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Rooted in Uganda. Crafted with purpose.

Founded from a passion for sustainable elegance and purposeful craftsmanship.

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A boxed gift set: bamboo notebook, bottle and pen
Who we are

Gifts that do more than impress

At Kristy Creatives, the home of “Bamboo by Kristy”, we believe corporate and personal gifts should do more than impress. They should create lasting impact.

We transform responsibly sourced bamboo into premium, handcrafted products that celebrate Ugandan artistry while empowering local artisans and protecting the environment. Every piece is thoughtfully designed to reflect quality, sustainability, and the beauty of our homeland.

Whether you’re looking for distinctive corporate gifts or timeless lifestyle creations, our bamboo collections help you express your values with elegance and confidence.

“I started Bamboo by Kristy from my love for creativity, Ugandan heritage, and sustainability. Through our bamboo products, we encourage tree planting, the growing of more bamboo, and support companies and communities on their sustainability journey towards a greener future.”

Dorothy Kristy, founder of Bamboo by Kristy

What we stand on

Our core values

Integrity

We operate with honesty, transparency, and accountability in everything we do. Our commitment to integrity ensures that every product we create and every promise we make is genuine and trustworthy.

Excellence

Excellence defines our standard. From raw bamboo selection to the final finish, we pay attention to every detail to deliver products that reflect superior craftsmanship, quality, and elegance.

Fear of God

Our values are rooted in faith. The fear of God guides our decisions, shapes our conduct, and inspires us to serve with humility, fairness, and respect in all our interactions.

Sustainability

More than just beautiful: each creation supports local artisans and creates lasting positive impact.

Two people looking at a phone in a bamboo forest
Round bamboo keyholders engraved for a safari company
Our story

Handcrafted with heart, purpose, and the true spirit of Uganda

Bamboo by Kristy was born from a master’s class inspired by a passion for tourism, creativity, and Ugandan culture. For many years, traditional African crafts have been the primary souvenirs offered to visitors coming to Uganda. While these crafts remain beautiful and meaningful, the vision behind Bamboo by Kristy was to create an alternative: something unique, modern, and memorable that still celebrates African identity.

The idea was simple: to offer guests and tourists another meaningful option they could take home as a reminder of their experience in Uganda. This led to the creation of handcrafted bamboo products that combine authenticity, elegance, and functionality.

What makes Bamboo by Kristy even more special is the ability to customize each craft with company branding and personal details. This transforms every piece into more than just a souvenir: it becomes a powerful marketing tool and a lasting memory for visitors, organizations, and businesses alike.

“Take a memory home with every bamboo gift we craft.”

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Out with Bamboo Uganda

Discover the beauty, creativity, and craftsmanship behind Bamboo by Kristy through some of the events, exhibitions, and partnerships we have proudly participated in alongside Bamboo Uganda.

Our partners

The organisations we have made for

Havy Tours
Mengo Senior School
Gorilla Leisure Lodge
Shell
PearlAfric Tours and Travel
Visit Moyo
Sanyu Babies’ Home
Ndere
Kaabong Resort
Rotary International
Churchill Safaris & Travel
Impala Credit
Kaara
Afrique Trails
Four Gorillas Lodge
Ibuth Safaris
Amabanda Bamboo Processing
Centenary Bank
Uganda Cultural Lodges
XenFi
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