Earth Friendly Paper Products

Originals from Africa is partnered with Zimbabwean producer group, Mapepa (meaning paper in the local dialect). Mapepa has been making hand made, eco friendly paper for over 20 years. They work with over 50 villages in Southern Africa (Zimbabwe and Botswana). Villagers in Botswana and Zimbabwe have been trained in the art of paper making and over the years have developed a unique range of hand made paper and products. The communities are encouraged to work in their own environments and therefore don't have to commute and leave their children in the care of others. Materials are collected by the individual communities - materials that are replenishible and plentiful near their homes. From the sheet paper that is made from these materials, talented artists fashion sophisticated products using Traditional African tools like the duri and the guyo that are known to these communities. The paper making projects create work opportunities and develop skills which assist villagers in achieving financial independence for their families in a time of over 80% unemployment, high AIDS rates, and a volatile political environment.

All products are ecologically sound - acid free, tree free, lignin free & ph neutral.

Medium Upright Journals	Medium Precious Journals	Medium String Spiral Journals
Small String Spiral Journals	Picture Frames	Notecard / Notelet Boxes
Stationery - Cards / Card Sets	Stationery - Wallets / Writing Sets	Bookmarks

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Click Image to Enlarge	Medium Memo Box Naturals #EAPPS38 This medium memo box in natural colors is very useful on a desk or next to the telephone for messages. Little natural notelets are housed in a sturdy card box. Makes a great gift. Designs/colors might vary slightly, depending on the rural village in Zimbabwe/Botswana making the products. Made by hand in Zimbabwe/Botswana.

Click Image to Enlarge	Medium Upright Journal Contrast #EAPPS41 This medium sized journal (6.5"x9") has a hard cover and is sturdy and practical, as well as beautiful! Colors/Designs may vary slightly depending on producer group and geographical location. Hand made in Zimbabwe using environmentally friendly methods.

Click Image to Enlarge	Medium Spiral Journal Contrast #EAPPS46 This medium sized journal (6"x9") has a hard cover and is sturdy and practical, as well as beautiful! Colors/Designs may vary slightly depending on producer group and geographical location. Hand made in Zimbabwe using environmentally friendly methods.

Click Image to Enlarge	Small Spiral Notebook Contrast #EAPPS47 This small sized journal has a hard cover and is sturdy and practical. Its compact size makes it easy to carry around with you. Designs/Colors may vary depending on artisan group and geographical location. Hand made in Zimbabwe using environmentally friendly methods.

Click Image to Enlarge	Medium Precious Journal Contrast #EAPPS48 This medium sized journal (9"x6.5") has a hard cover and is sturdy and practical, as well as beautiful! Colors/Designs may vary slightly depending on producer group and geographical location. Hand made in Zimbabwe using environmentally friendly methods.

Click Image to Enlarge	Medium Upright Journal Blues #EAPPS51 This medium sized journal (6.5"x9") has a hard cover and is sturdy and practical, as well as beautiful! Colors/Designs may vary slightly depending on producer group and geographical location. Hand made in Zimbabwe using environmentally friendly methods.

Click Image to Enlarge	Medium Spiral Journal Blues #EAPPS56 This medium sized journal (6"x9") has a hard cover and is sturdy and practical, as well as beautiful! Colors/Designs may vary slightly depending on producer group and geographical location. Hand made in Zimbabwe using environmentally friendly methods.

Click Image to Enlarge	Small Spiral Notebook Blues #EAPPS57 This small sized journal has a hard cover and is sturdy and practical. Its compact size makes it easy to carry around with you. Designs/Colors may vary depending on artisan group and geographical location. Hand made in Zimbabwe using environmentally friendly methods.

Click Image to Enlarge	Medium Precious Journal Blues #EAPPS58 This medium sized journal (9"x6.5") has a hard cover and is sturdy and practical, as well as beautiful! Colors/Designs may vary slightly depending on producer group and geographical location. Hand made in Zimbabwe using environmentally friendly methods.

Click Image to Enlarge	Medium Spiral Journal Quill #EAPPS61 This medium sized journal (6"x9") has a hard cover and is sturdy and practical, as well as beautiful! Colors/Designs may vary slightly depending on producer group and geographical location. Hand made in Zimbabwe using environmentally friendly methods.

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