The Colour Bug

Located on Hunter Street - The Colour Bug - is a Newcastle based boutique curating quirky African fashion, recycled art & lifestyle products, lovingly handcrafted by the people of Africa. The idea is to support artisans and women collectives from different parts of Africa, thereby creating a base for skilled, sustainable employment within their communities, and keeping their art alive. We are keen on building long-term, authentic relationships with our artisans, and only work with those who share our vision of ethical, sustainable trade. Our product range includes- Clothing & accessories made from traditional African fabrics featuring bold colours & patterns- Recycled art sculptures made from discarded flip-flops- Hand-woven homeware, tableware and toys. Our products are independently designed & hand-crafted by artisans themselves & are often one-of-its-kind. Each product at The Colour Bug also comes with a little story of it maker. OUR VALUES We are all about- Creating unique experiences - Being passionate, bold and fun - Promoting culture & craftsmanship - Empowering independent artists and women collectives through fair trade & supply chain transparency - Leaving a lighter footprint on our environment by re-purposing & recycling our materials.