Espwa Tote
from $180.00
DESCRIPTION: As the name indicates- this bag brings hope. "Espwa" is the creole word for "hope!" The Espwa Totes are all handmade, raw leather and one-of-a-kind, so expect some variation to each piece.
This piece is handmade with ethically sourced leather sourced in-country as a by-product of the food market. Handmade in “The Brothers” Workshop in Jubilee, a small developing community by the sea, on the outskirts of Gonaives. Founded by Benson Thermidor, this workshop employs over 20 people and is changing the story for people in this neighborhood.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Hand-stitched genuine leather
Provides vocational opportunities
X-Large is 20 inches wide x 16 inches deep
Large is 16 inches wide x 12 inches deep
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Haiti ♥
2nd Story Goods is a community of impassioned women and men working to design and produce beautiful products that do good, are good, and look good. Based in Jubilee and Gonaïves, Haiti, they provide life-giving jobs that instill wonder, dignity, and connectedness among their artisans. They are committed to building a company that benefits the community where it is planted by investing in employees, fostering positive change, modeling leadership qualities, and empowering future generations.
Your Purchase Provides Vocational Opportunities!
Pedale Bike Basket
$60.00
DESCRIPTION: Add a little style, fun, and of course, impact to your bike with the Pedale Bike Basket. This product was inspired by Pedale, a bike group in Gonaives Haiti to encourage locals to spend time in nature, appreciate the beautiful country of Haiti, and connect with one another. Fun fact: the artisan who makes these leads the bike group and never misses a ride.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Material:
Handcrafted from local palm leaves
Includes 2 adjustable velcro straps
Measurment: 11.5" wide x 7" deep
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Haiti ♥ 2nd Story Goods is a community of impassioned women and men working to design and produce beautiful products that do good, are good, and look good. Based in Jubilee and Gonaïves, Haiti, they provide life-giving jobs that instill wonder, dignity, and connectedness among their artisans. They are committed to building a company that benefits the community where it is planted by investing in employees, fostering positive change, modeling leadership qualities, and empowering future generations.
Your Purchase Provides Vocational Opportunities!
Hope Earrings
$20.00
DESCRIPTION: Tassels are hot - light weight tassels are even hotter. The Hope Earrings are fresh and fun.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Material: Handmade from thread and pine needles
Measures approximately 1.5" in length
IMPACT: The Hope Earrings are made by EverHope Collective, an organization launched in 2012 with a focus to renew hope and empower individuals and communities in Honduras through a mission-driven approach providing economic development, education and discipleship. Your purchase Initiates & sustains empowerment from poverty!
Tesha Pillow Cover
$64.00
DESCRIPTION: Classy geometric designs with some smooth colors AND tassels? This pillow can meld with just about any couch and still give enough pop to get noticed in a good way. Exclusive BB design from our March '19 time in the highlands of Peru!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Please note - pillow case/cover only
Measures approximately 14" by 14"
Zipper for pillow insert
Fits 14" by 14" pillow inserts
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Peru ♥ The Tesha Pillow Cover come to us from Threads of Hope who works with artisans in Peru to create safe and dignified employment through the creation of intricate products that reflect the beauty of Peru. Your Purchase Provides Sustainable Employment!
Fiesta Clutch
$58.00
DESCRIPTION: Our BB exclusive Fiesta Clutch is all about the tassels! We had the honor (and adventure!) of traveling to Peru in March '19 to spend time with our Peruvian partner. We worked with them to design the Fiesta - a strikingly beautiful patterned purse in two flavors!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Measures approximately 11" in length by 7" in width
Tasseled front with woven canvas back
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Peru ♥ The Fiesta Clutch comes to us via Threads of Hope who works with artisans in Peru to create safe and dignified employment through the creation of intricate products that reflect the beauty of Peru.
Your purchase provides sustainable employment!
