Ali Lamu turns old fishing nets and other items into art and handicrafts . The handmade creations are mostly made by old dhow sails , or ' tanga ' in Swahili . `` I said I think we should frame it and put in the shop of a friend of mine . '' The artisans paint thoughtful messages on the creations promoting love and peace . Visitors can purchase Ali Lamu 's offerings from a small boutique on the island or online .
Ali Lamu turns old fishing nets and other items into art and handicrafts . The handmade creations are mostly made by old dhow sails , or ' tanga ' in Swahili . The artisans paint thoughtful messages on the creations promoting love and peace . Visitors can purchase Ali Lamu 's offerings from a small boutique on the island or online .