CTC’s Mola Shop: Crafted by Women, Inspired by the Ocean

At the CTC Center for Marine Conservation, sustainability meets storytelling. A curated collection of handmade products highlights the work of inspiring women-led communities who transform creativity into livelihoods and ocean inspiration into everyday essentials.

From Batik Waste to Beautiful Purpose
Remi Bali Toys gives new life to batik fabric offcuts by turning them into stylish tote bags. Crafted by women artisans in Gianyar, each piece helps reduce textile waste while preserving traditional craftsmanship. The initiative also provides sustainable income for local women and supports an orphanage in Bali, making every bag a purchase with real impact.

Handmade Pieces with Life-Changing Impact
Through Ragam Bali Foundation, crochet becomes more than a craft. It becomes an opportunity. This Bali-based initiative empowers women, including housewives and former construction workers, to build income and independence through handmade crochet keychains. Each small creation represents resilience, skill, and a growing community of empowered women.

Ocean-Inspired Sustainable Living
Mon Trésor de M creates eco-friendly handmade products that support women’s livelihoods at home. Their exclusive collection for Mola Shop features ocean-themed designs inspired by traditional Japanese patterns. The collection includes beeswax wraps, tote bags, scrunchies, and pouches made from upcycled and sustainable materials that support mindful, everyday living.

These unique creations are available at the CTC Center for Marine Conservation in Sanur, Bali. Every purchase supports women artisans, strengthens local communities, and helps promote a more sustainable future, one handmade product at a time.

Writer: Kayla Azzahra
Photos: Kayla Azzahra/CTC, Adam Putra/CTC, Ragam Bali Foundation, Mon Trésor de M, Remi Bali Toys