Gifts

This updated 2nd edition features a revised chapter. True Colors is about artists who create color from natural materials and about the historical importance and environmental sustainability of this practice. Deep conversations with 26 artisans from every part of the globe reveal their wisdom, traditions, and know-how—and suggest that we ignore what they know at our peril. Traditional approaches to making color offer sustainable options to a fashion system badly in need of them and memorable cultural narratives to a world hungry for beauty and spirituality. True Colors provides an immersive visual experience and an inspiring travelogue of personal stories and practical information from artists who are leaving their mark on the world.

Size: 9.0in x 11.0in  |  Pages: 252  |  300 Color Photos, Four-color Interior

Author Bio

Keith Recker is president and co-founder of Hand/Eye magazine and a board member and creative director of the International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe. His previous book, Pantone: The Twentieth Century in Color, has been translated into eleven languages.

Against the backdrop of Guatemala, this book presents portraits of artisans working in the ancient traditions of the Maya paired with insights into the creation of the textiles and the events that have affected their work. Weaving, spinning, and basket making have sustained the Maya economically and culturally against the pressures of change and a 36-year civil war that decimated their population. Their persistence in continuing traditional art has created some of the loveliest, most colorful textiles the world has ever known. Artisans share their personal histories, hopes, and dreams along with the products of their hands and looms. Their stories show determination in the face of unimaginable loss and hardship which instill an appreciation for the textiles themselves and for the strong people who create them.

Size: 10.0in x 10.0in  |  Pages: 152  |  214 Color Photos, 1 Map

Author Bios

Joe Coca is a photographer of people from all walks of life over five continents, industrial products and installations, architecture, food, and especially handcrafted textiles and other artisan goods. He lives in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Deborah Chandler is the creator and director of Weaving Futures, where she has had the pleasure and honor of working with many Mayan weavers. She is the author of Learning to Weave. She lives in Guatemala.

Teresa Cordón is the owner of the award-winning Comercial Naleb, a handwoven hat business. She is an avid provider of education and marketing for the work of Mayan artisans. She lives in Guatemala.

Handmade textiles are personal, no matter where in the world they've created, and these photos and explanations of 25 diverse world cultures' techniques vividly share the details. Take a voyage through these pages and see how today's artisans continue to create traditional fiber arts with age-old methods. Blending well-researched information, engaging style, and inspiration, the pages explore espadrilles, flatwoven rugs, mittens, voudou flags, mirror embroidery, and the histories they hold. This open-eyed approach will appeal to textile devotees, from the casually curious to professional artists, and to people who are interested in heritage crafts and diverse cultures. Brandon has written for more than a decade for WARP (Weave a Real Peace), a nonprofit networking organization whose members are dedicated to improving the quality of life of textile artisans in communities in need.

Size: 7.0in x 10.0in  |  Pages: 160  |  197 color images   |  Binding: Hardback

Author Bio

Deb Brandon is a respected textile artist and enthusiast, a writer, and a speaker. She is a professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Carnegie Mellon Universityand is also a member of WARP (Weave a Real Peace). 

Through evocative images, insightful descriptions, and companion personal stories, Joe Coca guides us on a global journey, weaving together place, people, craft, and story with the human thread that connects us all. Each section of the book features an array of remarkable photographs that shows a region's people—most often portraits of artisans working in ancient traditions—as well as surprising glimpses of culture and environment. From a high altitude soccer match in Peru to silk weavers in Laos, exotic locales are made personal through intimate portraits, the work of hands, and everyday life captured, not by an observer, but by a participant, a fellow companion on the journey.

Pages: 188 | 100 Color Photos, Four-color Interior images

Size: 10.0in x 11.0in  |  Pages: 188  |  Binding: Hardback

Author Bio

Joe Coca grew up in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of southern Colorado. After graduating from Colorado State University, he studied photography at Art Center College of Design in Los Angeles. For forty years he maintained a studio in Fort Collins, Colorado, but his work has taken him to cities and rural areas of five continents. He has photographed people from all walks of life, landscape, architecture, food, and especially handcrafted textiles. Coca has won numerous awards for his photography. He lives with his wife and two dogs in Weston, Colorado.

TURMERIC GINGER is Aromatic & Spicy with tasting notes of Golden Turmeric & Citrus.

Stand-out packaging: beautiful tea tin with the farmer's picture/profile and a hand-carved kenyan spoon.

