DharmaCrafts

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Overview

DharmaCrafts supplies meditation cushions, statues, furnishings, incense, and teaching materials for the Buddhist and mindfulness community. Founded in 1979, it specializes in handcrafted products like American-made meditation cushions filled with U.S.-grown cotton and buckwheat hulls. The company positions itself as a dedicated provider of quality items supporting spiritual practice, operating as a small business in Massachusetts.

History

DharmaCrafts was founded in 1979 by Dyan Eagles to share teachings from Zen Master Seung Sahn and support meditation practice. It incorporated as a corporation on October 5, 1987, in Lawrence, Massachusetts. The company has maintained its focus on producing meditation supplies in the USA for nearly 50 years, with current operations in Fall River, Massachusetts.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Meditation Cushions	Handcrafted supports for seated practice	$70 - $150
Meditation Benches	Wooden alternatives to cushions	$100 - $200
Incense & Holders	Aromatic aids for rituals	$10 - $50
Statues & Altars	Decorative Buddhist figures	$50 - $500
Mala Beads	Prayer beads for mantra recitation	$20 - $100
Robes & Apparel	Clothing for practice sessions	$50 - $150

Manufacturing

Products like meditation cushions are hand-stitched at the company's Massachusetts facility using American-grown cotton and U.S.-sourced buckwheat hulls. Globally sourced fabrics are incorporated by skilled artisans. Manufacturing emphasizes American craftsmanship as a small business.

Notable Products

Zafu Meditation Cushion - Traditional round cushion filled with buckwheat hulls for comfortable zazen posture.
Seabuck Meditation Cushion - Rectangular cushion with buckwheat fill, designed for longer meditation sessions.
Meditation Bench - Portable wooden bench offering knee-supported seating option.
Tibetan Incense - Natural incense sticks for creating sacred atmosphere during practice.
Bodhisattva Statues - Handcrafted figures of Buddhist deities for altars.

Reputation

DharmaCrafts is regarded by the meditation community as a reliable source for durable, high-quality cushions and supplies made in the USA. Enthusiasts appreciate the craftsmanship and focus on Buddhist practice support. As a small business with few employees, it receives positive feedback for customer service via BBB accreditation, though limited scale may restrict product variety compared to larger retailers.

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