Collections and global products created so far through social businesses
The result of IKEA partnering with social businesses has always been a selection of affordable limited edition collections and products. These collections and products are key in keeping the IKEA offer exciting and unique. And with global products available throughout the year, items from a social business are always accessible at IKEA.
2021
For LOKALT we combine local up-and-coming designers with experienced local artisans from Jordan, Thailand and India to create a collection that focuses on socialising and celebrating. The collection is based on materials such as jute, banana fibres, cotton and stoneware.
2020
BOTANISK was a handmade collection made up of plant pots, baskets, paper pot maker, plant pot cover, tool bag – based on natural materials like banana fibre, jute, and cotton.
2020
Hand embroidered cushion covers MOAKAJSA and KLARAFINA use two different techniques. These global products are made in collaboration with Rangsutra in India, and are designed by Akanksha Deo.
2020
This hand-embroidered cushion cover from the TILLTALANDE collection, was made in collaboration with Jordan River Foundation, who work to create long-term livelihoods for female artisans in Jordan.
2019
Together with designer Martin Bergström, ANNANSTANS was produced with artisans in India, Romania, Thailand and Jordan; and ranged from scarves and bags, to ceramic bowls, banana-fibre baskets and more.
2019
With HANTVERK, Scandinavian handicraft tradition was mixed with new inspiration from around the world. The outcome was baskets, ceramics, textiles and more made by artisans in Thailand, India, Jordan and Romania.
2018
The INNEHÅLLSRIK collection was made from natural materials and showcases traditional handicraft, including banana fibre baskets, handwoven and hand embroidered blankets, towels and cushion covers. The collection was developed together with skilled a
2017
EFTERTANKE included hand woven textiles, hand-formed and finished pottery, and handmade paper products.
2017
HEMGJORD included hand embroidered and finished cushion covers, chair pads, table runners and hand-woven bags and pouffes in renewable banana fibre.
2017
TILLTALANDE was a collection of precious, hand-crafted textiles made in collaboration with Jordan River Foundation and women artisans, both Jordanian locals and refugees.
2017
For the production of the UTZ/Rainforest Alliance certified, single-origin PÅTÅR coffee, IKEA partnered with Ahlod Kawacom and their network of small farm holders in Uganda. The coffee is sold in IKEA stores globally.
2016
The FULLVIKTIG collection of woven textiles, pottery and handmade paper products was co-created by artisans in Thailand, using traditional handicraft techniques and local materials.
2016
The KRYDDAD collection, produced by artisans in India, focused on hand embroidered products such as cushion covers, chair pads and table runners; as well as woven products made from natural banana fibre.
2015
HEMTRAKT included textile products such as hand embroidered accessory bags, cushion covers, table runners and napkins, as well as products made of renewable banana fibre.
2015
The KRYDDGLAD limited edition collection included hand-woven banana fibre baskets, storageboxes, place mats and pouffes as well as handembroidered cushion covers, tablecloths, table runners and makeup bags.
2015
The STADIGT collection included hand-embroidered cushion covers and throws, hand-woven pouffes, cushions and storage boxes and baskets in natural banana fibres.
2015
Made with artisans from Doi Tung in Thailand, the VÄLBALANS collection included hand-formed ceramics and hand-woven textile. It also offered handmade paper products such as gift-boxes, notebooks and notecards.
2014
The INVERKAN collection offered pottery and textile pieces that include teacups, serving plates, bowls, candle holders, vases and hand-woven and hand-finished textile cushion covers and throws.
2014
Made with social entrepreneurs Rangsutra, India, the handmade MÅNGSIDIG collection included hand-embroidered cushion covers and baskets, seating cushions and pouffes in sustainable natural fibres.
2013
BEDRIVA was the very first IKEA social entrepreneur limited edition collection, made with local artisans from Doi Tung in northern Thailand. It offered handmade dinnerware and vases as well as hand-woven textiles.
2013
UPPTAGEN, FNITTRA and LYKTRANKA featured hand-embroidered textiles and baskets in natural fibres. The collection was created in collaboration with Industree Producer Transform and Swaayam Kala in India.
2013
VERKAN featured handmade products such as plates, bowls, vases, throws and cushion covers. The collection was made with local artisans from Doi Tung in northern Thailand.