Our craft
Who makes our bags & what they’re made of
We believe knowing the story behind your bag makes carrying it even more special. Who made it, the materials chosen and the care that brought it to life all matter.
Discover the people, materials and craftsmanship behind our Kali bags.
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Who makes our bags
Kali bags are handmade in Kigali by skilled women artisans, who bring patience, knowledge and care to every piece they create.
The women who make our bags are at the heart of everything we do. That is why our artisans have a voice in setting the price of their work. Their craftsmanship has value, and they deserve a say in how it is recognised.
Through their craft, they earn an income that supports their families, strengthens their independence and helps them pursue their dreams.
Perhaps our favourite part of KALI ROCHER
One woman makes it.
Another woman carries it.
And somewhere between those two women, something beautiful happens.
A connection.
When you carry KALI ROCHER, we want you to feel beautiful, unique and effortlessly stylish. We also want you to know that somewhere in Kigali, another woman placed her hands on that very same bag.
She cut it.
Stitched it.
Shaped it.
Made it.
And by choosing her work, you become a small part of her story, just as her craftsmanship becomes part of yours.
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The materials we choose
Our bags are handmade using carefully selected fabrics and wood, chosen with consideration for both quality and environmental impact. Wherever possible, we aim to minimise our use of materials that may be harmful to the environment.
That is why we deliberately design without plastic, animal-derived materials or metal, instead we choose to work primarily with fabric and responsibly sourced and hand-finished wood.
We know responsible production is an ongoing journey and we don’t claim to be perfect. But from the materials we select to the people who bring each design to life, we make every decision with purpose.
We believe beautiful things can be made thoughtfully with respect for the hands that create them and consideration for the world around us.
KALI ROCHER
So, when we say ethically made, it isn’t simply a label.
It’s a commitment to making better choices.