Rwanda Path to Peace Collection {Giveaway}

Creating a lovely and unique home is something I aspire to, maybe even obsess about.  From handmade art works to funky kitchen decor, I like filling my house with beautiful and unusual items.

Most recently I added another piece of eye candy to our space: a gorgeous handmade basket from the Rwanda Path to Peace collection at Macy's.

I love these baskets, (I have another one too) not just because they're stunning with their bold patterns and rich colors, but because they help foster a livlihood for women in war-torn Rwanda.

You may have heard of the Rwandan genocide from 1994, where 1 million+ Rwandan population were murdered within 100 days, leaving the percentage of female Rwandans at 70%.  Rwanda Path to Peace is a way of revitalizing the economy and spirit of the Rwandan people through their traditional crafts, created by women.

Made of naturally dyed sisal coil-sewn over bundled sweetgrass, each basket comes with a certificate of authenticity and the knowledge that you are helping rebuild a war-torn nation.

I like that Macy's is not just bringing attention to the situation in Rwanda, but supporting the livlihood of its women and maintaining their artistic traditions, all while bringing these beautiful crafts into their stores and eventually, to be used and admired in American homes.

You can find more information on Rwanda Path to Peace on the Macy's website, as well as purchase these lovely baskets in Macy's stores or online.

WIN IT!

I have one basket to give away, the one pictured in the two photos above (with the fruit).  Simply leave a comment here about something you learned or your favorite item from the Rwanda Path to Peace initiative. 

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Giveaway ends 11:59pm, Tuesday September 4th.  US entries only.
Disclosure: I received a basket for review via Everywhere Society.