THE VILLAGER
Your passport to our favorite finds and fair trade stories

Dream of Warmer Places
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Winter is a tough time for traveling: delayed flights due to blizzards and traipsing through knee...
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Olive Wood for Fine Nativity Sets
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Sustainable Harvesting Techniques
Trees are not harmed in the harvesting of their wood, but rath...
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Wrap Up in Warm Alpaca Fleece
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Snuggle up this winter in something soft and warm. Alpaca fleece is world renowned for its unique...
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Kite Takes Flight Necklace from TARA Projects
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TARA Projects Combats Child Labor
TARA stands for “Trade Alternative Reform Action.” Establish...
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Cozy Up—Make a Winter Reading Nook
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A reading nook makes eyes to look
At worlds the words had overtook
A simple stream, a babbling ...
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Thanksgiving Entertaining Essentials
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Thanksgiving is a time for embracing family and friends. We remember and celebrate all that we ar...
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Shades of Snow- Decorating in White for Winter
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White can be a fantastic color for capturing the clean, fresh feeling of winter. As you re-decora...
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A Stone Menorah for Hanukkah
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Solemn and reverent stones in earthy shades stand proudly in this menorah from Dominion Traders, ...
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Sindyanna of Galilee
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About the artisans
Sindyanna of Galilee
For many years, Israel has faced war-related conflic...
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Wall Hangings
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There’s something about autumn that compels us to create a cozy home. We want to get all warm and...
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Succulent Plants
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Designing your own living succulent arrangement is a fun activity for yourself, your kids, and yo...
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Celebrating Fair Trade Month with Manushi, “The Energetic Woman”
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Fair Trade Month
Ten Thousand Villages wouldn’t be what it is today if not for the partnerships ...
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Shesham Wood & Alabaster, Nature’s Art from Egypt
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The natural beauty of wood and stone is brought through in this stunningly handcrafted tray from ...
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Bombolulu Workshops in Mombasa, Kenya
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Established in 1969, Bombolulu works with artisans with physical disabilities, teaching them the ...
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Travel Packing Secrets
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Dalaiah Kusner is the buyer for Southeast Asia and Central America here at Ten Thousand Villages....
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Sacred Sari
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Sacred Mark Enterprise
In Bangladesh, less than 60% of the adult population can read, and only a...
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Sips of Summer-Mocktails
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Mocktails bring all the class and nostalgia of the fifties without the dizzying effects of alcoho...
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How-To: Terrariums – Houseplants Made Easy
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There are two kinds of terrariums: open & closed. Here are some tips on how to set up each ty...
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Unique Host & Hostess Gifts: A Guide to Help Show Your Gratitude
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When you’re invited to a party or event, you are given the gift of good company and warm wishes. ...
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Holiday Mantelscapes - Exploring Fireplace Mantel Ideas
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A few beautiful examples of fireplace mantel ideas:
You’ve trimmed the tree with ribbons and bo...
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Christmas Ornaments - 10 Ways to Theme Your Tree
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Whether you’re looking for tradition or fun, here are 10 inspiring themes for your Christmas orna...
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