Fair Trade Products + Lifestyle

There’s no denying that we, as a culture, have a real problem. A waste problem. Shopping bags, pl...

There is a plant in existence proving to answer all our sustainability questions. She’s a true ji...

When a water shortage hit the Tamil Nadu region of South East India in the 1980s, leather workers...

There’s a whole lot to love about alpaca fiber. It’s warmer than wool because the hollow fibers p...

Our artisan partners value sustainability, and we do, too. Although we’re always looking for ways...

If you’re a regular reader of our Mosaic blog and this entry intrigued you, we have two things in...

Longer days, warmer nights, and the sound of birdsong filling the air can only mean one thing. Pl...

Pollinators are small but mighty contributors to the ecosystem we share (yes, humans, you too are...

Patience is a virtue, but it’s certainly not one that I possess. I’m not exactly the best at wait...

Cold weather is setting in, and you know what that means! Dry, dull skin. This year, don’t let dr...

“I can never keep a plant alive!” Raise your hand if you’ve said this phrase again and aga...

Guest blogger Katy Leakey explains why this new collection of serveware is so unique. “My husb...

Here’s what to do with all those apples. Autumn. The season of abundant apples in many parts o...

To the innovative mind, paper can be a wallet, a picture frame, a journal, a piece of wall art… p...

There were plenty of things that my parents always used to tell me that I’d grow to love when I g...

Fresh flowers. They always seem like a good idea. Their color and texture breathe life into a roo...

Looking at a landscapes from the top of a precipice, all the layers and lines become clear in a w...

Spring. Buds are blooming into soft flowers, while new sprouts poke through the soil into the war...

Whether you’re planning a wedding that’s classically elegant, casually chic, or super hero themed...

Last month, we explored the reasons why coffee is the drink of choice in the United States, and w...

Home. The sound of effortless conversation and tempting cooking smells welcome us as we walk thro...

Leather has been produced in India for centuries, but as the market grew more demanding, more and...

One of the fundamentals of fair trade is sustainability. At Ten Thousand Villages, we are committ...

Help the Honey Bees It’s no secret that honeybees are under threat of diseases and parasites bro...

Sustainable Harvesting Techniques Trees are not harmed in the harvesting of their wood, but rath...

Designing your own living succulent arrangement is a fun activity for yourself, your kids, and yo...

There are two kinds of terrariums: open & closed. Here are some tips on how to set up each ty...