Farmer-direct story: every purchase directly supports small-scale kenyan tea farmers. Justly made tea.

Hand-carved spoon: attached to each tin is a handcrafted, olive-wood tea spoon! Creating sustainable employment for kenyan artisans.

Earth-friendly: each tin is recyclable or reusable and offers up to 80 cups of tea

Whole leaf quality: customers enjoy a fuller flavour and each cup of JusTea can be resteeped for double the value!

Hand-picked tea from kenya: organically grown, free of chemicals and pesticides.

100% natural ingredients: non-gmo and fair trade federation verified. 2 year shelf life guaranteed.

100% NATURAL INGREDIENTS: Turmeric Root, Ginger Root, Organic Lemongrass, Licorice Root, Orange Peel, Black Peppercorn, Essential Lemon Oil (Gluten/Sugar-Free and Caffeine-Free).

Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 in (8.9 x 8.9 x 11.4 cm)

PEPPERMINT DETOX is Cool & Refreshing with tasting notes of Mint & Lemongrass

Stand-out packaging: beautiful tea tin with the farmer's picture/profile and a hand-carved kenyan spoon.

Farmer-direct story: every purchase directly supports small-scale kenyan tea farmers. Justly made tea.

Hand-carved spoon: attached to each tin is a handcrafted, olive-wood tea spoon! Creating sustainable employment for kenyan artisans.

Earth-friendly: each tin is recyclable or reusable and offers up to 80 cups of tea

Whole leaf quality: customers enjoy a fuller flavour and each cup of JusTea can be resteeped for double the value!

Hand-picked tea from kenya: organically grown, free of chemicals and pesticides.

100% natural ingredients: non-gmo and fair trade federation verified. 2 year shelf life guaranteed.

Ingredients: Organic Lemongrass, Peppermint

Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 in (8.9 x 8.9 x 11.4 cm)

LITTLE BERRY HIBISCUS is Vibrant & Tart with notes of Hibiscus & Sweet Berries.

Stand-out packaging: beautiful tea tin with the farmer's picture/profile and a hand-carved kenyan spoon.

Farmer-direct story: every purchase directly supports small-scale kenyan tea farmers. Justly made tea.

Hand-carved spoon: attached to each tin is a handcrafted, olive-wood tea spoon! Creating sustainable employment for kenyan artisans.

Earth-friendly: each tin is recyclable or reusable and offers up to 80 cups of tea

Whole leaf quality: customers enjoy a fuller flavour and each cup of JusTea can be resteeped for double the value!

Hand-picked tea from kenya: organically grown, free of chemicals and pesticides.

100% natural ingredients: non-gmo and fair trade federation verified. 2 year shelf life guaranteed.

Ingredients: Organic Hibiscus, Organic Rosehips, Black Currant, Cranberry, Blueberry, Elderberry, Organic Lemongrass, Organic Rooibos, Licorice Root

Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 in (8.9 x 8.9 x 11.4 cm)

CREAM EARL GREY is Smooth & Rich with tasting notes of Creamy Vanilla & Bergamot.

Stand-out packaging: beautiful tea tin with the farmer's picture/profile and a hand-carved kenyan spoon.

Farmer-direct story: every purchase directly supports small-scale kenyan tea farmers. Justly made tea.

Hand-carved spoon: attached to each tin is a handcrafted, olive-wood tea spoon! Creating sustainable employment for kenyan artisans.

Earth-friendly: each tin is recyclable or reusable and offers up to 80 cups of tea

Whole leaf quality: customers enjoy a fuller flavour and each cup of JusTea can be resteeped for double the value!

Hand-picked tea from kenya: organically grown, free of chemicals and pesticides.

100% natural ingredients: non-gmo and fair trade federation verified. 2 year shelf life guaranteed.

Ingredients: Kenyan Black Tea, Organic Cold Pressed Bergamot Oil

Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 in (8.9 x 8.9 x 11.4 cm)

Stand-out packaging: beautiful tea tin with the farmer's picture/profile and a hand-carved kenyan spoon.

Farmer-direct story: every purchase directly supports small-scale kenyan tea farmers. Justly made tea.

Hand-carved spoon: attached to each tin is a handcrafted, olive-wood tea spoon! Creating sustainable employment for kenyan artisans.

