F.A.Q.

Where are your products made?

All our products are made by hand in small crafting towns dotting the Andes of Ecuador. While living in Ecuador ourselves (for 4 years) we met and worked with master artisans who are preserving centuries old crafts making traditions. This is such a great opportunity to own a product with so much history, so much care surrounding it, and so much love... Yes, this whole shop was created to help bring some more love into your life and into the world! 

Are your products Fair-Trade?

We are not "certified" ourselves as a Fair-Trade company (as it's a complicated application process at this stage.) But we have partnered with a Certified Fair Trade specialist in Ecuador who has guided us towards approved artisan co-ops. We are paying prices that meet criteria for Fair Trade qualifications and help the artisans to have a living wage.

Do you have large quantities?

Most all of our items have been Limited Edition and are nearly sold-out. Though we continually restock our Self-Care Sweater, due to its popularity. These sweaters are reordered with small batches. 

Is it possible to buy items at wholesale?

Yes! We have the capacity to do that and would be thrilled to work with you. Please write us at hello@shopaboutlove.com. 

Are your products eco-friendly?

Yes! We care deeply about being environmentally responsible and are taking actions in our business to stay true to that. 

• All of our items are made from natural, biodegradable materials such as Sheep's Wool, Alpaca Wool, Toquilla Palm Leaf, Wood, Cotton, Glass, and Leather.
• We use eco-friendly packaging to send the items to our customers. 

Why are most of your artisans women? 

Women are often the ones organizing and forming co-ops to carry out much of the craft making in Ecuador. As a company, we're thankful to support so many female artisans and business owners with fair prices as women continue to fight for equal pay and opportunities across the globe. 

Where were your items photographed?

Near Brooklyn, at Fort Tilden beach. Our wonderful design team took our vision and did our photography, logo, branding, casting, and website.

What roles do you each play in the business?

Mara has custom designed or curated all of the items in the shop and loves the creative outlet. Her style has developed from nearly two decades of living in the creative center of Brooklyn and also from traveling to many parts of the world + owning a previous clothing line. All of the Shop About Love pieces are ones she loves to own and use herself. 

Danny helps with the technical side of our designs and business. He builds models, diagrams, spreadsheets, and tech sheets to present to our artisans and customs team. All in Spanish. 

We both divide and conquer to carry out all the other aspects of the business, along with our Artisan Co-ops and Shop Manager in Ecuador and our Design Team and Shipping Manager in Brooklyn. 

Any other questions? We'd love to hear from you! Write us at hello@shopaboutlove.com.