Sana Hastakala means "small handicrafts" in Nepali and they are dedicated to fostering the resurgence of traditional craft skills as well as applying modern techniques in order to generate income for under privileged craft producers who are mostly women.

Sana Hastakala was established in 1989 with the financial and technical support of UNICEF. A year later it achieved self sufficiency. It is registered as a Non profit sharing organization.

They are the founding member of Fair Trade Group Nepal (FTG) and member of the International Federation of Alternative Trade (IFAT).

The main objective of their organization is to meet the marketing requirements of handicraft producers who are mainly women and operating on a very small scale, usually from their homes.
Other Objectives Include:
To preserve Nepal's rich artistic skill and craft techniques
To promote the export of Nepalese handicrafts
To motivate handicraft producers and sponsor professional training workshops where appropriate
To promote handicrafts from different parts of the country, especially from areas of economic weakness.
To locate traditional handicrafts from all regions of Nepal and promote the upgraded version of the products.
To provide financial and technical support to craft producers if appropriate.
Sana Hastakala supply beautiful handmade felt slippers as well as crochet & knitted products.