Melanie Abrantes

Melanie Abrantes is a designer and owner of Melanie Abrantes Designs, a company known for its handcrafted products that incorporate unique materials like cork and artisan tools. With over a decade of experience, Abrantes has faced challenges in sourcing her materials due to fluctuating tariffs affecting imports from Japan and Portugal. Her commitment to using materials that reflect her heritage adds a personal touch to her designs, but recent tariff changes have created uncertainty for her business.