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.
You are now holding our 2024 global distributors Catalog which is released annually each February. This year, we’ve streamlined our selection, removing products to concentrate on our best-sellers and make space for exciting new additions. If you have any queries or miss any favorites, please reach out to us.
Stay tuned, as in August, we’ll update the catalog with fresh releases for the upcoming spring season. Thank you for being part of our journey!
KITCHEN & DINING
All Others wooden products are handcrafted by skilled carpenters at our workshop in the city of Jashore, Bangladesh. We use sustainably sourced local wood called Gamari and Albizia Saman. 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.
The Round Board is perfect for pizza or as a serving board.
Salad Claws BESTSELLER!
The Trivet Sticks are easy to assemble and takes up little space in the kitchen drawer.
Butter Knives (now sold in sets of 2)
Cake Server
Egg & Napkin Holders (pack of 4) are perfect multi-purpose gifts!
Use the Waffle Fork to take out your waffles without destroying the coating of the iron.
Include the children in your cooking and baking with this practical Children’s Cutter
At our workshop in Jashore, Bangladesh, we weave high-quality textiles on traditional looms.
Our skilled artisans weave all our tea towels and most of our aprons by hand, without mechanical assistance.
Hand-loomed Apron
Knitted Dishcloths (pack of 2)
The 100% cotton knitted surface is ideal to scrub and clean surfaces and tables.
Our thick cotton Knitted Pot Holders are long-lasting and practical to use.
Tea Towels are sold in a packs of 2. Available in terracotta or black.
Hand-loomed Table Runner with embroidered red dots. Perfect for the Christmas table.
Our Textile Napkins are made from hand-loomed fabric, decorated with hand-embroidered edge.
Oval Placemat
Round Placemat
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 Jhenaidah, Bangladesh, an area where this craft has long traditions.
Napkin Box
These beautiful baskets 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.
The Striped Sisal Basket comes in 3 colors.
Black
Beige
Red-brown, natural dye from bark
NEW COLOR!
These Sisal Baskets come in 3 sizes: S (11x11cm) / M
(15x15cm) / L (10x22cm)
These fig leaf baskets are made in Jhenaidah, Bangladesh, an area with a long tradition of crafting with fig leaves.
Our artisans are involved in all steps of the process from harvesting the fibers to washing, drying, and weaving the final product.
Hanging Basket
Small Basket with wooden handles. Organizer with wooden handle.
Bread Basket (large)
Rounded Basket
These pentagon-shaped Candle Holders come in short or tall sizes and can be flipped to fit taper candles or tea candles.
Jute Doormat
TRAVEL & ACCESSORIES
Introducing our latest unisex travel collection, handcrafted in Jashore, Bangladesh. Each piece is crafted from durable cotton fabric, accented with fine leather details, and designed with functionality in mind.
Your purchase directly supports artisans in providing for their families, improving living standards, and securing their children’s education.
Our Laptop Sleeve and Tablet Sleeve are made from durable cotton fabric with leather details, and padded with EVA memory foam for optimal protection. The laptop sleeve is complemented by three inner pockets for your documents and pens.
This practical Shoulder Tote features an adjustable shoulder strap and an outer zipper for added security. Inside, you’ll find two inner pockets for organization.
cotton Toiletry Bag with elegant leather details is lined with a water-repellent material.
Our Weekend Bag is crafted from durable cotton, lined with inner pockets, and featuring expandable volume*. It comes with a removable shoulder strap for added convenience.
*Weekend bag extended
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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.
Bucket Bag is handcrafted from soft yarn from upcycled sweaters and natural sisal fibers.
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Shoulder Bag
Crossbody Bag
Round Bag
Summer Bag
These lightweight, delicate Crosses Scarves are 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 cross pattern. The scarf has been hand-loomed at The Salvation Army’s production center in Jashore, Bangladesh.
Hand-embroidered Tote Bags with a zipper pocket inside.
Floral Purses
These Dhaka Purses are like traditional Dhaka, but with an updated design. They are hand-embroidered on cotton lined and closed with a matching tassel zipper.
NEW COLOR!
Our Laundry Bag and Shoe Bag are perfect for travel, letting the textiles breathe to reduce odors. They are also great for sorting laundry. The bags are hand-embroidered in Bangladesh.
Hobby Bag
FRONT BACK
NEW!
