Woven Art - made in East Timor

The Women’s Woven Art project in Dili supports about 60 women and their families. The sewing group create a range of colorful products made from traditional handwoven textiles. Weavers from Dili and rural areas also bring their work into the centre to be sold.

Weaving at a traditional Loom

Over the past 2-3 years this group of women weavers and seamstresses have made big advances in producing good quality marketable products for sale in Dili and overseas. The women take pride in supporting their families. The varied products are made by Timorese women working in small groups at their homes with family or friends. They can work at their own pace and market the products through the Woven Art shop.

A few months ago WOVEN ART opened a handicraft and souvenir shop in a central location in the Hotel Timor opposite the Dili port. The shop has proved popular with Timorese, visitors and embassy staff.

WOVEN ART PRODUCTS can be purchased through the Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA office at Level 3, 377-383 Sussex Street, Sydney, phone 02 9264 9343.

PRODUCTS include:

• Tais, the traditional scarves, shawls and sarongs
• Handbags & coin purses
• Duffle Bags
• Cushion Covers
• Phone/Glasses cases
• Belts
• Table Runners & Napkins
• Bookmarks

This is a practical way to HELP change lives for the better, and give Timorese women pride and independence. Your purchases will support women and children in East Timor.

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