Fair Trade Friday is an organization that helps to empower women and battle poverty through dignified, sustainable industry (craftsmanship). They have three subscriptions to choose from that send fairly traded items from around the world: The Original Box, Bracelet of the Month, and Earrings of the Month. I have subscribed to the Earring of the Month box for years now, and I am really excited to have this opportunity to review the Original Box!
This review is of the $32.99 a month Fair Trade Friday Original Box.
My Subscription Addiction paid for this box. (Check out our review process post to learn more about how we review boxes.)
About Fair Trade Friday
The Subscription Box: Fair Trade Friday Original Box
The Cost: $32.99 per month
The Products: 2-4 fairly traded global handicrafts
Ships to: US for free
Fair Trade Friday Original Box March 2018 Review
This pamphlet was included. It has information on all the contents of this month's package, plus information on the artisans who created them. It's really informative!
These little cards were also included, giving some info on Fair Trade Friday and their parent organization, Mercy House Global.
Gray Tassel Earrings by Have Hope - Retail Value $24
Wow, these are big earrings! The cotton tassels are 4" long! They are made of brass reclaimed from bicycle parts by women artisans in Kenya. They were taught jewelry making skills in the hope that this new industry will allow them to support themselves and their families. I think they are really pretty!
Custom Floral Bag by Joyn - Retail Value $40
I absolutely adore this bag! It's so pretty and perfect for spring! It makes me want to go straight to the farmer's market. The cotton is handwoven and stamped with hand carved wooden blocks in India. The handle is leather. These were made by women affiliated with Joyn, an organization in India that helps to create sustainable industry. I love it!
The Verdict: I am loving my subscription to Fair Trade Friday Original Box! I like both items this month but obviously the bag is my favorite. This is my new spring go-to bag! I really like all the information they provide to show how your subscription directly impacts the lives of others. It makes the subscription seem that much more special.
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? No. In order to receive the box of the month, you must subscribe before the 24th of the previous month. Order today to receive the April box.
Value Breakdown: This box cost $33 shipped. It included two items, so the average cost per item is $16.50. The total suggested retail for the items is $64, which means the savings on this box is 48%!!!
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