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Kingfisher apron handpainted in intricate detail and colour with a pale grey background, perfect to wow in the kitchen.
Papiko Malachite Kingfisher Apron - Handmade in Africa using Batik techniques and ethical labour.
carefully handcrafted and slow made goods
Kingfisher apron handpainted in intricate detail and colour with a pale grey background, perfect to wow in the kitchen.
Papiko Malachite Kingfisher Apron - Handmade in Africa using Batik techniques and ethical labour.
carefully handcrafted and slow made goods
Kingfisher apron handpainted in intricate detail and colour with a pale grey background, perfect to wow in the kitchen.
Papiko Malachite Kingfisher Apron - Handmade in Africa using Batik techniques and ethical labour.
carefully handcrafted and slow made goods

Papiko Malachite Kingfisher Apron

TRIBAL TEXTILES
$48.00 USD

 

Papiko; Meaning "Wing" in the local Chinyanja dialect in Zambia. Our home decor collection is inspired by birds found in the South Luangwa Valley.

Using our signature crackle technique, this apron is hand drawn and hand painted on durable cotton. Decorated with 31 different colors, this collection is a beautiful labor of love. 

While the design and technique are the same, each artisan has their own way of starching and balancing colors, making each piece unique in its own special way.

And if you love birds, you're in luck! We off these aprons with four different birds!

Size: 66cm x 65cm / Approx. 26" x 26"

CARE
  • Made from 100% GMO free cotton fabric sourced in Africa
  • Each piece can vary slightly due to its handcrafted nature
  • Care: Hand wash cold or machine wash on gentle cycle, maximum 30 degrees Celsius. No tumble-dry. Iron inside out on low temperature setting
  • Ethically handcrafted in South Luangwa, Zambia
IMPACT

Tribal Textiles is a home goods brand working to create a sustainable impact through creativity and craftsmanship.


Each of our one-of-a-kind textiles is hand-painted by local artisans in South Luangwa, Zambia.

We go beyond fair wages in our home handcraft workshop, reinvesting in community-strengthening initiatives, and supporting local wildlife conservation.


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What We Care About

Certified Ethical Practice

We're Nest-certified for ethical standards, meeting 100+ criteria, and undergo annual reviews for the seal of approval.

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100% GMO-Free Cotton

We use locally sourced GMO-Free cotton to minimize carbon footprint.

Community Impact

We boost local employment and aid Malimba School and Hanaha Orphanage.

Eco Friendly Paint

We use environmentally friendly, water-based paints safe for people and the environment.

Hand Crafted In Zambia

All of our products are made by hand in our small workshop in Mfuwe, South Luangwa, Zambia.

Conservation Impact

We contribute to conservation efforts by donating to the Zambian Carnivore Program (ZCP) and Conservation South Luangwa (CSL).

Bird Watch Zambia

DONATING TO BIRD CONSERVATION

Our Papiko collection donates to Bird Watch Zambia, promoting to study and conservation of birds in Zambia. Each purchase gives back to this fantastic cause. Click below to learn more about BWZ.

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