Looking to decorate your home with ethically-made goods? We love having a combination of vintage decor with fair-trade mixed in, and these brands are perfect for creating a cozy eco-friendly oasis. From stunning ceiling mobiles to beautifully decorated baskets, there is something for every type of aesthetic you are trying to create in your home. You can even find handmade wall art and unique rugs to tie the whole room together. So many possibilities in this list, it makes redecorating your home so exciting!
KNAUGHTY LOG CO.
Categories | Furniture, Cake Stands
These wooden tables are absolutely gorgeous and are made from reclaimed and salvaged wood. Knaughty Log Co. creates tree stump end tables, live edge coffee tables, benches, beds, key holders, and – yes, even sweet cake stands (which would be so sweet at a wedding, don’t ya think?).
Each piece comes with a lifetime warranty, & several of the bottoms are left unfinished to create the aroma of Cedar!
TULIA’S ARTISAN GALLERY
Categories | Mobiles, Baskets, Ornaments
This brand is a Chicago-based woman-owned business showcasing high-quality Colombian craftsmanship by collaborating with master artisans who are preserving & strengthening the diverse cultures of Colombia. They always use fair trade practices with their artisans most of whom are indigenous and Afro-Colombians internally displaced in Colombia. Tulia’s even goes a step further and donates around 5% of each sale to the March Den Foundation. Their range of mobiles and baskets are so unique and beautiful!
ITEMERIE
Categories | Table Linens, Bar Goods, Dining
A curated online marketplace, Itemerie is selling quality items you can expect to last for years. From beautiful colored carafes to gorgeous hammered coppered, they will dress your table to perfection. All of their items are lovingly crafted by skilled artisans, & made from responsible materials. This shop doesn’t want you to have to choose from the quality and ethically-made products. Make sure to look for their symbols on each product to shop your values.
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MADE TRADE
Categories | Baskets, Blankets, Curtains, Planters, Rugs, Pillows, Wall Decor
Inviting, wonderfully organized, and lovely to look through! Made Trade is inclusive of many different price points, sizes, styles, and values so no matter where you are in your sustainable journey, you’ll be sure to fall in love with something. They make sure each product covers one {or more} of these values – Sustainable, Fair Trade, Heritage, USA Made & Vegan. Each value has a little symbol that is placed right next to the product so you know exactly what category it falls under.
PARACHUTE
Categories | Throws, Pillows, & Rugs
One of my favorite home goods brands, Parachute carries a collection of decor items made in limited runs and crafted for both style and comfort.
They use materials like New Zealand wool and cotton, Peruvian Alpaca, cashmere, and ceramic. Their decor looks and feels so luxurious.
Since almost everything is slowly handmade by artisans, you feel like you’re really getting a one-of-a-kind product.
TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES
Categories | Wall Art, Rugs, Lamps, Baskets, Frames
Ten Thousand Villages has been putting people and planet first for over 70 years – and you may have even visited one of their shops in person before! More than just a store, this market-to-market movement is connecting us to some of the most talented artisans all over the world. Our purchase is directly contributing to sustainable livelihoods and keeping crafts original. Every product celebrates the culture and the planet, so you know no one is compromised for the other.
TERRAIN
Categories | Vases, Wall Hangings, Wreaths, Flowers, Baskets, Lighting, Throws, Rugs
The terrain has a huge variety of products so you’re almost sure to find what you’re looking for. Most of their products are sourced from their artisan partners from around the world and highlight global heritage and design. Although not everything on Terrain is made out of sustainable materials, their items will definitely help you create a more thoughtful and nature-inspired home environment. Plus, they have a lot of things you won’t find anywhere else!
THE CITIZENRY
Categories | Baskets, Mobiles, Vases, Mirrors, Wall Hangings, Prints
The team at The Citizenry personally travel to each country where their goods are made so that they can use only local materials and establish sustainable relationships with artisans. But doing this themselves and cutting out the middleman, they’re able to offer high-quality, handmade goods at more reasonable prices than traditional luxury boutiques.
UNCOMMON GOODS
Categories | Nick Nacks, Lights, Candles, Rugs, Clocks, and More
As you might have guessed from its name, Uncommon Goods has some of the most fun and unique items for your home. Similar to Etsy, a lot of the items on Uncommon Goods are crafted by independent makers and many of them use recycled or unconventional materials. A certified B Corp, all of their employees are paid more than twice the minimum wage and are given paid family leave. This is a really great place to find personalized housewarming gifts, too!
VIVATERRA
Categories | Wall Art, Throws, Lighting, Candles, Planters, Rugs, and More
VivaTerra literally means living earth. Therefore, the brand is dedicated to operating in harmony with nature and is inspired by modern, eco-conscious design. They’re well known for things like their recycled glass accents, block-printed textiles, and reclaimed wood furnishings. They work with talented artisans from around the globe and are always concerned with the who, what, where and how surrounding their products.
WEST ELM
Categories | Pillows, Throws, Vases, Baskets, Frames, and More
West Elm is a leader in the sustainable and ethical home goods arena and was even the first-ever home retailer to join Fair Trade USA in 2014. Many of the materials used are FSC-Certified, recycled, GREENGUARD certified, Better Cotton certified, and more.
Plus, you can easily sort shop according to your values, whether you’re looking for handcrafted, Fair Trade, organic, certified non-toxic, or locally made.
YABAL
Categories | Pillows, Linens, Wall Art, Rugs
Every product made through Yabal supports indigenous women’s weaving cooperatives in Guatemala. This outlet gives them the opportunity to sell their hand-woven products through local and international markets. Yabal is a member of both the World Fair Trade Organization and the Fair Trade Federation so you can feel confident the product you are buying is paying the maker a fair wage. Through the weaving cooperatives, Yabal is working to preserve the traditional art of back-strap weaving.
