Crafty Photo Scavenger Hunt

I'm joining the crafty photo scavenger hunt this month, an idea started by Kirst and this month hosted by Emma. It'll be a nice way to get some inspiration and see what inspires me and others.

This month we spent three weeks in Bangladesh, so this entry will be inspired by this country filled with contradictions.

something i made
I've never made as little as last month, no cooking, no gardening, no crafting. I've been very much inspired though by what other people have made! Look at all these beautiful contrasting colors below.

sunlight

6 PM, the sun is about to set over the rice paddies. What a relief after two weeks of hectic Dhaka.

motifs: retro
It's not really retro, but it's been around forever. A beautiful jamdani sari from Bangladesh.

inspiration
Wow, these are huge baskets, they're standing in front of a small house. Wonder what they're used for... What do you think?

books

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

This book really made an impression on me and gave me some insight in how it must be if you have asperger's. I also love the cover!
 

Introduction

Just a little note as an introduction. I'm Margot and have just started a small fairtrade business, Tulsi Crafts, importing crafts from Bangladesh. I live in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, and will be running my internet business from home. Of course I love travelling and discovering new things! It makes me realise all the more how lucky we are, it really puts things in perspective. Gardening is another love of mine, I love pottering around my allotment.

Bangladesh has a special place in heart, specifically the people of Bangladesh do. I've never met people as generous, curious and sincere as Bangla people. No matter how little they have, they are always willing to share. As tourists are not a common sight, they want to know all about you and where you're from.

On this blog I'll be writing more about this beautiful country so full of contradictions. Bangladesh has been and still is a place where many development aid organisations are active. At this moment the Bangladesh economy is growing, and I feel it's time to put the emphasis on (fair) trade not aid. It's important people can become independent and can take care of themselves. I want to give them this chance by buying fairtrade products from several organisations who give people a fair chance of making a living.

I'll keep you posted here on my journey of starting Tulsi Crafts, a business in fairtrade crafts, also with an emphasis om environmentally friendly products, either recycled or made from local organic fibres such a jute.

I really value your input, so please let me know if you agree, or disagree with me. You can either post comments here, or on my facebook page. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Dhaka, the busy capital of Bangladesh

And as a contrast, a walk in the countryside