Fair Trade Products + Lifestyle

If there’s one thing most of us can agree on, it’s that the day doesn’t officially start until we...

“Remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Try to make sense of what you see an...

The story behind the sticky notes – decorating our website and store windows this Valentine’s Day...

Looking for a fun night in? Get the gang together and host a game night! It’s an easy way ...

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

Red + Green = Christmas. It’s basically a foolproof formula. Ranking right ...

Few things in life are as delicious as fresh bread straight from the oven. Spread on some soft, c...

From the Incan genius of Macchu Picchu to the bountiful rice paddies of Vietnam, agricultural ter...

Let’s be honest: meaningful Mother’s Day gifts can be a daunting proposition. How do you c...

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

Do you have a room that could use an update? A wall that leaves you feeling uninspired? ...

Our newest collection of gifts and decor is dedicated to the comfort of home and the balance we f...

African women have had a skin care secret for centuries. Now thanks to our friends at The Leakey ...

Fair trade essential oils are here! Ten Thousand Villages has added three essential oils to our 2...

It’s easier than you think to be the host with the most… impressive tabletop. Whether you’re hos...

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

Bring summer to your office. We’re all wishing summer could last just a little bit longer. But w...

I scream…you scream…we all scream…there’s a reason everyone is screaming. Rich, cool, creamy good...

I live for summer. No shoes, cold beverages, camping trips, and awkward tan-lines. I love it all!...

The warm weather is finally setting in. You have your favorite pair of flip-flops out by the door...

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...

Bigger is not always better, especially when it comes to your living space. More space means more...

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

Coffee. We drink a lot of it. In all forms. Hot, iced, blended, mocha, java, with whip, decaf, n...

When the temperature drops and the trees lose their leaves, it can be tough to find the motivatio...

Do you ever find yourself starting to go crazy in those winter months? Do you have moments of pa...

Design and trend are just as important in fair trade retail as in any other kind of retail; excep...

Hosting a great party takes a ton of planning and work. Show your host that you appreciate all th...

You may never even have heard of a tagine. And if you’re like me, the unknown can sometimes be a ...

We have all enjoyed pumpkin pie. Usually, it comes neatly tucked into a plastic container, with a...

On my first visit to Mr. Junedi’s home, a piece of furniture sitting in the corner caught my eye....

One of the best things about living in an agricultural area is access to farm stands! Fresh produ...

Remember how fun it was to build a blanket fort? ...

With a twinkle in his eye, and a bounce to his step, George knows that his work in wire sculpting...

You know that feeling you get right after creating something beautiful? It might be a painting. I...