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Monday 9am - 6pm Tuesday 9am - 6pm Wednesday 9am - 6pm Thursday 9am - 6pm Friday 9am - 6pm

Work+Shelter

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WORK+SHELTER is an eco-conscious production center in Delhi, India that pays women who are in need a fair wage.

Our goal is to support women in-need in India by holistically addressing their needs. Foundationally, our social enterprise provides them with fair paid work in an environment where they feel happy, healthy, inspired and most importantly supported. Our non-profit provides the opportunity to plan diversified activities such as awareness creation, capacity building, skill development, and sustainable livelihood. The money raised directly funds events that emphasize the importance of the health, well-being + education of women. To learn more about our non-profit you can visit https://workshelter.org/

09/22/2026

Custom webbing? That's a detail that can really make a product your own. When you need heavy-duty straps on an apron or reinforced handles for your tote that can carry serious weight without fraying, webbing is the structural workhorse we rely on.

Ours is woven from 100% organic cotton and serves as a completely blank canvas for your brand's finishing touches. Because we make everything to order, your webbing and other small details can work for you instead of being an afterthought:

Dyed-to-Match: Match your exact Pantone colors

Embroidered: A highly textured, premium finish

09/16/2026

Loved partnering with to create 480 custom crewnecks for their EMBA Global Networking Week!

This one was extra special because our Founder & CEO, Theresa, is currently in the program. Seeing her classmates rock these shirts IRL was a great reminder of why we do what we do.

09/15/2026

We recently partnered with .newyork to create a beautiful tote for their 10th anniversary. They chose our Downtown Bag in natural canvas, featuring a unique detail: their artwork screenprinted directly along the handle.

The Downtown Bag is engineered for heavy daily use, making it a perfect commemorative piece that their patrons can actually use every day:

Durable Construction: Made from 12oz 100% organic cotton canvas with reinforced straps stitched all the way down the body for maximum strength.

High Capacity: A generous 7" gusset provides the structure and space needed to haul just about anything.

Smart Organization: Designed with an easy-access front pocket and a dedicated interior pocket perfectly sized for a water bottle.

Beautifully crafted by our production team and built to last. Happy 10th anniversary to the team at King!

09/08/2026

If you’re looking to upgrade your bookstore’s merch, our book bag is designed this with the reader in mind:
Sturdy 12oz 100% organic cotton canvas can handle a book haul

Two front pockets for easy access to keys, a phone, or latest paperback find

Self-fabric handles cut at the perfect length to comfortably throw over a shoulder

The Book Bag can be fully customized dyed-to-match to your brand colors. And decorated with your artwork via screen print, digital print, or embroidery. Plus, every bag is ethically crafted by the skilled women at our production center.

09/01/2026

Have you ever actually thought about zippers?

It’s one of those tiny finishing details that's easily overlook, but we think about it a lot. The right zipper can completely elevate the look and feel of a piece of merch.

Because we care about longevity, we strictly use YKK zippers (the absolute industry gold standard for durability). It’s a seemingly small detail, but it’s the kind of thing we think about so you don't have to.

08/27/2026

Our custom aprons are made from 12oz 100% Organic Cotton Canvas that is built for the wear and tear of the hospitality industry.

Pictured here is our 3-pocket option, but because we make everything custom, we can adjust the pockets to fit exactly what your team needs or remove them entirely for a sleek, minimal look.

The Specs:
✔️ 12oz 100% Organic Cotton Canvas
✔️ Organic cotton webbing
✔️ Fully customizable with your desired Pantones, dyed-to-match webbing, embroidery, or screen printing

Beautifully made by the skilled women at our production center. Reach out for a quote to start designing the perfect aprons for your team!

08/04/2026

Did you know we have two versions of the classic Chore Coat?

The French Chore Coat: Featuring a relaxed shawl collar and classic patch pockets.
The Café Chore Coat: Featuring a sharp, classic collar and mismatched pockets.

We know these garments have to work as hard as you and your staff do. Both versions are designed to hold up to the realities of a busy environment, and yes, the pockets are still sized to hold a Toast card reader.

These photos were captured during our team’s recent work excursion to Neemrana Fort in Rajasthan, India. Built directly into a hillside in the 15th century, the fort's stunning tiered architecture provided the perfect historic backdrop for pieces designed to stand the test of time.

07/28/2026

Congratulations to our client .w**e, New York w**e bar and restaurant in Chinatown, on winning the 2026 James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant!

We’re proud to have worked with their team to create a custom w**e tote built to securely carry multiple bottles, with reinforced construction, interior bottle pockets, and strong self-fabric handles. A well-deserved win for an incredible team!

07/15/2026

Some highlights from the leadership team's visit to the 2026 Expo today!

Our Founder and CEO Theresa, Director Sunita, and Creative Lead Ashrit spent the day at the world's largest textile event. Between meeting with vendors, checking out the trend labs, and walking through the interactive innovation pavilions, it was a great opportunity to see the newest sustainability concepts emerging in the industry.

There is a lot of exciting momentum happening in India's textile landscape, and the team is looking forward to bringing some of these fresh, sustainable ideas back to our own production facility.

06/30/2026

A market bag that actually stands up on its own. Cut from 14oz-18oz heavy-duty organic cotton canvas, our 100 Year Bag is your go-to for grocery hauls.

This bag was made for utility: reinforced two-inch webbing handles secured with lead-free rivets, three interior pockets (including a bottle sleeve), and an exterior slip to keep your phone accessible.

It also provides a highly durable canvas for custom branding, like these bags we crafted for , featuring their logo embroidered right on the front pocket.

Address

Portland, OR

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm

Website

http://www.workshelter.co/

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