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The Village Country Store - Handmade Fair Trade Artisan Gifts
Our Shop Fair Trade gifts and crafts store offers one of a kind, handcrafted artisan crafts from around the globe.
Your purchase of fair trade products helps to improve the living conditions in developing countries by offering economic sustainability through fair trade market values and by providing a living wage to the artisans for their handcrafted wares and crafts, whereby reducing poverty and giving hope for their future.
Purchasing fairtrade certified products is an artisan to consumer process that brings dignity to individuals and their communities from developing countries as they struggle for medical, educational and economical independence.
Shop The Village Country Store for fair trade jewelry, bags, ornaments, home decor, linens and dinnerware. We carry Haitian wall art, yoga accessories, baskets, pottery, candles and more! From Africa, the Americas and Asia, our artisans use natural and recycled materials; utilizing silk, linen, cotton, wool, silver, brass, copper, precious stones, beads, seeds, wood, bamboo and more.
We hope that by meandering around our store, you will experience that open air feeling that you are walking among the villages of the artisans.
Collectively, we can be the change and hopefully improve the lives of others with whom we share our planet.
$ 10.99
This tree decoration is handmade in Haiti from scrap steel drums. They are light enough to hang well on a tree and keep Haiti in mind during the holiday period. The tree is 3.5 inches tall and 2 inches wide.Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital...
$ 10.99
This tree decoration is handmade in Haiti from scrap steel drums. They are light enough to hang well on a tree and keep Haiti in mind during the holiday period. The bell is 3 inches tall and 2 inches wide. Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the...
$ 10.99
This angel decoration is handmade in Haiti from scrap steel drums. It is light enough to hang well on a tree and keep Haiti in mind during the holiday period. The angel is 2 inches tall and 4 inches wide. Includes hanging loop. Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal...
$ 34.99
This olive wood salad serving set in the shape of hands are handmade in Kenya. These are large -- you may have a totally different use for them than tossing salads.Meet the Artisans Working with more than 100 individual carvers in Machakos, Kenya,Jedando Modern Handicrafts markets african handicrafts primarily made of wood and bone worldwide. Carving is a tradition in...
$ 23.75
This coin purse is made with 100% natural wool and non-toxic, azo-free dyes. The hand felting and applique details on this 5 inch by 3.5 inch purse are done by a womens felting business in Kathmandu.Meet the Artisans Walking into the Kathmandu production center’s reception you are immediately greeted by a cheerful ‘Namaste’ (‘I Salute the God Within You’) with...
$ 15.00
This backyard bird ornament can live outside or inside! Made with 100% natural wool and non-toxic, azo-free dyes, these little birdies are weather proof. Measures 5 inches in length, with a string loop and attractive info card.Meet the Artisans Walking into the Kathmandu production center’s reception you are immediately greeted by a cheerful ‘Namaste’ (‘I Salute the God Within You’)...
$ 15.00
This backyard bird ornament can live outside or inside! Made with 100% natural wool and non-toxic, azo-free dyes, these little birdies are weather proof. Measures 5 inches in length, with a string loop and attractive info card.Meet the Artisans Walking into the Kathmandu production center’s reception you are immediately greeted by a cheerful ‘Namaste’ (‘I Salute the God Within You’)...
$ 15.00
Handmade felt finger puppet doubles as an ornament created and assembled by skilled artisans working in a fair trade production center in Kathmandu, Nepal. Artisans use 100% natural wool and non-toxic, azo-free dyes. 8 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Walking into the Kathmandu production center’s reception you are immediately greeted by a cheerful ‘Namaste’ (‘I Salute the God Within You’) with...
$ 35.00
Made from steel drums by Haitian craftspeople in the section of Port-au-Prince, Haiti called Croix des Bouquets, this sun is three dimensional with a diameter of 10 inches. It has the natural patina that is prevalent in used oil drums rather than sheet metal. It has a small hook to hang the piece.Meet the Artisans Founded in 1990 by a...
$ 10.00
These house numbers are handcut and embossed by artisans in Haiti. They are approx 4.5 inches square and have holes for screws. Screws are not supplied.Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you are met with a cacophony of tink, tink, tink as ball...
