regulations)
- Washer (cold)/dryer safe
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Teardrop Chain Earrings
$10.49 $20.00
The perfect earrings for any outfit! In turquoise and black, these handmade earrings are simple, yet beautiful.
Details:
- Made by Mulberry Mongoose, a fair trade artisan group, in Zambia
- Silver chain
- Teardrop stones
- Silver plate earring wire hooks
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Turquoise and Silver Earrings
$13.49 $24.00
The perfect pop of color, elegance and simplicity! These earrings feature beautiful turquoise beads on a silver-plated circle.
Details:
- Made by Mulberry Mongoose, a fair trade artisan group, in Zambia
- Turquoise beads
- Silver plate wire earring hooks
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Vintage Coin Bracelet
$21.99 $39.00
This bracelet has such an amazing story! The coins featured in these bracelets date back to Zambia's first President of the Republic. This symbolic piece is a classic and timeless design, with so much history. Read more about the vintage coins at Stories Behind the Vintage Coin Bracelet.
- Made by Mulberry Mongoose, a fair trade artisan group, in Zambia
- Features a vintage Zambian coin
- Silver Tibetan spacer beads
- Turqouise cord
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
Zambia Pearl Earrings
$14.99 $26.00
These dangling pearl earrings feature three freshwater pearls, creating an elegant accessory for any outfit.
Details:
- Made by Mulberry Mongoose, a fair trade artisan group, in Zambia
- Three freshwater pearls
- Silver plate wire earring hooks
- Lightweight
About Dsenyo
Dsenyo (dee-SEN-yo, meaning "design") is a social enterprise and fair trade company that partners with artisan communities to empower women in Brazil, Malawi, and Zambia. Marissa Perry Saints founded the company in 2009 to celebrate local design and create job opportunities. Today, Dsenyo provides employment and trainings to more than 100 artisans, helping to build a global tribe of entrepreneurs, artisans, and individuals who care about sustainability and style. Dsenyo believes business can be a powerful source of economic and social change and strives to prove that every day.
