The Blog

A Brief History of African Textiles: Wax Print

Two years into running Expedition Subsahara, I have learned an incredible amount about African textiles, sourcing and origins. One thing I was surprised — or actually...

Is Confidence Cultural?

A few months ago, I was invited to be a part of Lark Skin Co.’s Campaign for Confidence. It was a really cool experience that allowed me to connect with women from al...

Authentic African Beadwork

Africa is a continent known for its beautiful, elaborate beadwork, particularly in jewelry, but the intricate practice also is put to use in creating home decor and t...

Where She Creates: Shell Enste

To Shell Enste, who has built a newborn and family photography business bearing her name, there’s nothing more satisfying than creating the perfect image of a newbor...

Where She Creates: Raquita Henderson

Walking into Pinxit, the South City St. Louis lifestyle, wedding and portrait photography studio of Raquita Henderson, one might first be enveloped by the scent. Wheth...

Tribal Markings, a Dying African Art Form

“Scarification.” If I’m being honest, I’ve always hated that word. To me, it’s a bad and almost disrespectful way to describe the beautiful and ancient ritual of trib...

A Brief History of African Mud Cloth Fabric

We get a lot of questions about the African textiles that are used for our goods. In Africa, the cloths and woven fabrics used for living are as traditional as basket...

Three ways to add a woven touch to your bedroom

Forget the brown and grey wicker baskets of the past. We think that baskets should be a bold, colorful solution to your life’s clutter. Baskets shouldn't only be con...

The "Poor African" Narrative

I’ve been asked over and over why I don’t show the faces of the artisans who make Expedition Subsahara products. For me, the reason is deeply personal, but I've decide...

Store Open At The Foundry Art Center

We are excited to announce that the Expedition Subsahara studio is officially open! Come see us and shop the goods at the Foundry Art Center. And if you're local t...

3 Ways To Add Global Style To Your Home

Sometimes, just a little of something can add a lot of personality, style and energy to a space. That’s the case with Expedition Subsahara baskets. A piece here and t...

Why Sustainable Fashion Is Important

While the numbers vary according to exactly what statistic you’re looking at, there’s no way to get around the fact that the fashion industry is a huge cause of pollut...