Why We Stand With Ana by Karma
Empowering Women, Preserving Craft, Creating Change
At César & Cruz, we’ve always believed that beauty means more when rooted in purpose. That’s why we’re proud to support Ana by Karma, a remarkable social enterprise built on dignity, compassion, and the quiet power of craftsmanship.
Founded in Bhutan by Quin Thong, Ana by Karma provides women, many of whom lack formal education or employment, with the tools to build a better future through handwoven textiles. Each piece they create carries not just aesthetic beauty but a deeper story of resilience, hope, and independence.
We see this as more than charity, it’s about partnership. It’s about choosing to connect with the hands and hearts behind what we bring into our homes.
When my former colleague Quin Thong talked about the social enterprise, Ana by Karma, I was instantly drawn to the integrity behind their mission:
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Empowering women to earn a stable income
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Preserving traditional skills that are at risk of disappearing
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Investing profits directly back into the community through education and support
Their impact is real, measurable, and profoundly human, and we want to support businesses like this.
What This Means to Us:
We don’t believe in empty luxury. Every candle, spritz, or scent we create at César & Cruz is designed to enhance well-being, and we want that well-being to extend beyond the walls of our homes. Supporting Ana by Karma allows us to align our values with action.
This partnership is a reminder that thoughtful living can and should include thoughtful giving.
A Scarf with a Story
When you shop our curated collaborations with Ana by Karma, you’re not just treating yourself-you ’re helping a woman in Bhutan support her family, send her children to school, and preserve her culture.
That’s what we call a beautiful exchange.
As founder, Quin Thong often reminds us with Mother Teresa’s words: ‘Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love.’ That’s the spirit behind Ana by Karma handwoven scarves that empower women.
Please visit their website to read more about their story and see the inspiring stories.
