Saturday, September 18, 2010

annie O. in ECO FASHION WORLD... the top eco fashion site!


"annie O. boutique presents gorgeous accessories hand crafted by members of a women's cooperative in Peru. Founder, Annie O. Waterman collaborates with a group of 90 women who incorporate their traditional weaving techniques into the creation of every item. In Waterman’s travels to Peru, she gains inspiration from the traditional embroidery and textiles, and translates the inspiration into the creation of a contemporary line of belts, clutches, horn cuffs, alpaca shawls, and other one-of-a-kind wares. In turn, the work provided by this project, empowers the women of the coop to thrive by using their skills, ultimately resulting in a positive change for their lives and the lives of their families.
annie O. boutique represents a link from the artisan groups to the marketplace, while ensuring fair trade practices are in place. Happy people creating unique and beautiful accessories then passing the made-with-love items on to you…
Check out the online boutique now for a POST SUMMER SALE where you may take 25% off all annie O. boutique accessories for a limited time and take advantage of Free Shipping on orders over $130!"

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Elephant Journal Writes Product Review on annie O!


"Annie O’s belts and bags are like embroidered jewel work. They are hand-crafted in Peru and support a women’s cooperative there. Annie O. works directly with these women to create modern accessories, and the belts and clutch bags use bright traditional designs — for example, cheerful pink flowers on turquoise, or multicolored flowers on a brown background — and all for a good cause! So feel stylish and distinctive while helping other women in the Southern Hemisphere!"- Linda Lewis

Monday, September 6, 2010

Other ways to wear those beautiful embroidered belts...






Casual, elegant, everyday, an evening out... Over a black dress, summer dress, or long tunic.. you pick!

annie O. in the everyday.....




Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Colors of Fall...




Spice up your outfit with an annie O. embroidered belt! Made with lots of love!

Thursday, August 26, 2010

annie O. in the Daily Camera!


"Sales from Boulder's annie O. boutique aid Peru"
Company parters with co-op helping domestic violence victims~

annie O. was featured in Women's Adventure Magazine


"Inspiration in Peru"

annie O. in Treehugger!



"Eco fashion supports handcrafts made by women of domestic violence."

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

"annie O." now has colorful cards for sale!






Colors of Peru~
Set of 5 Colorful Cards
5x7, Folded, Blank Inside
Price: $14

Photos Taken By Annie Waterman

Monday, August 2, 2010

annie O. in Hand Eye Magazine!


The Preservation of Maithil Paintings

“Empowerment through tradition,” a slogan which rings true at the Janakpur Women’s Development Center (JWDC) in Southern Nepal. It is a foundation such as this which has preserved ancient Maithil paintings, rooted in traditions that women have passed down for generations. Thanks to the generosity from various donors and small grants, the JWDC has grown and flourished over the decade and has made Janakpur famous for its colorful paintings on paper.

Click this tab to read more about the work annie O. is doing with a women's cooperative in Nepal!

annie O. 2010 Collection














Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Build A Nest

Nest is talking about annie O! Check out this inspiring site... focusing on artists which lead communities out of poverty~

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

A win win situation

Female artisan groups in Janakpur, Nepal, find support through annie O, a socially responsible business owned by Annie Waterman and based in Boulder, CO.

Sunday, July 4, 2010

Sunday, June 27, 2010

http://www.pitchengine.com/museumofinternationalfolkart/empowering-women/68543/

Saturday, June 26, 2010

SUMMER SALE!


All Alpaca Shawls are 15% off until July 5th!
One of a kind
Hand woven
100% Alpaca
Available in Cream or black!

Email annieoboutique@gmail.com for ordering details!

Thank you!
-Annie

Monday, June 21, 2010

Sunday, June 20, 2010

The Janakpur Bird Belt



The Janakpur Bird Belt
Limited Number of Pieces
One of a kind
100% pure silver buckle with dark leather belt strap
With Antique Turqouise
Supporting families of the untouchable caste in the outskirts of Kathmandu, Nepal

A peak on annie O's new Nepal Collection!




Sita Scarves:
Hand Sewn
Available in: Eggplant, Dark Turquoise, Grey
Using high quality Swiss dyes and cotton
Entirely made by hand, working with women seamstresses in Kathmandu, Nepal

Pema Bag:
Fabric is 100% hand woven by a women's cooperative in Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey, Unique Pleating at the Bottom
Sewn by women seamstresses in Kathmandu