$ 19.99
This gecko is handmade in Haiti from recycled oil drums. Each has a small hook to hang the piece, and is painted with a bright colorful design inspired by the local Haitian culture. From head to tail, the gecko is 8 inches long.Meet the Artisans Founded in 1990 by a multinational group of young entrepreneurs, Caribbean Craft promotes employment in...
$ 15.08
Enjoy the holidays with this 4-inch tall dancing girl tree pin. Made in Kenya, it is hand painted and made from copper wire and sheets of misprinted bottle caps. Safety pin closure.Meet the ArtisansCreative Alternatives works with marginalized producers in rural and urban areas of Kenya. The producers take pride in the product ideas they are able to develop and...
$ 14.99
This set of two handmade wire bicycles, each with a raffia loop, make unique holiday ornaments. Each bicycle is approx 4 inches in size. Sold Individually. Called a "boda boda" by the locals, bicycles are used as public transportation (you ride on a padded rack on the back) and are named for the bicycles used to transport people across the...
$ 24.95
Hand-felted tiny dream house. For holding treasures or just for play. Flower Fairy included. 5.5 inches x 4 inches x 6 inchesMeet the Artisans Global Groove is a fair trade organization working with women by supporting and developing artisan co-ops in Thailand and Nepal. The Fair Trade industry is expanding and we are proud to be a part of a...
$ 16.25
This 5 inch tall holiday ornament is made from 100% natural wool and non-toxic, azo-free dyes.Meet the Artisans Walking into the Kathmandu production center’s reception you are immediately greeted by a cheerful ‘Namaste’ (‘I Salute the God Within You’) with hands pressed together in a prayerful expression. Proceeding into any of the production halls you’ll be greeted by a complete...
$ 42.50
This hand-felted wool birdhouse is made of sustainably harvested, naturally water repellent wool. Surface moisture from dew, rain or snow quickly dries in the open air. Wool is also naturally dirt and mold resistant. The 1.25 inch hole can be enlarged to 1.5 inches to appeal to larger birds. Measures 9 inches tall by 10 inches wideMeet the Artisans Walking...
$ 49.99
Depicting a Tree of Life, this piece is handcrafted from steel drums in Haiti. It is 14 inches in diameter. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use.Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you are met with a cacophony of tink, tink, tink as ball...
$ 49.99
Depicting a Tree of Life, this piece is handcrafted from steel drums in Haiti. It is 14 inches in diameter and suitable for indoor or outdoor use.Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you are met with a cacophony of tink, tink, tink as...
$ 49.99
Depicting a Tree of Life, this piece is handcrafted from steel drums in Haiti. It is 14 inches in diameter and suitable for indoor or outdoor use.Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you are met with a cacophony of tink, tink, tink as...
$ 15.00
Handmade felt finger puppet that doubles as an ornament is the creation of skilled artisans working in a fair trade production center in Kathmandu, Nepal. Artisans use 100% natural wool and non-toxic, azo-free dyes. 5 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Walking into the Kathmandu production center’s reception you are immediately greeted by a cheerful ‘Namaste’ (‘I Salute the God Within You’)...
$ 29.95
Everyone loves the mushroom design! Hanging approximately 17 inches from a blue cloud, 6 unique hand-felted mushrooms on 4 strands are intermingled with leaves.. 100% All Natural Wool. Meet the Artisans Global Groove is a fair trade organization working with women by supporting and developing artisan co-ops in Thailand and Nepal. The Fair Trade industry is expanding and we are...
$ 29.95
Handmade by Nepalese women, this hand-felted wool mobile with strands of colored clouds and rain drops hangs approximately 24 inches from the top loop. Rainbow colored rain and hearts shower down from a grey-blue cloud. Meet the Artisans Global Groove is a fair trade organization working with women by supporting and developing artisan co-ops in Thailand and Nepal. The Fair...
$ 15.00
Handmade felt finger puppets double as ornaments created and assembled by skilled artisans working in a fair trade production center in Kathmandu, Nepal. a Artisans use 100% natural wool and non-toxic, azo-free dyes. 5 inches in size.Meet the Artisans Woolie Finger Puppet - Sheep - Wild Woolies (T) Sheep’s wool is an amazingly adaptable fiber. It can be dyed any...
