Artizanal Shop is the fair-trade brand of SHKIZH, a registered non-governmental, non-profit humanitarian organization founded in 2010. Because we are entirely not-for-profit, we have no corporate shareholders. Every single cent of surplus generated from your purchase is directly reinvested back into our mission: paying fair wages to our women artisans in Kukës, hosting capacity-building workshops, and funding direct aid, resources, and education for vulnerable children, orphans, and families living in extreme poverty across Albania.

Every single qilim (traditional rug) is meticulously handwoven on traditional looms by our community of women artisans in the Kukës region of Northern Albania. Through ArtZan.Al, SHKIZH provides these women with sustainable income, fair wages, networking opportunities, and targeted workshops. Your purchase directly fosters economic independence, elevates the status of women in rural areas, and keeps an endangered centuries-old Albanian craft alive.

Our signature mini qilims measure $48\text{ cm} \times 40\text{ cm}$ (excluding the natural-fiber fringe). Because of this versatile, compact size, they are perfect for modern spaces—especially for the diaspora looking to bring a piece of the homeland into their offices or apartments abroad. They work beautifully as elegant tabletop centerpieces, accent coverings for small furniture, or framed and hung on the wall as authentic Albanian textile art.

Yes, completely. Sustainability is at the core of our artisan community. We exclusively use locally sourced raw wool and organic cotton. The threads are colored using 100% natural, botanical plant dyes. Our traditional loom weaving is a low-impact production method that minimizes energy and water use, ensuring that every rug is an eco-friendly, non-toxic, and biodegradable addition to your home.

Absolutely. We love partnering with international NGOs, corporate sponsors, embassies, and diaspora organizations looking for meaningful, story-driven gifts or cultural decor. Whether you want a specific traditional motif or a bulk order of our $48\text{ cm} \times 40\text{ cm}$ mini rugs for an event, we can accommodate you. Please contact us directly at info@shkizh.org to discuss custom orders and partnership opportunities.