Hostess Gifts That Continue Giving

Embroidered Organic Cotton & Linen Aromatic Pillow
Set of 4  from the Amazon in Peru $40

Next time you are welcomed into someone's home for a special occasion, bring a truly unique Hostess Gift!

Handmade, fair trade gifts are a memorable way to show your gratitude to friends and family. Shopping for a Change® should be your first stop for the kind of conversation starters that become proud display pieces instead of hiding in the back of the pantry.

Our inspiring home decor collection features the best handcrafted pieces created by artisans from all over the world. For a fun, aromatic gift other than flowers, start with the hand-embroidered Organic Cotton Aromatic Pillows  by Tallerqata. These petite organic cotton and linen pillows are a great way to freshen up small spaces as part of a spirited home decor look.

Tableware Gift Set from
Swaziland Africa $35

Original gifts for your stylish hostess should include this Tableware Gift Set   from Gone Rural. This fantastic coaster, napkin, and napkin ring set is available in a variety of rich colors, or try the Woven Coaster Set of 6 in gift box. Handcrafted by artisans in Swaziland, these incredible sets will be a huge hit with any hostess.

Bamboo Fruit Bowl $35

For more great hostess options, check out the Horn & Bamboo Salad Set, Horn Butter Knives, Teak Wood Cheese Set, Woven Coaster Set, Bamboo Fruit Bowl, or Organic Cotton Napkin Set. Each gift promotes sustainable economies, fair trade practices, and supports the lives and livelihoods of the artisans who create it.

Shopping for a Change® (SFAC) empowering others, transforming lives® is a web-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization where artisans (predominantly women) from developing countries, sell their handmade creations enabling them to earn a sustainable income and lift themselves from poverty. The net proceeds subsidize community improvement projects abroad as well as help fund select U.S.-based non-profit organizations of the web shopper’s choosing from SFAC’s partner list.