Outdoor Camping


Norden’s outdoor tents are made of handspun and handwoven yak hair, the traditional material for nomad tents. Each tent takes over six months to construct. For added warmth, they are heated with wood stoves and the walls insulated with a layer of locally made yak felt. Norden makes the most of local nomad’s ancestral knowledge while adding contemporary elements for maximum comfort. Take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the humbling tranquility of the Tibetan plateau, from gazing at shooting stars to waking up with the sound of calling birds.

Exploring Tibet with Norlha: 5 Things to Do at Norden Camp

With DARA’s much-anticipated launch of Norlha Textiles’ new fall pieces, the visionary brand’s homeland of Tibet is our latest source of travel inspiration. To indulge our wanderlust, we’re taking a virtual tour of 5 unmissable activities at Norden Camp, a boutique hotel in rural Tibet that Norlha’s founder, Kim Yeshi, helped establish. (more…)

Written by DARA Artisans.Nov 16, 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
Hit the snooze button! There's no shame in using that extra hour for some quality sleep. (We promise not to tell...)

5 Things to Do with Your Extra Daylight Savings Hour

Daylight Savings is this Sunday, so get ready to rewind your clocks! While it’s certainly tempting to use the extra hour to catch up on sleep, we’ve rounded up 5 other fun ideas for making the most of those additional 60 minutes. (more…)

Written by DARA Artisans.Oct 28, 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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Your Most “Liked”

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
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Behind-the-Scenes of Our Guatemala Sourcing Trip

After falling in love with Guatemalan craftsmanship during our collaboration with Tucker Robbins, the DARA team was eager to explore additional opportunities to connect with the country’s artisan community.

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Written by DARA Artisans.Oct 13, 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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15 Must-Have Accessories for Fall

Every year, the arrival of fall signifies an exciting opportunity to reflect on trends, reexamine your closet, and spice up your wardrobe with some new additions. There’s no better way to dip your toes into fall fashion than with a few of this season’s best accessories. We’ve assembled a roundup of our favorite, exquisitely handmade picks.

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Written by DARA Artisans.Oct 01, 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.