Supporting makers and giving back, one piece at a time
SPINDLE is a UK-based conscious homeware and lifestyle brand led by sisters, supporting artisans near and far who rely on traditional crafts for their livelihoods.
We work directly and through trusted NGOs with makers in India, Palestine, Morocco, Türkiye, Syria, and Uganda, including Palestinian and Syrian refugees based in Lebanon, co-creating pieces and/or placing orders for handmade pieces artisans have perfected over generations, made to be kind to the planet and safe for people.
This isn’t charity. It’s dignified, meaningful work that keeps tradition alive.
Every order supports fair wages, uplifts marginalised communities through our partnership with human rights organisation Restless Beings, and plants a tree for the future.
Reduced to Clear
These mugs were brought into our store from Palestine at a time when many were trying to appropriate the kufiya pattern. We chose to stock them then for what they represented, and we’re now making space for new pieces in our collection.
They are perfectly functional to drink from. Please note they feature natural crackling in the glaze, and darker drinks may deepen this over time. We recommend them especially as decorative pieces, where their story and design can continue to be appreciated.
Our Guiding Principles
Respect Cultural Identity
We honour the roots of every craft we share, from techniques and motifs to the stories stitched or carved into each piece. These traditions carry meaning, memory, and identity, and we’re proud to help keep them alive with care and integrity.
Ethical Labour & Fair wages
We work at a considered pace and in small batches to ensure makers receive consistent, fair pay. Everyone we work with is treated with dignity - no haggling, no shortcuts, just honest, respectful partnerships built to last.
Conscious Collaboration
We build real relationships, co-creating where possible and ensuring every collaboration uplifts, empowers, and protects the people behind the craft. We’re a business built on intention, where every decision is shaped by purpose. Our goal is to build something sustainable for everyone involved.
