Neem pencils are a unique concept developed by Mr. Sunil Gupta, a supporter of the children and youth at Lakshya' s shelter home. Mr. Gupta has trained several youth from Lakshya who work at his center to create these natural pencils. Discarded neem twigs are used for these pencils, and no trees are harmed in the making of this product. Available in regular graphite and colored options. Great gift for children and artists in the making!!
These special pencils are made by youth at Lakshya shelter home in Faridabad, India. Lakshya primarily supports children and youth who have run away from their homes. Lakshya, sends the younger children to local schooling facilities, and the youth are given vocational trainings to help earn a living and support themselves. Buy these unique products and support Lakshya's objective of providing better facilities to these children.
Each pencil measures 7” in length, diameter varies
Available in a bundle of five pencils
Each bundle comes with red, orange, green, blue and purple colored pencils
Box measures 4-1/4” high x 8-1/2” wide x 8-3/8” deep, box and contains 20 bundles of 5
Box top doubles as a pop-up display
Handmade in India and fair trade imported.
Caña Flecha is a sugar cane like plant that can only be found along the coastal regions of Colombia, South America. The Zenu Tribe cultivates the thin stalk-like leaves using processes and techniques that date back to the 1500s and weaves them into various geometric patterns creating these unique bracelets.
Artisans at the fair trade organization Joyeria Semilla are known for creating jewelry from materials readily available in their environment including seeds, natural fibers and leaves. Joyeria Semilla’s objectives are to create new jobs, to revive Colombia's traditional handicrafts and to better manage their natural resources.
Measures 1/2” wide with variable diameter
Handmade in Colombia and fair trade imported.
This Mini Nativity is made from Corn Husk, beans and Balsa Wood . Mary, Joseph and Baby are crafted from corn husks and beans Than placed on a carved out piece of balsa wood. It is perfect for the Nativity Collector. This tiny piece was handmade by artisans from Ecuador.
Measures 5/8" high x 2 1/8" wide x 1"diameter
Hand made in Ecuador and fair trade imported.
This unique hand-carved gourd nativity ornament makes both a great gift for someone you know, and a decoration in your home as a way to celerate the Christmas season. On one side of the gourd is Mary and Joseph loving the Baby Jesus, and on the other side is a carved angel hearlding the birth of Christ. Whether hanging them on your tree, in the window, or on the mantel these ornaments are a beautiful way to adorn the home while helping to provide for artisans and their families.
Gourds are a natural and uniquely shaped vegetable, similar to a pumpkin or a squash. As such, designs, shape and dimensions will vary slightly.
Height measures approximately 2-3/4"
Diameter measures approximately 2-1/2"
These ornaments are hand-carved in Peru and Fair Trade imported.
Main pocket with divider, zipper pocket and adjustable shoulder straps, these are some of the many features of this recycled backpack. These bags are made from re-purposed fabrics. Sorted into like and complimentary colors, the patches are joined together to create these durable and colorful bags, perfect for school, short travels, picnics and camping!!
These bags are handmade by the youth at Lakshya shelter home in Faridabad, India. Lakshya primarily supports children and youth who have run away from their homes. Lakshya, sends the younger children to local schooling facilities, and the youth are given vocational trainings to help earn a living and support themselves. Buy these unique products and support Lakshya's objective of providing better facilities to these children.
Measures 17” high x 12-1/2” wide x 6-1/2” deep
Exterior zipper pocket
Handmade in India and fair trade imported.
Our soapstone hearts from Kenya have been so popular that we're now offering them from Haitian artisans, also. Smooth and decorative, they speak clearly of love and caring for your gift recipient and the Haitian people. Available in gray, white or pink.
Small Measures - 2'' high x 2'' wide x 1 1/8'' deep
Medium Measures - 3 1/4'' high x 3'' wide x 1 1/2'' deep
Large Measures - 4'' high x 3 5/8'' wide x 2 1/8'' deep
Size and Coloring may vary.
Handmade in Haiti and fair trade imported.
Coal, an unexciting derivative of carbon found deep in the earth, has been carefully hand-carved and polished into this unity loop 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 1-1/4” in diameter x 1/4” deep
Suspended on a 36” black cord
Handmade in Colombia and fair trade imported.
Our Artisans have created this colorful Nativity made from Bread Dough. The manger was sculpted by hand and 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 1/2" tall x 1 1/2" wide x 1" diameter
Hand made in Ecuador and Fair Trade imported.
If you both love the rainforest and keeping animal ivory on real animals where it belongs, you'll love our handcarved Tagua Red Raindrop Pendant from Ecuador.
Tagua nut, a renewable rainforest seed that grows from the Amazon's Tagua Palm Tree, is widely regarded as vegetable ivory for its likeness to real animal ivory, but with animal and habitat-friendly properties. With the growing scarcity of animal ivory, Tagua has become a highly valued commodity by artisans and consumers alike.
Pendant measures 1 1/2 inches x 1 1/2 inches x 18 1/2 inches long
Red color is achieved by boiling and other natural techniques that enhance the nut's natural beauty
Handmade in Ecuador and fair trade imported.
This Large Bright Taffeta Yoga Bag can be taken anywhere. "To work out", on an "Over Night to a Friends", or just sitting on your bed. It would be a beautiful addition to anyones bag collection.
Measures 27-1/2" Long x 16-1/2" Diameter, (32" drop length strap)
Zipper Pocket , Draw String Closure
Handmade in India and Fair Trade imported.
This holiday, create a winter wonderland in your living room with recycled wire ornaments from India, a bright idea for your holiday tree, wreath or as year-round window decoration. These earthfriendly designs have been handmade using recycled wire and beads by the artisans at Mohd Israil's workshop near Moradabad, India.
3D ornament measures approximately 3" in diameter
Available in Red, Blue, Brown, Green, Orange and Clear
Handmade and fair trade imported from India.
Express your sentiments with a Recycled Metal Bicycle Chain Bowl, which has been handmade by the artisans Kahlil Ahmed's fair trade workshop in Milak Bujpur, India using the chain from salvaged bicycles. Available in three sizes, each makes an unforgettable way to hold fruit and vegetables, or stash reciepts, mail and other easily misplaced items.
Available in Small, Medium, and Large
Small Measures 3” high with 9-1/2” diameter
Medium Measures 3-1/4” high with 10-3/4” diameter
Large Measures 4” high with 12-1/2” diameter
Handmade and fair trade imported from India.
