If you swim with the mermaids, you will love our hand carved white or grey soapstone mermaids. The stone is soaked in water to make it easier to handle. It then is hammered, chiseled and filed to get the right lines. This process could take hours depending on the piece they are creating. They then sand and buff to get the soft luster on the pieces. White Figurine Measures - 9-1/4'' high x 2-5/8'' wide x 4-5/8'' deep Gray Figurine Measures - 7'' high x 2-1/4'' wide x 3-1/2'' deep Handmade in Haiti and fair trade imported.  

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Add color and culture to any room in the house with a handmade ceramic Shipibo Tea Light Holder from Peru. The Shipibo tribe, one of Peru's most ancient ethnic peoples, maintains a strong tribal identity, ancient shamanic traditions and an enduring sense of community and collective wisdom. Likewise, Shipibo artisans share a common artistic inspiration that allows them to collaborate on large pieces, working interchangeably to develop cohesive arts and ceramics that many think have been hand painted by a single artist. Measures 2" high x 4 3/4" diameter Available in Cherry, Green and White Handmade in Peru and fair trade imported.

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Coal, an unexciting derivative of carbon found deep in the earth, has been carefully hand-carved and polished into this shiny Seashell-Shaped Pendant. Commonly used for fuel, this black sedimentary rock makes a unique piece to add to your jewelry collection or give as a gift to that special someone in your life. Handmade by young artisans from the Morca Coal Project in Colombia through an effort initiated by the Colombian government to discourage child labor and train young men in new professions. Measures 1-1/2” high x 1-1/2” wide x 1/4” deep Suspended on a 36” black cord Handmade in Colombia and fair trade imported.

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These beautiful hand crafted bookmarks have been arranged with dried plants and flowers. If your reading a book and dreaming of spring or the green grass that will soon be coming. Put one of our beautiful handmade  bookmarks from El Salvador between your pages and you will flow down a path of dreams. These bookmarks are two sided and are just as beautiful on the other side. Bookmarks measure 6" tall x 3 1/4" wide Available with flowers on one side or two sides Handmade in El Salvador and fair trade imported.

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This beautiful silk shoulder bag with brocade design made with colored silk threads and gold trim. Brocade is typically woven on a draw loom. It is supplementary a weft technique. We carry many colors and styles for your attire. Large measures 11" high x 12" wide with one 40" strap (20" drop length) Button closure, Silk lining and interior pocket for extra organization. Available in Red or Black and Blue Handmade in India and fair trade imported.

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Look at this cute Mother Owl and Baby...how can you look at them and not say "Awww". She is caring for it and hoping to find a loving home where she can raise her adorable child. They were hand-carved, given life, by an artisan in Huancayo, Peru. Each gourd is skinned, cleaned and sundried before its surface is etched and burnt with the intricate designs that adorn its surface. They make a Hoot of an ornament to sit on the shelf, desk, as a decoration for the home or office, or as a gift for owl lovers. Measures 3" high x 3" diameter at base Gourds are a natural and uniquely shaped vegetable, similar to a pumpkin or a squash. As such, designs, shape and dimensions will vary slightly. Handmade in Peru and Fair Trade imported

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These fun 3-dimensional sponge-painted snowflakes will brighten up your home or make a great present for a friend. While each snowflake is slightly different, they all come sponge-painted with reds and yellows and will look good on any tree. Handmade using recycled materials by artisans in India at Mohd Israil's workshop, one of many fair trade workshops sponsored by Noah’s Ark. Noah’s Ark is an NGO founded in 1986 by Samuel Masih, one of the leaders in the movement to pay fair wages to artisans in India. Small - 4-1/4” high x 3-1/2” wide x 3/4" deep Large - 6” high x 5-1/4” wide x 1" deep Comes with a red ribbon for hanging Handmade in India and fair trade imported.

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These magnets are handmade from small pieces steel drum, paper-mache and/or wood and then painted. They are bright and cheerful for any magnetic piece. We are selling in assorted designs due to their many colors and styles. Butterflies Measure - paper-mache 3-1/4'' x 3-3/4'', wood 2'' x 1-3/4'' Fish Measures - metal 3-3/8'' x 2'' Flowers Measures - paper-mache 3'' circular Lizards Measure - metal 4-1/8'' x 3'' Handmade in Haiti and Fair Trade imported.

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These metal ornaments make a wonderful decoration for Christmas or any time of the year. The art of making metal crafts from recycled metal drums began about 50 years ago in Haiti, when a blacksmith used discarded metal drums to make crosses for the cemetery. Today the artisans in the village of Croix de Bouquets in Haiti are engaged in transforming used metal drums into beautiful pieces of art. Angel Ornament measures 3-1/8" high x 2-1/2" wide Elephant Ornament measures 3-1/2" high x 4-1/4" wide Heart Ornament measures 4" high x 4" wide Hummingbird Ornament measures 3-1/2" high x 3-1/8" wide Moon Ornament measures 4-1/4" high x 4" wide Nativity Ornament measures 4-1/4" high x 4" wide Paw Ornament measures 2-3/4" high x 3-1/4" wide Handmade in Haiti and fair trade imported.

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Our heart dishes are a beautiful gift for your Valentine or any occasion. Our Artisans put a lot of thought into their pieces. The stone is soaked in water to make it easier to handle. It then is hammered, chiseled and filed to get the right lines. This process could take hours depending on the piece they are creating. They then sand and buff to get the soft luster on the pieces. Small Dish Measures - 1 1/8'' high x 3 3/8'' wide x 3 7/8'' deep Medium Dish Measures - 1 1/2'' high x 4 3/8'' wide x 5'' deep Large Dish Measures - 1 3/4'' high x 6'' wide x 6 1/2'' deep Handmade in Haiti and fair trade imported.

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Our Artisans have created this mini nativity from Una de Gato (Cat's Claw Bark), the base is a coconut disc. Mary, Joseph and Baby are made from tiny seeds and ribbon. They are carefully glued into place. A Perfect piece for the Nativity Collector. Be the one who is part of helping the environment and helping others. Measures 1" tall x 3/4" wide x 3/4" diameter Hand made in Ecuador and fair trade imported.

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This round Elephant Bank is Handmade by artisans outside of Lima, Peru of natural raw materials including locally sourced clay and plant dyes. Measures 5-1/2" high x 6-1/2" wide x 5-1/4" deep Removeable rubber stopper on bottom Handmade in Peru and fair trade imported.

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