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Handmade in Guatemala and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eDe Colores Artisan Story\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGuatemala\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eChichicastenango, Guatemala, has become one of the most important heritage centers in Guatemala during the past 10 years, due to its predominant indigenous Maya Quiche population and their traditional textile products. 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Yet, despite increased tourism and a renewed interest in traditional Mayan crafts, work opportunities remain few for the indigenous population, many of whom are uneducated and otherwise unemployable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/240.jpg\" border=\"1\" alt=\"De Colores Artisan - Sewing a Smile\" width=\"170\" height=\"144\" align=\"left\" hspace=\"3\" vspace=\"2\"\u003eEnter De Colores Art, a local business that levels the playing field for villagers by offering free training to anyone who demonstrates the initiative to learn a trade. The company employs 30 women and 18 men to knit and embroider textile products, with the option of working at home using materials provided by the company. De Colores recognizes the culture of its Mayan employees, and as such allows flexible hours and gives time off for sowing and harvest days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eDe Colores also invests in community education projects by funding two local schools in the neighboring towns of Chujupen y Pachoj, and by providing scholarships to qualifying students.\u003cspan id=\"_marker\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"_marker\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eIn addition to stimulating the local economy by creating new jobs, De Colores makes a conscious effort to use recycled materials whenever possible. The reason for this is twofold: to preserve Mayan culture, as recycled textiles showcase traditional knitting patterns that aren’t often seen in newer textiles, and to reduce scraps and waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/243.jpg\" border=\"1\" alt=\"DC: Artisan-3 264x199\" width=\"177\" height=\"133\" align=\"right\" hspace=\"4\" vspace=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eCommunities collaborate in the production process, as men work on the biggest textiles and women do the embroidery, crochet and macramé seen in smaller pieces. In some cases, in order to be competitive, sewing machines are used to assemble the finished product, although all the components are handmade and handembroidered from cotton, wool and\/or silk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45472588955863,"sku":"DC:HUIHNDBG-ODBK","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/3928-Recycled-Huipil-Hand-Bag-Over-Dyed-Purse-Guatemala-Fair-Trade-De-Colores.jpg?v=1722285141"},{"product_id":"huipil-coin-purse","title":"Floral Huipil Zippered Pouch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis cute coin purse has been handcrafted in Guatemala from recycled huipils, the traditional blouse worn by Mayan women in Guatemala. To the knowedgable observer, a huipil (wee-peel) identifies a woman's village, social and marital status, religious background, wealth, and individual personality. A well-woven huipil can last 20 to 30 years before it's sold at market and starts a second life as a rag, quilt or handbag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasures 6\" wide x 4\" high\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLined with zipper closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince these items are created from many different blouses, designs and styles will vary. Handmade in Guatemala and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eDe Colores Artisan Story\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003eGuatemala\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eChichicastenango, Guatemala, has become one of the most important heritage centers in Guatemala during the past 10 years, due to its predominant indigenous Maya Quiche population and their traditional textile products. Yet, despite increased tourism and a renewed interest in traditional Mayan crafts, work opportunities remain few for the indigenous population, many of whom are uneducated and otherwise unemployable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/240.jpg\" border=\"1\" alt=\"De Colores Artisan - Sewing a Smile\" hspace=\"3\" vspace=\"2\" width=\"170\" height=\"144\" align=\"left\"\u003eEnter De Colores Art, a local business that levels the playing field for villagers by offering free training to anyone who demonstrates the initiative to learn a trade. The company employs 30 women and 18 men to knit and embroider textile products, with the option of working at home using materials provided by the company. De Colores recognizes the culture of its Mayan employees, and as such allows flexible hours and gives time off for sowing and harvest days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eDe Colores also invests in community education projects by funding two local schools in the neighboring towns of Chujupen y Pachoj, and by providing scholarships to qualifying students.\u003cspan id=\"_marker\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"_marker\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eIn addition to stimulating the local economy by creating new jobs, De Colores makes a conscious effort to use recycled materials whenever possible. The reason for this is twofold: to preserve Mayan culture, as recycled textiles showcase traditional knitting patterns that aren’t often seen in newer textiles, and to reduce scraps and waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/243.jpg\" border=\"1\" alt=\"DC: Artisan-3 264x199\" hspace=\"4\" vspace=\"1\" width=\"177\" height=\"133\" align=\"right\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eCommunities collaborate in the production process, as men work on the biggest textiles and women do the embroidery, crochet and macramé seen in smaller pieces. In some cases, in order to be competitive, sewing machines are used to assemble the finished product, although all the components are handmade and handembroidered from cotton, wool and\/or silk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45472589021399,"sku":"DC:HUIZIP","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/1204-Recycled-Huipil-Zipper-Bag-Purse-Pouch-Guatemala-Fair-Trade-De-Colores.jpg?v=1722285146"},{"product_id":"joyabaj-handbag-large","title":"Large Joyabaj Handbag","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur large Joyabaj