Got Laos

Artisan: Got Laos

Peter Whittlesey and his wife Bai live in Sacramento, CA, where they co-founded Laos Essential Artistry ten years ago to support Lao weavers. Bai grew up in a family of weavers in Laos, and for several years, Bai’s sister, Bouasai, wove part-time for Taykeo Textile Gallery while attending the National University in the capitol of Vientiane. Peter and Bai believe that Lao’s female weavers are true artisans and unsung heroes in the struggle to keep Lao cultural traditions alive. Laos Essential Artistry is devoted to promoting their gorgeous textiles worldwide.

Peter Whittlesey and his wife Bai live in Sacramento, CA, where they co-founded Laos Essential Artistry ten years ago to support Lao weavers.

Read more about Peter and Got Laos in the Journal.

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