Papiko Malachite Kingfisher Napkin Set - Hand Painted by TRIBAL TEXTILES - Handcrafted Home Decor Interiors - African Made

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Papiko Malachite Kingfisher Napkin Set

$70.00 USD

Malachite Kingfisher - Slate Blue

Set of 6 (46x46cm)

Papiko; Meaning "Wing" in the local Chinyanja dialect in Zambia. Our home decor collection is inspired by birds found in the South Luangwa Valley.

Elevate your dining table with our set of 6 handcrafted napkins featuring beautiful Malachite Kingfishers found in Zambia's Luangwa Valley. These napkins are made using our special batik method, with bold and vibrant colors that add a touch of nature to your table.

And if you love birds, you're in luck! We also offer these napkins with other bird designs. Make your dining experience unique and beautiful with these special napkins.

Set of 6 Napkins: 46 cm x 46cm -or- Approx. 18" x 18"

CARE

Made from 100% GMO-free cotton fabric sourced in Africa.
Each piece can vary slightly due to its handcrafted nature.
Hand wash cold or machine wash on a gentle cycle, maximum 30 degrees Celsius. No tumble-dry.
Iron on the reverse side with a low-temperature setting.
This set is bundled together with locally hand-made twine and a decorative palm shell clasp. (Due to customs restrictions, orders bound for Australia will be shipped without the twine and wooden clasp.)

IMPACT

Tribal Textiles works to create a sustainable impact through creativity and craftsmanship. Each of our one-of-a-kind textiles is hand-painted by local artisans in South Luangwa, Zambia. We go beyond fair wages, reinvesting 5% in community-strengthening initiatives, and supporting local wildlife conservation.

Read more about our impact

Certified Ethical Practice

We are proud to have certified ethical status with Nest. We passed more than 100 standards and annually review our certification to get the Nest seal of approval.

100% GMO-Free Cotton

We use 100% GMO-Free cotton, sourced from our fabric from our nearest fabric manufacturer in Africa to reduce our carbon footprint

Community Impact

Beyond creating employment in an area where jobs are scarce, we support our local school Malimba and also Hanaha orphanage.

Environment Friendly Paint

We use water-based, non-hazardous and non-toxic paints that are safe for both people and the environment.

Hand Crafted In Zambia

All of our products are made by hand in our small workshop in Mfuwe, South Luangwa, Zambia.

Conservation Impact

We are fortunate to have conservation programs such as ZCP [Zambian Carnivore Program] and CSL [Conservation South Luangwa] who we continuously donate a portion of our sales to.