fair trade gifts

The wavy texture of this scarf makes a fashionable companion in petal pink for a lightweight, feminine accessory. By Alfredo Falcon, the scarf is knitted of 100% baby alpaca wool and finished by hand. Baby alpaca refers to the fine fleece from the season's first shearing.

This richly-textured scarf is from Peru's Raquel and Gregor, who design it in a unique palette of mauve, fuchsia, chestnut and grey. The scarf is woven on traditional looms from luscious baby alpaca blend boucle yarns. Baby alpaca refers to the finest fleece from the first shearing of the season.

Beloved patron saint of Mexico, the Virgin of Guadalupe is surrounded by myriad Castile roses. She first appeared in 1531 to Juan Diego and, as proof, caused roses to bloom at the site. Named Patron Saint of the Americas by Pope John Paul II, she is a beloved manifestation of the Catholic faith. Ana Maria González recreates the famous portrait in an antique-style decoupage box featuring the illusion of multiple drawers. The chest features a drawer with a brass puller and the top lifts to reveal three practical compartments.

Perfect for spring days and warm summer nights alike, Anchal Ahuja's fun and flirty dress is sure to become your new best friend. Crafted from 100% cotton in the artisan's workshop, the knee-length dress features a hand screen printed motifs on shades of pink, an embroidered yoke with two tassels, soft gathers at the front and long sleeves with skillfully embroidered cuffs.

Handcrafted from coiled recycled paper in tones of pink and white, this catchall from India is designed by Yusra. Spiral patterns decorate the catchall's exterior, perfect for simple decor as well as for collecting valuables.

Hanzi are characters used in Chinese writing. As early as the sixth century A.D., many of these characters began to be simplified and adopted into Japanese writing, where they're known as kanji, a term that is more widely used in the West. Artisans in Yiwu, China, create these pendants by using sterling silver and the lost-wax casting method. Each character emulates the sweeping brushstrokes of traditional calligraphy. Choose based on birth month, favorite color, or simply the symbol that resonates with you most.

January: Garnet/Beauty, February: Amethyst/Generosity, March: Blue Topaz/Affection, April: White Quartz/Love, May: Green Quartz/Sweetness, June: White Pearl/Longevity, July: Carnelian/Perfection, August: Peridot/Purity, September: Iolite/Protection, October: Pink Tourmaline/Happiness, November: Citrine/Artistry, December: Turquoise/Imagination.

Mexico's Alejandra Aceves learned the craft of creating bracelets from her aunt when she was only 7 years old, and went on to become an award-winning jewelry maker. She handcrafts these stunning dangle earrings using pink Swarovski crystals attached to a smooth 14k gold-plated hook.