Nariku Imports

Nariku Imports Nariku Imports brings you authentic, globally sourced goods from artisans and craftspeople in Africa, India, Nepal and beyond.

Founded by Susan Olofson, Nariku Imports is a natural evolution of her personal and professional travel experiences, and commitment to bridging cultures. Through this international marketplace, people in small towns and villages can sell their products to more people so that they are able to earn a living without leaving their homes, pay for educating their children to continually improve their living conditions, and share the uniqueness and beauty of their culture with others in the world who may or may not be able to travel to meet them. The name Nariku was given to Susan by the Maasai elders and medicine people she has come to know in Kenya. It means a person who goes forth in advance of others to see what is there, and then comes back to lead them to good things. It is her hope to do this by sharing travels and treasures from around the world.

Today is the last day Nariku Imports is at the Rakkasah Festivals event, do not miss the opportunity to visit and suppor...
04/15/2018

Today is the last day Nariku Imports is at the Rakkasah Festivals event, do not miss the opportunity to visit and support women in the Maji Moto village in Kenya by visiting our booth and owing a piece or two of beautiful authentic Maasai jewelry. Today, Sunday from noon to 7pm.

Nariku Imports is waiting for all if you at Rakkasah this weekend, come visit, add some authentic Maasai jewelry to your collection and enjoy some great bellydancing shows here in Concord. 5298 Clayton Rd

Nariku Imports is waiting for all if you at Rakkasah this weekend, come visit, add some authentic Maasai jewelry to your...
04/14/2018

Nariku Imports is waiting for all if you at Rakkasah this weekend, come visit, add some authentic Maasai jewelry to your collection and enjoy some great bellydancing shows here in Concord. 5298 Clayton Rd

A quick look of some the beautiful pieces that just arrived from the Maji Moto village in Kenya and will be offered at R...
04/08/2018

A quick look of some the beautiful pieces that just arrived from the Maji Moto village in Kenya and will be offered at Rakkasah Festivals this coming weekend. Look for the our booth. Do not miss the chance to own authentic Maasai jewerly!. We will see you there.

Bring handmade ornaments from Kenya home for the holidays. Here’s a classic holiday ball with a new twist, crafted from ...
12/20/2012

Bring handmade ornaments from Kenya home for the holidays. Here’s a classic holiday ball with a new twist, crafted from layers of recycled flip flops collected from the shores of Kenya. These holiday balls brighten the season and help clean up the Earth for future seasons. $9 each - order today and we will get it to you by Christmas!

Do you have the flour and rolling pin out yet for holiday baking?  Spice up your time in the kitchen with these vibrant ...
11/17/2012

Do you have the flour and rolling pin out yet for holiday baking? Spice up your time in the kitchen with these vibrant Kenyan Kanga Aprons - $25 - Additionally, a wonderful gift for your Thanksgiving hostess. Check out the 3 different patterns.

Spice up your cooking with these vibrant Kenyan cloth aprons. The Yellow kanga cloth style includes the Swahili proverb that means

With a couple beaded bangles - you are ready to go!
10/30/2012

With a couple beaded bangles - you are ready to go!

Handmade in traditional Maasai style as the women have done in villages for generations. Sales of this item benefit the widows of Maji Moto Villag...

Bestseller of the month - hands down!
10/13/2012

Bestseller of the month - hands down!

Fly the Kenya flag colors with this traditional beaded band for men or women. Handmade in traditional Maasai style as the women have done in v...

10/05/2012

Just dropping off some beautiful Maasai beadwork

Discarded flip flops collected in the streets and oceans of Kenya to then become a fabulous flip flop bangle - bound to ...
08/17/2012

Discarded flip flops collected in the streets and oceans of Kenya to then become a fabulous flip flop bangle - bound to spice up any summer outfit. Only $15 - order online today!

From discarded flip flop to artsy fashion statement…these cushy oversized bangles in horizontal or vertical stripes are a fun accent to your wardro...

As we celebrate Maasai David Lekuta Rudisha in his breaking of the world record of the 800 meters at the London Olympics...
08/13/2012

As we celebrate Maasai David Lekuta Rudisha in his breaking of the world record of the 800 meters at the London Olympics - let us represent Kenyan and this collective joy with Nariku Import's best selling handmade bracelet:

Fly the Kenya flag colors with this traditional beaded band for men or women. Handmade in traditional Maasai style as the women have done in v...

Yellow Kanga Cloth Zip Bags are perfect to keep your purse in order.
05/09/2012

Yellow Kanga Cloth Zip Bags are perfect to keep your purse in order.

A perfectly zippered fully lined pouch for pencils, makeup…anything to store away neatly in your purse, backpack or desk. Created from brilliant ye...

Ready for a nourishing cleanser this spring?  Laavanya's  Luxury Himalayan Flower Yak Soap is deeply nourishing and suds...
04/26/2012

Ready for a nourishing cleanser this spring? Laavanya's
Luxury Himalayan Flower Yak Soap is deeply nourishing and suds up with a rich milky lather that leaves your skin glowing and hydrated. The perfect treat for your skin.

Soaps are handcrafted in Nepal, using the finest herbs and natural ingredients sourced from the sacred Himalayas. Each soap comes beautifully packa...

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Founded by Susan Deslauriel, Nariku Imports is a natural evolution of her personal and professional travel experiences, and commitment to bridging cultures. Through this international marketplace, people in small towns and villages can sell their products to more people so that they are able to earn a living without leaving their homes, pay for educating their children to continually improve their living conditions, and share the uniqueness and beauty of their culture with others in the world who may or may not be able to travel to meet them. The name Nariku was given to Susan by the Maasai elders and medicine people she has come to know in Kenya. It means a person who goes forth in advance of others to see what is there, and then comes back to lead them to good things. It is her hope to do this by sharing travels and treasures from around the world.