Fair trade products are popular, intriguing, and purposeful in today’s world.  The goal of Fair Trade is to reduce poverty for many kinds of workers in developing countries. Purchasing these items are very helpful to artisans around the world because it helps them to improve their skills, build up their communities, and protect the local environment. 

There are so many beautiful and intricate products that people from all around the world create.  Take a look below at the Fair Trade products created from hard workers in every part of the world...and see which ones may simply inspire you!

 

1.  Grey Sisal Market Tote with Leather Strap

The perfect bag to carry around for your home or work essentials! This useful and beautiful bag is made from sisal - a strong and natural fiber made from the leaves of a cactus plant.  Stylish and sustainable - handmade in Kenya.

 

2.  Brushed Alpaca Business Striped Scarf

These alpaca wool scarves are a must have!  Alpaca wool keeps you warm, without weighing you down because of its naturally insulating core.  The scarves are all natural, hypoallergenic, and sustainable. The weaving is completed by skilled Ecuadorian artisans who continue to pass down these amazing skills from generation to generation.  

 

3.  Sierra Norte Clutch

In need of a new wallet, makeup bag, or all purpose pouch?  This light, homemade clutch is the perfect item to hold all of your essentials.  The clutch closes with a zipper and has a lining inside with one pocket. The neutral tones of brown, cream, and tan will match everything.  Hand-dyed and handwoven from Mexico.

 

4.  Hand Felted Elephant

Are you looking for a thoughtful gift? These hand-felted elephants are made with raw and natural-dyed wool.  They come in three different sizes and are the perfect gift for yourself or a loved one. Each elephant is unique and hand-stitched in the foothills of the Himalayas.     

 

5.  Natural Honey Bee Lotion, Soap, and Lip Butter Gift Set

Look at this beautiful gift set!  The Bee Lotion Bar comes in an amazing vanilla scent, and the Lip Butter Tube comes in a vanilla almond scent.  Also included in this delicious smelling gift set is the honey-scented bar soap.  What a perfect gift combination - lotion, bar soap, and a tube of lip butter!    

 

6.  Extra Large  Metallic Blue IKAZE Handwoven Basket

                  

This basket is presented in the “hope” design.  The sunburst pattern stands for Rwanda’s collective hope for a new dawn and a brighter future.  This beautiful piece is 14” and can be used as wall decor (hang loop on back), produce bowl, or centerpiece.  Each piece is inspired by culture and tradition, such a beautiful and unique piece of art.

 

7.  Unity Bracelet by Purpose Jewelry

This beautiful bracelet is not only fashionable, but has a lot of purpose behind it.  By purchasing this piece of jewelry, you are providing hope and freedom to women who have escaped human trafficking.  The circle represents the unity in everyone and is available in both gold and silver finish.  

 

8.  Peshtemal Multifunctional Towel  

These super soft, organic, and fair-trade towels can be used as a beach towel, blanket, or tablecloth.  The vibrant colors and intricate designs are eye-stunning! These peshtemals are very absorbent and dry pretty quickly (and become more absorbent with each wash).  Three different designs to choose from, what a perfect gift for yourself or a friend!

 

9.   Honey Bar Soap in Mesh Bag

 

This beautifully hand-wrapped honey bar soap is created with shea butter, honey, royal jelly, and propolis.  They are hand carved into bars, wrapped with beautiful paper from Italy, and scented with citrus, lavender, or honey blossom.  A beautiful and moisturizing soap at a great price, perfect for friends, family, and YOU! 

 

10.  Wool Bee Bag Gift Set with Honey Lotion and Lip Butter 

 

 

Check out the buzzzz on this gift!  Inside of this beautifully handcrafted felted wool bag, you will find two amazing beauty products.  The Bee Bar is made of essential oils and butters that will moisturize your skin, without drying it out.  The lip butter is made with antioxidant pomegranate seed oil and shea butter, which are anti-aging.  Refresh, rejuvenate, and moisturize with these remarkable products created by hard working women in Nepal.

 

Shop Unique Fair Trade Gifts - Buy a Gift That Gives Back!  

The beautiful gifts, accessories, and home goods mentioned above are so much more than just a product.  They are full of purpose, meaning, and love. Handcrafted by artisans all around the world, these products will surely leave a smile on your face and warmth in your heart.