Kashmir. The Himalayan ethnically diverse land of dreams and song and unfathomable beauty. Straight from the kingdom of the clouds come mystically beautiful elephants. Each set of three is unique and completely handmade by artisans skilled in the ancestral art of papier-mâché. Only our sets offer elephants with raised trunks so that, according to legend, all who pass by are “showered with fortune”. Your purchase of a Kashmir elephant trio supports isolated artisans in maintaining their way of life and community standards. In turn, part of their profit goes to the Almadar Yateem Trust Orphanage and women’s cooperative in Kashmir. By recycling discarded paper and sustainable crop materials and dyes, local craftsmen maintain the beauty of their land while providing a living for their families. Kashmir Good Luck Elephant Trios are exclusively ours. Their joy is contagious! The 3”, 4” and 5.5” sets are perfect for any bookcase, shelf or end table. They truly make a deeply meaningful gift. Available in 7 intricate and colorful patterns (from top to bottom- Cobalt Lotus, Ebony Blossoms, Ebony Lotus, Ebony Poppy, Gold Lotus, Peaceful Kindom, and Royal Paisley), each with its own exquisite detail. Ships direct from High Point, NC. Kashmiri papier-mâché originated in Persia in the 14th century. Artisans are called sakhta makers. Discarded paper, cloth, renewable rice plant straw, mineral and vegetable dyes are all employed in this process. Local gemstone files are used to smooth the artwork. The process involves many steps over several months before the final product is deemed complete.

These beautiful Tapas Dishes are perfect as serving bowls or jewelry trays. Handmade and painted using lead-free paint. Microwave and dishwasher safe! Each purchase empowers Fair Trade Guatemalan artisans. Small Round Bowl - 2.5" x 2.5" - holds 1.5 ounces. Medium Oval Dipping Bowl - 3" x 4" - holds 2.5 ounces. Large Round Dipping Bowl - 3.5" x 3.5" - holds 3 ounces.We believe that hardworking fair trade artisans, producers, and export agents hold the key to their own personal success and that the path to success requires a steady, committed pace. We can extend each artisan's channel of trade from local markets to the global marketplace, all the while providing them with options to work from the comfort of their own homes and communities. Secure in the knowledge that the fair payment they receive will not be reduced by traveling expenses, childcare costs, and haggled prices, most artisans in the network promote their family's future by using earnings to put food on the table and pay educational expenses for their children.Fair Trade Federation, a group of like-minded companies and organizations that adhere to:-providing fair payment to workers in developing nations-educating artisans and workers to increase their potential for advancement-ensuring the rights of children-developing products and processes that protect and conserve the natural environment-promoting fair trade as the standard in commercial exchanges

These vibrant fair trade Woven Bracelets perfect reminders to keep things in perspective and peaceful. Each bracelet measures approximately 12" including the adjustable tie closure. Each purchase empowers Fair Trade Guatemalan artisans. We believe that hardworking fair trade artisans, producers, and export agents hold the key to their own personal success and that the path to success requires a steady, committed pace. We can extend each artisan's channel of trade from local markets to the global marketplace, all the while providing them with options to work from the comfort of their own homes and communities. Secure in the knowledge that the fair payment they receive will not be reduced by traveling expenses, childcare costs, and haggled prices, most artisans in the network promote their family's future by using earnings to put food on the table and pay educational expenses for their children. Fair Trade Federation, a group of like-minded companies and organizations that adhere to: -providing fair payment to workers in developing nations -educating artisans and workers to increase their potential for advancement -ensuring the rights of children -developing products and processes that protect and conserve the natural environment -promoting fair trade as the standard in commercial exchanges