Siw Thai Silk

About Siw Thai Silk

Siw Thai Silk works with village artisans in Thailand to design and manufacture an elegant, eco-friendly line of handcrafted home and personal accessories by blending its modern aesthetic with time-honored weaving and handcraft techniques, following fair trade practices. The home collection includes pillows, throws, tabletop, and wall hangings, all of which are hand-woven with silk, water hyacinth, and other natural fibers. Under our My Thai Treasures brand, the personal accessories and gift collection includes hand-woven silk scarves, jewelry, and handbags.

We're very excited to note that our values are becoming more mainstream and important to consumers. B Corporation is an important part of this movement and will help spread the word and create the community that encourages the full development of all this potential.

Started in 2001, Siw Thai Silk is proud to be part of a global movement committed to environmental sustainability and fair trade practices. The company honors Thailand's ancient weaving and handcraft traditions and supports the local artisans' goal to sustain self-sufficiency. With every Siw Thai Silk purchase, you will directly support and help to empower village women and their families in Thailand.

The Change We Seek®

Siw Thai Silk's mission is to encourage the continuation of the superb weaving and craft skills in Thai villages, which helps them improve their lives while maintaining their traditions. The company operates under fair trade practices, which include living wages, natural or low impact synthetic dyes, concern for their environment, and respect for their rural lifestyle in a rice farming region.

Founding B Corporation

Siw Thai Silk

  • Industry: Housewares, Home Furnishings & Accessories
  • Product/Services: pillows, throws, scarves, tabletop, wall hangings
  • Location: Yardley, PA
  • http://www.siwthaisilk.com

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Summary:

Certified: December 2007
  Points Earned % Points Available
Accountability » 9.3 93%
Employees » 8.8 22%
Consumers » 5.1 15%
Community » 73.2 81%
Environment » 18.3 61%
Composite B Score 114.7
  • >80 out of 200 is eligible for certification
  • >60% points available = Area of excellence

Highlights:

From B Impact Assessment

Environment: >75% recycled office supplies; >5% renewable energy

Community: >25% of suppliers are located in low-income communities; actively recruit miniority-owned suppliers; >10% of net profits given to charitable organizations; employees allowed time off for community service

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