It is a pleasure to once again bring you the latest news and updates from Sourcing Bali and our supplier partners.

In this edition we present some new and interesting products - Some are very unique !! - as well as details of new export laws and changes to regulations, latest staffing updates and reports on the economic situation in Bali.

We are very pleased to report that Sourcing Bali and RIM CARGO continue to recieve good support from both existing and new customers ( THANKYOU !) - whilst there has been a slowdown in some segments, we are still receiving orders from all over the world for business and personal clients. 

Particularly in these challenging economic times, we say THANKYOU for your valued support and loyalty.  You have our ongoing committement to ensure the best possible service and attention to detail at all times.   Please do not hesitate to contact me or any of the crew if we can be of any assistance at any time.

Warmest regards,
Desmond & Crew

Ray has been busy uploaded images and data for the website - we are currently working on a new range / presentation of artwork - please bear with us as we re-work these pages. 
Bali has a number of skilled artisans, and we receive many requests for art / paintings for personal and business use. 
Our new pages will be finished in the coming weeks - so be sure to come and visit soon. 
Here's a glimpse of some of the works that we're loading..
 

We have a new supplier in Java who specialises in Teak and Stainless steel combinations.  Normally, this supplier has high minimum qtys per order - however Sourcing Bali has been able to negotiate a reduction on the minimums to cater for smaller businesses / restaurants / cafes etc.

Subject to a minimum order of 40 chairs and 10 tables - these items represent exceptional value. We believe that this will be of interest to designers, hoteliers, restauratuers etc.

A choice of designs are available - for more information, please contact desmond@sourcing-bali.com

 

This is one the most extra-ordinary products / suppliers that I have ever found, and it's not something that I would have expected to come from Bali - but, then again, Bali always surprises me !

We are very proud to present a beautiful collection of Cabaret Headdresses and masks.  Designed and created by Fuchong.

Fuchong has been creating unique headdresses since 1990.  Born in Bali, his ideas have been influenced by the sensational Balinese culture. He studied at Udayana Art and Design school in Denpasar.  He is passionate about art, dance and travelling - he was formally a dancer and choreographer - further inspiring his creativity to design these unique headpieces.

Each headpeice is handmade using the finest local and imported materials and feathers (note some restrictions apply on importing feathers - please ask desmond@sourcing-bali.com for details) all headpeices are crafted for easy dis-assembly and interchanging of sections.

Custom orders are very welcome - prices range from US$20 masks - to US$80 headdresses.  (Pricilla flower headdress - US$175) (min qtys apply)

We have NO IDEA who might be interested in these products, but we thought it just too unique, too special, too outrageous to turn away - for details - please email me.
 

 

Many of the products that we source for our clients are custom made - and these are often not suitable or relevant for the website.  Our team is skilled in processing custom made furniture, cabinetry, art/sculpture, doors, gates.. almost anything.

Each of our Account Managers has different skills / experience in sourcing.  Some are more skilled in furniture & home wares, others in fashion and accessories or building materials.  We're proud that all of the crew has between 3-8 years experience with SOURCING BALI - that's over 34 years combined experience.. !!   

You may know them already .. however I am proud to present them to you here >>>>

Robert - started with SB in 2003 - Robert has gained vast experience in Sourcing for building materials, custom built millwork and furniture - as well as broad skills with stone, marble, glass.  Robert handles many of the large, luxury villa projects around the world.  (He's also a co-director of SB and RIM) robert@sourcing-bali.com

Paulina - started with SB in 2006 - Paulina handles one of our largest department store clients - and is skilled in sourcing home wares, handicrafts and accessories. Her bright, bubbly personality is a favourite among her clients.  paulina@sourcing-bali.com

Sintiya - started with SB in 2003 - her clients mostly have fashion and textile orders, as well as some home wares and accessories - Sintiya also handles a very large client producing 20,000 boomerangs and didgeridoos per year !!  sintiya@sourcing-bali.com  Some of Sintiya's customers have been with SB since 2001 !!

Wayan Sanjaya - is one of the longest serving of the SB crew 2001 - (He's also a co-director) - Wayan is a veteran of sourcing, with more than 8 years experience.  His customers come from all corners of the globe and include business owners and personal shoppers.  Wayan is skilled in custom furniture, home wares, and a broad range of products. wayan@sourcing-bali.com

Pipin - joined SB in 2004 - she has many clients around the world - both business and personal.  Pipin is skilled in sourcing home wares, furniture, custom millwork, as well as gift items and accessories.  Pipin is currently expecting her second child - so we can expect her to be taking some time off in a few months.. (congrats Pip !) pipin@sourcing-bali.com

We bid farewell to the last containers for a VIP client in Saudi Arabia.  

This marks the latest project for this arm of the Saudi Royal family - clients of Sourcing Bali since 2003.   Each project usually involves over 100 -200 custom made peices - all built  to the highest standard of construction - including high gloss lacquers, silver and gold leaf, and mirror finishes.

Each project can take up to 9 months to complete, including making all shop drawings, preparation of colour swatches and twice weekly QC inspections.  As we bid farewell to this, we're about to start on the next Riyadh project for another of our Saudi Princesses. 

 

 
 

This is the 8th year of Sourcing Bali - and for SB NEWS.  You can read all past copies of our newsletters on line - simply click on the 'archives' button on the newsletter page and scroll down for past issues.  We are proud of the growth that we have achieved over the past 8 years, and we thank you for your support than has enabled us to get here. 

If you have any questions about any of the articles appearing in this or past issues of SB News, please dont hesitate to let me know.  We value your input and feedback.

From time to time, we have access to excess stocks or over productions at some of our suppliers. 

This month we have a stock of terrazzo and resin foot baths - normally priced at US$ 119 - availble NOW in stock for US$ 88.  These are ideal for beach houses to wash off sand or Spas - for foot treatments.  for details - email tali@sb-he.com
 

We also have an excess stock of mirrors - available at 25% off  wholesale price for LOT sale -  for details - email paulina@sourcing-bali.com