Talking Fair Trade with Founder Monique and the importance of continued support to Africa
The Coastal Drift business has been built with the core purpose of highlighting and supporting Africa’s traditional artisan talents to...
Coastal Drift Diary
Welcome to the Coastal Drift diary, a place where we chronicle details about the business, our products, and how you can introduce natural fibres, texture and handmade pieces into your space to make it the most soulful it possibly can be. Read on to find out more...
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Monique Ryan-Musacchio
- Nov 29, 2021
- 4 min
Our handmade and natural Christmas Gift Guide
After what's been a tumultuous two years, this year more than ever we are striving to keep things meaningful, natural and sustainable....
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Monique Ryan-Musacchio
- Nov 8, 2021
- 3 min
How to care for your Malawi Cane pieces
Cane furniture adds natural warmth, texture and substance to any space. A feel that is hard to achieve with other pieces or materials....
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Monique Ryan-Musacchio
- Oct 19, 2021
- 3 min
A conversation with Monique on the artisans behind Coastal Drift
“Growing up in Malawi in east Africa, I was inspired to connect the talented craftspeople of my birth country with the global markets...
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Monique Ryan-Musacchio
- Oct 6, 2021
- 3 min
How our textiles are hand-printed in Zambia
There is something really special in knowing that the textiles and furnishings in your home have been lovingly designed and created by...
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Monique Ryan-Musacchio
- Aug 31, 2021
- 2 min
How to know if your Malawi Chair is the real deal
The iconic Malawi Chair has become a distinctive, well-known design around the world. Originally designed in Malawi, Africa, the striking...
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Monique Ryan-Musacchio
- Aug 4, 2021
- 3 min
Choosing the right seat cushion for your Malawi Cane chair
One question we are often asked is “Should I buy a seat pad cushion? Do I really need it?” While Malawi Cane pieces look beautiful with...
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Monique Ryan-Musacchio
- Jul 6, 2021
- 2 min
How to create a Binga Basket Wall
Creating a Binga Basket Wall is a great way to show off the handmade beauty of Binga Baskets. Binga Baskets are made using natural...
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Monique Ryan-Musacchio
- Feb 4, 2021
- 3 min
The beautiful natural fibres we use
All of our pieces are created with natural fibres and materials, using locally sourced and renewable resources. Our products – whether a...
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