12 Artisan Picks for International Women’s Day

Celebrate International Women's Day with Us

In much of Latin America, International Women’s Day — often referred to simply as March 8 — is not primarily a celebration. It is a day that calls for protest and radical change. On March 8, we recognize women as economic actors, knowledge holders, and decision-makers whose work sustains households and shapes local markets.

For Indigenous women artisans in the Andes, textile traditions are more than craft. They are a living expression of cultural knowledge passed down through generations and a vital source of livelihood that supports families and community well-being.

Our International Women's Day Collection highlights 12 artisan favorites; pieces that reflect the skill, creativity, and leadership of the women who make them.

Celebrate with us by shopping
International Women's Day Collection

Today, we celebrate the women who lead, teach, and inspire us through their craft.

Celebrate with us by exploring the International Women's Day Collection.

With love,

Awamaki Team

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About Awamaki

Awamaki is a nonprofit fair trade social enterprise dedicated to connecting Andean artisan weavers with global markets. We collaborate with women artisans to support their efforts towards educational and financial independence by co-creating beautifully handcrafted knit and woven accessories using hertiage techniques.