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Global Mamas is a fair trade organization located in Ghana, West Africa supporting the sustainable development of women artisans by producing and exporting fair trade products. Global Mamas infuses business social responsibility in all aspects of our work. Buying Global Mamas products allows you to also support fair trade practices and sustainable development for people in Africa.
To provide a glimpse into the processes that the Global Mamas undertake in crafting each item, we have described the steps of the laborious batiking, tie dyeing and sewing processes.
About Beads
Global Mamas uses handmade African beads made from 100% recycled glass for all of our jewelry products. Click on the links below to learn more about bead-making in Ghana.
About Batik
Global Mamas use the ancient art of batik to color and dye their fabrics. Click on the links below to find out detailed instructions on how to batik—African style.
About Tie Dye
Tie dye is another technique used in West African textiles. Global Mamas uses tie dye designs in various garments. Click on the links below to learn how to tie dye—the African way.
Shea Butter Processing
In a remote region of unforgiving drought, famine and poverty, the Karite tree has sustained life since it began. Cick here to learn more about the traditional processing of she butter.
About the Sewing Process
The sewing process is also an opportunity for creativity. Most Global Mamas use hand-powered sewing machines, which allow them to continue work during Africa’s frequent power outages. When you purchase goods from Global Mamas, you are both preserving ancient culture and encouraging modern art expressions.
About African Black Soap
African black soap has been used in Ghana for generations. Containing a natural antiseptic and gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin, black soap also utilizes local natural ingredients that may have otherwise gone to waste.
Interweaving traditional African design with modern fashion
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