These small products are perfect for utilizing surplus wood from other production at our carpentry workshop in Jashore, Bangladesh.
Cord Collector
Cord Holder Phone Stand
SEASONAL
Decorate your Christmas tree with hope. All embroidered Christmas decorations from Others are produced by women in villages or urban centers with few other income opportunities.
Our embroidered ornaments now come with an Others brass pendant.
Embroidered Bird
Embroidered “Joy, Hope, Peace” Stars
NEW!
NEW!
Traditional Embroidered Hearts (set of 2) are now packaged in decorative paper box. BESTSELLER!
Tiny Embroidered Hearts (set of 2)
Tiny Embroidered “Joy” Hearts (set of 3) are now packaged in decorative paper box.
Sisal Angels come in 3 sizes and are made from sisal and banana fiber.
These
These decorative angels and ornaments are produced in Kenya. We use locally available raw materials like sisal and banana leaf. All elements are handcrafted and each individual product is unique.
Tiny Angels (sold individually)
Sisal Dove
Hanging Nativity
DIY idea: Use a thin metal wire to attach leaves or twigs, for a touch of green.
“Star of Bethlehem” Nativity Set
This Beaded Wreath Ornament from Kenya combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design.
Our handmade Wooden Stars are made from wood cutoffs from other productions so that as little material as possible goes to waste.
Create Christmas traditions that will last for generations with this beautiful embroidered Advent Calendar, handmade by Others artisans in Bangladesh.
PRODUCT ORDER DETAILS
KITCHEN & DINING
Round Board
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Wood (Gamari)
Size: 31.5 x 42.5 cm
Color: Natural
Salad Claws (set of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Wood (Rain tree)
Size: 9 x 15.5 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
Cake Server
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Wood (Rain Tree)
Size: 23.5 x 6 cm Color: Natural
Waffle Fork
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Gamari)
Size: 17 x 3.6 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
Candle Holder (short)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (rain tree)
Size: 6 cm (short) 10 cm (tall)
Style: Pentagon Color: Natural
IC00498
Price: $30.00 Qty:
ICOO451
Price: $18.00 Qty:
IC00338
Price: $15.00 Qty:
IC00543
Price: $12.75 Qty:
IC00574
Price: $8.50 Qty:
Candle Holder (tall)
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Wood (rain tree)
Size: 6 cm (short) 10 cm (tall)
Style: Pentagon Color: Natural
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
Placemat
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Leaf Size: 30 cm
Style: Round Color: Natural
Placemat
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Jute Size: 45 x 33 cm
Style: Oval
Color: Natural
ICOO474
Price: $14.25 Qty:
Placemat
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Jute Size: 45 x 34 cm
Style: Rectangle Color: Natural
ICOO558
Price: $14.25
Qty:
Bread Basket (large)
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Jute Size: 30 cm
Color: Natural
IC00477
Price: $9.00
Qty:
IC00478
Price: $12.00
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IC00507
Price: $30.00
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IC00523
Price: $30.00
Qty:
IC00549
Price: $30.00 Qty:
IC00488
Price: $12.00
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IC00529
Price: $12.75
Qty:
IC00545
Price: $15.00
Qty:
IC00489
Price: $22.50
Qty:
Tray
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Leaf, wood handles
Size: 31 x 37 x 10 cm
Color: Natural
IC00390
Price: $30.00
Qty
Napkin Box
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Jute Size: 21 x 21 x 5.5 cm Color: Natural
IC00587 Price: $15.00 Qty:
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Rounded Basket
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Jute Size: 30 cm Color: Natural
Organizer
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Leaf, wood handle Size: 20 x 30 x 15 cm Color: Natural
Baskets (large, set of 3)
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Jute
30 cm Color: Natural
Hanging Basket
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Leaf Size: 22 x 32 cm 25 x 32 cm (with handle)
Color: Natural
Sisal Baskets (small)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal
Size: 11 x 11 cm (S) 15 x 15 cm (M) 10 x 22 cm (L) Color: Natural/black
Sisal Baskets (medium)
Made in: Kenya Material: Sisal Size: 11 x 11 cm (S) 15 x 15 cm (M) 10 x 22 cm (L) Color: Natural/black
Sisal Baskets (large)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal
Size: 11 x 11 cm (S) 15 x 15 cm (M) 10 x 22 cm (L)
Color: Natural/black
IC00497 Price: $22.50 Qty:
IC00511
$22.50 Qty:
IC00490
$67.50 Qty:
IC00560 Price: $20.00 Qty:
IC00387 Price: $15.00 Qty:
IC00388 Price: $22.50 Qty:
IC00389 Price: $30.00 Qty:
Sisal Baskets (small)
Made in: Kenya
Sisal Size: 11 x 11 cm (S) 15 x 15 cm (M) 10 x 22 cm (L)
Color: Natural/beige
Sisal Baskets (medium)
Made in: Kenya
Sisal
11 x 11 cm (S) 15 x 15 cm (M)
(L)
Sisal Baskets (large)
Made in: Kenya
IC00439 Price: $15.00 Qty:
Striped Sisal Basket Made in: Kenya
$22.50
Striped Sisal Basket
$30.00
Striped Sisal Basket Made in: Kenya
$30.00
Doormat
Made in: Bangladesh
Jute Size: 40 x 71 cm Style: Half-circle Color: Natural
Tablet Sleeve
$18.00
IC00576
Laptop Sleeve
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton/leather details, EVA foam inside Size: 39 x 27 cm Color: Navy
Travel Tote
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton/leather details
Size: 38 x 29 x 10 cm 122 cm (strap) Color: Navy
Weekend Bag
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton/leather details, EVA foam inside
Size: 47 x 23 cm (bottom) 35/47 cm (height/full) Color: Navy
Toiletry Bag
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton/leather details, plastic layer inside Size: 11 x 12 x 22 cm Color: Navy
Dhaka Purse
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 12 x 17 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Natural/terracotta
Dhaka Purse
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 12 x 17 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Navy blue
Dhaka Purse
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather Size: 12 x 17 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Natural/light yellow
Dhaka Pencil Case
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 12 x 17 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Natural/pale green
Floral Purse (small)
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 8 x 12 cm
Style: Embroidered/floral Color: Navy blue
Price: $20.00
Qty:
IC00577
Price: $20.00
Qty:
IC00578
Price: $35.00
Qty:
IC00579
Price: $15.00 Qty:
IC00534
Price: $18.00
Qty:
ICOO456
Price: $18.00
Qty:
ICOO457
Price: $18.00
Qty:
ICOO535
Price: $18.00
Qty:
ICOO458
Price: $12.75
Qty:
Floral Purse (small)
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton, foam lining, leather
Size: 8 x 12 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Natural/pale green
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
Floral Travel Wristlet
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam padding
Size: 11 x 20 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Blue/green
Floral Travel Wristlet
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton, foam padding
Size: 11 x 20 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: White/yellow
Travel Wristlet
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, foam padding
Size: 11 x 20 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Moss
Bucket Bag
Made in: Kenya Material: Sisal, leather, upcycled yarn (acrylic, wool or polyester)
Size: 20 x 15 x 26 cm
Color: Black
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
IC00536
Price: $12.75
Qty:
IC00546
Price: $37.50 Qty:
IC00548
Price: $18.00 Qty:
ICOO468
Price: $18.00 Qty:
IC00479
Price: $18.00 Qty:
IC00573
Price: $40.50 Qty:
IC00445
Price: $30.00 Qty:
IC00515
Price: $30.00 Qty:
Summer Bag (large)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, leather
Size: 42 x 32 cm
Style: Stripes
Color: Dark blue/grey
ICOO448
Price: $67.50 Qty:
Summer Bag (large)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, leather Size: 42 x 32 cm Color: Natural
Shoulder Bag
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, leather, cotton/ polyester fabric
Size: 22 cm (W) x 15 cm (D) x 20 cm (H)
Style: Open weave Color: Natural
Crossbody Bag
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, leather, cotton/ polyester fabric
Size: 24 cm (H) x 20 cm (D)
Style: Square Color: Natural/beige
Crossbody Bag
