CREATING JOBS TO END POVERTY
Others is a Salvation Army initiative using fair trade principles to create jobs and contribute to empowerment and poverty alleviation. We sell beautiful products that are carefully handcrafted by our artisans in Bangladesh and Kenya.
Others artisans are engaged through relationships with local Salvation Army programs that focus on economic development in rural and urban settings. Examples include self-help groups focusing on women’s empowerment and projects for rehabilitation of sex workers or trafficking victims.
Through training, flexible working conditions and fair wages, our aim is to help our artisans to become more independent, helping them to provide for their families, improve their living conditions, and put their children through school. When supporting Others, you contribute to sustainable development in Bangladesh and Kenya.
MEET NIPA – ONE OF OUR ARTISANS
“When I am stitching the hearts I feel great joy in my heart. I am able to care better for my son.”
— Nipa, Bangladesh
OTHERS IN BANGLADESH
Others began as a local initiative for poverty alleviation in Bangladesh in 1997, and Bangladesh remains our largest producer country, currently involving around 760 artisans (both women and men).
Others Bangladesh produces a wide range of handloomed products, embroidered products, jute products, wooden products, natural fiber and leaf products, and knitted items. Production groups include women’s groups in and around the capital city Dhaka and in a number of villages in Central and Western parts of the country, as well as a hand-loom unit, carpentry unit and sewing unit in the city of Jashore.
Some artisans are recruited through specific community development projects run by The Salvation Army, such as The Salvation Army’s rehabilitation center in Old Dhaka which provides holistic care and training for women who have been victims of trafficking or exploitation. The Others operation is followed-up by The Salvation Army’s local team in Bangladesh, as well as partners from the Others Global network coordinated by The Salvation Army’s International Headquarters.
OTHERS IN KENYA
Others first contacts with Kenya were in 1999, with formal connections to some producer groups starting from 2004. Others currently works with nine different production groups in Kenya, located in both urban and rural areas. Products build on locally available raw materials and artisan’s skills, include bead and wire products, items made from sisal and leaf, as well as items made from recycled materials such as plastic and paper.
Most artisans are also linked with savings and loans groups overseen by The Salvation Army locally. In 2020 the partnership with Kenya was expanded to also include small-scale coffee farmers in the area of Matungulu. The first coffee was launched in Norway Christmas 2020, and the goal is to build a long-term partnership to help raise the standard of living for the Matungulu farmers.
KITCHEN
BESTSELLER!
Egg & Napkin Holders (pack of 4) are perfect multi-purpose gifts!
WOODEN CHOPPING BOARDS
Cutting Board Set Round Board Cutting BoardWOODEN KITCHEN UTENSILS
All of Others wooden products are handcrafted by skilled carpenters at our own workshop in the city of Jashore, Bangladesh. We use sustainably sourced local wood called Gamari and Albizia Saman (Rain Tree). These are typically grown in yards and by roadsides, and sold when a family needs an extra source of income.
The products are sold untreated, but can be treated with a light coating of oil if desired.
Honey DipperThese Aprons and Oven Mitts are hand-loomed at our workshop in Jashore, Bangladesh.
All Tea Towels are sold in a packs of 2. Available in various gradients and striped colors.
Dishcloths (pack of 2)
The knitted surface is ideal to scrub and clean surfaces and tables. 100% cotton.
Include the children in your cooking and baking with this practical Children’s Cutter
KIDS IN THE KITCHEN
The Children´s Apron is suitable for kids age 6-12.
DINING
NEW SHAPE!
Placemats (rectangle, oval or round)Coasters (set of 6) come with Jute storage box.
Our placemats and coasters in jute are made by locally available natural fibers in Bangladesh.
Our artisans are involved in all steps of the process from harvesting the fibers to washing, drying, and weaving the final product. These products are made in Jhnaidah, Bangladesh, an area where this craft has long traditions.
NEW COLOR!
Tablecloth with hand-embroidered border. Textile NapkinsHand-loomed Table Runner with embroidered red dots.
