Intro SiamMandalay
 

Made by Hand

Unique among most exporters today, SiamMandalay focuses on products which can be made in larger quantities by hand, without compromising quality. When we make the decision to introduce a new line, many steps are taken to source the manufacturer who can deliver quantity and quality, on time. Each supplier is carefully chosen from the many in our region, as enterprises which create top notch giftware and accessories in ways that support their local communities and culture.

Thailand's heritage as a country with many talented artisans is a great source of pride to its citizens, with the knowledge that similar styles and quality are not to be found in other countries. Therefore, the Thais are very interested in showing their products, and are excited that other countries will be able to enjoy the crafts as they do on a daily basis.

Every product shown on this website is handmade in traditional fashion. The earthenware, Tatami goods, bamboo accessories and wood carvings are made in smaller, open air factories using inherited methods for production. Each factory operates as a community, with a great amount of communication between employees. Only the Tatami mat itself is woven by a machine which can achieve a much tighter weave than by hand. As are most other products in Thailand, the tabletop items and games in wood are a cottage industry, where many individual houses contribute to the completion of an order. Most importantly, both of these manufacturing structures maintain the ties between the Thai culture and the creativity of its people.

 
   
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