Annie Waterman in Tunisia on a scouting trip

Annie O. Waterman in Tunisia on a scouting trip

Founder Annie O. Waterman has spent the past 16 years traveling the globe, working to build relationships between artisan suppliers and retailers.

Annie lives a life in motion, continuously traveling to far-flung destinations to connect with new makers on the ground to discover unique handmade sources. Annie aims to bring buyers the fresh, soulful, and competitive goods that are often so difficult to track down.

Annie believes in the positive impact connecting artists and buyers can have. These connections help preserve vulnerable craft industries, stimulate economic livelihoods, foster sustainable practices, and make businesses more human-centered.

Allow Annie of AOW Handmade to provide you with a personalized sourcing experience.

Annie works with vendors based on four key criteria to bring the best options to you: 1) efficient email communication, 2) hassle-free ordering, 3) a strong social or environmental ethos, and 4) exceptional design and quality. We consider all these aspects crucial when introducing qualified vendors to you.

AOW believes in creating a one-on-one personalized sourcing experience, offering high-quality, carefully hand-selected products for your shop.

AOW Handmade's service portfolio includes curation, artisan sourcing, consulting, mentoring, sourcing reports, and bespoke sourcing itineraries, all aimed at simplifying your sourcing experience and inspiring your buying team.