Ten Thousand Villages is a non-profit online fair trade retailer of handmade gifts, jewelry, home decor and more that represents the cultures of Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East. The company strives to improve the livelihood of disadvantaged artisans in 38 countries by establishing a sustainable market for handmade products in North America. Product sales help pay for food, education, health care and housing for these artisans.
Now through 7/27/10, you can get free shipping on all orders by using the promo code BICYCLE at checkout.
After spending some time in India a few years ago, I (Laura) grew to love the look of products from other cultures. I dug around in the Ten Thousand Villages clearance section a bit to find some great deals. Here are some of my favorites:
– Wrapped Bead Earrings from India for $2.50 (marked down from $10)
– Ikat Silk Scarf from Laos for $9.50 (marked down from $38)
– Silk Jacquard Purse from Vietnam for $7 (marked down from $28)
If you or someone you know has an interest in products like these, see if there’s anything that could work for gifts. I’m always thinking ahead to Christmas and birthdays!
Your turn: What did you purchase from Ten Thousand Villages?
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