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Ayebea's Sankofa Marketplace

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Ayebea's Sankofa Marketplace

I am a storyteller, educator, and advocate for preserving and sharing the rich heritage of Ghana.

07/29/2025

Bold. Rooted. One of a kind.

Our Echoes of Fulani necklace by Fair Trade Partner Fulera is a stunning fusion of brass, recycled horn, and Krobo-inspired beadwork, each piece handmade with heritage in mind. Wear it with pride.

Shop now to support women artisans in Ghana.

07/28/2025

Stone and Story by

Unique, with textures and tones that speak to the beauty of handmade work.

Why we love it:

Handcrafted in Ghana using recycled and natural materials

Fair Trade – your purchase supports Fulera’s work empowering women and youth in her community.

It is lightweight and easy to wear, but it makes a bold statement.

07/26/2025

The aunties of don’t just make this shea butter. They cook with it, too. That’s how much they believe in its purity. Unadulterated. Handmade. Powerful.

Your skin deserves the same level of care. This butter deeply moisturizes, soothes irritation, and restores your natural glow. Indulge your skin in what’s real. Treat your skin to our natural shea butter today!

https://sankofamarket.place/search?q=shea+butter

Pictured: I enjoyed Zomkoom, which was made with shea butter and millet as a welcome drink and Tubaani or gaare, which is made from beans and bean leaves and dipped in seasoned shea butter oil. A truly amazing experience!

07/24/2025

Introducing Krobo Kaleidoscope Bracelets. A collection of bracelets with a bold mix of recycled glass Krobo beads, chevron beads, and a hand-painted Adinkra symbol bead, bringing layers of meaning and beauty to your everyday style.

These handcrafted pieces are made by our Fair Trade Partner, Vida Akpetiyo Narh, in the heart of Krobo, where bead-making is more than just a craft. It’s a cultural
legacy.

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07/13/2025

Today, we paid a visit to the aunties of our basket weaving community in Ayebase. It was such a joy to finally meet these incredible women in person, each one a master of her craft, full of wisdom, humor, and resilience.

We sat under the mango tree, learned about their lives and artistry, shared stories, and of course… I even tried weaving a basket myself (let’s just say I’ll leave it to the pros—but I’m keeping mine as a souvenir 😅).

This is what fair trade is about, connection, culture, and community. Stay tuned for more from our journey home and our visits with the amazing makers behind our marketplace.

A huge thanks to Yaye , Shea Village, Abdul Majhid, and all the amazing women for the beautiful and warm northern welcome! We all truly enjoyed our visit and look forward to doing it all over again!

07/12/2025

A beautiful day in Bolgatanga and Navrongo connecting with the incredible artisans behind our work.

We visited our mudcloth supplier and spent time with our shea butter village family—sharing stories, laughter, and purpose.

Tomorrow, we head to meet our talented basket weavers. Get ready to meet the hands and hearts behind our Fair Trade creations. More to come!

07/11/2025

A colorful day well spent! 🇬🇭 The girls and I paid a visit to our trusted fabric plug, Sister Afia, and handpicked some gorgeous prints for upcoming creations.

We couldn’t leave without grabbing some exfoliating net sponges (you know the real ones know 👀), then took a walk through history at the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, a moment of pride, reflection, and deep connection.

From markets to monuments, Ghana continues to gift us beauty in every form, and we embrace it all!🙌🏿

07/10/2025

We spent a beautiful day with our Fair Trade Partner, Fulera Seidu of Winamzua Creative Hive, learning more about her creative process, her commitment to empowering women and youth through skills training, and the ripple effect of Fair Trade in her community.

Every purchase made through our partnership directly supports these life-changing initiatives.

Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes stories that show how your support makes a real impact.

07/07/2025

A truly unforgettable shopping experience! Our guests had the joy of connecting directly with the talented Fair Trade Partners of Ayebea’s Sankofa Marketplace at the vibrant Winamzua Creative Hive. From woven Bolga baskets to handcrafted jewelry and natural wellness products, every piece tells a story of tradition, skill, and empowerment.

This wasn’t just shopping, it was a celebration of culture, sustainability, and meaningful connection. Thank you to our artisans for sharing your craft, your passion, and your purpose. And thank you to our guests for choosing to shop with impact. Every purchase uplifts communities and preserves heritage.

When you buy Fair Trade, you’re not just buying a product, you’re investing in people.

06/17/2025

Important Update from Ayebea’s Sankofa Marketplace

We’re adjusting our weekend hours at Yorktown Center from June 20 – July 20 as we visit our Fair Trade Partners in Ghana this summer. This journey helps us strengthen the connections behind every handcrafted item we bring to you.

You can still shop online for delivery or pickup.
Need something urgently? Give us a call!

Thank you for supporting ethical, meaningful trade. We’ll be back to our regular schedule on July 26! 💛

06/13/2025

✨BIG NEWS✨
Our handcrafted Raw Shea Butter Black Soap by our Fair Trade partner Winamzua Natural Lifestyle just made it into the Chicago Fair Trade shop at the Andersonville Galleria! 🙌🏿

This isn’t just any soap, it’s the TRUTH! Made in Ghana with cocoa pod ash, coconut oil, and pure unrefined shea butter, it’s been called “THE BEST black soap” by customers who know quality. 🙌🏿🙌🏿

Ready to experience it for yourself? You can now shop our black soap at these locations:

🛍️ Online
www.sankofamarket.place

🛍️ Yorktown Mall Kiosk (Ayebea’s Sankofa Marketplace)
203 Yorktown Center, Lombard, IL 60148

🛍️ The Chicago Fair Trade
Andersonville Galleria
5247 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640

🛍️ Painted Tree Boutique - Bloomingdale
412 W Army Trail Rd, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Booth F8

04/16/2025

At Ayebea’s Sankofa Marketplace, we believe giving back is at the heart of everything we do.

From now until Mother’s Day, 100% of proceeds from every handmade Ankara fan sold; both online and in-store will go toward helping Leila reach her goal of providing sustainable, reusable period kits to girls in Mampong, Ghana.

Each fan you purchase will directly sponsor one girl, giving her the confidence, dignity, and support she deserves to stay in school and feel proud of who she is.

These fans aren’t just beautifully handcrafted by our Fair Trade artisan partner in Ghana, they're sustainable, stylish, and perfect for Mother’s Day.
This is the gift that keeps giving.

Give a gift with impact.
Support a girl.
Be part of the change.

Shop online today!
https://sankofamarket.place/collections/fans

Learn more about the project here:
https://sites.google.com/jerknwaisted.com/periods-with-dignity/home

Address

Lombard, IL

Opening Hours

Friday	6pm - 8pm
Saturday	10am - 9pm
Sunday	11am - 6pm

Telephone

+13312182909

Website

https://sankofamarket.place/

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