These products are hand-embroidered by women in village and urban settings in Bangladesh.
The women can work from home at their convenience, or in the fellowship of a producer group at a local Salvation Army center.
For some of our artisans this is their first opportunity to earn an independent income. Working for Others supports them in providing for their families, improving their living conditions, and putting their children through school.
HOME
Striped Sisal Basket with black and white stripes.These beautiful baskets come in three sizes and are handwoven by our groups in Kenya.
The baskets are made from the local sisal plants which can be found everywhere. Our producers harvest the sisal, extract the fibers, dry them, dye them, spin threads and weave the baskets.
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These fig leaf baskets are made in Jhenaidah, Bangladesh, an area with a long tradition of crafting with fig leaves. artisans are involved in steps of the process from harvesting the fibers to washing, drying, and weaving the final product.The Candle Holders (short/tall) can be flipped to fit taper candles or tea candles.
TRAVEL & ACCESSORIES
These small products are perfect for utilizing surplus wood from other production at our carpentry workshop in Jashore, Bangladesh.
REUSABLE GIFT WRAP AND CARD
Reusable Gift Wrap (pack of 2) in yellow and light dusty green.These beautiful bags are handwoven by our groups in Kenya from local sisal plants. Our producers harvest the sisal, extract the fibers, dry them, dye them, spin threads, and weave the baskets. Genuine leather details adorn these lovely bags.
Shoulder Bag
Lightweight, delicate and neutral scarf that is perfect for cold summer nights or chill autumn mornings. The scarf can be folded compactly and fit into your pocket.
The scarf is woven with dip-dyed threads that gives a subtle pattern of beige crosses. The scarf has been hand-loomed at The Salvation Army’s production center in Jashore, Bangladesh.
Lightweight, delicate and neutral scarf that is perfect for cold summer nights or chill autumn mornings. The scarf can be folded compactly and can even fit into your pocket. The scarf is woven with dip-dyed threads that gives a subtle pattern of beige crosses.
The scarf has been hand-loomed at The Salvation Army’s production center in Jashore, Bangladesh. Using large manual looms, our artisans produce beautiful, high-quality textiles. Through good working conditions and fair wages, we contribute to economic empowerment for the weavers and their families.
Hand-embroidered Tote Bags with a zippered pocket inside.
The Dhaka Tablet Sleeve is compatible with most tablets and laptops up to 11” and has a foam lining to protect the device. NEW!
This tablet sleeve is hand-embroidered in Bangladesh with the traditional ”Dhaka” embroidery.
The traditional “Dhaka” Purses and “Dhaka” Pencil Case with an updated design. Hand-embroidered on cotton, lined and closed with a matching tassel zipper.
Our Laundry Bags and Shoe Bags are perfect for travel, letting the textiles breathe to reduce odors.
They are also great for sorting laundry in the home. The bags are hand-embroidered in Bangladesh.
SEASONAL
Hand-embroidered in Bangladesh.
Hand-embroidered in Bangladesh.
Floral Easter Eggs (pack of 6) Easter Eggs“Women at the Grave” Easter Set
Handmade in Kenya from sisal and banana leaves.
PRODUCT LINE SHEETS
BESTSELLER!
