Made in Haiti

Show your hometown pride... or wear a souvenir from this beautiful historic city that we love so much! Our custom Annapolis hoodie sweatshirts are fair trade and provide job opportunities in Haiti and the U.S.

This unisex heathered fleece hoodie is slightly lighter and softer than our previous hoodies. The super soft, light-weight fleece will keep you feeling good while getting things done. 

Made in Haiti of high quality USA heathered fleece. 

• Lightweight USA Fleece | 50% cotton, 50% polyester | 7.2 oz
• Rib cuff and waistband
• Recycled polyester labels, drawcord and twill tape detail
• Double needle topstitching throughout garment

Design by our local friend Darin at 19fiftythree.

Handcrafted from paper beads, this star ornament will brighten up your Christmas tree!

3.5" wide

WHO MADE IT 

Decorate your Christmas tree with beautiful paper bead ornaments!

2" wide

WHO MADE IT 

Our new dainty gold accent collection is finally here! We're in love. Raw clay sourced in the central plateau region in haiti is processed + individually hand rolled by talented artisans in port-au-prince, haiti.

* handmade in haiti

* glazed, kiln fired clay beads on elastic

* approximately 7” diameter

* 24k gold plated accent

* fair trade

Decorate your Christmas tree with beautiful paper bead ornaments!

2" wide

WHO MADE IT 

Handcrafted from paper beads, this star ornament will brighten up your Christmas tree!

3.5" wide

WHO MADE IT 

The gorgeous Elora Ornament is handsewn and embroidered by our Haitian artisan team.  The impressive attention to detail can be found in the leaf embroidery on the dove's wings.  Each ornament is crafted with love.  Give this ornament at your next ornament exchange and delight your recipient with not only the beauty of the ornament, but the story of the hard-working artisans that created it. 

Details: Felt, White, Gold, Olive, Tan, 5"(H) x 8"(W) x 1"(D).  Handmade in Haiti by Vi Bella artisans.

• Bring some holiday joy from Haiti to your home by adding our beautiful tree ornaments to your Christmas tree.  They are handmade, to the last detail, using 100% recycled cotton cording. This macrame ornament can also be a thoughtful holiday gift. 

   *Our products are handmade and have just as much personality as the people who made them. Slight variations are a part of the allure. 

• PRODUCT DETAILS

  • 100% cotton cording
  • 6.5" length hanging string
  • 5" x 3"

• Bring some holiday joy from Haiti to your home by adding our beautiful tree ornaments to your Christmas tree.  They are handmade, to the last detail, using 100% recycled cotton cording. This macrame ornament can also be a thoughtful holiday gift. 

   *Our products are handmade and have just as much personality as the people who made them. Slight variations are a part of the allure. 

• PRODUCT DETAILS

  • 100% cotton cording
  • 6.5" length hanging string
  • 5" x 3"

These velvet ornaments will add rich texture to your tree!  Choose from an array of colors to coordinate with your decor.  Available in heart and star shapes.

Details:

• Heart - 4.5"x4", Star - 5"x5"
• Hand-sewn in Haiti by Vi Bella Artisans
• Velvet with ivory twine hanger

The gorgeous Elora Ornament is handsewn and embroidered by our Haitian artisan team.  The impressive attention to detail can be found in the leaf embroidery on the dove's wings.  Each ornament is crafted with love.  Give this ornament at your next ornament exchange and delight your recipient with not only the beauty of the ornament, but the story of the hard-working artisans that created it. 

Details: Felt, White, Gold, Olive, Tan, 5"(H) x 8"(W) x 1"(D).  Handmade in Haiti by Vi Bella artisans.

Ethically gathered cow bone up-cycled and molded by hand. On gold finished brass chain.

18”

Fair Trade

Made in Haiti

Haiti Design Co works to provide consistent employment in-house in order to give job training and stability to individuals in vulnerable situations, as well as raise up artisan leaders to succeed as independent entrepreneurs in the community. 

Our paper bead garland is truly a work of art. Each bead is hand rolled by our artisans in Pignon, Haiti, ensuring all beads are uniform in size and shape. The beads are then sealed and painted and finally strung, for a garland with a story to tell!  What a labor of love!

Details

• 48-50" in length

The Gabriela Paperbead Ornament is a gorgeous addition to our paper bead ornament collection!  Each bead is rolled by hand from recycled newspaper, sealed and painted.  They are then strung on the metal frame in between tiny gold beads.  Add this ornament to your tree or purchase as a gift and tell the story of the hard work and craftsmanship of the Vi Bella Artisans in Haiti.

• 4"x4"
• Paper beads rolled and painted by Vi Bella Artisans in Haiti
• Metal frame
• Choose from red or gold

Add a touch of organic elegance to your tree this year.  Our horn ornaments are made from ethically sourced materials in Haiti.  Mr Lafond and his team sand and polish until a shiny surface is formed, each one being totally unique.  Coloring will vary from ivory to tan to brown to black. These ornaments make wonderful pieces for ornament exchanges and come with a story to tell your recipient.

Here's what Mr Lafond has to say about your support, "Vi Bella has been a great partner for my workshop. We want to thank all of the customers that support our work. Because of you we are able to employ 30 artisans all year round." Thank you for supporting Haitian artisans using traditional skills.