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, leather, cotton/ polyester fabric
Size: 24 cm x 20 cm
Style: Square Color: Natural
Floral Tote
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton Size: 35.5 x 40.6 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Natural
Floral Tote
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton Size: 35.5 x 40.6 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Green
Tote
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton Size: 35.5 x 40.6 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Terracotta/white
Laundry Bag
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton Size: 50 x 60 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: White
Shoe Bag (black)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton Size: 41 x 33 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Black/white
IC00530
Price: $67.50 Qty:
IC00555
Price: $44.00 Qty:
IC00557
Price: $44.00 Qty:
IC00556
Price: $41.00 Qty:
IC00455
Price: $18.00 Qty:
IC00537
Price: $18.00 Qty:
IC00538 Price: $18.00 Qty:
ICOO412
Price: $12.75 Qty:
IC00077 Price: $12.75 Qty:
Shoe Bag (white)
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton Size: 41 x 33 cm
Style: Embroidered Color: Black/white
Crosses Scarf
Made in: Bangladesh Material: 100% Cotton Size: 60 x 185 cm
Color: White
Crosses Scarf
Made in: Bangladesh Material: 100% Cotton Size: 60 x 185 cm Color: Teal
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 Size: 3 x 1 cm Color: Natural, black
Phone Stand Keychain
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Wood (Gamari), cotton rope, metal ring Size: 6.5 x 2.3 cm (wood) Color: Natural
IC00316
Price: $12.75 Qty:
IC00559
Price: $22.50 Qty:
IC00582 Price: $22.50 Qty:
ICOO459 Price: $15.00 Qty:
IC00484
Price: $5.25 Qty:
IC00513 Price: $6.00 Qty:
SEASONAL
Heart Ornaments (set of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton, poly fill, brass pendant Size: 6 cm ~15 x 10 x 3.3 cm (box)
Color: Red/white
Star Ornaments (set)
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton
Size: 5 cm
Style: Embroidered with words “Joy”, “Hope”, “Peace” Color: White/gold
IC00583
Price: $10.00 Qty:
IC00519
Price: $15.00 Qty:
Tiny Heart Ornaments (set of 3)
Made in: Bangladesh Material: Cotton Size: 4.5 cm
Style: “Joy”
Color: Natural/red
Tiny Heart Ornaments (set of 2)
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, poly fill, brass pendant
Size: 4.5 cm ~10 x 6 x 3.3 cm (box)
Color: Red/white
Embroidered Bird
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Cotton, poly fill, brass pendant
Size: 11.5 x 6 x 3 cm 12 x 6 x 3.3 cm
Color: White/multi
Star Ornament
Made in: Bangladesh
Material: Wood (Gamari), gold string
Size: 10 cm
Color: Natural
Beaded Wreath
Made in: Kenya
Material: Wire, glass beads, recycled aluminum
Size: 7.5 cm 14 x 9 cm (box)
Color: White/gold/silver
Dove Ornament
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal/banana leaf
Size: 14 x 9 x 4 cm (box)
Color: Natural
Tiny Angels*
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal/banana leaf
Size: 6 cm
Color: Natural
*Sold individually. Styles will vary.
Sisal Angel (small)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal/banana leaf
Size: 15 cm (S)
22 cm (M)
32 cm (L)
Color: Natural
Sisal Angel (medium)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal/banana leaf
Size: 15 cm (S)
22 cm (M)
32 cm (L)
Color: Natural
IC00470
Price: $12.75 Qty:
IC00584
Price: $8.50 Qty:
IC00585
Price: $8.50 Qty:
IC00392
Price: $5.25 Qty:
IC00950
Price: $9.50 Qty:
IC00517
Price: $13.00 Qty:
IC00334
Price: $6.75 Qty:
IC00434
Price: $11.25 Qty:
IC00433
Price: $15.00
Qty:
Sisal Angel (large)
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal/banana leaf
Size: 15 cm (S)
22 cm (M)
32 cm (L)
Color: Natural
“Star of Bethlehem” Nativity Set
Made in: Kenya
Material: Sisal, banana leaf
Size: 20 x 15 x 7 cm (box)
Color: Natural
Hanging Nativity
Made in: Kenya
Material: Cotton
Size: 24 cm (circle)
27 x 6 cm (box)
Color: Natural
Advent Calendar
Made in: Kenya
Material: Cotton
Size: 43 x 110 cm
Color: Natural
IC00094
Price: $22.50 Qty:
IC00516
Price: $45.00 Qty:
IC00572
Price: $45.00
Qty:
IC00547
Price: $52.50 Qty:
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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.
Learn more at: TRADEFORHOPE.COM