Earth-friendly: each tin is recyclable or reusable and offers up to 80 cups of tea

Whole leaf quality: customers enjoy a fuller flavour and each cup of JusTea can be resteeped for double the value!

Hand-picked tea from kenya: organically grown, free of chemicals and pesticides.

100% natural ingredients: non-gmo and fair trade federation verified. 2 year shelf life guaranteed.

Ingredients: Organic Chamomile Blossoms, Organic Lemongrass, Organic Licorice Root

Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 in (8.9 x 8.9 x 11.4 cm)

Stay warm with a fair trade scarf! This ultra-soft alpaca wool infinity scarf features colorful, traditionally-inspired patterns on a dark gray base, making this the ultimate winter accessory.

100% alpaca wool.

Hand wash cold, dry flat.

Do not bleach.

Our partners only use humanely and ethically-obtained alpaca wool.

63"l x 12"w.

Handmade in Peru

Stay warm with a fair trade scarf! This ultra-soft alpaca wool infinity scarf features traditionally-inspired patterns in wintry blues and cream designs, making this the ultimate winter accessory.

100% alpaca wool.

Hand wash cold, dry flat.

Do not bleach.

Our partners only use humanely and ethically-obtained alpaca wool.

63"l x 12"w.

Handmade in Peru

Unleash a splash of fun with this handmade, stuffed dolphin! Made of organic cotton with kantha stitching, it’s the perfect baby shower gift – especially when paired with a small quilt.

PRODUCT DETAILS:

• Size: 8"L x 10"H
• Materials: 1 Layer of 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton, 100% Cotton Thread, 100% Poly Fill
• Care: Spot Clean Only

Made by an artisan in Ajmer, India, this product is Fair Trade Verified.

This adorable and eco-friendly stuffed dinosaur features kantha-stitched details and is hand-made from upcycled scrap fabric pieces. 

PRODUCT DETAILS:

• Size: 8"L x 10"H
• Materials: 1 Layer of 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton, 100% Cotton Thread, 100% Poly Fill
• Care: Spot Clean Only

Made by an artisan in Ajmer, India, this product is Fair Trade Verified.

Designed to hold your travel necessities  - think toothbrush, face wash and moisturizer - this compact toiletry bag is lightweight and easily fits into any sized bag or luggage. Its small size is perfect for the minimalist who prefers to keep their routine down to just the basics. Complete the set by shopping our Cross-Stitch Toiletry Bag and Large Pinstripe Toiletry Bag.

PRODUCT DETAILS:

• Size: 8.25"L x 2"W x 2.25"H
• Materials: 1 Layer of 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton; Canvas Lined
• Features Closure: Gold-Tone Zipper and Pull Tabs For Easy Carrying
• Care: Spot Clean Only

Made by an artisan in Ajmer, India, this product is Fair Trade Verified and features a hand-stitched signature of the maker.

This large toiletry bag is both charming and functional. Featuring a hand-embroidered pinstripe stitch, this pouch is the perfect size to keep all your cosmetics in one place with an exterior zip pocket for convenient extra storage.

PRODUCT DETAILS

• Size: 10"L x 4"W x 7"H
• Materials: 1 Layer of 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton; Canvas Lined
• Features Closure: Gold-Tone Zipper, exterior zip pocket and tabs for easy zipping
• Care: Spot Clean Only

Made by an artisan in Ajmer, India, this product is Fair Trade Verified and features a hand-stitched signature of the maker.

The size of this compact toiletry bag is perfect for your daily essentials and favorite products. The flexible organic-cotton canvas, with a hand-embroidered cross-stitch, is designed to easily fit into any overnight bag, purse, or tote. 

PRODUCT DETAILS

• Size: 8"L x 3"W x 5"H
• Materials: 1 Layer of 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton; Canvas Lined
• Features Closure: Gold-Tone Zipper, exterior zip pocket and tabs for easy zipping
• Care: Spot Clean Only

Made by an artisan in Ajmer, India, this product is Fair Trade Verified and features a hand-stitched signature of the maker.

Spread the cheer this Christmas with this joyful and unique gift box!

Each box includes our Holiday Tea Trio, a Hand-carved/painted Zebra Ornament from Kenya, a Hand-carved Kenyan Tea Spoon, and a Tea Steeping Infuser.

