Inspiration

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Vintage Tunisian Textiles

DARA Artisans recently traveled on a sourcing trip to Tunisia, a delightful gem of a country on the Mediterranean coast of North Africa.  As a lover of textiles, I was instantly taken with the exotic charm of vintage Berber weavings from the southern deserts. (more…)

Written by DARA Artisans.Mar 07, 2016
TASTEMAKER: Ken Fish


Occupation:  President and Founder of Absolute Travel

Location: New York, NY 

Instagram: @absolutetravel

Favorite Things: Travel and jazz music


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Tastemaker: Ken Fish, Founder of Absolute Travel

We’re partnering with our favorite trendsetters, globetrotters, style icons from around the world to bring you the DARA Artisans Tastemaker Series. This new feature will highlight everything from insider travel tips and restaurant recommendations to coveted style forecasts and favorite discoveries.

Today we meet Ken Fish, President and Founder of Absolute Travel.
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Written by DARA Artisans.Dec 17, 2015
TASTEMAKER: Emily Miller


Occupation:  Founder of Trends on Trends

Location: Brooklyn, NY 

Instagram: @trendsontrends_

Favorite Things: Food, travel, and searching for beautiful and delicious things around the world.


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Tastemaker: Emily Miller, founder of Trends on Trends

We’re partnering with our favorite trendsetters, globetrotters, style icons from around the world to bring you the DARA Artisans Tastemaker Series. This new feature will highlight everything from insider travel tips and restaurant recommendations to coveted style forecasts and favorite discoveries.

Today we meet Emily Miller, the founder of Trends on Trends. (more…)

Written by DARA Artisans.Dec 09, 2015
TASTEMAKER: Andrea Stanford


Occupation: Design & Interiors Editor for C Magazine

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Instagram: @andreabstanford

Favorite Things: Vintage sourcing, warm interiors, and collecting beautifully handcrafted pieces. 


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Tastemaker: Andrea Stanford, Design & Interiors Editor for C Magazine

We’re partnering with our favorite trendsetters, globetrotters, style icons from around the world to bring you the DARA Artisans Tastemaker Series. This new feature will highlight everything from insider travel tips and restaurant recommendations to coveted style forecasts and favorite discoveries.

Today we meet Andrea Stanford, Design & Interiors Editor for C Magazine. (more…)

Written by DARA Artisans.Nov 17, 2015
Dan and I began exploring the area as soon as we arrived, visiting with local artisans and learning more about Peru's culture of craftsmanship. I loved watching a Cusco weaver in the process of creating a new textile.

A DARA Sourcing Trip in Peru

If you’re passionate about discovering beautifully handmade things imbued with centuries of tradition and technique, Peru is veritable fantasy world. (more…)

Written by DARA Artisans.Nov 11, 2015
TASTEMAKER: Amanda Thompson


Occupation:  Creative Consultant

Location: New York, NY 

Instagram: @amandaceliat

Favorite Things: Prop styling, experimenting with fashion and beauty, and capturing the perfect image.


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Tastemaker: Amanda Thompson, Creative Consultant

We’re partnering with our favorite trendsetters, globetrotters, style icons from around the world to bring you the DARA Artisans Tastemaker Series. This new feature will highlight everything from insider travel tips and restaurant recommendations to coveted style forecasts and favorite discoveries.

Today we meet creative consultant Amanda Thompson. (more…)

Written by DARA Artisans.Nov 03, 2015
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Holiday Gift Guides

Our four Holiday Gift Guides make it easier than ever to find the perfect handmade gift this season. Shop our picks for One-of-a-Kind Gifts, Gifts that Give Back, Gifts for Holiday Warmth, and Gifts under $150. (more…)

Written by DARA Artisans.Oct 26, 2015
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Instagram is a wonderful space for connecting with members of the DARA Community around the world. (more…)

Written by DARA Artisans.Oct 20, 2015
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Tastemakers: Noa Santos and Will Nathan, Co-founders of Homepolish

We’re partnering with our favorite trendsetters, globetrotters, style icons from around the world to bring you the DARA Artisans Tastemaker Series. This new feature will highlight everything from insider travel tips and restaurant recommendations to coveted style forecasts and favorite discoveries.

It’s no secret that we’re passionate about accessible yet distinctive interior design here at DARA Artisans, so we couldn’t be more thrilled to feature the co-founders of Homepolish, a groundbreaking interior design service, as our newest Tastemakers.
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Written by DARA Artisans.Oct 19, 2015
TASTEMAKER: Anna Kocharian


Occupation:  Assistant Editor of Domino.com

Location: New York, NY 

Instagram: @annakayoh

Favorite Things: Travel, fresh flowers, and food. 


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Tastemaker: Anna Kocharian, Assistant Editor of Domino.com

We’re partnering with our favorite trendsetters, globetrotters, style icons from around the world to bring you the DARA Artisans Tastemaker Series. This new feature will highlight everything from insider travel tips and restaurant recommendations to coveted style forecasts and favorite discoveries.

Today we meet Anna Kocharian, the Assistant Editor of Domino.com. (more…)

Written by DARA Artisans.Oct 08, 2015
 
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DARA Artisans promotes cultural curiosity and a sense of discovery by offering a sophisticated edit of handmade artisan crafts to an audience seeking authentic, responsibly sourced designs with a modern aesthetic.