From the Village, For the Village
Ma Té Sai means “where is it from?” in Lao language. We select and co-create beautiful gifts, textiles and homewares handmade by people from villages across Laos. Some of our artisans are from remote and rural Laos, making traditional handicraft; some are farmers growing local produce; and some are disadvantaged, working in city centres, where they are developing new skills and a better life.
All are proud and happy to share their skills and traditions with you. we want you to share this connection with our artisans as much as we want to ensure them a fair and sustainable income.
Avaliable in Singapore
You can now shop in Singapore. Until 30 November we have our own pushcart at Change Alley, Chevron House in Raffles Place. Open Monday to Friday 11am-7pm. On 8 December we'll be at the Sustainable Christmas Fair at Winestone, Mercure on Stevens, from 12 noon to 7pm.
EXCLUSIVE SINGAPORE OFFER
Order online now, before 4 Dec, and receive 10% off plus free shipping to Singapore (goods must be picked up from our staff, place to be coordinated). Quote SIN10 when you order, or send your order email to singapore@matesai.com.
A Festive Sale
Bundle up some handmade Christmas decorations, online in-store, or at our pop-ups and take 15% off.
A bit of Christmas cheer from our makers.
Visiting Luang Prabang?
- For authentic touring and Mekong splendour go with our sister company www.bananaboatlaos.com
- The best maps available for the area are on www.hobomaps.com
- If you are coming in the cooler months, Nov-Jan, and have some used winter clothes in good condition you can donate, leave them with us & we'll take them to the Red Cross