$ 15.00
Handmade felt finger puppets double as ornaments created and assembled by skilled artisans working in a fair trade production center in Kathmandu, Nepal. Artisans use 100% natural wool and non-toxic, azo-free dyes. 8 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Walking into the Kathmandu production center’s reception you are immediately greeted by a cheerful ‘Namaste’ (‘I Salute the God Within You’) with hands...
$ 15.00
Handmade felt finger puppets double as ornaments created and assembled by skilled artisans working in a fair trade production center in Kathmandu, Nepal. Artisans use 100% natural wool and non-toxic, azo-free dyes. 5.25 inches tall, excluding feelers.Meet the Artisans Walking into the Kathmandu production center’s reception you are immediately greeted by a cheerful ‘Namaste’ (‘I Salute the God Within You’)...
$ 32.00
Beautiful hand-felted in Nepal, this have-you-any-wool mobile with colored clouds and sheep will help get your little one to sleep. Hangs approximately 19 inches on 4 unique strands with a mixture of clouds and sheep. 100% All Natural Wool.Meet the Artisans Global Groove is a fair trade organization working with women by supporting and developing artisan co-ops in Thailand and...
$ 32.00
So darn cute, this hand-felted have-you-any wool mobile from Nepal with colored clouds and sheep will help get your little one to sleep. Hangs approximately 19 inches on 4 unique strands with a mixture of clouds and sheep.Meet the Artisans Global Groove is a fair trade organization working with women by supporting and developing artisan co-ops in Thailand and Nepal....
$ 15.00
These backyard bird ornaments live outside or inside made with 100% natural wool and non-toxic, azo-free dyes they are weather proof. Measuring 5 inches in length this bird has a string loop and attractive info card.Meet the Artisans Walking into the Kathmandu production center’s reception you are immediately greeted by a cheerful ‘Namaste’ (‘I Salute the God Within You’) with...
$ 15.00
These backyard bird ornaments live outside or inside made with 100% natural wool and non-toxic, azo-free dyes they are weather proof. Measuring 5 inches in length this bird has a string loop and attractive info card.Meet the Artisans Walking into the Kathmandu production center’s reception you are immediately greeted by a cheerful ‘Namaste’ (‘I Salute the God Within You’) with...
$ 20.00
Handmade in Nepal, this lined moss-green bag featuring mushroom scene with flower and lady bugs has a zipper closure with a felt ball pull and a 44-inch long strap. 100% All Natural Wool, the bag measures 5.9 inches h x 7.8 inches.Meet the Artisans Global Groove is a fair trade organization working with women by supporting and developing artisan co-ops...
$ 24.50
So darn cute, this felt rose petal purse is handmade by Nepalese women artisans from 100% all-natural felted wool, The lined purse with zipper closure measures 6.5 inches in diameter and has a 42-inch long felted strap.Meet the Artisans Global Groove is a fair trade organization working with women by supporting and developing artisan co-ops in Thailand and Nepal. The...
$ 24.50
So darn cute, this felt rose petal purse is handmade by Nepalese women artisans from 100% all-natural felted wool, The lined purse with zipper closure measures 6.5 inches in diameter and has a 42-inch long felted strap.Meet the Artisans Global Groove is a fair trade organization working with women by supporting and developing artisan co-ops in Thailand and Nepal. The...
$ 34.95
So darn cute, this unique and fun fairy house is hand-felted 100% all-natural wool with lilac base and forest-moss roof. The roof lifts off for hiding secrets or fairies. Measures 15 inches high, 6 inches diameter. Meet the Artisans Global Groove is a fair trade organization working with women by supporting and developing artisan co-ops in Thailand and Nepal. The...
$ 39.99
These 11 inch salad servers are carved from olive wood with a cow bone handle. The patterns on the handles are created by melting wax on the white bone and dipping the handles in a dark dye. The intricate carving of the handles gives the appearance of two thick twisted vines. Treated with oil they should last a life time....