3 FESTIVE FLAVOURS: Holiday Spice (medium-caffeine black tea), Winter Wonderland (low-caffeine purple tea), and Starry Night (caffeine-free herbal tea).

GIFT THAT GIVES BACK: Each gift box directly supports small-scale Kenyan tea farmers. Fair trade

Ingredients

African Chai: Rainforest Alliance Kenyan Black Tea, Allspice, Clove, Fennel, Cinnamon, Licorice Root, Ginger, Black Peppercorn, Rose Petals.

Kenyan Earl Grey: Rainforest Alliance Kenyan Black Tea, Organic Cold-Pressed Bergamot Oil.

Mt Kenya Black: Rainforest Alliance Kenyan Black Tea. Gluten Free and Vegan Friendly.

Why customers love justea: award-winning taste, stand-out packaging, and a farmer-direct story!

3 in 1 variety pack: featuring our top selling herbal tea flavours: chamomile dream, little berry hibiscus, peppermint detox.

Stand-out packaging: beautiful stacking tea tins with the farmer's picture/profile and a hand-carved kenyan spoon.

Farmer-direct story: every purchase directly supports small-scale kenyan tea farmers. Justly made tea.

Hand-carved spoon: attached to each tin is a handcrafted, olive-wood tea spoon! Creating sustainable employment for kenyan artisans.

Earth-friendly: each tin is recyclable or reusable and offers up to 30 cups per flavour (90 cups/trio).

Whole leaf quality: customers enjoy a fuller flavour and each cup of JusTea can be resteeped for double the value!

Hand-picked tea from kenya: organically grown, free of chemicals and pesticides.

100% natural ingredients: non-gmo and fair trade federation verified. 2 year shelf life guaranteed.

Ingredients

Chamomile Dream: Organic Chamomile Blossoms, Organic Lemongrass, Organic Licorice Root

Peppermint Detox: Organic Lemongrass, Peppermint

Little Berry Hibiscus: Organic Hibiscus, Organic Rosehips, Black Currant, Cranberry, Blueberry, Elderberry, Organic Lemongrass, Organic Rooibos, Licorice Root

3 in 1 variety pack: featuring our top selling black tea flavours: African Chai, Kenyan Earl Grey, Mt. Kenya Black.

Beautiful stacking tea tins with the farmer's picture/profile and a hand-carved Kenyan spoon.

Every purchase directly supports small-scale Kenyan tea farmers. Justly made tea.

Attached to each tin is a handcrafted, olive-wood tea spoon! Creating sustainable employment for Kenyan artisans.

Earth-friendly: each tin is recyclable or reusable and offers up to 30 cups per flavour (90 cups/trio).

Whole leaf quality: Enjoy a fuller flavour and each cup of JusTea can be re-steeped for double the value!

Hand-picked tea from Kenya: organically grown, free of chemicals and pesticides.

100% natural ingredients: non-gmo and fair trade federation verified. 2 year shelf life guaranteed.

Ingredients

African Chai: Rainforest Alliance Kenyan Black Tea, Allspice, Clove, Fennel, Cinnamon, Licorice Root, Ginger, Black Peppercorn, Rose Petals.

Kenyan Earl Grey: Rainforest Alliance Kenyan Black Tea, Organic Cold-Pressed Bergamot Oil.

Mt Kenya Black: Rainforest Alliance Kenyan Black Tea. Gluten Free and Vegan Friendly.

Why customers love justea: award-winning taste, stand-out packaging, and a farmer-direct story!

3 in 1 variety pack: featuring our top selling assorted tea flavours: golden green, turmeric ginger, cream of earl grey.

Stand-out packaging: beautiful stacking tea tins with the farmer's picture/profile and a hand-carved kenyan spoon.

Farmer-direct story: every purchase directly supports small-scale kenyan tea farmers. Justly made tea.

Hand-carved spoon: attached to each tin is a handcrafted, olive-wood tea spoon! Creating sustainable employment for kenyan artisans.

Earth-friendly: each tin is recyclable or reusable and offers up to 30 cups per flavour (90 cups/trio).

Whole leaf quality: customers enjoy a fuller flavour and each cup of JusTea can be resteeped for double the value!

Hand-picked tea from kenya: organically grown, free of chemicals and pesticides.

100% natural ingredients: non-gmo and fair trade federation verified. 2 year shelf life guaranteed.