KITCHEN
Cake Server
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Rain Tree)
Size: 23.5 x 6 cm
Color: Natural
Salad Claws (set of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Rain Tree)
Size: 9 x 15.5 cm
Color: Natural
Oval Trivet
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Leaf
Size: 44 x 30 cm
Color: Natural
Paper Towel Dispenser
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Rain Tree), Leather strap
Size: 30 x 14.5 cm
Color: Natural
Egg & Napkin Holder
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Rain Tree), Leather strap
Size: 30 x 14.5 cm
Color: Natural
Trivet Sticks (set of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Rain Tree)
Size: 21 x 1.2 cm (each stick) 15.85 x 15.85 cm (assembled)
Color: Natural
Cutting Board
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Gamari)
Size: 32.5 x 14.5 cm
Color: Natural
Cutting Board Set
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Gamari)
Size: 24.5 x 10 (S) 34.5 x 15 (M) 44.5 x 20 (L)
Color: Natural
IC00543
Price: $12.75
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ICOO451
Price: $18.00
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ICOO449
Price: $9.75
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ICOO450
Price: $15.00
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ICOO501
Price: $15.00
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IC00338
Price: $15.00
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ICOO424
Price: $18.00
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IC00391
Price: $55.00
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Round Board
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Gamari)
Size: 31.5 x 42.5 cm
Color: Natural
Honey Dipper (set of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Rain Tree)
Size: 11 x 2.5 cm
Color: Natural
Tea Towel (pack of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: 100% Cotton
Size: 60 x 40 cm
Color: Black/white
Tea Towel (pack of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: 100% Cotton
Size: 60 x 40 cm
Color: Terracotta/white
Apron
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 86 x 75 cm
Style: Hand-loomed
Color: Beige/white
Apron
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 86 x 75 cm
Style: Hand-loomed
Color: Red/white
Oven Mitt
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, synthetic filling
Size: 30 x 15 cm
Color: Beige/white
Oven Mitt
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, synthetic filling
Size: 30 x 15 cm
Color: Blue/white
IC00498
Price: $30.00
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IC00533
Price: $9.75
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ICOO474
Price: $14.25
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ICOO558
Price: $14.25
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ICOO526
Price: $30.00
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ICOO476
Price: $30.00
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IC00524
Price: $12.00
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IC00453
Price: $12.00
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Oven Mitt
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, synthetic filling
Size: 30 x 15 cm
Color: Red/white
IC00475
Price: $12.00
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Dishcloths (pack of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 27 x 27 cm
Color: Natural/dusty green
Dishcloths (pack of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 27 x 27 cm
Color: Natural/navy blue
Children’s Apron
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 72 x 52 cm
Color: Blue
Children’s Cutter
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Rain Tree)
Size: 10 x 10.5 cm
Color: Natural
DINING
IC00500
Price: $12.75
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IC00473
Price: $12.75
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IC00525
Price: $18.00
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IC00472
Price: $7.50
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Placemat
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Jute
Size: 45 x 34 cm
Style: Rectangle
Color: Natural
Placemat
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Jute
Size: 45 x 33 cm
Style: Oval
Color: Natural
Placemat
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Leaf
Size: 30 cm
Style: Round Color: Natural
Coasters (set of 6)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Jute
Size: 10 cm
Color: Natural
IC00545
Price: $15.00
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IC00529
Price: $12.75
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IC00488
Price: $12.00
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IC00508
Price: $30.00
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Tablecloth
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 150 x 250 cm
Color: White/dusty green
Textile Napkins (pack of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 45 x 45 cm
Color: White/dusty green
Textile Napkins (pack of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 45 x 45 cm
Color: White/red
Textile Napkins (pack of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 45 x 45 cm
Color: Beige/white
Woven Placemat
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 36 x 48 cm
Style: Hand-loomed stripes
Color: White/beige
Woven Table Runner
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 46 x 150 cm
Style: Hand-loomed stripes
Color: White/beige
Table Runner
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 45 x 150 cm
Style: Embroidered design
Color: White/dark green
Table Runner
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 45 x 150 cm
Style: Embroidered dots
Color: White/yellow
Table Runner
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 45 x 150 cm
Style: Embroidered dots
Color: White/red
IC00504
Price: $45.00
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IC00502
Price: $15.00
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IC00503
Price: $15.00
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IC00544
Price: $15.00
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IC00505
Price: $12.75
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IC00506
Price: $30.00
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IC00507
Price: $30.00
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IC00523
Price: $30.00