Meredith's Slotted Spoon
$19.00
DESCRIPTION: Meredith's Slotted Spoon may be perfect for those side dishes, but it will be sure to steal the show.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Measures approximately 12.5 inches in length
Material:
Hand-carved from light colored Musave wood or the marbled dark colored Acacia wood
Natural wood finished with beeswax polish
Care: Hand-wash with mild soap and warm water + avoid bleach and the dishwasher
Shape and pattern may vary slightly as they are all carved by hand from different cuts of wood
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ Made by artisans with Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives for the development of Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the brokenness of the world- both in ""the West"" as well as in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
Not Your Mother's Pie Server
$17.00
DESCRIPTION: Move over metal and plastic...this light yet sturdy pie server is as fresh and beautiful as what you're serving at your next get together.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Measure approximately 10.5 inches in length
Hand-carved from Musave tree – a tree that regrows after it’s been cut
Natural wood finished with beeswax polish
Shape and pattern may vary slightly as they are all carved by hand from different cuts of wood
Care: Hand wash with mild soap and warm water + avoid bleach and the dishwasher
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives to develop Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the world's brokenness- both in "the West" and in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
Your Purchase Strengthens Communities!
Assorted Tea Blossom Trivets
$22.00
DESCRIPTION: Sisal fibers threaded over a core of locally-gathered forest grasses create these beautiful and handy additions to your dinner table! Too pretty to use? Don't worry, they come with a loop for wall hanging and home decor.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Diameter measures approximately 9" across
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ Our Tea Blossom Trivets are made by artisans with Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives for the development of Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the brokenness of the world- both in ""the West"" as well as in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
Your purchase strengthens communities!
Olive Wood Spoon Rest
$28.00
DESCRIPTION: Handcrafted from the finest olive wood, these unique spoon feature vibrant wood grains and are coated with a natural, food-safe beeswax finish.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Handcrafted from locally-sourced olive wood
Finished with a food-safe beeswax finish
Measures approximately 8.50" L x 3.50" W x 1.25" H
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Jordan ♥ These Olive Wood Spoon Rests are made by artisans with Holy Land Designs, an organization focused on loving, empowering, and employing deaf, disabled, and disadvantaged individuals in their community of Amman, Jordan. Located in the hills of the ancient Roman city of Philadelphia, their workshop currently trains and supports around 20 full-time artisans. These artisans express their creative talents through traditional mediums like stone, wood, and sand. Holy Land Designs helps these middle-eastern families thrive in the culturally rich, yet often-harsh world of their surroundings. Your purchase empowers physically disadvantaged artisans!
Arabesque Slim Bangle
$50.00
DESCRIPTION: Delicate and pretty, this bangle features hand-stitched patterns inspired by the geometric motifs distinctive in Middle-Eastern art and architecture. This collection is made by and made to to honor the heritage of refugees from Afghanistan, Palestine, Syria, Iran, and Myanmar living in Malaysia.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
0.3" in width and 2.75" in diameter
24 karat gold plated bangle
Lead free and Nickel free
Cast in small batches
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Malaysia ♥ The Arabesque Slim Bangle is made by artisans with Earth Heir, an organization created with a desire to improve the income of artisans, refugees, and differently-abled persons. They mentor refugees and survivors of human trafficking, training them in the Earth Heir workspace, as well as give a portion of sale proceeds to plant trees. Your Purchase Supports Underprivileged and Disadvantaged Artisans!
Silver-Plated Nussum Bangle
$70.00
DESCRIPTION: A bold, statement bangle with hand-stitched patterns inspired by the undulating mountains of Myanmar, to honor the heritage of Burmese refugees living in Malaysia.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
1" in width and 2.75" in diameter
Pure .999 silver plated
Lead free and Nickel free
Cast in small batches
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Malaysia ♥ The Silver-Plated Nussum Bangle is made by artisans with Earth Heir, an organization created with a desire to improve the income of artisans, refugees, and differently-abled persons. They mentor survivors of human trafficking, training them in the Earth Heir workspace, as well as give a portion of sale proceeds to plant trees.Your Purchase Supports Underprivileged and Disadvantaged Artisans!