Handbag has been handmade in Guatemala from recycled huipils. A \u003ci\u003ehuipil\u003c\/i\u003e (wee-peel) is a traditional blouse worn by Mayan women in Guatemala, and to the knowledgeable observer it identifies her village, social and marital status, religious background, wealth, and individual personality. A well-woven huipil can last 20 to 30 years before it's sold at market and starts a second life as a rag, quilt, or handbag. Since these items are created from many different blouses, designs and styles will vary slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasures 18\" wide x 13\" high \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMagnetic clasp closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in Black or Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince these items are created from many different blouses, designs and styles will vary. Handmade in Guatemala and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eDe Colores Artisan Story\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003eGuatemala\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eChichicastenango, Guatemala, has become one of the most important heritage centers in Guatemala during the past 10 years, due to its predominant indigenous Maya Quiche population and their traditional textile products. Yet, despite increased tourism and a renewed interest in traditional Mayan crafts, work opportunities remain few for the indigenous population, many of whom are uneducated and otherwise unemployable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/240.jpg\" border=\"1\" alt=\"De Colores Artisan - Sewing a Smile\" hspace=\"3\" vspace=\"2\" width=\"170\" height=\"144\" align=\"left\"\u003eEnter De Colores Art, a local business that levels the playing field for villagers by offering free training to anyone who demonstrates the initiative to learn a trade. The company employs 30 women and 18 men to knit and embroider textile products, with the option of working at home using materials provided by the company. De Colores recognizes the culture of its Mayan employees, and as such allows flexible hours and gives time off for sowing and harvest days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eDe Colores also invests in community education projects by funding two local schools in the neighboring towns of Chujupen y Pachoj, and by providing scholarships to qualifying students.\u003cspan id=\"_marker\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"_marker\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eIn addition to stimulating the local economy by creating new jobs, De Colores makes a conscious effort to use recycled materials whenever possible. The reason for this is twofold: to preserve Mayan culture, as recycled textiles showcase traditional knitting patterns that aren’t often seen in newer textiles, and to reduce scraps and waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/243.jpg\" border=\"1\" alt=\"DC: Artisan-3 264x199\" hspace=\"4\" vspace=\"1\" width=\"177\" height=\"133\" align=\"right\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eCommunities collaborate in the production process, as men work on the biggest textiles and women do the embroidery, crochet and macramé seen in smaller pieces. In some cases, in order to be competitive, sewing machines are used to assemble the finished product, although all the components are handmade and handembroidered from cotton, wool and\/or silk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45472589512919,"sku":"DC:JOYHNDBG-LBK","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/3932-Recycled-Joyabaj-Hand-Bag-Purse-Guatemala-Fair-Trade-De-Colores.jpg?v=1722285152"},{"product_id":"joyabaj-handbag-small","title":"Small Joyabaj Handbag","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Small Joyabaj Handbag has been handcrafted from colorful huipils in Guatemala. A \u003ci\u003ehuipil\u003c\/i\u003e (wee-peel) is a traditional blouse worn by Mayan women in Guatemala, and to the knowledgeable observer it identifies her village, social and marital status, religious background, wealth, and individual personality. A well-woven huipil can last 20 to 30 years before it's sold at market and starts a second life as a rag, quilt, or handbag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasures 14\" high x 13\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMagnetic clasp closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in Black, Red, Black\/White, or Red\/White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to their recycled nature, no two handbags are exactly the same. Handmade in Guatemala and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eDe Colores Artisan Story\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003eGuatemala\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eChichicastenango, Guatemala, has become one of the most important heritage centers in Guatemala during the past 10 years, due to its predominant indigenous Maya Quiche population and their traditional textile products. Yet, despite increased tourism and a renewed interest in traditional Mayan crafts, work opportunities remain few for the indigenous population, many of whom are uneducated and otherwise unemployable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/240.jpg\" border=\"1\" alt=\"De Colores Artisan - Sewing a Smile\" hspace=\"3\" vspace=\"2\" width=\"170\" height=\"144\" align=\"left\"\u003eEnter De Colores Art, a local business that levels the playing field for villagers by offering free training to anyone who demonstrates the initiative to learn a trade. The company employs 30 women and 18 men to knit and embroider textile products, with the option of working at home using materials provided by the company. De Colores recognizes the culture of its Mayan employees, and as such allows flexible hours and gives time off for sowing and harvest days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eDe Colores also invests in community education projects by funding two local schools in the neighboring towns of Chujupen y Pachoj, and by providing scholarships to qualifying students.