shakti.ism | शक्तिवाद

Shakti.ism: a non-profit social initiative to facilitate regular employment with fair wages for women in India, Bangladesh and Nepal

click to shop with purpose

Gorgeous new arrivals, handmade with love

  • Handmade Patchwork Sari Cushion Cover
    Regular price
    £31.00
    Sale price
    £31.00
    Regular price
    Unit price
    per 
    Sold out
  • Soft cotton striped scarf, handwoven in Nepal
    Regular price
    £24.00
    Sale price
    £24.00
    Regular price
    Unit price
    per 
    Sold out
  • Soft cotton solid scarf, handwoven in Nepal
    Regular price
    £17.00
    Sale price
    £17.00
    Regular price
    £21.00
    Unit price
    per 
    Sold out
  • Eco friendly Lokta paper pocket notebook
    Regular price
    £11.00
    Sale price
    £11.00
    Regular price
    Unit price
    per 
    Sold out
  • The perfect reusable gift bag, Handmade Kalamkari Cotton Pouch, Bottle Gift Bag
    Regular price
    £5.00
    Sale price
    £5.00
    Regular price
    Unit price
    per 
    Sold out
  • Upcycled sari flags, reusable sari bunting
    Regular price
    £15.00
    Sale price
    £15.00
    Regular price
    £16.00
    Unit price
    per 
    Sold out
  • Hand block printed scarf, Indian cotton, red yellow flowers
    Hand block printed scarf, Indian cotton, Jaipur block prints, light scarf, floral print scarf, autumn scarf, wrap shawl, eco friendly gifts - Shaktiism
    Regular price
    £36.00
    Sale price
    £36.00
    Regular price
    Unit price
    per 
    Sold out
  • Hand block printed scarf, Indian cotton
    Hand block printed scarf, Indian cotton, Jaipur block print, light scarf, floral print scarf, autumn scarf, wrap shawl, eco friendly gifts - Shaktiism
    Regular price
    £32.00
    Sale price
    £32.00
    Regular price
    £36.00
    Unit price
    per 
    Sold out
  • Recycled rice bag pouch, fair trade
    Regular price
    £11.00
    Sale price
    £11.00
    Regular price
    Unit price
    per 
    Sold out

Our popular sari gift wrap is back in stock in various sizes!

Shop now
A skilled artisan engaged in the art of block printing for Shakti.ism

The Art of Block Printing in Jaipur, India

Discover the timeless craft of block printing and get a behind the scenes look at our skilled artisan teams engaged in block printing for Shakti.ism

Learn more

How to use sari (or any cloth) gift wrap

Shakti.ism upcycled sari gift wrap is an eco-friendly alternative to wrapping paper, which is often not possible to recycle due to ink and adhesive residue. Each wrap is unique and one-of-a-kind, handmade from a pre-loved sari. Click below for step-by-step instructions on how to wrap absolutely anything with sari gift wrap!

How to use sari gift wrap

Why should we empower disadvantaged women anyway?

Start with why: learn all about Shakti.ism's mission and why we do what we do. By providing opportunities for women from marginalised communities to learn transferable skills like sewing and tailoring, we can help them to gain stable employment, to achieve financial independence, and gain the self-confidence and respect they deserve.

Learn more

Business for social good

Click below to read all about Shakti.ism's social impact from inception to now. Find out how your purchases are used to are improve the lives of the talented artisans that make our beautiful products

Learn more

Recent feedback from happy Shakti.ism customers

★★★★★

I cannot say enough good things about this product. Absolutely beautiful one of a kind!

Amy

★★★★★

I'd recommend the shop and its products to anyone. The items are beautifully made, so pretty and come wrapped in lovely scarves. No plastic bags! Excellent in every way and great to be supporting working women in India and Bangladesh

Susan

★★★★★

Worth every penny! I love the entire concept of this fabulous shop. Recycled saris, female empowerment, and opportunities for motivated and talented women! Wow!!!🦋

Jane

Beautiful wee pouch! Gorgeous colours and unique. Will definitely be buying from this shop again and supporting the idea behind it.

Gillian

Absolutely love these. I ordered two and they are beautiful - also love the idea behind them. A great price and received really quickly too.

Zoë

Absolutely gorgeous. Quality makeup bag and looks fantastic (the photo doesn't do it justice). Will purchase from this store again for gifts. Thanks.

Jacquetta