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.

As vaccines roll out in Lao PDR, we unfortuanately are experiencing Covid-19 cases. We are unsure when borders will open but meanwhile can export, and help our artisans with whatever business we can generate with our retail partners in Singapore, and customers worldwide.

We are still travelling to work with our communities when it is possible. You can donate items if you wish. We always take reading glasses to our of weavers, embroiderers, to help with their eyesight. Grades from 1.5 -2.5 are most needed. We also take educational items such as Big Brother Mouse books and stationary to remote schools. And we support a temple across the Mekong with food. If you would like to help we can purchase items on your behalf and give you a receipt.