Collection: Soap Stone

Artisans in the Kisii region of Kenya's western highlands showcase their carving talents in soft soapstone. From beautiful decorative accessories to whimsical animal sculptures and heart keepsakes, soapstone art from Kenya is loved by people around the world.

Swahili African Imports extends each artisan's channel of trade from local markets to the global marketplace, all the while providing artisans with options to work from the comfort of their own homes and communities. Secure in the knowledge that the fair payment they receive will not be reduced by traveling expenses, childcare costs and haggled prices, most artisans in the Swahili network promote their family's future by using earnings to put food on the table and pay educational expenses for their children.