by Kathy Thomas | Artisans, Materials
Read Time: 2 min. What exactly is capiz anyway? Natural capiz shell is an eco-friendly, abundant, and sustainable resource found in the Pacific Ocean near the equator. Capiz shell is abundant throughout the Philippine Islands. Throughout the Philippines, a country of...
by Kathy Thomas | Artisans
New Opportunities “I come from a small family and was raised in one of the most dangerous areas in Port-au-Prince. My sister taught me my Artisan skills. She was working in this workshop and asked the Artisan leaders if I could work there too. I cannot imagine...
by Kathy Thomas | Artisans
Read Time: 1 min. Discovering Her Talents “My aunt introduced me to this workshop. She used to bring raw materials home to make different products. I was really interested and tried my hands on it. It turned out nice! I was only 15 years old that time, so I was...
by Kathy Thomas | Artisans, Stories of Hope
Dilshad’s Story of Hope in India – (Read Time: 5 min.) Beautiful & Determined Overcomers Holding the canvas fabric in her hands, Dilshad patiently demonstrates the process of creating a new design to a room filled with uniquely beautiful, determined,...
by Elisabeth Huijskens | Founders
Read Time: 8 min. Winter 2020 Collection This collection of fair trade holiday gifts brings a whole new meaning to the act of giving. These thoughtful gifts for your loved ones give back to women overcoming poverty and trafficking around the world. Warm & Cozy...