Archive for the 'Seasonal News' Category
August 23rd, 2011 by Paul
Back to School
It`s that Back to School time again!
The start of a new school year is always a challenging time for parents and can sometimes be a scary time for the kids!
You’re probably feeling a mixture of excitement for the new term ahead, but a little sad that the summer is nearly over.
Some kids feel nervous or a little scared on the first day of school because of all the new things they have to cope with: new teachers, new friends, new courses and maybe even a new school. Luckily, these “new” worries usually only stick around for a little while.
Seeing friends they haven’t seen in a while can make their first day a good one. You can also help make the day feel special by treating them to something new to help put a spring in their step – like a favourite back pack, a new hair band, or some new stationery, perhaps?
Such things can make a real difference to how confident your children feel and how quickly they settle in.
We have a range of fun and funky products in the Fair Trade Children`s Gifts section of our website, many of them made from recycled materials, that will give them something to talk about in the classroom and playground and bring out the “eco warrior” in them all.
Do you have any other ideas on how to help prepare your kids for their first few days back at school? If so, please leave a comment below and share your ideas with everyone.
Thanks for reading my latest Blog post – Paul.
May 31st, 2011 by Paul
Aspiration Fair Trade Producer Group
Historically, Father’s Day has been a celebration honouring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. It is celebrated in the UK on the third Sunday of June (this year on 19th June) and complements Mother’s Day, the celebration honoring mothers.
However, these days, like most things, the essence of the celebration has been lost to rampant commercialism.
Taking your Dad to McDonalds, buying him a video game, or something from Tescos will be all that most kids will do to mark the occasion.
Why not stop for a moment and think about fathers around the developing world who are struggling to make a living in order to support their families.
Fair Trade is about better prices, decent working conditions, local sustainability and fair terms of trade for workers and craftspeople in places such as Asia, South America and Africa. The price paid for the goods is socially just and a realistic reflection of the needs of the makers.
Now, doesn`t that sound good?
If it does, why not take action and have a Fair Trade Father`s Day this year?
By shopping online with us you will be “helping to make a difference” AND giving Dad a unique, handmade gift that will really stand out from his usual presents.
That way, you will be benefiting hard-working fathers in some of the poorest countries in the world too.
We have made things easy for you, by selecting the very best products in our “Fair Trade Seasonal Gifts” section of our online shop. Why not have a browse?
I hope you find something suitable and have a great Fair Trade Father`s Day on 19th June – Paul
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August 18th, 2010 by Paul
“Back to School” is always a busy time for many young families. So, with children studying Fair Trade and the environment in their class rooms, why not arm them with some Fair Trade recycled accessories for their new term?
We have a fun and funky range of bags, purses, wallets, pencil cases, keyrings, sandwich bags and backpacks for you to browse online from the comfort of your home.
Simply select the Fair Trade Children`s Gifts category on our website.
These items are not available in the supermarkets or High Streets, so will be a real talking point in the school play ground as well as a learning aid in the class room.
So why not make a difference to the lives of producers in the developing world, as well as the environment, by shopping online with us today?
PLEASE VISIT THE FAIR TRADE STORE`S ONLINE SHOP NOW.
May 25th, 2010 by Paul
With Father`s Day creeping up on us on Sunday 20th June 2010, why not think about giving a Fair Trade Gift this year?
Our Fair Trade men`s brown leather wallet has been one of our best sellers for a while now and would make the perfect gift.
The cows leather used for this wallet is beautifully soft and tactile to the touch.
Madhya Kalikata Shilpangan artisan
It has been handmade by an organisation called Madhya Kalikata Shilpangan, based in India. MKS rejuvenate the dying Indian handicrafts by helping the artisans to develop their skills through workshops, educational and medical facilities, financial aid for new equipment and long term interest free loans.
The preference of MKS for Fair Trade over the traditional commercial market is shown by transparency in its activities, the protection of traditional Indian handcrafts and a sense of social responsibility towards the artisans.
YOU CAN SEE MORE GIFTS BY VISITING THE FAIR TRADE STORE`S ONLINE SHOP NOW
March 22nd, 2010 by Paul
Why are these Fairtrade Chocolate covered brazil nuts so Divine?
Divine whole Brazil Nuts covered in dark Fairtrade Chocolate
Well, they are richly covered in 70% dark
Fairtrade Chocolate for a start, which has been produced by
Kuapa Kokoo, a pioneeering farmer`s cooperative in Ghana. Their brand in the UK is
Divine, which is one of
THE FAIR TRADE STORE`s favourites.
Then there are the brazil nuts themselves – large, top quality and
Fairtrade certified too. Look out for
The Fairtrade Mark on each pack – your personal guarantee that the
Fairtrade producers in Ghana have been paid a fair price.
So why not treat yourself or your loved-ones this Easter by supporting Fairtrade, rather than shopping on the High Street or the supermarkets? You really will be “helping to make a difference”.
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February 27th, 2010 by Paul
Using THE FAIR TRADE STORE`s online gift shop is a great way to support Fair Trade this Mothering Sunday on 14th March.
Kula Chunky Silver Metal Bracelet
We have a wide range of gorgeous
Fair Trade gifts to choose from – why not treat her to some of our handmade
Fair Trade jewellery and help
producers in the developing world to a better life at the same time?
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December 23rd, 2009 by Paul
THE FAIR TRADE STORE would like to wish a “very merry Christmas” to all its customers, suppliers, importers, producers, service providers, helpers and supporters, friends and fans.
“Thank you for helping to make a difference” these past 10 months.
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December 15th, 2009 by Paul
If you are still looking for those last-minute Fair Trade Gifts this Christmas, you can place orders online with THE FAIR TRADE STORE right up until noon on Monday 21st December, 2009. These orders will be dispatched to you by FIRST CLASS ROYAL MAIL, so that you get them in time for Christmas Day.
Wishing you all a “very merry Christmas”.
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November 6th, 2009 by Paul
THE FAIR TRADE STORE is delighted to announce that the Royal Mail postal strikes have now officially been averted, until at least after Christmas.
This is great news for all our customers as we use their services to make our deliveries throughout the UK.
Dark Brown Leather Shoulder Bag
Please
order online from us with confidence this Christmas, knowing that your
Fair Trade gifts will be dispatched swiftly from our
warehouse and delivered straight to your door.
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