\u003cspan id=\"_marker\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"_marker\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eIn addition to stimulating the local economy by creating new jobs, De Colores makes a conscious effort to use recycled materials whenever possible. The reason for this is twofold: to preserve Mayan culture, as recycled textiles showcase traditional knitting patterns that aren’t often seen in newer textiles, and to reduce scraps and waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/243.jpg\" border=\"1\" alt=\"DC: Artisan-3 264x199\" hspace=\"4\" vspace=\"1\" width=\"177\" height=\"133\" align=\"right\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eCommunities collaborate in the production process, as men work on the biggest textiles and women do the embroidery, crochet and macramé seen in smaller pieces. In some cases, in order to be competitive, sewing machines are used to assemble the finished product, although all the components are handmade and handembroidered from cotton, wool and\/or silk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45472589676759,"sku":"DC:JOYHNDBG-SBK","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/17136-Recycled-Joyabaj-Small-Hand-Bag-Purse-Guatemala-Fair-Trade-De-Colores.jpg?v=1722285157"},{"product_id":"luna-rococo-handbag","title":"Luna Rococo Handbag","description":"\u003cp\u003ePretty and practical, our flowery Luna handbags are handmade from recycled Huipils \u003ci\u003e(pronounced Wee-peel) \u003c\/i\u003ein the rococo style. Huipil is the Spanish term for the traditional blouse worn by Mayan women in Guatemala. Huipils are the most significant part of a Mayan woman's costume, and to the knowledgeable observer it identifies a woman's village, social and marital status, religious background, wealth, and individual personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasures 12\" wide x 10\" high \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual cloth-covered, firm but flexible handles \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReverse side is the same color as the handles \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSnap closure and zipped interior pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in Blue, Brown, or Purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince these items are created from many different blouses, designs and styles will vary. Handmade in Guatemala and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eDe Colores Artisan Story\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003eGuatemala\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eChichicastenango, Guatemala, has become one of the most important heritage centers in Guatemala during the past 10 years, due to its predominant indigenous Maya Quiche population and their traditional textile products. Yet, despite increased tourism and a renewed interest in traditional Mayan crafts, work opportunities remain few for the indigenous population, many of whom are uneducated and otherwise unemployable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/240.jpg\" border=\"1\" alt=\"De Colores Artisan - Sewing a Smile\" hspace=\"3\" vspace=\"2\" width=\"170\" height=\"144\" align=\"left\"\u003eEnter De Colores Art, a local business that levels the playing field for villagers by offering free training to anyone who demonstrates the initiative to learn a trade. The company employs 30 women and 18 men to knit and embroider textile products, with the option of working at home using materials provided by the company. De Colores recognizes the culture of its Mayan employees, and as such allows flexible hours and gives time off for sowing and harvest days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eDe Colores also invests in community education projects by funding two local schools in the neighboring towns of Chujupen y Pachoj, and by providing scholarships to qualifying students.\u003cspan id=\"_marker\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"_marker\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eIn addition to stimulating the local economy by creating new jobs, De Colores makes a conscious effort to use recycled materials whenever possible. The reason for this is twofold: to preserve Mayan culture, as recycled textiles showcase traditional knitting patterns that aren’t often seen in newer textiles, and to reduce scraps and waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/243.jpg\" border=\"1\" alt=\"DC: Artisan-3 264x199\" hspace=\"4\" vspace=\"1\" width=\"177\" height=\"133\" align=\"right\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eCommunities collaborate in the production process, as men work on the biggest textiles and women do the embroidery, crochet and macramé seen in smaller pieces. In some cases, in order to be competitive, sewing machines are used to assemble the finished product, although all the components are handmade and handembroidered from cotton, wool and\/or silk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45472712261847,"sku":"DC:ROCPUR-LUN-BL","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/17137-Rococo-Recycled-Luna-Purse-Handbag-Guatemala-Fair-Trade-De-Colores.jpg?v=1722288537"},{"product_id":"patchwork-backpack","title":"Patchwork Daypack","description":"\u003cp\u003eMain pocket with divider, zipper pocket and adjustable shoulder straps, these are some of the many features of this recycled backpack. These bags are made from re-purposed fabrics. Sorted into like and complimentary colors, the patches are joined together to create these durable and colorful bags, perfect for school, short travels, picnics and camping!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese bags are handmade by the youth at Lakshya shelter home in Faridabad, India. Lakshya primarily supports children and youth who have run away from their homes. Lakshya, sends the younger children to local schooling facilities, and the youth are given vocational trainings to help earn a living and support themselves. Buy these unique products and support Lakshya's objective of providing better facilities to these children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasures 17” high x 12-1\/2” wide x 6-1\/2” deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExterior zipper pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in India and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eLakshya Artisan Story\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eIndia\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eLakshya, is a child and youth rehabilitation center located in a small village Bhatola, Faridabad, a few miles from Delhi. Lakshya was founded in 2004 by two brothers, Rajeev and Umesh; they started by training a few village women in making newspaper bags. The village women grew from 8 to 150 over the years, and today make newspaper and other paper packaging bags which are supplied to several stores in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"western\" align=\"LEFT\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/8609-Artisan-Lakshya-Textiles-Handbags-Journals-Pencils-Street-Children-Delhi-India-Fair-Trade.