Ingredients

Turmeric Ginger: Turmeric Root, Ginger Root, Organic Lemongrass, Licorice Root, Orange Peel, Black Peppercorn, Essential Lemon Oil Cream

Earl Grey: Kenyan Black Tea, Organic Cold-Pressed Bergamot Oil, Calendual Petals, Natural Vanilla Cream Flavour

Golden Green: Kenyan Green Tea, Toasted Organic Brown Rice, Sencha, Papaya, Black Peppercorn, Cinnamon, Natural Coconut Flavour

WHO MADE IT

Created and maintained by The Well in Baltimore, Maryland, Hon’s Honey is a social enterprise dedicated to giving dignity and purpose to women survivors of addiction, sex trafficking, generational poverty, and trauma. All products are made by an empowered community of women — each one committed to transforming their lives and embracing the next woman who walks through the door.

This Wooden Dominoes Set is ready for game night or fun on-the-go. Handcrafted with acacia wood and a beautiful blockprinted keepsake bag.

- Materials: 28 acacia wood dominoes with brass inlay and dark brown finish

- 100% cotton blockprint bag 

- Each domino measures 2"L x 1"W x .2"H. Bag: 6"W x 7"H

- Due to nature of hand block prints, each gift bag can be unique and comes in widely assorted patterns.

The dominoes are handcrafted in Moradabad, India by artisans working with Noah's Ark.

Artisans with Aravali make the blockprint bag. Aravali supports the work of close to 150 artisans in the Jaipur area, primarily men working in blockprinting workshops in and around Jaipur, as well as women in Rajasthan who produce embroidered items.

The Triangle Puzzle Game will provide entertainment for kids (or adults!) at your next family gathering.

- Mango wood puzzle in drawstring organza bag

- Includes 16 pieces and instructions

- 7L x 7W x 1H inches

- Handmade in India

- SMALL PARTS - Not recommended for children under 5

This game is lovingly crafted by artisans of the Asha Handicrafts Association. Sanskrit for “hope,” Asha provides opportunities for artisans in and around Mumbai. Fair trade

Take your fun to the next level with this handmade hacky sac! This game is fun to share with friends and family.

Each hacky sac comes in assorted colors.

Apx. 2.5" across.

Each purchase empowers Guatemalan artisans.

Made in Guatemala.

Our colorful ikat apron is perfect for those who love the kitchen and or grill! 

27"W by 29" L~ adjustable neck strap and 2 front pockets with tie in back.

Available in assorted colors- each apron is unique and will be slightly different from color in photos!

Fair trade, made by artisans in Guatemala

DESCRIPTION

The Diamond Ear Warmer is the perfect outdoor accessory for any season. It’s warm enough for the winter but can easily be worn well into the spring. This design will add a fun pop of color to your winter outfits and looks great with any hairstyle. Each ear warmer is knitted by artisans in Peru.

FEATURES

• Handmade in Peru
• 83% Acrylic, 17% Alpaca
• One size fits most
• Slight variations in size or color are a result of the handmade nature of each product.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• Hand wash gently in cool water
• Use mild detergent
• Lay flat to dry
• Do not wring
• Dry cleaning is fine

We love wrapping up your custom gift sets! Simply add your gifts to your cart + add this “create your own gift box” as well.... and we’ll take care of the rest! 

We’ll make sure to select the perfect box size, arrange your items in fun crinkly paper, and seal with our custom (eco-friendly) Mango & Main tape! We are also happy to add a personalized gift note- just let us know at checkout or reply to your confirmation email. 

WHO MADE IT

Created and maintained by The Well in Baltimore, Maryland, Hon’s Honey is a social enterprise dedicated to giving dignity and purpose to women survivors of addiction, sex trafficking, generational poverty, and trauma. All products are made by an empowered community of women — each one committed to transforming their lives and embracing the next woman who walks through the door.

These greeting cards incorporate a variety of handmade, recycled papers, making it environmentally sustainable.

Envelope included.

Dimensions: 4.5in x 5.75in.

Materials: Handmade Recycled Papers.

Our mission at Good Paper is to restore the human spirit. To restore the humanity and beauty within each of us that gets so easily forgotten and tossed aside.

We start with our cardmakers - women artisans in the Philippines and Rwanda. 

It continues with you, sending one of our creations to a loved one, and in turn delivering ...

Delight. Encouragement. Joy. Hope.