Are you, or do you know, a teacher that could benefit from introducing his or her classroom to the idea of Fair Trade? We’ve assembled some short lesson plan ideas around core Fair Trade concepts that are free to use and adapt to your target age group. What is Fair Trade? This business concept focuses on a few key factors such as dialogue between parties, mutual respect, fair prices, safe working conditions, community development, and environmental impact. Aside from the obvious nature of handcraftsmanship, Fair Trade goods help preserve indigenous culture and respects the cultural identity of the people who create them. Skills are often passed down through generations and providing sustainable buying power helps to keep this craft alive....
We ship our handmade styles in beautiful (and durable) jute bags. These were introduced when we launched our brand in 2014 as a way to store and protect your handmade accessories when they aren’t being worn. Our customers have impressed us with so many ways they give even more life to these bags, here are a few of our favorites: Lavender sachet for your drawer A mini coin purse Gift packaging for a gift you are giving (bottle of wine) Grab and go baby essentials (diaper, wipes, toys, snacks, etc.) A travel tote for toiletries (q-tips, cotton balls, nail clippers, etc.) Small sewing kit Crayon coloring kit for kids Create a DIY...
Did you know that tortoise shell is made from the shells of real turtles? Most tourists who purchase tortoise shell jewelry on vacation don’t realize that an animal was killed to craft a bracelet, necklace, earrings, rings, guitar picks, combs, and fans. Real tortoise shell jewelry and accessories are made from the shell of a hawksbill sea turtle. The animals are captured, killed, and have bits of their shell removed. Then it is cut, polished, and sold at markets, mostly in Central America and the Caribbean. Many customers don’t realize what they are buying, so we’re doing our part to spread awareness for this trade which is contributing to the extinction of sea turtles around the world. Do your part...
Whether or not you have a full-time part-time or freelance job outside the home, there are a wide variety of opportunities for you to make some extra cash in creative ways. See our money earning tips below for ways to increase your family’s monthly budget allowance. Be a Shutterbug Even if you’re not a professional photographer, there are websites who will pay for your photography. Shooting from a smart phone? No problem! Take a look at websites like Shutterstock, iStock, and Getty Images to see their rates. Most sites will pay a percentage each time a customer purchases your image. BST Boards BST stands for Buy, Sell, Trade. What Craigslist began has quickly grown into a larger market with other...
Remember the #whomademyclothes movement? I made your jewelry. We’d like you to get to know some of our artisans who love making the pieces that make you feel beautiful. This trend started an important conversation with our global community and sparked consumers to ask the tough questions. Its impact was felt, but we want to keep the conversation going. Take a look into the workshop and see the process used to create our latest arrivals. Every detail of our new tassel necklace styles is handcrafted. The cord is loomed to create a durable foundation for the knotting process. A hand-tied knot is placed between each bead. This is an important detail to craft a product designed to worn and enjoyed...
