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Celebrate the Joy of Christmas with Mekong Quilts: A Festive Guide thumbnail

Amidst the landscapes of Vietnam and Cambodia, Mekong Quilts shines as a symbol of sustainability in the world of traditional craftsmanship. Beyond the vibrant textiles and intricate patterns, the social enterprise weaves threads of environmental consciousness into every [...]

Mekong Quilts: Nurturing Nature, Stitching Sustainability thumbnail

  A group of quilters working on outdoor cushions with Scancom surplus fabrics By upcycling these fabrics, Mekong Quilts not only curtails waste but also underscores the harmonious coexistence of beauty and sustainability. This partnership not only breathes [...]

Mekong Quilts Welcomes September with Hope & Resilience thumbnail

As September dawns upon Mekong Quilts, our organisation finds itself at an interesting juncture in its journey. It’s a time when we look back at the challenges faced, appreciate the progress made, and eagerly anticipate the opportunities that [...]

The life and passion of a Mekong Quilts artisan thumbnail

Madam Hoàng Thị Vân Lan had never seen quilts before when Mekong Quilts first arrived in her village 17 years ago. And in fact, she did not see foreigners for a while after Vietnam’s reunification in 1975. “I [...]

Mekong Quilts back on track with rise in tourism thumbnail

With the reintroduction of a flagship store at 85 Pasteur, District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Quilts is once again back on track with its commitment to providing sustainable fabric work to underprivileged artisans in Vietnam [...]

10 unique Mekong Quilts souvenirs to take home from Vietnam thumbnail

With more than twenty years of experience working with underprivileged women in the Mekong Delta, Mekong Quilts’ mission is to provide sustainable fabric work for nimble-handed artisans while improving their family’s lives and helping their children stay in [...]