Ball Vase with Iron Ring Base

Aqua. Violet. Amber. Olive. These colorful pieces are hefty with a true artisan feel. Each vase is crafted by hand from re-purposed glass, and sits on an iron ring base. 4" x 5".

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Maine Float-Rope Doormat

Float-rope is used by lobstermen to tether multiple traps together on the ocean floor. The problem with float-rop is that it can entangle whales. Maine lobstermen are now required to replace their float-rope with sink-rope. The Gulf of Maine Lobster Foundation purchases the old float-rope from the lobstermen, keeping the huge quantities out of the Maine landfills. The rope is then reclaimed and woven into virtually indestructible doormats by craftspeople in Maine. Maine Float-Rope Co. donates a percentage of their sales to the Gulf of Maine Lobster Foundation. They also support programs that protect the Northern Right Whale and research that promotes sound environmental practices for the state of Maine.

Colorful woven doormats in beautiful muted stripes. These unique mats are made from reclaimed lobster trap float rope, then woven by hand by local crafters in Maine. Colors vary so each is one-of-a-kind. 18" x 30". Reversible and easily cleanable. And, yes, they float!

Rustic Leather Journal

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Using traditional methods, a co-operative of 40 families in India hand makes each journal from leather. The leather is cruelty-free, taken only from fallen animals, then dyed using natural tree bark and vegetable extract. The inner pages are of recycled acid-free cotton paper. Two sizes, both with leather self ties.

Jambiani Metal Photo Frame

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Unique and intricately designed! The Jambiami photo frame is handcrafted from a pewter colored recycled light metal and handtooled by artisans with an intricate floral design. Frame size is 8" x 11". Photo window size is 4 x 6.

Recycled Sari Photo Album

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This attractive photo album has a history. The cover is handmade of recycled traditional saris -- some up to 25 years old. The saris come in an assortment of rich colors made from luxurious silk threads so no two album covers are the same. Inner pages are recycled acid-free paper. Each album arrives in a 100% recycled cotton box for protection and storage. 9½"l x 7¼"w. Colors vary.

Sabana Grande Kids' Hooks

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The Atuto Project, started by the owners of Kalalou, was set up to help the children in the tiny Honduran village where some of Kalalou's products are made. Many of the children do not have parents, did not eat regularly or go to school. With the help of Kalalou, using the proceeds from the sale of the Sabana Grande kid hooks, a daycare and after-school center has been built. All proceeds go directly to the Atuto Project that cares for and feeds these children every day.

Not only are these wall hooks totally unique and a great accent for a kid's room, but they also give back in so many ways to the children of the Honduran village in which they are handcrafted. Each face has its own personality. Sales benefit Doug & Susan's Atuto Project. Set of 4 wall hooks. 9" - 12".

Barefoot Trade Bracelet

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Acacia Creations is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, where they are busy turning recycled magazines into wearable pieces of art. They are also building a brighter future for their employees and their families by operating according to fair trade principles and returning a percentage of each sale directly to their employees in Kenya and Uganda. Acacia's employees receive a wage five times higher than the national average in Kenya!

Barefoot and beautiful! These elastic bracelets are changing lives in Kenya. Made from hand-painted recycled glass. $1 from every bracelet purchased goes to educate the children of Acacia's employees and suppliers in Kenya.

Handmade Traviata Scented Candles

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Aspen Bay Candle's development process is driven by the concept of true sustainability, which can be seen in their amazing Traviata jars made from recycled glass water bottles and hand-finished by small workshop artisans in Mexico. The was blend is a proprietary mix based primarily on natural, ultra-refined American soy. The fragrances are unadulterated by additives and colorants, providing unmatched performance of long and clean burning, incredible cold, hot and multi-note scenting. 

Striking hand-blown jars made from recycled glass water bottles are hand-finished by artisans in a small workshop hidden away in the mountains of central Mexico. The proprietary soy wax blend of the candle holds dramatic, unadulterated fragrances for long and clean burning. True candle art in a 20 oz. jar!

Bukhara Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug

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FabHabitat produces an eco-conscious line of indoor/outdoor woven area rugs. "Straws" made of premium quality recycled polypropylene (water bottles, milk jugs, etc.) are tightly woven into beautiful patterns. These rugs are very strong yet soft and comfortable under foot. The colors used are UV stabilized to prevent fading and deterioration from exposure to sun. Moisture has no effect and the rugs will not mildew. All rugs are washable and can be easily cleaned with a garden hose and soap. FabHabitat Rugs are lightweight and easy to take along for picnics and camping trips. The manufacturing process creates no waste: all cuttings and rejected materials are recycled and used to make more rugs. The water used does not come from drinking water resources and is continuously recycled.

FabHabitat adheres to fair trade practices and is a proud supporter of the Navjeevan Society for Research and Rehabilitation of Mentally Retarded, a charity in India whose primary goal is training, support and betterment of life for individuals with special needs.

Traditional oriental design in rich green and orange colors lends an air of sophistication to this indoor/outdoor area rug. Woven from recycled polypropylene plastic, the rug is reversible for a new look and is easily washable. Mildew and fade resistant. 

Lhasa Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug

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FabHabitat adheres to fair trade practices and is a proud supporter of the Navjeevan Society for Research and Rehabilitation of Mentally Retarded, a charity in India whose primary goal is training, support and betterment of life for individuals with special needs.

The Tibetan influenced design of the Lhasa woven area rug will add a colorful touch of elegance to your home -- indoors or out. Made from recycled polypropylene plastic, these Royal Blue and Chocolate rugs are reversible and washable.