It’s October, but many of us are already getting in the Christmas spirit and preparing for the upcoming Holidays! Luke and I are currently living in Honduras, so unfortunately we don’t get to put up all of our usual decorations. I also didn’t get the chance to bring any of these new Trades of Hope 2019 Christmas items with us, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy them! Grab some of those new adorable felted items so I can live vicariously through you, okay? 😉
If you’re thinking about adding some Ethical, Fair Trade, and Sustainable decor and gifts to your Christmas arsenal this year, look no further! I’m going to share 12 adorable Christmas decor items and gifts that you’re going to love!
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Capiz Snowflake Ornaments
I always love when we add new Capiz pieces. These are so elegant & classic!
This elegant set of three handcrafted capiz shell ornaments begins at the bottom of the sea surrounding the Philippine Islands. Divers collect basketfuls of beautiful “windowpane” shells for Artisans like Retchel, who clean, cut, and bind them by hand into delicate snowflake-inspired ornaments.
Purchase the Capiz Snowflake Ornaments and empower women in the Philippines!
Adventure Begins Journal
Journals are always a popular gift. They’re gender neutral & perfect for those who aren’t into jewelry or accessories.
This genuine leather journal is an excellent choice for anyone on your gift list. Handcrafted by Artisans in India, this 90-page journal features handmade lined paper and a wraparound leather cord closure for privacy. The beautifully embossed cover will inspire the adventurer in all of us with the words, “and so the adventure begins.”
Purchase the Adventure Begins Journal and empower women in India!
Starlight Set
The perfect gift for coffee lovers!
This handcrafted mug from Vietnam is inspired by a snowy winter night sky. Each mug comes with a rich dark roast blend of ground Mayan Blend Coffee that is grown, harvested, and roasted by our Artisan partners in the mountains of Guatemala.
Purchase the Starlight Set and empower artisans in both Guatemela & Vietnam!
Snowy Ornament Set
Add vintage farmhouse style to your holiday decor with this set of three handcrafted ornaments from India. Each set includes a whitewashed iron dove and two coordinating snowflakes, each topped with a silver threaded ribbon. Buy multiple sets and make your tree a winter wonderland of hope!
Farmhouse Star from Trades of Hope on Vimeo.
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Farmhouse Star
This star would go perfectly with the snowy ornament set! I would love to see a tree decorated with both!
Handcrafted by our Artisan partners in India, this whitewashed iron tree topper can coordinate with any holiday décor. From classic farmhouse to modern industrial, our Farmhouse Star will put the finishing touch on your Christmas tree.
Purchase the Farmhouse Star and empower families in India!
Puppy Duo Ornaments
Prepare for the cuteness ahead for these ones. <3
Add fur-baby fun to your Christmas tree with this adorable pair of pups! Handcrafted in Nepal using 100% sheep wool felt, these Puppy Duo Ornaments will inspire your gift-giving spirit with their bow-wrapped bone and merry mistletoe. Each puppy is decked out for the season with a coordinating hat and scarf.
Purchase the Puppy Duo Ornaments and empower women in Nepal!
Cotton Mitten Ornaments
These festive Cozy Mitten Ornaments will add fashionable fun to your holiday décor. Each set includes a mix of three decorative mittens from Nepal with cheerful red and white designs. Each mitten is handcrafted and perfectly sized for holding gift cards, making an excellent gift for teachers, bosses, co-workers, neighbors, last-minute gifts, and thoughtful stocking stuffers.
Purchase the Cozy Mitten Set and empower women in India!
Stars of Haiti
Having been to Haiti and met our artisans there, these next ornaments hold a special place in my heart!
These up-cycled cereal box ornaments will be the shining stars of your holiday décor! Each ornament is hand-rolled by mothers in Haiti, where our mission to Keep Families Together began.
Purchase the Stars of Haiti ornaments and help mamas keep their babies in Haiti!
Peace on Earth Nativity
Our Peruvian Nativity set from last year was my absolute favorite! I’m so glad we added a new nativity set from this artisan group!
This hand-painted nativity set is created by Artisans in Peru using hand-formed molds and local Peruvian clay.
Each set features six handcrafted figurines, including Mary, Joseph, cow, donkey, manger, and baby Jesus. Inspired by Peruvian culture, they are sure to inspire your holiday spirit.
Purchase the Peace on Earth Nativity set and empower families in Peru!
Sincerity Blanket
This blanket was a HUGE surprise! It’s a beautiful year-round decor item that is also practical! It’s neutral colors means it will match a variety of interior designs!
Stay cozy this winter when you bundle up in our reversible blended cotton Sincerity Blanket. Featuring soft-black and off-white diamond patterns and fringed ends, this elegant throw gets softer with each wash, so it’s the gift that gets better with time.
Purchase the Sincerity Blanket and empower women in India!
Himalayan Mittens
We’ve never carried anything like these before! They have been wildy popular!
Warm up this winter with our hand-knit Himalayan Mittens from Nepal! These cozy and colorful 100% wool mittens will go with anything in your winter wardrobe. Available in two sizes, they feature a decorative woven braid and are lined with polar fleece, making them fashionable and practical gifts for every grownup on your gift list.
Purchase the Himalayan Mittens and empower women in Nepal!
Snow Top Beanie
This winter wardrobe must-have will keep you comfortable all season. Artisans hand-knit this classic black and ivory color-block design using 100% wool. Each beanie features a partial polar fleece lining that allows breathability, so you can stay warm without overheating and is topped with a snowball-sized ivory pompom inspired by snowcapped mountains of Nepal.
Purchase the Snow Top Beanie and empower women in Nepal!
Here’s a fun summary video of everything I shared with you, plus some more info about each of them!
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