7 loaves

On a recent trip to Busch Gardens, I stopped at a small store in the park to check out what appeared to be some wind chimes and wood cuttings in an African style. I was this close to buying what appeared to be a really unique wind chime for my lanai when I noticed the tag - Made In China. Argh! Why is it so rare that we see products from true artists made in Africa or South America? Happily, I’ve found that there is a place where you can buy goods made in Africa, Asia, or Latin America, by 3rd world artisans, and it’s called 7 Loaves. When you shop at 7 Loaves, you’ll find things that were created by hand, instead of mass produced in a factory or sweat shop. Over 80% of the artists that 7 Loaves works with are women supporting their families with that income. These products are making a difference in their lives by giving them health care options, and giving their children educations at schools that these families couldn’t otherwise afford.

Currently, the site offers items for the home, ceramics, accessories, and baskets. Take a look at these handbags and purses from 7 Loaves:

Hard to believe that someone made them from hand, isn’t it? It’s the kind of thing people pay big bucks in a department store, but the quality is much, much higher than some mass produced product. How about this jewelry from 7 Loaves? I guarantee you’ll have a one of a kind look when you show up to a party with items from this site!

This is a sponsored review.

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