$ 42.99
Handmade from recycled steel drums by Haitian artisans, this metal art holiday angel is 14 inches tall, making a great decorative piece. The angel is large enough to be back-lit with a candle.Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you are met with a...
$ 129.99
This piece of Haitian metal wall art is 24 inches in diameter. It features a tree of life with geckos, hand-cut, embossed and painted. Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you are met with a cacophony of tink, tink, tink as ball peen...
$ 129.99
This 24-inch round painted Haitian metal wall art features a school of colorful fish. The piece is cut, embossed, and painted by hand. Suitable for hanging indoors or outdoors. Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you are met with a cacophony of tink,...
$ 129.99
This piece of Haitian metal wall art is 24 inches in diameter. It features a tree of life with birds, hand-cut, embossed and painted.Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you are met with a cacophony of tink, tink, tink as ball peen hammers...
$ 129.99
This piece of Haitian metal wall art is 24 inches in diameter. It features two large fish jumping, hand-cut, embossed and painted.Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you are met with a cacophony of tink, tink, tink as ball peen hammers strike sheets...
$ 21.50
Highly grained hand carved olive wood bowl from Kenya, approximately 6 inches in diameter by 2 inches tall. Please allow for variations due to the hand carved nature of the bowl. Meet the Artisans Working with more than 100 individual carvers in Machakos, Kenya,Jedando Modern Handicrafts markets african handicrafts primarily made of wood and bone worldwide. Carving is a tradition...
$ 29.99
Highly grained olive wood bowl handcarved in Kenya using rudimentary hand tools, approximately 7.5 inches in diameter by 2.25 inches tall. Please allow for variations due to the handcarved nature of the bowl. Meet the Artisans Working with more than 100 individual carvers in Machakos, Kenya,Jedando Modern Handicrafts markets african handicrafts primarily made of wood and bone worldwide. Carving is...
$ 24.50
Handmade in Kenya, these 8-inch salad servers are carved from a single piece of olive wood in a unique twisted design.Meet the Artisans Working with more than 100 individual carvers in Machakos, Kenya,Jedando Modern Handicrafts markets african handicrafts primarily made of wood and bone worldwide. Carving is a tradition in Kenya with the children learning the craft from their parents....
$ 89.99
This piece features an angel and moon in a traditional Haitian design. Hand-cut and embossed, this piece is 24 inches in diameter. Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you are met with a cacophony of tink, tink, tink as ball peen hammers strike...
$ 29.99
Handcrafted by South African artisans, these earrings are slices of brass with a red copper center. The coloration of the 1.6-inch long earrings which hang from brass hooks, is achieved by applying high heat rather than paints or dyes.Meet the Artisans Brass Images was established in 1988 in the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, about a 4 hour...
$ 40.00
Handcrafted by South African artisans, this darkened brass cuff features a pinwheel design in polished brass. The feathering and color on this 1.5-inch bracelet is achieved by applying extreme heat rather than paints or dyes.Meet the Artisans Brass Images was established in 1988 in the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, about a 4 hour drive out of Cape...
$ 40.00
Handcrafted by South African artisans, this brass cuff with a feathered edge is accented with two pinwheels of brilliant brass. The feathering on this 1.1-inch bracelet is achieved by applying extreme heat rather than paints or dyes.Meet the Artisans Brass Images was established in 1988 in the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, about a 4 hour drive out...
$ 129.99
Hand painted, cut and embossed from metal oil drums by Haitian artisans, this stunning wall art depicts palms trees and birds. The sealed finish makes this piece perfect for hanging indoors or out. 24 inches in diameter.Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you...
$ 9.95
This handmade novelty dancing girl pin features a playful football design made from recycled tin can and copper wire, accented with colorful Maasai beads. Pin is approximately 2.5 inches tall.Meet the ArtisansCreative Alternatives works with marginalized producers in rural and urban areas of Kenya. The producers take pride in the product ideas they are able to develop and market through...