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"LAK:ARTISAN-1_240x180\" hspace=\"3\" vspace=\"3\" width=\"162\" height=\"216\" align=\"left\"\u003eRajeev and Umesh were part of a larger youth rehabilitaion programe, Karm Marg in New-Delhi. They began their own initiative by the name of “Lakshya”, meaning goal. With the support of the Salam Balak Trust, a well known children and youth rehabilitation center, Lakshya currently runs a center in the village. Many youth and children, who have either runaway from homes or orphaned are found at public places such as railway stations and bus stands. Lakshya's network of people, who closely monitor these locations and keep a regular contact with the local police, bring these youth and children to the shelter. In some cases, parents or relatives are contacted and the children are sent back, in other cases they stay at the shelter for sometime and escape again, while some stay on. Currently, Lakshya supports a mixed group of 25 youth and children in the age group of 7-25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" align=\"LEFT\"\u003eAt Lakshya, younger children in the age group of 7-16 years are sent to local schooling facilities. Due to limited funds, the organization has not been able to sponser children for further education. So, the youth learm several vocational skills which will help them to earn a living in the future. 5-6 youth are trained in making patchwork bags and other accessories such as, diary covers, wallets, purses and belts. Other vocational trainings include administrative jobs, cooking \u0026amp; catering, auto mechanics etc. Lakshya sells the handmade bags and other products made by these youth at the shelter through exhibitions and a few stores across India. The organization hopes to rescue and rehabilitate more children and youth who have runaway from their homes, and is constatntly trying to provide them with a more meaningful way to live.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45472712491223,"sku":"LAK:DAYPK-BK","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/9438-Recycled-Fabric-Patchwork-Backpacks-Day-Packs-India-Fair-Trade-Lakshya.jpg?v=1722288552"},{"product_id":"patchwork-wallet","title":"Patchwork Wallet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis wallet is made from recycled, re-purposed fabric. Available in three colorways, this trendy and smart wallet is perfect to keep your bills and coins in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wallets are handmade by the youth at Lakshya shelter home in Faridabad, India. Lakshya primarily supports children and youth who have run away from their homes. Lakshya, sends the younger children to local schooling facilities, and the youth are given vocational trainings to help earn a living and support themselves. Buy these unique products and support Lakshya's objective of providing better living and educational facilities to these children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasures 3-1\/2” x 4-1\/2” closed, 3-1\/2” x 9-1\/2” opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 card slots, 1 billfold with a divider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in India and Fair Trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eLakshya Artisan Story\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eIndia\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eLakshya, is a child and youth rehabilitation center located in a small village Bhatola, Faridabad, a few miles from Delhi. Lakshya was founded in 2004 by two brothers, Rajeev and Umesh; they started by training a few village women in making newspaper bags. The village women grew from 8 to 150 over the years, and today make newspaper and other paper packaging bags which are supplied to several stores in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"western\" align=\"LEFT\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/8609-Artisan-Lakshya-Textiles-Handbags-Journals-Pencils-Street-Children-Delhi-India-Fair-Trade.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"LAK:ARTISAN-1_240x180\" hspace=\"3\" vspace=\"3\" width=\"162\" height=\"216\" align=\"left\"\u003eRajeev and Umesh were part of a larger youth rehabilitaion programe, Karm Marg in New-Delhi. They began their own initiative by the name of “Lakshya”, meaning goal. With the support of the Salam Balak Trust, a well known children and youth rehabilitation center, Lakshya currently runs a center in the village. Many youth and children, who have either runaway from homes or orphaned are found at public places such as railway stations and bus stands. Lakshya's network of people, who closely monitor these locations and keep a regular contact with the local police, bring these youth and children to the shelter. In some cases, parents or relatives are contacted and the children are sent back, in other cases they stay at the shelter for sometime and escape again, while some stay on. Currently, Lakshya supports a mixed group of 25 youth and children in the age group of 7-25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" align=\"LEFT\"\u003eAt Lakshya, younger children in the age group of 7-16 years are sent to local schooling facilities. Due to limited funds, the organization has not been able to sponser children for further education. So, the youth learm several vocational skills which will help them to earn a living in the future. 5-6 youth are trained in making patchwork bags and other accessories such as, diary covers, wallets, purses and belts. Other vocational trainings include administrative jobs, cooking \u0026amp; catering, auto mechanics etc. Lakshya sells the handmade bags and other products made by these youth at the shelter through exhibitions and a few stores across India. The organization hopes to rescue and rehabilitate more children and youth who have runaway from their homes, and is constatntly trying to provide them with a more meaningful way to live.