Olive Wood Teaspoon (Set of 4) | From Kenya

$22.00 $18.00

Olive Wood Teaspoon (Set of 4) | From Kenya

$22.00 $18.00
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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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.

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Product Description

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Description

These tiny spoons are hand-carved in rural Kenya from sustainably harvested wood and tipped with a batiked-bone accent. Every piece is unique. This set of 4 spoons also comes in a hand-sewn pouch made from traditional East African textiles along with an artisan signature.

We use only ethically-sourced cow bone. The bone used in these spoons has been sourced from Maasai herdsman who lost many animals in a recent drought. These items are helping them recover some income in the face of tremendous loss.

Sold as a set of 4 spoons inside a hand-sewn traditional kitenge pouch. Spoons are approx. 3 inches long but size, shape and batik design will vary. Hand wash only.

  • 4 Spoons, Each 3" Long
  • Fair Trade
  • Made in Kenya
  • Sustainably Harvested Wood
  • Batiked Bone Accents 

10% Profit Goes to The Global Orphan Project

The Makers

Kenya Wood & Bone

Kenya Makers

Collins has been working with olive wood in rural Kenya his entire life. He and his team cover large areas collecting fallen wood. At their workshop, they hand-carve each bowl and spoon into beautiful tabletop pieces. The entire community benefits from this skilled trade and the area is now known throughout Kenya for its woodwork.

Collins sourced this bone and horn ethically from Maasai herdsman who lost many animals in a recent drought. These items are helping them to recover some income in the face of tremendous loss.

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.

Customer Reviews

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Robert P. (Louisiana, United States)
Awesome

Loved products love that portion was donated to the orphans

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Sandra V. (Georgia, United States)
Best products!

Products are actually more than I expected and I received compliments from friends.

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KW (Missouri, United States)

So cute and perfect size for my sugar canisters.

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