Episode 11- Akua’s Boutique (Theresa Akua Fenn)

In this episode, I had the joy of speaking with Theresa Akua Fenn, the designer and founder behind Akua's Boutique which sells colorful handmade bags made out of raffia, a sustainable fiber made from palm leaves. We had so much fun discussing the entire process of creating one of her handbags from the hand-drawn design to sourcing the palm leaves, natural dying, weaving, and more. Theresa works closely with incredible women artisans in Madagascar, Africa and the bags sold in America help to support their livelihoods. This is an amazing episode to learn more about artisan crafts, sustainable fibers, and the value of handmade.

To learn more about Akua's boutique and shop colorful, sustainable bags, check out the website at https://akuasboutique.com/ and give them a follow on Instagram at @akuasboutique or Facebook @AkuasBoutique.