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45472712556759,"sku":"LAK:WALLET-BK","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/9485-Recycled-Fabric-Patchwork-Wallets-Billfolds-India-Fair-Trade-Lakshya.jpg?v=1722288559"},{"product_id":"crochet-coin-purse-retangle","title":"Crocheted Coin Purse with Guatemalan Money","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese hand crocheted coin pouches come pre-filled w\/ Guatemalan money (1 Quetzal); making them a unique gift for many. It's a great way to safely carry coins, bills, and credit cards in your pocket without losing them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are crafted by artisans at De La Selva. De La Selva, has been working with Guatemalan artisans for over 20 years and providing them with the right kind of markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRectangular or Round \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColors are Assorted\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach display comes with 24 Coin Pouches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Guatemala and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eDe La Selva Artisan Story\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003eGuatemala\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"estilo13\"\u003e“From The Mayan People To You” – De La Selva, located near La Antigua in San Juan del Obispo Guatemala, is a producer and global exporter of high-quality Mayan and Guatemalan handicrafts. The organization began its journey as an exporter of Guatemalan handicrafts in 1991 and after 19 years of hard work, team support, and market development, the company has evolved to approximately 35 staff members who work from the main office situated in San Juan del Obispo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"estilo13\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/4313-Artisans-Guatemala-De-La-Selva-Ceramic-Beaded-Jewelry-Mayan-Worry-Dolls-Games.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"SLV:Artisan-10_\" hspace=\"5\" vspace=\"5\" width=\"178\" height=\"239\" align=\"left\"\u003eDe La Selva works with artisans from all over this diverse country; each artisan is known for making a specific handicraft. Some of their popular product lines include the Mayan worry dolls, crochet stress balls, glass beaded jewelry, woven friendship bracelets, and miniature ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"estilo13\"\u003eApart from being a successful craft exporter, De La Selva plays other important roles in the lives of these artisans and their communities. Most importantly, the organization provides a market to artisans for their crafts which helps to supplement the income they receive from farming. De La Selva also partners with donors and developmental agencies from all over the world to make a difference in the socio-economic status of it’s producer artisans. Through various efforts, De La Selva has been able to achieve commendable results in providing basic infrastructure for far flung communities in Guatemala where their artisans reside including: local school facilities, cleaner drinking water, waste management, and other services. The journey does not end here and there are many more parallel developmental projects that the organization is working around. The De La Selva team along with it’s many supporters dream of making these indigenous communities self-sufficient so that they and their families are able to lead a better life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"estilo13\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/4318-Artisans-Guatemala-De-La-Selva-Ceramic-Beaded-Jewelry-Mayan-Worry-Dolls-Games.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"SLV:School Children\" width=\"320\" height=\"240\" align=\"bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45476873535703,"sku":"SLV:COIN-RCT-1","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/17426-Crocheted-Coin-Purses-One-World-Projects-Guatemala-Fair-Trade-De-La-Selva.jpg?v=1722367917"},{"product_id":"worry-doll-coin-purse","title":"Worry Doll Coin Purse","description":"\u003cp\u003eAccording to popular Maya belief, the Mayans tell their worries to the worry dolls and put them under their pillows, in the morning the worry people have taken away all the worries. You can use these worry doll coin purses for keeping coins and other trinkets, as well as to get rid of all the worries, so \"don't worry, be happy\"!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade friom recycled fabrics, these purses are handmade by artisans at De La Selva. De La Selva, has been working with Guatemalan artisans for over 20 years and providing them with the right kind of markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach measures 3-3\/4” high x 2-3\/4” wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Guatemala and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45476881727703,"sku":"SLV:WDCOIN-1","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/9388-Mayan-Worry-Doll-Coin-Purse-Assorted-Guatemala-Fair-Trade-De-La-Selva.jpg?v=1722367992"},{"product_id":"recycled-tire-clutch-fedora","title":"Fedora - Recycled Tire Clutch","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade in El Salvador using recycled inner tubes from car and truck tires, this unique chutch hand bag has a removeable strap. You can use as a shoulder purse or an evening bag.  Blue, Red or Yellow Leather trim is added to the look of this Envelope Clutch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures 7\" high x 12\" wide x 1 1\/2” deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e23\" to 11 1\/2\" adjustable drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront flap w\/magnetic snap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoveable Strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to their recycled nature, no two bags are exactly alike. Please see below for our extended description about how recycled leather is made. Handmade in El Salvador and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUca Ruffatti - Making Tire Bags\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch this video on how recycled tires in El Salvador are used to make handbags, wallets, and other useful items. \u003ca title=\"Uca Ruffatti - Making Tire Bags\" href=\"javascript:popvid('\/..\/includes\/popVids\/UCA1.html')\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eUca Ruffatti Artisan Story\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003eEl Salvador\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria';\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/148.