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Some Thoughts on my Second Anniversary
Some Thoughts on my Second Anniversary
My 11am exit interview on July 15th, 2022 came with smiles.  My manager arrived at my cleaned-out desk.  I handed...
The Power of a Water Tank
The Power of a Water Tank
A water tank is an object that I have seen all my life, but have not thought much about except...
VoyageSTL interviews Zellipah Githui
VoyageSTL interviews Zellipah Githui
In July 2022, Zellipah Githui was interviewed as part of the Inspiring Conversations series by VoyageSTL magazine.  Here's what she had to...
The Weavers' Pride
The Weavers' Pride
The Weavers' Pride pot basket is a rare and unique design. Handmade by weavers in Ghana, West Africa, specifically in the Bolgatanga village,...
Meaningful colors for the Maasai
Meaningful colors for the Maasai
Our fair trade, colorfully beaded jewelry is made for commercial sale by the Maasai women in Kenya.  Have you ever...
Sustainable Sisal and the Kiondo Kenya bags
Sustainable Sisal and the Kiondo Kenya bags
Zellipah, the founder of Gitzell FairTrade, is a skilled artisan from Kenya who has dedicated her life to preserving the...
Spring into Summer with our Lace Tote Basket Bag
Spring into Summer with our Lace Tote Basket Bag
African handmade baskets are a testament to the incredible skill and creativity of the artisans. Each piece is unique, with...
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Market Basket
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Deep Fruit Bowl
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Bread Basket, round