Mandala 23" Wall Basket | From Zambia

$102.00

Mandala 23" Wall Basket | From Zambia

$102.00
What Is Fair Trade?
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What Is Fair Trade?
What is Fair Trade?


Fair Trade is a set of ethical trade standards designed to be a tangible contribution to the fight against poverty, climate change and economic crisis.


It is a reaction to the injustices of conventional trade, which which is rife with unethical practices like discrimination, child labor, chemical dumping, unsafe work conditions, and non-living wages, among many others.


When a product is labeled as "fair trade" it has been evaluated to make sure it meets defined social, economic and environmental standards throughout the entire production of that product.  

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Photo by Matr Boomie


Rules of Fair Trade


According to the World Fair Trade Organization, to be certified as “fair trade” the business must follow these principles: 


  1. Create Opportunities for Disadvantaged Producers
    Supports marginalised small producers like independent family businesses, associations or co-operatives.
     
  2. Transparency and Accountability
    Being transparent in management and commercial relations.

  3. Fair Trading Practices
    Trades with concern for the social, economic and environmental well-being of marginalized small producers.

  4. Fair Payment
    The aim is always the payment of a Local Living Wage. Fair Payment is made up of Fair Prices, Fair Wages and Local Living Wages.

  5. No Child Labor
    Ensuring no Child Labor or Forced Labor. 

6. No Discrimination
Non Discrimination, Gender Equity and Women’s Economic Empowerment, and Freedom of Association.

7. Good Working Conditions
A safe and healthy working environment for employees and / or members.

8. Capacity Building
Develops the skills and capabilities of its own employees or members.

9. Promotes Fair Trade
Raises awareness of the aim of Fair Trade and of the need for greater justice in world trade through Fair Trade.

10. Respect For The Environment
Use raw materials from sustainable sources, buy locally, reduce energy usage, use renewable energy, minimise waste and use organic methods wherever possible.

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Fair Trade in Action


Check out the videos below to see how some of our products are made using fair trade.

Blankets & Towels (Sabahar)

Wooden Gifts (Matr Boomie)

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Product Description

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Description

Each of these incredible Mandala baskets takes 4 days to make and uses palm leaves carefully boiled in natural dye and dried in the sun. These are traditionally used as fruit baskets but also look great in our favorite wall basket displays.

  • Made in Zambia by Tonga women
  • Approx. 23" diameter
  • Ethically & sustainably handcrafted
  • Takes 4 days to make
  • Made with palm leaves and natural dye

This 23 inch piece is made from sun-dried palm leaves that are carefully boiled in natural dye. Mix and match with the rest of our collection for a striking wall basket display or use as a centerpiece on your table or countertop.

Please note that there may be slight variations in size and design. The plant-based dyes used in this item may have a mild odor that will fade within a few days.

 

10% Profit Goes to The Global Orphan Project

The Makers

Tonga Basket Weavers

Tonga Basket Weavers

Across the Southern Province of Zambia, Tonga women gather in small groups every day to weave baskets. It is believed that their unique weaving skills are inherited from the Ancestors who crafted baskets for gathering and serving food.

Today, these baskets are still widely used in rural Zambian homes and skills are passed from mother to daughter. Made from abundant natural materials like palm leaves and wild twigs, their baskets have a distinctive design with a flat square base.

Between the songs and stories, they joke about their work and how each basket has its own personality and no two ever turn out exactly the same.

Shipping

US Shipping

We'll have this to you 3-7 business days after purchase. Products ship from the US.


US Holidays

If your order comes in on a US holiday, we'll process it the very next business day.


International Shipping

International shipping is now available Canada, the UK, the EU and Australia. Check out our international collection here: https://notboringhome.com/collections/international

Returns

100% Money Back Guarantee

If you're not 100% satisfied with your purchase, return it within 30 days and we'll refund you.


No questions asked.

Why? Partially because we're crazy. But mostly because we genuinely want you to be happy with your purchase.

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