Discover the Sustainability Neighborhood at IFAM 2025
Booths #33–57
At the heart of the International Folk Art Market lies a commitment to both cultural preservation and environmental responsibility. The Sustainability Neighborhood is where those values converge—featuring over 20 visionary artists from around the world who exemplify the power of making with purpose.
These artists transform natural, renewable, and recyclable materials into stunning works of folk art using traditional techniques passed down through generations. From plant-based dyes and hand-spun fibers to repurposed paper, glass, and metal, they create new beauty from materials others might discard. Their work honors ancestral knowledge while addressing one of the most urgent needs of our time: caring for our planet.
Meet the Artists | Sustainability | Booth #’s 33-57
Project Two Mile Papua New Guinea
Pavithra Muddaya and the Vimor Handloom Foundation have been dedicated to preserving and reviving India’s handloom heritage for more than five decades.
Cirila Aragón Cortés
This Himachal Pradesh artisan collective collaborates with the Gaddi tribe, reviving traditional Himalayan wool textiles and cultural motifs.
Basha Boutique transforms lives through the vibrant tradition of kantha, a 500-year-old form of Bangladeshi folk art. At the 2025 International Folk Art Market, meet the artisans whose stunning quilts tell stories of resilience, hope, and cultural preservation. Each piece reflects the strength of women overcoming extraordinary challenges and the timeless beauty of kantha quilting.
Dreams Company Ltd creates authentic Halishte textiles, handmade in Bulgaria from rare Karakachan sheep wool. Sustainable, natural, and versatile, Halishte rugs and blankets preserve a centuries-old tradition of luxury and craftsmanship.
Explore Heritage Baskets, handcrafted in Bolgatanga, Ghana, using sustainable materials and traditional weaving techniques. Each basket empowers local artisans and preserves cultural heritage.
Handcrafted Arctic Silver Jewelry by Ami Avellán in Finland
Nestled along the Ucayali River in Peru’s Amazon, the Chonon Biri Artisans Association brings the centuries-old traditions of the Shipibo-Konibo people to the International Folk Art Market.
Deki Natural Dyes breathes new life into Bhutanese folk traditions through vibrant, naturally dyed textiles. Meet the artisans behind these intricate weavings, rooted in ancestral knowledge and Buddhist symbolism, at the 2025 International Folk Art Market.
Ocean Sole transforms discarded flip-flops into colorful works of art that inspire change.
Ashita Singhal | Paiwand
Nettle Weaving Legacy in Nagaland
Crafting Eco-Friendly Paper
A Weaver’s Journey on Savu Island: Maria Imakulata Manek
Warli Painting Share Messages of Harmony and Equilibrium
Quinoa Ceramics From Ayacucho, Peru - Artemio Poma Gutierrez
Why It Matters
Every booth in the Sustainability Neighborhood offers a chance to witness environmental stewardship in action. Whether it’s sculptures made from reclaimed flip-flops in Kenya (Ocean Sole), upcycled fashion woven from waste textiles in India (Paiwand), or colorful glasswork from recycled shards in Afghanistan and Palestine, these artists bring deeply personal, place-based approaches to sustainability.
You’ll find:
Zero-waste textiles from Guatemala, India, and Bangladesh
Handmade baskets from Ghana and France, woven from natural grasses
Natural dye and handloom innovations from Bhutan to Mexico
Functional art that reflects the balance between resourcefulness and reverence for the earth
Plan Your Visit
The Sustainability Neighborhood is located at Booths #33–57 inside the Market, next to SITE Santa Fe. Be sure to stop by early—these artists are among the most celebrated and sought-after at the Market.
Join us in Santa Fe from July 10 to 13, 2025 and experience sustainability in every stitch, weave, and form.
