Thinking Globally Acting Locally!
The Market Path is THRILLED to continue growing in partnership with the women of "Woven in Exile" here in Akron, Ohio!
These fabulously talented artisans were forced out of their homes, off their farms, and out of the country by the Bhutanese monarchy through intimidation and force. After 18 years of their precious lives were watsed living in bamboo huts, without running water, and without electricity. Only when the United Nations Intervened and worked out arrangements for them to relocate has hope been rekindled for a better life.
Continuing the weaving techniques learned in Bhutan and Nepal, refugee weavers now living in the Greater Akron area use backstrap looms to create beautiful hand woven items. Their weavings, which interlace strands of thread to create fabric and design, are an apt metaphor for how their lives continue to be "woven in exile".
Stop in and experience their amazing talents first hand! We are offering purses in every size shape and color as well as small cases for your glasses, ipod, cell phone and loose change!