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IC00549
Price: $30.00
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INTERIOR
Striped Sisal Basket
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal
Size: 23 x 20 cm
Style: Stripes
Color: Natural/black
Striped Sisal Basket
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal Size: 23 x 20 cm
Style: Stripes
Color: Natural/beige
Sisal Baskets (small)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal
Size: 11 x 11 cm
Color: Natural/black
Sisal Baskets (medium)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal
Size: 15 x 15 cm
Color: Natural/black
Sisal Baskets (large)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal
Size: 10 x 22 cm
Color: Natural/black
Sisal Baskets (small)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal
Size: 11 x 11 cm
Color: Natural/beige
Sisal Baskets (medium)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal
Size: 15 x 15 cm
Color: Natural/beige
Sisal Baskets (large)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal Size: 10 x 22 cm (L)
Color: Natural/beige
IC00509
Price: $30.00
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IC00554
Price: $30.00
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Sisal Baskets (small)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal
Size: 11 x 11 cm
Color: Natural/light dusty blue
Sisal Baskets (medium)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal
Size: 15 x 15 cm
Color: Natural/light dusty blue
Sisal Baskets (large)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal Size: 10 x 22 cm
Color: Natural/light dusty blue
IC00442
Price: $15.00
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IC00443
Price: $22.50
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IC00444
Price: $30.00
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IC00387
Price: $15.00
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IC00388
Price: $22.50
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IC00389
Price: $30.00
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IC00439
Price: $15.00
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IC00440
Price: $22.50
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IC00441
Price: $30.00
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Hanging Basket
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Leaf Size: 22 x 32 cm 25 x 32 cm (with handle)
Color: Natural
Organizer
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Leaf, wood handle
Size: 20 x 30 x 15 cm
Color: Natural
Rounded Basket
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Jute
Size: 30 cm
Color: Natural
Bread Basket (small)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Leaf
Size: 27 x 18 x 6 cm
Color: Natural
Bread Basket (large)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Leaf Size: 34 x 22 x 8 cm
Color: Natural
Box
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Leaf Size: 23.5 x 23.5 x 11 cm
Color: Natural
IC00560
Price: $20.00
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IC00511
Price: $22.50
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IC00497
Price: $22.50
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IC00031
Price: $20.00
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IC00489
Price: $22.50
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IC00454
Price: $20.50
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Tray
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Leaf, wood handles
Size: 31 x 37 x 10 cm
Color: Natural
Baskets (large, set of 3)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Leaf
Size: 30 cm
Color: Natural
Candle Holder (short)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (rain tree)
Size: 6 cm (short) 10 cm (tall)
Style: Pentagon
Color: Natural
Candle Holder (tall)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (rain tree)
Size: 6 cm (short) 10 cm (tall)
Style: Pentagon
Color: Natural
Doormat
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Jute
Size: 40 x 71 cm
Style: Half-circle Color: Natural
TRAVEL & ACCESSORIES
IC00390
Price: $30.00
Qty
IC00490
Price: $67.50
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IC00477
Price: $9.00
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IC00478
Price: $12.00
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IC00561
Price: $36.00
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Card Holder
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood, elastic, leather
Size: 9.3 x 5.7 x 0.4 cm
Color: Natural/black
Cord Collector
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (gamari), elastic cord
Color: Natural
ICOO459
Price: $15.00
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ICOO484
Price: $5.25
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Key Chain/Phone Holder
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (gamari), cotton rope, metal ring
Color: Natural
IC00513
Price: $6.00
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Reusable Gift Wrap (set of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 50 x 50 cm (S)
70 x 70 cm (L)
Color: Yellow and light dusty green
Reusable Gift Wrap (set of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 50 x 50 cm (S)
70 x 70 cm (L)
Color: Dark dusty green and red
Shoulder Bag
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, leather, cotton/ polyester fabric
Size: 22 x 15 x 20 cm
Style: Open weave
Color: Natural
Crossbody Bag
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, leather, cotton/ polyester fabric
Size: 24 x 20 cm
Style: Square
Color: Natural
Crossbody Bag
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, leather, cotton/ polyester fabric
Size: 24 x 20 cm
Style: Square
Color: Natural/beige
Round Bag
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, polyester lining, leather
Size: 24 x 6.5 cm
Color: Natural
Round Bag
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, polyester lining, leather
Size: 24 x 6.5 cm
Color: Black
Summer Bag (large)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, leather
Size: 42 x 32 cm
Color: Natural
Summer Bag (large)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, leather
Size: 42 x 32 cm
Style: Stripes Color: Dark blue/grey
ICOO539
Price: $22.00
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ICOO540
Price: $22.00
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IC00555
Price: $44.00
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IC00556
