Posts tagged akha

Hemp: The thread of tradition and possibilities

For Passa Paa, working with hemp means supporting tradition, culture and an eco-friendly material that gives us the natural feel we strive for. The hemp we use comes from villages nestled high up in the far reaching mountains of Laos.
We’re hoping to reach more and more of these villages in the years to come, to help support their unique skillset and treasured knowledge.

Hmong culture, HempHeather SmithAugust 11, 2020laos, sustainable, handmade, culture, ethnic knowledge, akha, hmong, lanten

Blue Gold: Timeless Indigo and it's zero impact on the environment

For Passa Paa, printing with Indigo gives us an endless possibilities of playing with its blue hue. We aim to keep this tradition from many Lao ethnic groups alive. The fact that it's 100% natural and when you have finished working with it you can throw the water on your crops, and you can fertilize your garden with it only makes us love it even more.

Indigo, Hmong cultureHeather SmithAugust 6, 2020indigo, laos, natural dyes, sustainable, handmade, culture, ethnic knowledge, akha, hmong, lanten