Banana Leaf Divided Serving Tray - Six Section
Six thoughtful compartments carved from hand-gathered banana leaves, where every appetizer becomes an opportunity to support artisan families in Rwanda.
Handcrafted compartments, conscious entertaining, meaningful impact
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ABOUT THIS PRODUCT
Hand-gathered banana leaves and stalks are transformed into this beautiful six-section serving tray by skilled Rwandan artisans. Each compartment is thoughtfully sized to hold small portions, making it perfect for organizing appetizers, nuts, or treats during gatherings.
The natural banana leaf material creates a sustainable alternative to plastic or manufactured trays, while the handcrafted process ensures no two pieces are exactly alike. This tray brings the warmth of traditional craftsmanship to modern entertaining.
Supporting fair trade principles, each purchase connects you directly to the hands that carefully shaped this functional piece, creating meaningful income for rural artisan families.
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Across rural Rwanda, Azizi Life partners with more than 760 skilled artisans, connecting local crafting cooperatives to customers around the world. Azizi Life began in 2008 as an initiative of the Christian nonprofit Food for the Hungry. Through a business development program, it met artisan cooperatives with skill, leadership and vision, but selling their crafts to neighbors or through a middleman did not earn enough to support their families.
The artisans use what Azizi Life calls natural, renewable materials, harvested locally, and most come from plants that keep growing after the fibers are harvested. Every current design began as an idea from the artisans themselves, with a little input from Azizi Life staff and volunteers on quality, design and color.
Azizi Life is a member of the Fair Trade Federation and is committed to paying the artisans an agreed upon fair wage as soon as it receives their products. The added income from selling their work helps families afford things like medical insurance, school materials and a more balanced diet. In 2016, as a step toward local ownership, the founder handed leadership of Azizi Life to Jeannine Umutoniwase as CEO.
• Overall size: 12" x 8" x 4" (average)
• Compartment size: 3.25" x 3.25" each
• Six individual sections
• Handleless design
• Fair Trade certified artisan partnership
• Handmade verification
• Women Owned cooperative support
• Small Batch production
• Hand wash gently with mild soap and water
• Air dry completely before storing
• Avoid soaking or dishwasher use
• Store in dry location away from direct sunlight
• Natural material may show variations and gentle aging over time
Q: What materials are used in this serving tray?
A: The tray is handcrafted from locally gathered banana leaves and stalks by artisans in Rwanda.
Q: How many compartments does this tray have?
A: This divided serving tray features six individual sections, each measuring approximately 3.25" x 3.25".
Q: Is this tray dishwasher safe?
A: No, this natural banana leaf tray should be hand washed gently and air dried to preserve the material.
Q: What size foods work best in the compartments?
A: The 3.25" sections are perfect for nuts, olives, small appetizers, crackers, or individual portions of snacks.
Q: How does this purchase support artisans?
A: This tray is made by fair trade artisan cooperatives in Rwanda, providing meaningful income to rural families.
Q: Will each tray look exactly the same?
A: No, since each tray is handcrafted from natural materials, variations in color and texture make every piece unique.
Q: What is the overall size of this serving tray?
A: The tray measures approximately 12" x 8" x 4" and does not include handles for a clean, streamlined design.
THE EVER GOOD
The Maker’s Circle represents the heart of what we believe in. Our 10 guiding values reflect how we curate, connect, and celebrate the people behind the goods within our slow living community. These are the values our makers strive for.
- Slow Living Values – Purpose driven, intentional creation
- Transparent Sourcing – Honest origins and clear practices
- Safe Materials – Non toxic, body safe, and eco friendly
- Small Batch Crafted – Made in limited quantities with care
- Handmade Quality – Human touch and artisan skill in every detail
- Timeless Craftsmanship – Enduring beauty and thoughtful function
- Ethical Production – Fair labor and responsible practices
- Sustainable Practices – Respect for nature at every stage
- Positive Energy – Made with love, gratitude, and good intention
- Conscious Packaging – Minimal, recyclable, or biodegradable materials
Each item ships directly from the maker’s workshop or studio. You may receive multiple packages, each crafted and packed by the artisans themselves.
We want you to love what you ordered, but we understand returns happen. Most items can be returned within 30 days if unused and in original condition. Some makers have unique return policies, which we honor respectfully.
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