Ten Thousand Villages Partnership items
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When we first began researching the unique, earth-friendly items that we wanted to procure for our shop customers, we went to a Ten Thousand Villages store in Pittsburgh. We were blown away by the number of unique, recycled, handmade products that they sell! Their commitment to ethically source was also something that appealed to us. We continually search for new items, and Ten Thousand Villages items are always customer favorites. Below are some of the items in our store. Come see us at the shop or contact us for our current inventory.
To order items, please email classicelementsjohnstown@gmail.com with a contact name and phone number. We will call you to process the order. We will use the most cost-effective manner to ship products to you. Feel free to call 814.254.7702 or 814.244.0367 with any questions or concerns.
Handmade Soaps
Enjoy the natural pleasure of these scented soaps - Lotus, Sandalwood, Gentle Lavender and Cucumber - handmade by artisans in India. These soaps are made by members of the Harijan caste, for which health care and schooling is provided for artisan families. All our soaps made in India use palm oil grown on local plantations. This palm oil provides work to local farmers and does not contribute to deforestation. Bars measure 3.5x2.5x1 inches.
Dance Through Life Couple
A loving couple dances through life, the embrace forming the shape of a heart. Hand-carved kisii soapstone. Kisii soapstone, found only in Kenya, is a soft stone, easy to carve into many forms. Its satiny finish is achieved through multiple stages of sanding, followed by waxing. 5Lx2Wx6H inches.
SKU 732919464269
Salt & Pepper Stone Shakers
Carved from palewa stone and accented with copper paint. Tara Projects has been working with stone carvers in Agra for nearly two decades, improving the health and safety of producers, ensuring fair prices and emphasizing the importance of education for children. SKU 732919502695
Wire Gift Bookmarks
Curl up with a good book and these adorable Wire Gift Bookmark. Choose from elephant, cat, or owl shaped wire. These are shaped from recycled copper wire by the skillful hands of Kenyan artisans in Kisumu. and the paper backing is made from water hyacinth. The invasive plant species has plagued Lake Victoria and severely affected the livelihoods of fisherman. Innovative use of this nuisance plant for crafts, including papermaking, is contributing to the rehabilitation of Africa’s largest lake. Bookmarks measure approx. 2”Wx3”H
$34.99 732919449228
Waterfall Hand-Painted Scarf
Imagine the ripple of a waterfall made into a gorgeous hand-painted silk scarf. Painted silk scarf in peacock colors. Beautiful!
Silk
62Lx19W inches
Made in India
$24.99 732919494204
Take A Walk Scarf
Take a walk on the wild side. This psychedelic scarf seems to have all the colors of a light show, spotted on chiffon in a scale pattern of blue, fuchsia, and green.
Chiffon
Colors and patterns will vary
72Lx14W inches
Handcrafted in India
Due to the handcrafted nature of our products, slight variations enhance authenticity.
$24.99 732919515893
Tropical Breeze Scarf
Get ready for warmer weather with the Tropical Breeze Scarf. This scarf is lovingly crafted by artisans of the Asha Handicrafts Association. Sanskrit for “hope,” Asha provides opportunities for artisans in and around Mumbai.
Crinkle polyester in vibrant reds, greens, purples and blues with an abstract floral design
71L x 21W inches
Handcrafted in India
$24.99 732919498554
Sari & Leather Travel Journal
BACK IN STOCK!
Handmade paper journal with woven recycled sari cover and leather trim
50 pages
8.5Hx6W inches
Handmade in Bangladesh
$18.99 732919454321
Earth News Journal
A reliable companion, Earth News Journal made from recycled woven newspaper wraps your newsy notes and keeps you on task.
Recycled newspaper, cotton
8.5Lx6Wx1H inches
Made in Bangladesh
$20 732919505078
Colors of Peace Cross
With its hand-painted birds and flowers, the Colors of Peace Cross is a joyful decoration. Using sustainable pine grown in local groves, Salvadoran makers practice a folk art style originating in their village of La Palma. Founded amidst civil war, the group continues to spread peace through art. 5.25Wx8H inches
$69.99 732919466171
Sari Slouchy Bag
Colorfully pieced from recycled cotton sari fabric. Each Sari Shop Slouchy Bag is unique. From Action Bag Handicrafts, employing women and providing classes on literacy, nutrition and legal rights.
18Lx6Wx20H inches
Made in Bangladesh
$10.99 H-00051
Giraffe Bottle Topper
Top off your wine bottle or olive oil with a charismatic safari animal designed by master woodcarver Moses Kirimi, handcrafted by the fairly paid artisans of Kichaka Poa, and brought to you through OTICART International of Kenya.
wood, cork
1Dx4H inches
Made in Kenya
$12 H-00073
Tangram Game
A fun gift for a game‒loving host, the Tangram Box is handcrafted from shesham wood and haldu wood by artisans working with Noah's Ark, a fair trade organization in Moradabad, India. The cost of metals has skyrocketed in recent years, which has had a devastating effect on the local economy and on the lives of individual artisans. Noah's Ark has worked hard to train artisans to use alternative metals and materials and to create appealing designs.
Shesham wood and haldu wood
Packaged in a brown craft paper box with window opening
Base: 5SQ inches, Box: approximately 5.25L long x 5.25W x 1.5H inches
Includes 7 pieces and instructions
Handcrafted in India
Bicycle Chain Picture Frame
Perfect gift for your favorite cyclist or recyclist! Recycled bicycle chain makes a unique picture frame. In dark brown.
Bicycle gears, glass
Fits 4x6 inch photo
5Wx7H inches
Made in India
$14.99 732919517118
Pretty Kitty Ring Holder
Silver‒colored aluminum metal
Base: 3.25D x 0.5H inches, Cat: 1.5L x 0.5W x 2.25H (top of head) x 3.75H (tip of tail) inches
Handcrafted in India