$ 9.99
Delightful dancing girl pin made from recycled painted tin heart and copper wire, accented with colorful Maasai beads (bead color may vary). Mounted on a safety pin for attaching to a lapel, hat, or backpack. Pin is approximately 2 inches wide.Meet the ArtisansCreative Alternatives works with marginalized producers in rural and urban areas of Kenya. The producers take pride in...
$ 9.95
This handmade novelty pair of dancing girl earrings features a playful pumpkin design made from recycled tin can and copper wire, accented with colorful Maasai beads. Earrings hang approximately 2 inches.Meet the ArtisansCreative Alternatives works with marginalized producers in rural and urban areas of Kenya. The producers take pride in the product ideas they are able to develop and market...
$ 10.37
This pair of handmade dancing girl earrings features a playful holiday design, made from recycled tin cans and copper wire. Earrings hang approximately 1.75 inches from hypoallergenic hooks.Meet the ArtisansCreative Alternatives works with marginalized producers in rural and urban areas of Kenya. The producers take pride in the product ideas they are able to develop and market through Creative Alternatives....
$ 30.29
Hand painted sheets of misprinted bottle caps are adorned with recycled wire and beads in this cute holiday pin from Kenya. With a safety pin closure, the pin is approximately 3 inches tall and will surely brighten up the holiday season!Meet the ArtisansCreative Alternatives works with marginalized producers in rural and urban areas of Kenya. The producers take pride in...
$ 9.95
This dancing girl pin is made from a local beer bottle cap and copper wire and accented with colorful Maasai beads. Mounted on a safety pin for attaching to a lapel, hat, or backpack, the pin is approximately 2 inches tall. Bead colors may vary from shown.Meet the ArtisansCreative Alternatives works with marginalized producers in rural and urban areas of...
$ 89.99
Hand cut and embossed by Haitian artisans, this 24-inch wall art features two intertwined trees. The natural patina makes this piece perfect for hanging indoors or out. Meet the Artisans When you visit Croix des Bouquets, the area of town known for Haitian metal art in the capital of Port-Au-Prince, you are met with a cacophony of tink, tink, tink...
$ 19.99
This gecko is handmade in Haiti from recycled oil drums. It has a small hook to hang the piece and is painted with a bright colorful design inspired by the local Hatian culture. From head to tail, the gecko is 8 inches long.Meet the Artisans Founded in 1990 by a multinational group of young entrepreneurs, Caribbean Craft promotes employment in...
$ 19.99
This gecko is handmade in Haiti from recycled oil drums. Each has a small hook to hang the piece and is painted with a bright colorful design inspired by the local Hatian culture. From head to tail, the gecko is 8 inches long.Meet the Artisans Founded in 1990 by a multinational group of young entrepreneurs, Caribbean Craft promotes employment in...
$ 19.99
This gecko is handmade in Haiti from recycled oil drums. Each has a small hook to hang the piece and is painted with a bright colorful design inspired by the local Hatian culture. From head to tail, the gecko is 8 inches long. Meet the Artisans Founded in 1990 by a multinational group of young entrepreneurs, Caribbean Craft promotes employment...
$ 42.50
This hand felted wool birdhouse is made of sustainably harvested, naturally water repellent wool. Surface moisture from dew, rain or snow quickly dries in the open air. Wool is also naturally dirt and mold resistant. The 1.25 inch hole can be enlarged to 1.5 inches to appeal to larger birds. Measures 9 inches tall by 5 inches wide.Meet the ArtisansIn...
$ 42.50
This hand felted wool birdhouse is made of sustainably harvested, naturally water repellent wool. Surface moisture from dew, rain or snow quickly dries in the open air. Wool is also naturally dirt and mold resistant. The 1.25 inch hole can be enlarged to 1.5 inches to appeal to larger birds. Measures 9 inches tall by 5 inches wide.Meet the ArtisansIn...
$ 42.50
This hand felted wool birdhouse is made of sustainably harvested, naturally water repellent wool. Surface moisture from dew, rain or snow quickly dries in the open air. Wool is also naturally dirt and mold resistant. The 1.25 inch hole can be enlarged to 1.5 inches to appeal to larger birds. Measures 9 inches tall by 5 inches wide.Meet the ArtisansIn...