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"UCA Tire Tubes 200x191\" hspace=\"8\" vspace=\"3\" width=\"177\" height=\"169\" align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIn Santa Ana, El salvador, discarded truck and car tires litter the road, ravines, and rivers, causing harm to the environment. Fortunately, one small artisan group, Uca Ruffatti, is not only helping to clean up the mess, but turning waste it into beautiful and functional works of art! Uca Ruffatti collects the inner tubes from the discarded tires and uses them to create handbags, purses, wallets and cosmetic bags in a variety of sizes and designs. The long-lasting toughness of the material contributes to the products' extensive life and durability. Some items are accented with recycled leather scraps and locally-grown cotton and indigo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/149.jpg\" style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"UCA: Tire Tubes BW 164x200\" hspace=\"6\" width=\"140\" height=\"171\" align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva;\"\u003eThe artisans at Uca Ruffatti have repurposed tires and car upholstery to create unique and environmentally friendly purses for the past 20 years. Artisans are free to employ their creative vision when producing the bags, so each item is unique and meticulously crafted, and of course, pleasing to look at and functional in form. As such, Uca Ruffatti's innovative product line has attracted attention in the United States and Europe, and owner Maria de los Angeles de Ruffatti plans to extend her modest workshop, which means even more artisans will have the opportunity for employment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn March 2009, One World Projects was recognized by the Fair Trade Federation on behalf of their collaboration with Uca Ruffatti. The \"Excellence in Product Design\" award was given in recognition of Uca Ruffatti's outstanding work in the field of design, innovation, contemporary style, tastefulness and responsible use of materials in accordance with FTF's principles and values.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: impact, chicago;\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#000000\"\u003e\u003cfont face=\"Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cfont size=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45476882186455,"sku":"UCA:FEDORA-BL","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/12430-Fedora-Recycled-Tire-Tube-Clutch-Convertible-Shoulder-Bag-El-Salvador-Fair-Trade-Uca-Ruffatti.jpg?v=1722368014"},{"product_id":"recycled-tire-clutch-juanita","title":"Juanita - Recycled Tire Clutch","description":"\u003cp\u003eCompact is key with our cute Juanita clutch, whose petite frame is handmade from tire tubes discarded from car and truck tires in El Salvador. Just big enough for cell phones, money clips, credit cards and the car keys, Juanita is proof that to recycle is a beautiful thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasures 9 1\/2 inches wide x 4 1\/2 inches high x 2 inches deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e14 inch wrist strap \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePinstriped cotton lining with zipper closure \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its recycled nature, no two bags are exactly the same. While measurements and designs are consistent, patterns on rubber will vary. Handmade in El Salvador and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUca Ruffatti - Making Tire Bags\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch this video on how recycled tires in El Salvador are used to make handbags, wallets, and other useful items. \u003ca title=\"Uca Ruffatti - Making Tire Bags\" href=\"javascript:popvid('\/..\/includes\/popVids\/UCA1.html')\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eUca Ruffatti Artisan Story\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003eEl Salvador\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria';\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/148.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"UCA Tire Tubes 200x191\" hspace=\"8\" vspace=\"3\" width=\"177\" height=\"169\" align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIn Santa Ana, El salvador, discarded truck and car tires litter the road, ravines, and rivers, causing harm to the environment. Fortunately, one small artisan group, Uca Ruffatti, is not only helping to clean up the mess, but turning waste it into beautiful and functional works of art! Uca Ruffatti collects the inner tubes from the discarded tires and uses them to create handbags, purses, wallets and cosmetic bags in a variety of sizes and designs. The long-lasting toughness of the material contributes to the products' extensive life and durability. Some items are accented with recycled leather scraps and locally-grown cotton and indigo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/149.jpg\" style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"UCA: Tire Tubes BW 164x200\" hspace=\"6\" width=\"140\" height=\"171\" align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva;\"\u003eThe artisans at Uca Ruffatti have repurposed tires and car upholstery to create unique and environmentally friendly purses for the past 20 years. Artisans are free to employ their creative vision when producing the bags, so each item is unique and meticulously crafted, and of course, pleasing to look at and functional in form. As such, Uca Ruffatti's innovative product line has attracted attention in the United States and Europe, and owner Maria de los Angeles de Ruffatti plans to extend her modest workshop, which means even more artisans will have the opportunity for employment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn March 2009, One World Projects was recognized by the Fair Trade Federation on behalf of their collaboration with Uca Ruffatti. The \"Excellence in Product Design\" award was given in recognition of Uca Ruffatti's outstanding work in the field of design, innovation, contemporary style, tastefulness and responsible use of materials in accordance with FTF's principles and values.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: impact, chicago;\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#000000\"\u003e\u003cfont face=\"Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cfont size=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45476882251991,"sku":"UCA:JUANITA","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/457-Recycled-Tire-Clutch-Wrist-Strap-Fair-Trade-El-Salvador.jpg?v=1722368018"},{"product_id":"recycled-tire-handbag-silvia","title":"Silvia - Reycled Tire Handbag","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade in El Salvador using inner tubes salvaged from car and truck tires with recycled leather accents, Silvia doubles as an elegant day or nighttime accessory that keeps the Planet looking good, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures 8 inches high x 13 1\/2 inches wide x 4 inches deep \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton lining with cell phone pocket, 7 x 4 inch zippered pocket and a built-in clasp for keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle 18 inch strap (9 inch drop length)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnetic buckle flap closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its recycled nature, no two bags are exactly the same. Please see our extended description below for more information on how recycled leather is made. Handmade in El Salvador and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUca Ruffatti - Making Tire Bags\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch this video on how recycled tires in El Salvador are used to make handbags, wallets, and other useful items. \u003ca title=\"Uca Ruffatti - Making Tire Bags\" href=\"javascript:popvid('\/..