Welcome to our global maker-to-market movement where, together with 20,000 artisans, we ignite social change. We create opportunities for individuals, families, and communities in developing countries to thrive through strong relationships, fair wages, safe working conditions, and sustainable practices.
Our go-to item in the kitchen, slung over our shoulders, ready to cover rising dough, pull a pot off the stove, wrap bread in a handwoven basket. The humble tea towel and kitchen cloth are at the ready to prep, serve, and clean up. Handmade by our artisan partners, Fair Trade Egypt.
HANDCRAFTED IN EGYPT
SKU: 2503000
THE MAKERS
Fair Trade Egypt, based in Cairo, Egypt, serves 40 producer organizations that incorporate some 2,700 artisans. The goals of Fair Trade Egypt include providing income to marginalized Egyptian artisans through marketing and sales of their products; and helping to preserve Egypt’s infinite cultural richness and craft heritage.
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