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Read our latest articles about everything Surya related; ethical trade, Nepal, our photoshoots + more.

The Ancient Practise of Weaving Raw Hemp

The Ancient Practise of Weaving Raw Hemp

I sat down for a chai and a chat with Umesh, the founder of his family's small hemp weaving business in Nepal. Read now

Interview with Shanti - our Natural Dye Expert

Interview with Shanti - our Natural Dye Expert

Let us introduce Shanti, the amazing woman behind our natural dyes. Meet Shanti >
SURYA Cashmere - Supporting Visual and Hearing Impaired

SURYA Cashmere - Supporting Visual and Hearing Impaired

Learn about the hearing and vision impaired men and women who craft our cashmere pieces. Read now >
Our Plant Based Dyes in Nepal

Our Plant Based Dyes in Nepal

We love natural dyes! Read more about plant based dyes in Nepal >
Our First Store Open in Milton, NSW!

Our First Store Open in Milton, NSW!

Remember that time when we opened a shop?! Read all about it here >
Our Home Based Workers in Nepal

Our Home Based Workers in Nepal

Meet our beautiful home based workers who make our nettle pieces in Nepal. Read more >
New Polymer Clay Jewellery

New Polymer Clay Jewellery

Our fairtrade polymer clay jewellery made by home based workers in Nepal has been loved around Australia for many years. Read more >
Harvesting the Hemp Plant in Nepal

Harvesting the Hemp Plant in Nepal

Ever wondered how hemp is harvested and turned into a usable fibre in Nepal? Read on >
Fair Trade is not just a Marketing Word

Fair Trade is not just a Marketing Word

Learn why 'fairtrade' is not just a marketing word. Learn more >
Fair Trade Fortnight

Fair Trade Fortnight

Fairtrade fortnight happenings in 2011. Read more >