\/includes\/popVids\/UCA1.html')\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eUca Ruffatti Artisan Story\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003eEl Salvador\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria';\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/148.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"UCA Tire Tubes 200x191\" hspace=\"8\" vspace=\"3\" width=\"177\" height=\"169\" align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIn Santa Ana, El salvador, discarded truck and car tires litter the road, ravines, and rivers, causing harm to the environment. Fortunately, one small artisan group, Uca Ruffatti, is not only helping to clean up the mess, but turning waste it into beautiful and functional works of art! Uca Ruffatti collects the inner tubes from the discarded tires and uses them to create handbags, purses, wallets and cosmetic bags in a variety of sizes and designs. The long-lasting toughness of the material contributes to the products' extensive life and durability. Some items are accented with recycled leather scraps and locally-grown cotton and indigo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/149.jpg\" style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"UCA: Tire Tubes BW 164x200\" hspace=\"6\" width=\"140\" height=\"171\" align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva;\"\u003eThe artisans at Uca Ruffatti have repurposed tires and car upholstery to create unique and environmentally friendly purses for the past 20 years. Artisans are free to employ their creative vision when producing the bags, so each item is unique and meticulously crafted, and of course, pleasing to look at and functional in form. As such, Uca Ruffatti's innovative product line has attracted attention in the United States and Europe, and owner Maria de los Angeles de Ruffatti plans to extend her modest workshop, which means even more artisans will have the opportunity for employment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn March 2009, One World Projects was recognized by the Fair Trade Federation on behalf of their collaboration with Uca Ruffatti. The \"Excellence in Product Design\" award was given in recognition of Uca Ruffatti's outstanding work in the field of design, innovation, contemporary style, tastefulness and responsible use of materials in accordance with FTF's principles and values.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: impact, chicago;\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#000000\"\u003e\u003cfont face=\"Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cfont size=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45476882284759,"sku":"UCA:LEA-SILVIA-BR","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/217-Recycled-Tire-Tube-Handbag-Uca-Ruffatti-El-Salvador-Fair-Trade.jpg?v=1722368022"},{"product_id":"cotton-yoga-bag","title":"Woven Cotton Yoga Bag","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSling your yoga mat over your shoulder with one of these handy yoga bags with adjustable straps. Available in a variety of colors, these handwoven cotton bags have an extra pocket on the outside with space for your keys, papers, wallet or glasses. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThese handy, striped bags are handmade by women artisans from the UPAVIM cooperative on the outskirts of Guatemala City. UPAVIM, which stands for United for a Better Life, is an 80 member artisan enterprise helping women through social and economic empowerment. In addition to training women in creating various handmade textiles, UPAVIM has established a school, a pharmacy and a bakery within their cooperative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasures 27” long x 4-1\/2” diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHandmade in Guatemala and fair trade imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ProductDetArtisan\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eUpavim Artisan Story\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/4340-Upavim-Artisans-Handmade-Fair-Trade-Women-Healthcare-Daycare-Education-La-Esperanza-Guatemala.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"UPA:ARTISAN-16_230x230\" hspace=\"3\" width=\"173\" height=\"176\" align=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eUPAVIM Crafts is a cooperative of women who live in marginalized communities on the outskirts of \u003cst1:place\u003e\u003cst1:city\u003eGuatemala City\u003c\/st1:city\u003e\u003c\/st1:place\u003e. The women in the organization are mothers, homemakers, widows and some have been abandoned by their families. Many of them are the sole bread winners for their families. \u003ci\u003eUnidas Para Vivir Mejor\u003c\/i\u003e(United for A Better Life, or UPAVIM) was established in 1989 to create jobs for these women and to establish facilities of health-care, education and other social issues to benefit the community they lived in. Over the years, UPAVIM has grown from a small community health project to about a 80 member business cooperative. The organization employs teachers, seamstresses, nurses, administrators, cooks, cleaners and secretaries each of whom is paid a fair wage and is linked to UPAVIM ‘s fair trade business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAmongst some of the achievements, In 2002 the cooperative was awarded the best Non-traditional Textile Exporter award by AGEXPRONT, a national trade organization, also UPAVIM’s Montessori school was recognized by the Guatemalan government.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e   \u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/4332-Upavim-Artisans-Handmade-Fair-Trade-Women-Healthcare-Daycare-Education-La-Esperanza-Guatemala.