ABOUT US
Who We Are.
This is us in a nutshell.
We offer ethically crafted blankets, throws, and leather accessories, created in partnership with artisans from Ecuador, Peru, Turkey, and beyond. Each piece bridges cultural gaps and enriches our customers' lives with its cultural depth, enhancing their spaces and most treasured moments. We partner with artisans that craft their products in healthy environments and make efforts in using recycled fabrics or eco-friendly dyes when possible.
OUR STORY
HOW IT ALL BEGAN...
Every remarkable journey begins with a first step.
Our journey began when Raul, a passionate entrepreneur from Quito, Ecuador, and I, Kirsten, from a small town in Kearney, Nebraska with a love for travel, crossed paths in Ecuador during my volunteer work.
As our bond grew, I discovered the vibrant world of Otavalo’s Indigenous artisans through Raul. He introduced me to his admiration for the stunning textiles made by Indigenous artisans from Otavalo, nestled in the highlands of Ecuador. Our first blanket purchase together marked the start of something more significant than we ever imagined.
EMPOWERING & HONORING
Touch. Feel. Experience.
Inspired by their craftsmanship, we founded Beyond Borders Collective in 2017. Every product is created to empower and honor the hard work these artisans from around the world put into creating their products and the value that they bring to the final customer, as well as bridging the gap between cultures.
We believe that it’s all about the simple things and our desire is for everyone to experience the quality and value of each product and the people behind it.
Together, we are bringing a touch of culture, a feeling of home wherever we are, and the experience of empowering others.
THEIR SENTIMENTAL VALUE
More than just a blanket or throw.
Over time, these blankets have become a sentimental part of our story, accompanying us on countless adventures and adding warmth and beauty to our most meaningful moments from our first date rooftop picnic to our engagement day on the same rooftop, anniversary picnic dates, and many cozy movie nights.
These blankets have woven themselves into the fabric of our lives, representing the warmth and connection we embrace between the different cultures we share as a family and now, with the world, through Beyond Borders Collective.
The first memory with #MyBBblanket... Our first date on a rooftop overlooking Quito with a picnic.
Decor that inspires
“...creating connections that make
your home a special place.”
From the moment we started Beyond Borders Collective, we’ve aimed to inspire the same sense of connection and cultural richness into every dwelling we touch through our artisan-crafted products.
As a couple passionate about travel and intentionally adorning our nest with pieces that reflect our journey, we appreciate the power of creating an environment filled with meaningful items and have discovered that the most cherished pieces are those with a story behind them. In our abode, we’ve always sought decor that narrates a story—Raul and I treasure the warmth of artisan-made blankets, throws, and art, each one a reminder of the places we’ve explored, the connections we’ve made, or the people we've encountered.
We know that our artisan-created blankets and throws can offer the same for you, adding a unique charm to your space, a meaningful statement piece with a story, and fostering connections that make your sanctuary a special place.
How Each blanket is made in ecuador
WHAT SEPARATES US FROM THE AVERAGE BLANKET OR THROW?
OUR MISSION
To offer ethically crafted, sustainable products that empower artisans and positively impact their lives and communities.
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At Beyond Borders Collective, we love working with journalists worldwide to share our inspiring story and showcase our beautiful artisan-made products. If you’re a media professional and want to connect, please contact partnerships@beyondborderscollective.com.
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