This beautiful book mark shaped into a peace symbol is actually made from recycled copper wire by Kisumu artisans. Even the paper that holds the bookmark is made from recycled material, water hyacinth, which is an invasive plant species that has affected fisherman?s livelihoods in lake Victoria, and plagued the lake itself. Being able to reform this plant into paper for things like this bookmark backing is a win-win for Africa as they rehabilitate their largest lake.
Backing is blue with the wire peace-shaped bookmark that reads;
"It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart"
Bookmark 2D inches, Water Hyacinth Backing 4.375sq inches
Handmade in Kenya
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KICK Trading Ltd. is a fair trade social enterprise in Kisumu, Kenya, Kisumu Innovation Centre Kenya (KICK). Using recycled materials and invasive species from the wetlands around Lake Victoria, KICK encourages local artisans to create handmade products. It also recycles wire from old fridge compressors and uses it to make unique handmade paper cards and bookmarks. KICK Trading Ltd markets creative craft products made by local artisans, such as greeting cards, earrings, bangles, necklaces, gift boxes and handmade paper. This gives them the opportunity to earn decent wages and enjoy consistent employment. KICK is active in both local and regional, as well as export markets and plans to strengthen both. By using locally available waste material and invasive species in the Lake Victoria region, its activities also benefit local ecosystems.
