Showing posts with label artisans. Show all posts
Showing posts with label artisans. Show all posts

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Handmade Expressions


Are you a retailer looking for fabulous handicrafts made in India? Handmade Expressions is the one-stop place to shop...and then some. They import and wholesale handmade products from India, but they also follow strict fair trade standards, which means that their artisans make a sustainable wage, work under safe conditions, and are given help to develop their communities.

Not only are their goods beautiful, heartfelt and accessible, Handmade Expressions is passionate about spreading the message of fair trade. Their website is informative and easy to navigate and, if you're a business looking to become fair trade, Handmade Expressions can point you in the right direction!

Peruse their goods, sign up for their Newsletter, follow their blog and be inspired! You can also use this link to find the 30 retail locations Handmade Expressions partners with.

Handmade Expressions is a proud member of the Fair Trade Federation, Green America, and Fair Trade the White House

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Bambootique


Always Beautiful, Always Fair Trade.
Bambootique was founded by Beth and Tammy who "decided to make a real and lasting difference through, yes, shopping." Their products come from more than 10 countries and represent hundreds of women now living sustainable lives through fair trade. From beautiful bags and jewelry, to natural candles and skincare, Bambootique offers that and a whole lot more. All are uniquely made and created by people passionate about fair trade.

Bambootique joined forces with Fair Trade the White House to ask First Lady Michelle Obama to fair trade her home. Find out more at www.fairtradethewhitehouse.com and check out the "savings" page to see how you can save on shipping when you purchase at www.shopbambootique.com!


Bambootique is a proud member of the Fair Trade Federation and Green America (formerly Co-op America).

You can shop here and follow Bambootique's blog here.