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Official Twitter for non-profit fair trade retailer Ten Thousand Villages US - Sharing maker stories, fair trade news, and ethical style inspiration.

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Ten Thousand Villages US@Villages
19 Apr 2022
It's time for a revolution— a Fashion Revolution. A majority of the people producing clothes are women experiencing exploitation without access to basic rights. You can help change that by asking, #WhoMadeMyClothes?
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Whether you’re celebrating Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa or the winter solstice, creating a cozy home environment in which to celebrate is essential. Make it an ethically-sourced hygge space with great design and you’ll be winning all around. ow.ly/jHrM50LR80C

How to Style Your Holiday Mantle

Whether you’re celebrating Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa or the winter solstice, creating a cozy home environment in which to celebrate is essential. Make it an ethically-sourced hygge space...

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Did you know that we’re a nonprofit? It's true! When you shop with Ten Thousand Villages, those dollars are reinvested into our mission and the future work of our artisan partners. Invest in the future of fair trade this #GivingTuesday. give.tenthousandvillages.com

Ten Thousand Villages | Ethical Handcrafted Goods & Gifts

Discover a world of ethically sourced, handcrafted goods and unique gifts at Ten Thousand Villages. We are a non-profit retailer committed to fair trade practices, empowering artisans from around the...

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Invest in fair trade and help us build our legacy that began right here in Lancaster County, PA. Support is in the #ExtraGive, Lancaster’s largest day of giving: ow.ly/mNPL50LIt0f
TOMORROW IS THE DAY! Take 25% off your ENTIRE purchase during our annual Bag Sale tomorrow & Sunday. Find your nearest store: ow.ly/jlJ350Lwkq0 #LiveLifeFair
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Our annual Bag Sale is just 2 days away! 25% off your entire purchase on Sat, Nov 12 & Sun, Nov 13. Tell us what you're most excited to shop for! #LiveLifeFair
The annual Bag Sale is just 3 days away! 25% off your entire purchase on Sat, Nov 12 & Sun, Nov 13. Check out our holiday gift guide for some shopping inspo! ow.ly/Btp550Lwjqh #LiveLifeFair
Thank you for featuring us in your 2022 holiday gift guide, @npmegaphone! ow.ly/f5TW50Lwg1f #Nonprofit #GiftGuide #LiveLifeFair
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Mark your calendar! 📅 Our annual Bag Sale is just 4 days away! Take 25% off your ENTIRE purchase this weekend. #LiveLifeFair
In Cambodia, our fair trade partners are transforming weapons of war into wearable symbols of peace. Find out how: ow.ly/OtAa50LwhQn

Not Your Average Jewelry: Crafted From Recycled Brass Bombshells

Decades of war have left Cambodia’s fields littered with brass from bullet and bomb casings. Rajana Association, our fair trade partner in Cambodia, is using them to create symbols of hope and peace...

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Did you know that 21 billion tons of textiles end up in the landfill each year? Find out how our fair trade partners in India and Bangladesh are giving textile waste a beautiful new purpose. ow.ly/1IGF50LrXwX

Sari Not Sorry: Unapologetically Recycling Sari Textiles.

The textile industry has changed a lot over the past few decades. There used to be four fashion seasons a year; now there can be as many as 15 to keep up with, depending on what store you’re shopping...

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When you support Ten Thousand Villages, you put people and planet first. Honor Fair Trade Month by joining our commitment to a fairer future with a donation: give.tenthousandvillages.com…
It's that time of year...fair trade ornaments are here! 🎄 Take 25% OFF ornaments in participating stores and online now through Monday. ow.ly/jKMq50L4kQw
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Who could use a little Monday morning pick-me-up? ☕️ We’ve got just the thing! Our fair trade partners at Bombolulu Workshops shared a delectable specialty coffee recipe with us during an artisan showcase. We’d love to share it with you! ow.ly/b5rC50KZzpu #Coffee
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Beautiful, ethical, and on sale – what more could you ask for? Take 25% off jewelry this weekend! Online & in participating stores now through 9/18. ow.ly/732I50KLyTX
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Can you guess what these are? Hint: they're an eco-friendly alternative to laundry detergent. ow.ly/ia6f50Kw8YC #LiveLifeFair #ZeroWaste
It's officially Virgo season! ♍ Ruled by Mercury, this earth sign is complex. Organized and sensitive, Virgos are at their best when they feel all is in place according to their sense and need for order. Shop the Virgo gift guide: ow.ly/pTsh50KqJVg

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Discover a world of ethically sourced, handcrafted goods and unique gifts at Ten Thousand Villages. We are a non-profit retailer committed to fair trade practices, empowering artisans from around the...

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The Kantha craft has been passed down from generation to generation, just like the best advice. Learn how our fair trade partners are keeping the craft alive today: ow.ly/YVoh50KljZM

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A BYOB (Bring Your Own Board) party is the perfect recipe for a fun night in! 🍿🍫🌮🧀🍓🧇🥝 Check out our top tips for building an epic charcuterie board: ow.ly/RWIF50Ki3Ps

How to Build an Epic Charcuterie Board the Fair Trade Way

Charcuterie has gotten a makeover! Originally a French concept referring to a spread of cured meats and cheeses, it has gotten a makeover a la American pop culture. Charcuterie can now refer to any...

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Our Bowl of Berries Colander was featured in @WSJ! 🍓🫐 Find out why berry bowls are having a moment: ow.ly/r0o450Ka4Gx #BerrySeason #LiveLifeFair
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It’s beautiful. It’s light. Can be neutral or bright. Replaces plastic. Replaces tusks. Can you guess what it is? Click to find out! ow.ly/Qe4H50K8Wca

Tagua—a renewable alternative to plastic and ivory

Nestled in the crowded hills of Bogota, colorful beads spill from orange plastic laundry baskets, stacked on tables, and floors. Claudia Zambrano winds her way to the workshop where she learned to...

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