Price: $41.00
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IC00557
Price: $44.00
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IC00445
Price: $30.00
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IC00515
Price: $30.00
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IC00530
Price: $67.50
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ICOO448
Price: $67.50
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Crosses Scarf
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: 100% Cotton
Size: 60 x 185 cm
Style: Crosses
Color: Cream white/beige
Tote
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 35.5 x 40.6 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Terracotta/white
Floral Tote
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 35.5 x 40.6 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Green
Floral Tote
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 35.5 x 40.6 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Natural
Dhaka Tablet Sleeve
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 21 x 28 cm (outside) 19 x 26 cm (inside)
Style: Embroidered
Color: Natural/pale green
Dhaka Purse (medium)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 12 x 17 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Natural/terracotta
Dhaka Purse (medium)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 12 x 17 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Natural/light yellow
Dhaka Purse (medium)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 12 x 17 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Navy blue
Dhaka Pencil Case
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 12 x 17 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Natural/pale green
IC00559
Price: $22.50
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IC00538
Price: $18.00
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IC00537
Price: $18.00
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IC00455
Price: $18.00
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IC00546
Price: $37.50
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IC00534
Price: $18.00
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Floral Travel Wristlet
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam padding
Size: 11 x 20 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: White/yellow
Floral Travel Wristlet
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam padding
Size: 11 x 20 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Blue/green
Travel Wristlet
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam padding
Size: 11 x 20 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Moss
Floral Purse (small)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 8 x 12 cm
Style: Embroidered/floral
Color: Navy blue
Floral Purse (small)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 8 x 12 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Natural/pale green
Backpack
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, leather details, EVA foam padding
Size: 40 x 60 cm pressed flat, unrolled
Color: Navy blue/natural
ICOO468
Price: $18.00
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IC00548
Price: $18.00
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IC00479
Price: $18.00
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ICOO458
Price: $12.75
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IC00536
Price: $12.75
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ICOO514
Price: $52.50
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ICOO457
Price: $18.00
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Laundry Bag
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 50 x 60 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: White
ICOO456
Price: $18.00
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ICOO535
Price: $18.00
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Shoe Bag (black)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton Size: 41 x 33 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Black
Shoe Bag (white)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 41 x 33 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Black
ICOO412
Price: $12.75
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IC00077
Price: $12.75
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IC00316
Price: $12.75
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Hobby Bag
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 33 x 41 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: White/dusty green
SEASONAL
Easter Eggs (pack of 4)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 6 cm
Style: Embroidered
Color: Yellow/green/blue/white
Floral Easter Eggs (pack of 6)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton
Size: 4.5 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Green/blue/white
“Women at the Grave” (Easter Set)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, banana leaves
Size: 17 x 27 x 8 cm
Color: Natural
ICOO562
Price: $15.00
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IC00400
Price: $15.00
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IC00491
Price: $15.00
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IC00496
Price: $45.00
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WE BELIEVE THAT ALL PEOPLE HAVE EQUAL DIGNITY, and that everyone shares the same desire to provide for themselves and their family. However, far too many lack the opportunity to find a job, or are forced to work under poor working conditions. By creating flexible jobs with fair wages and access to international markets, we wish to do our part in giving more people access to decent employment. A particular priority is to ensure that women are given access to paid employment and the opportunity to earn their own income.
Our producers are primarily recruited through the Salvation Army’s local programs. Others has active production groups in Bangladesh and Kenya. Others partners with over 800 artisans. All products are handmade.
The materials for Others products are locally and sustainably sourced. We strive to combine the best of local hand-craft skills and traditions in our products.
Others connects people across borders and creates opportunities.
Trade for Hope today! Inspiring locally. Empowering globally.
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