Searching for the perfect gift for someone, but strapped for cash? Look no further. We’ve gathered handcrafted global goodies for everyone on your list, all for less than $25! Read on to discover… Continue reading
October was Fair Trade Month. A few decades ago, this might not have meant much to your average shopper. But today’s consumers expect more from their shopping experience: organic, sustainable, ethically-produced goods provide… Continue reading
Recently, we focused on Mai Vietnamese Handicrafts‘ coiled magazine products and artisan group Sapia‘s work with tagua nut (the “vegetable ivory”) and orange peels. For Valentine’s Day, we took a tour through some… Continue reading
Hello Friends of Fair Trade! When we talk about Fair Trade, we can include a variety of facets. First and foremost, Fair Trade means a fair price for the artisan, but Fair Trade… Continue reading
We are steadily approaching every lovebird’s favorite holiday! St. Valentine’s Day is Thursday and if you’re looking for a little more than your average bouquet of roses and box of chocolate, then stop… Continue reading
Greetings, Fair Traders! It’s me, Becca! I’m brand spankin’ new to blog world, so allow me to briefly introduce myself: I began volunteering at Ten Thousand Villages of Austin (TTVoA) in March 2010, shortly… Continue reading
In Celebration of World Fair Trade Day, be a challenger and join the movement in raising awareness! Be an example of what it means to “Live the Fair Trade Life” by eating, drinking,… Continue reading
