Warmth, crafted by hands that believe in it
Handmade botanical sun prints by women building their own future. Every piece is one of a kind.
Explore our projectsWhat Helia is
Helia is a nonprofit social enterprise. Women we work with, each shaping her own path, hand-make one-of-a-kind crafts that carry warmth and beauty into the world. Every sale pays its maker, keeps the work going, and gives back to her community.
Cyanotypes
Our first collection: cyanotype prints — plants placed on treated paper and developed by the sun itself.
Fabric prints
Botanical prints on fabric, set with alum and finished with small stitches. Made by mothers in China raising children with special needs, each stitch carrying the maker's mark.
The journey of a piece
A plant is gathered
A maker turns it into a print
The maker leaves her mark
It begins its journey with a unique ID
You can follow its whole journey
Where the money goes
Every sale is shared three ways:
- The makers
- Continuing the work
- Local charities in the makers' communities
Helia is registering as a Dutch foundation and is working toward ANBI (recognized charity) status.