• Each sold separately.
• Star - 3.5"x3.75"
• Due to the handmade and organic nature of this piece, slight variations in color, shape, dimension, and texture are to be expected and, as such, are assets of the handmade aesthetic.  

Add a touch of organic elegance to your tree this year.  Our horn ornaments are made from ethically sourced materials in Haiti.  Mr Lafond and his team sand and polish until a shiny surface is formed, each one being totally unique.  Coloring will vary from ivory to tan to brown to black. These ornaments make wonderful pieces for ornament exchanges and come with a story to tell your recipient.

Here's what Mr Lafond has to say about your support, "Vi Bella has been a great partner for my workshop. We want to thank all of the customers that support our work. Because of you we are able to employ 30 artisans all year round." Thank you for supporting Haitian artisans using traditional skills.

• Each sold separately.
• Star - 3.5"x3.75"
• Due to the handmade and organic nature of this piece, slight variations in color, shape, dimension, and texture are to be expected and, as such, are assets of the handmade aesthetic.  

Expertly crafted from the pages of old hymnals, these garlands are a music-lover's dream.  Recycled hymnal paper is rolled into paper beads by our talented artisans in Pignon, Haiti.  The beads are then sealed and strung onto twine, separated by knots and finished with substantial tassels, for an impressive look.  When you purchase Vi Bella, you support a job, a dream, a brighter future for our artisans and their families. Thank you.

The recycled hymnals were donated by our friends at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa.

Details:

• Size: approx. 62" long
• Made in Pignon, Haiti

The Gabriela Paperbead Ornament is a gorgeous addition to our paper bead ornament collection!  Each bead is rolled by hand from recycled newspaper, sealed and painted.  They are then strung on the metal frame in between tiny gold beads.  Add this ornament to your tree or purchase as a gift and tell the story of the hard work and craftsmanship of the Vi Bella Artisans in Haiti.

• 4"x4"
• Paper beads rolled and painted by Vi Bella Artisans in Haiti
• Metal frame
• Choose from red or gold

Add a touch of organic elegance to your tree this year.  Our horn ornaments are made from ethically sourced materials in Haiti.  Mr Lafond and his team sand and polish until a shiny surface is formed, each one being totally unique.  Coloring will vary from ivory to tan to brown to black. These ornaments make wonderful pieces for ornament exchanges and come with a story to tell your recipient.

Here's what Mr Lafond has to say about your support, "Vi Bella has been a great partner for my workshop. We want to thank all of the customers that support our work. Because of you we are able to employ 30 artisans all year round." Thank you for supporting Haitian artisans using traditional skills.

• Each sold separately.
• Heart - 3.25"x3.5"
• Due to the handmade and organic nature of this piece, slight variations in color, shape, dimension, and texture are to be expected and, as such, are assets of the handmade aesthetic.  

We love all the hand rolled paper beads in the Stella Star Ornament!  This ornament is truly a work of art and will be a hit at your ornament exchanges.  Pairs beautifully with so many of our other ornaments, including the Elora and Maria.

About the Artisans:

Our jewelry artisans roll each paper bead in the Stella Star Ornament from recycled newspapers. They are then painted and strung on wire to make a one of a kind handmade piece.  A great deal of attention goes into this ornament. 

Details:

• Pearl and gold painted paper beads, crystal beads 
• 2 1/2" x 2 1/2". 
• Handmade by Vi Bella artisans in Haiti.

Looking for a unique, handmade addition to your Christmas decor? Our Reindeer Metal Art is cut and chiseled from discarded 55 gallon oil drums in Haiti. Metal art has been a big part of the Haitian culture and provides hundreds of jobs for the people of Haiti. Won't it be fun to share the story of these reindeer and their impact with your guests this holiday season?

About the Artisan:

We've been partnering with Jhonson and his team for many years!  The attention to detail in his work is simply amazing - it amazes us that it's all done by hand with a hammer and chisel!  Your purchase helps Jhonson stay busy, provide more jobs, and support his family.

Details:

• Larger deer:  7 3/4" (H), 4 1/2" (w), 1 5/8" (d)
• * Small deer:   6" (h), 4 1/2" (w) 1 1/2" (d)
• * Handmade in Haiti from recycled oil drums
• * Made by Jhonson and team 

Crafted with exquisite detail, the Demi Necklace features a 24k gold plated heart and cross pendant on a 24" decorative chain. The pearl white enameled heart adds a touch of elegance to this must-have accessory. Elevate your style and share your faith with this timeless and classic piece.

Details:

• 24" gold plated decorative chain
• 24k gold plated heart charm with pearl white enamel
• Gold plated cross charm
• Handmade by Vi Bella artisans in Haiti

A beautiful bracelet set with a beautiful mission. Our artisans belong to often-marginalized groups that we are working to empower and advance in Haiti. Show you care by purchasing these boxed bracelet sets, perfect for gifting (or keeping)! Each card features a QR code that can be scanned to read more about our artisans - survivors, overcomers, and mothers themselves.

Details:

• Sets of four individual beaded bracelets that can be worn alone or together
• Glass beads with gold- or silver-plated accent beads and charms
• Amber with gold accents - Empowering Survivors
• Green with silver accents - Empowering Mothers
• Black with gold accents - Empowering Overcomers
• Handmade in Haiti by Vi Bella artisans