mission

Estudio Haven is a marketplace that blends ethical craftsmanship with holistic empowerment. We partner with artisans to create high-quality pieces that honor tradition and embrace modern design. Through dignified work and faith-centered support, we empower women to dream beyond their circumstances and reach their full potential.

Empowering women to dream God-sized dreams and equipping them with the tools to achieve them.

our values

  • We are committed to open, honest communication about the materials we use, the wages we pay, and the process behind each product. By prioritizing transparency, we build trust and ensure our practices align with our values.

  • We believe that fair compensation starts with respect for the value of each artisan’s work. That’s why our artisan partners set their own prices based on how they feel their craftsmanship is valued. We empower them to determine what they believe their work is worth, ensuring they are paid fairly for their skill, time, and dedication.

  • Every piece we create honors centuries of tradition and is made with expert craftsmanship. We value the uniqueness and quality of each handmade item, never sacrificing integrity in favor of mass production.

  • We are dedicated to preserving the traditional crafts and techniques passed down through generations, ensuring that these time-honored skills continue to thrive in the modern world.

  • True transformation comes from empowering women spiritually, emotionally, and economically. We provide our artisan partners with entrepreneurial training, tools, and access to the global market, fostering creativity, confidence, and independence.

  • We work side-by-side with artisans as partners, valuing their voices, skills, and dreams. Through collaboration, we create long-term solutions that break cycles of limited opportunity, building stronger communities and a brighter future for all.

meet the team

Cassie van der Veen

Founder

Flory Licopol

Project Director

Cassie van der Veen

Founder and Director

In 2018, God placed Guatemala on my heart, and I felt a calling to empower women with big dreams but limited resources. After just one visit, I moved to Antigua in January 2020. For five years, I dreamed, planned, and waited — committed to creating a brand rooted in intention, integrity, and the right partnerships. Along the way, I worked with many incredible women, but it wasn’t until I met Flory that everything began to align. Today, Estudio Haven partners with the women's association she leads to produce our products — ensuring every piece supports skilled artisans and sustainable practices. This journey is a reflection of God’s faithfulness, and a reminder of what’s possible when we trust His timing.

meet the makers

We are nothing without our artisan partners — you can learn more about each woman and the specific products she has crafted below.