Good Vibes Party Tassel Garland
$13.00
DESCRIPTION: Did someone say party?! Well, that's what these tassels say...add a festive and celebratory atmosphere to anything with this vibrant tassel string, made just for Bought Beautifully.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Measure approximately 6' in length with 15 adjustable tassels
Tassels feature handwoven natural sisal fibers
Available in "blues" or "blushes" color combinations
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ The Good Vibes Party Tassel are made by artisans with Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives for the development of Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the brokenness of the world- both in "the West" as well as in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
La Jacmel - Paper Mache Cow Head
$160.00
DESCRIPTION: La Jacmel is the name for these one-of-a-kind cow skulls created by hand with paper mâché and painted with vibrant horns offset by the patterned skull. Like the well-dressed friend we all have that pushes the envelope with style, pulls it off with class, and gets compliments everywhere they go!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Handmade paper mâché (lightweight!) + paint
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Haiti ♥ La Jacmels are handmade in the Hatitan beach town of Jacmel (hence the name) by local artisan Pierre Edgar Satyr. Pierre partners with the Artisan Business Network in Haiti which seeks to “empower Haiti’s artisan culture to improve community wellbeing”. And looking at Pierre’s work, you would never guess what material he uses to create them: RECYCLED CEMENT BAGS! What an incredible real life example of creating beauty from ashes (Isaiah 61:3), by turning old cement bags into beautiful paper mâché art.
Your purchase provides work opportunities in Haiti!
Barro Bowl
from $20.00
DESCRIPTION: This sweet bowl is perfect to drop your rings into at the end of the day or to create your own succulent garden or to hold your favorite candies.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Approx. 5" diameter x 2.25" height
Created from "barro" (clay) harvested from the mountaintops of Honduras accented with a rim of intricately woven pine straw + thread.
This product provides 5 hours of work for our Artisans!!
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Honduras ♥ EverHope Collective is an organization working to renew hope and empower individuals and communities throughout Honduras through job creation and expanded opportunities. They are a mission-minded organization that provides programming and support in the areas of economic development, education, and spiritual discipleship.
Your Purchase Fights Human Trafficking!
Dali Olive Wood Salad Server Set
$41.00
DESCRIPTION: These graceful salad servers are one of our most popular wedding, host, and housewarming gifts. A perfect accent for any table, these servers come with straight handles in matched sets.
Each of these lovely server sets is one of a kind and skillfully hand-carved by an elderly gentleman who grew up in Bethlehem and learned to carve at his grandfather's knee. Wood grains vary from subtle honey tones to dramatic swirls.
PRODUCT DETAIL:
Material: locally-sourced olive wood
Measurement: approximately 12.5" length and 2.75" width
All natural food-safe beeswax finish
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Jordan ♥ The Dali Olive Wood Salad Server Set is made by artisans with Holy Land Designs, an organization focused on loving, empowering, and employing deaf, disabled, and disadvantaged individuals in their community of Amman, Jordan. Located in the hills of the ancient Roman city of Philadelphia, their workshop currently trains and supports around 20 full-time artisans. These artisans express their creative talents through traditional mediums like stone, wood, and sand. Holy Land Designs helps these middle-eastern families thrive in the culturally rich, yet often-harsh world of their surroundings.
Your Purchase empowers physically challenged and underprivileged artisans!
Vino Leather Bottle Holder
$28.00
DESCRIPTION: Show up to your parties with class and style toting your wine in this handmade genuine leather bottle holder. The beverage is not included…but makes a perfect gift when you include your own!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Material: Hand-stitched genuine leather
Measurement: Carries most traditional wine bottles
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Haiti ♥
2nd Story Goods is a community of impassioned women and men working to design and produce beautiful products that do good, are good, and look good. Based in Jubilee and Gonaïves, Haiti, they provide life-giving jobs that instill wonder, dignity, and connectedness among their artisans. They are committed to building a company that benefits the community where it is planted by investing in employees, fostering positive change, modeling leadership qualities, and empowering future generations.
Your Purchase Provides Vocational Opportunities!