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"UPA:ARTISAN-11_240x359\" hspace=\"0\" width=\"240\" height=\"160\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe main product line made by these women artisans includes bags, purses, wallets, aprons and holiday ornaments, most of these products are made from the traditionally woven Mayan textiles which are locally available. By procuring the traditional textiles, the organization also helps promote traditional weavers of the region and brings a local flavor and uniqueness to their products. This also cuts down the role of middlemen and creates a chain of fair wages and fair prices - from the weaver, to the seamstress, to the customer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eApart from craft making, UPAVIM also initiated other small scale businesses which include a bakery, soy milk factory, and an internet center. The main aim was to increase the means of employment for the community members of La Esperanza, so that they can gain optimum benefits from the program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.oneworldprojects.net\/images\/database\/4338-Upavim-Artisans-Handmade-Fair-Trade-Women-Healthcare-Daycare-Education-La-Esperanza-Guatemala.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"UPA:LAJOLLA_201x297\" hspace=\"3\" width=\"175\" height=\"259\" align=\"left\"\u003eThe cooperative is located in a squatter settlement called La Esperanza (Hope), where every day the communities faced various social challenges including gang violence, illiteracy, unemployment, malnutrition, alcoholism, child abuse and drug abuse. Even though the challenges for community growth in an area that receives little government attention may be high, but today after 2o odd years and initiatives by UPAVIM and the women, the conditions have changed for the better in this “City of \u003cst1:city\u003e\u003cst1:place\u003eHope\u003c\/st1:place\u003e\u003c\/st1:city\u003e”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003eGuatemala\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"One World Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45476883071191,"sku":"UPA:YOGA-BL","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/5733-Woven-Cotton-Yoga-Bag-Guatemala-Upavim-Fair-Trade.jpg?v=1722368067"},{"product_id":"lipstick-accessory-handkerchief-purse-bag-tube-coin-purse-peru-artisan","title":"Lipstick Accessory Handkerchief Purse Bag Tube Coin Purse Peru Artisan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandkerchief Lipstick Woven Striped Purse Pouch with Zipper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurse Woven Pouch with Zipper hand woven manta material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong strap with adjustable buckles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright color assortment and lined interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZip closure and lock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy to carry and open or close.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat handbag accessory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtisan made product from Peru. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\" x 3.5\" x 2\" wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sanyork","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45595354726615,"sku":"","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/LipstickAccessoryHandkerchiefPurseBagTubeCoinPursePeruArtisan.jpg?v=1725324203"},{"product_id":"macrame-clutch-with-tassel-cream","title":"Macrame Clutch with Tassel, Cream","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003eThis cream macramé clutch is the perfect complement to any outfit. The bag has a zipper close and the inside is lined. It features a tassel that is a great design touch. Perfect for day or evening. Dimensions: 9.25 inches wide by 6.25 inches high by 1 in depth. Tassel measures 7.25 inches. Please note due to the handmade nature, dimensions may vary slightly.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Global Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45598474174679,"sku":"BCMC218","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/MacrameClutchwithTassel_Cream1.webp?v=1725389518"},{"product_id":"macrame-clutch-with-tassel-tan","title":"Macrame Clutch with Tassel, Tan","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tan macrame clutch is the perfect complement to any outfit. The bag has a zipper close and the inside is lined. It features a tassel that is a great design touch. Perfect for day or evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Global Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45598490230999,"sku":"BCMC211","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/MacrameClutchwithTassel_Tan1.webp?v=1725389600"},{"product_id":"embroidered-cosmetics-case-peru-folk-art-assorted-colors-hand-made","title":"Embroidered Cosmetics Case Peru Folk Art Assorted Colors Hand Made","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the land of Colca Canyon and the giant condor, these cosmetics cases are decorated with ornate embroidery designs common to the traditional festival clothing of the Peruvian highlands.  Crafted by artisans utilizing modified sewing machines and skillfully maneuvering the fabric by hand, the patterns are reminiscent of the flora and fauna of this remote region of the Andes mountains.  Enjoy these artisans' rich talents and culture with these uniquely crafted treasures from one of the most spectacular places on Earth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssorted colors and designs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.5\"x4\"x3.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sanyork","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45598528700631,"sku":"","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/EmbroideredCosmeticsCasePeruFolkArtAssortedColorsHandMade.jpg?v=1725389954"},{"product_id":"canvas-silk-screened-sugar-skulls-tote-style-9-size-14-x-16","title":"Canvas Silk Screened Sugar Skulls Tote Style 9 Size 14\" x 16\"","description":"\u003cul class=\"properties\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade item\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganic Cotton Large Market Tote Bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparate by color, machine wash cold, line dry. Iron if necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScreen Printed meticulously with love by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal portrait of a smiling sugar skull (Happy day of the dead!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay of the dead printed portrait original.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bag measures 14 in. wide 15 in. tall with 24 in. handles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis traditional calavera skull print is perfect for the skull lover, Day of the Dead, or even those that just want a fun library bag or reusable shopping bag. The skulls couple smiling at each other with a heart in between is decorated with funky 60's-ish flowers and color swirls. The colors are blue, red, and black. The design is original and hand silk screened to the canvas bag. 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