Why Shop Fair Trade?

Top 5 Reasons to Shop Fair Trade this Holiday Season

1. Unbeatable Variety

Fair trade is the next best thing to traveling around the world and shopping at all the amazing bazaars and markets.  Where else can you find products from over 60 countries, all handcrafted using techniques passed down from generation to generation!

2. Try Something Different…

Often fair trade products are unique, one-of-a-kind products made from recycled materials making no two products alike.  Or they are exclusive designs that you just won’t find anywhere else.  If you want to be different and stand out among the crowd of mass-produced, fast fashion, then fair trade is the way to go!

3. Upcycle

Lots of fair trade products are made from recycled, upcycled or sustainable materials.  Things like bicycle chains, oil drums, fabric, glass and paper that would otherwise be trash get repurposed and given new life as fun products that have a story.

4. Support Local

The Mustard Seed’s unique platform allows us to both purchase from and contribute to local and global nonprofit organizations that support members of communities here and around the world. Learn more about how we give back on our Giving page.

5. Support Artisans, Alleviate Poverty

Workers on fair trade farms enjoy freedom of association, safe working conditions and sustainable wages. Forced child and slave labor are strictly prohibited.

By shopping fair trade, you’re buying a gift that truly makes a difference!