26 years working directly with indigenous Maya artisans in co-ops, groups, and families in Guatemala,

providing well-paying work with dignity.

Handmade, high quality, reasonable prices.

Beautiful and meaningful gifts that give twice!

A Thread of Hope Guatemalan Fair Trade

A Thread of Hope Guatemalan Fair Trade

Product Categories

Scarves

Luxurious bamboo chenille and lightweight bamboo scarves,
handwoven on traditional backstrap looms

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Beaded Jewelry

Earrings, bracelets, necklaces, glasses holders, and more,
all handmade with high-quality Czech glass beads

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Beaded Ornaments, Key Rings, Backpack Charms, Pins

Kids and adults love these well-made key rings, backpack
ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house. Over 200 choices!

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For the Kitchen

Pot holders, aprons, reclaimed wood utensils, trivets, bowl
cozies, and ceramics. Check out our pine needle baskets and trivets, too!

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Accessories

Coin purses, wallets, glasses/cell phone cases, handbags,
luggage tags, and more—all handmade and Fairly-Traded

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PRIDE

Take pride in our rainbow collection of diverse beauty! All
handmade by Maya artisans, and Fairly-Traded!

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For Bird Lovers

Beaded and felted wool bird ornaments, and thread-painted
coin purses with bird and hummingbird designs

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Table Linens

Placemats, runners, tablecloths, and napkins, all handwoven
and machine washable. Bright colors and earth tones.

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Coco Spirit Coconut Shell Jewelry

Hand-carved coconut shell designs strung on
adjustable soft black cord necklaces.

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Puerta Abierta Ornaments

Fun ornaments made by moms in lieu of paying tuition for
their kids to attend a fabulous pre-primary and primary school.

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Gifts For Children

Worry dolls (for adults, too!), cute baby booties, child’s
purses, and beaded backpack charms/ornaments/key rings.

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Gifts For Dads and Men

Specially-selected gifts for men. Utilitarian, handsome, and
handmade.

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Projects

Life-Saving Medical Care

Help save Elizabeth Johanna's life.

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Clean Efficient Woodstoves

Prevent deforestation, lung disease, and burns.

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Indigenous Children's Program

Provide art, nutrition, and education.

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Maya Cultural Center

Help rebuild Maya Cultural Center.

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