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We Bring the Best of Handmade to You

AOW is your source for exceptional handmade goods. Annie O. Waterman travels the world, bringing the best of handmade to retailers. Annie saves you time by curating carefully hand-picked, in-person, vetted vendors specific to your company’s aesthetics. We work with experienced vendors who have strong social/ environmental ethos and offer exceptional design and quality. Annie also offers a mentorship program for those looking to open a shop or launch an artisan brand, bringing her 16+ years of experience directly to you.

Your source for exceptional HANDMADE

We CONNECT RETAILERS WITH VENDORS:

  • Who speaks of uniqueness, high craftsmanship + quality

  • Who offer low MOQs, custom capabilities, + export experience

  • Who we carefully vet + hand-pick specifically for you

 
 

Follow Annie's world travels on Instagram @aowhandmade

At the @sidreh_lakiya_weaving workshop, learning about the challenges, gaps and opportunities. @undp.palestinian
Beautiful woolen rugs and pillows made by the Lakiya Negev Bedouin Weaving Cooperative. This project was established in 1991 via the support of @sidreh_lakiya_weaving, a non-profit organization with the mission to support the Palestinian-Bedouin
The landscape of Al-Mehtwish, West Bank where many Bedouin families live. It’s an extremely complex and difficult situation but they’re resilient. They just wish for a simple, peaceful life, and cherish living off the land, away from the
A peek at some of the adorable felted animals made by Bedouin women living in the West Bank. Living conditions are extremely harsh but their resilience to live off the land and find creative ways to make a bit of income is incredibly inspiring. Women
A memorable encounter with the leader of a Bedouin family based in Al-Mehtwish, West Bank. The leader of this once nomadic Bedouin family greeted us with open arms and warm hospitality. We met as a way to learn about the women in the village who have
The beauty of handmade. Made in Palestine @craft_village2017 @undp.palestinian
Take a peek at this adorable Palestinian green ceramic collection.. available in green/ white, blue/ white, red/white, and yellow/ white. Available for export. This line is made by @craft_village2017
A closer look at these beautiful blue and white ceramics from Hebron, Palestine. Available for export via @craft_village2017