We’re very excited to take delivery of handmade beer coasters from our friends at Ajiri Tea. Ajiri Tea is an organization set up by Ann and Sarah Holby . It’s goal is to provide education funds for Kenyan Aids orphans in the Kisii district of Kenya and employment for women of that same region.
It has been something of a mission for the Ship Inn to contribute to their cause by selling as many tea boxes as we can. Then we had an idea: We were absolutely charmed by the handmade tea box labels, made from lacquered banana leaf. We asked Ajiri if the ladies of Kisii in Western Kenya could produce beer coasters with the same resources as used for the tea box labels in a Fair Trade manner. This would increase employment opportunities and raise awareness for the cause of Ajiri.
Well, the beer coasters are on the drying table in Kenya right now. We thought we’d post a preview. Each coaster is handmade and unique, with the design made from lacquered banana leaf. They will be sold in sets of four. Thanks for your enthusiasm about The Ship Inn and for supporting Ajiri Tea.
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Hi! These are great! Will they be available to purchase online? Or just in person?
Thanks!!
HI Kim, Last I heard they entered the country the day before yesterday. I hope to have them up by August 15th. They will be available on line and at our restaurant. If you’d like me to reserve a set, let me know.
Tim