Fair Trade Christmas Gift Guide from The Dharma Door

Ethical Gift Guide

Meaningful Gifts SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST

Whether you are shopping for that special item for a loved one, or looking for a gift with substance for your community, buying Fair Trade gifts this Christmas is also a great way to give back.

The Dharma Door aims to empower as many people out of the cycle of poverty. We do this by partnering with talented artisans to create quality products - making sure they are paid fairly for their skills and time. By choosing wisely this season, we can all make a meaningful difference.

Uttam Tote - Natural

T he Wish List N AT U R A L • H A N D M A D E • FA I R T R A D E

BEAUTIFUL BAGS

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Woven, loomed & canvas bags & totes

C H R I S T M A S D E C O R AT I O N

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Natural & sustainable garlands & twine

FOR THE HOME

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Decorative items that make a statement

TIMELESS BASKETS

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Practical, versatile & enduring

T A B L E WA R E

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For special occasions or everyday enjoyment

GIFTS FOR HER

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Luxury items to mix and match to light up her day

GIFTS FOR HIM

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Bags & totes for tech and travel

GIFT CARDS

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Give the gift of choice

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Jute Shopper - Black Diamond

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Beautiful Bags THAT SPECIAL GIFT IS IN THE BAG

The Dharma Door’s selection of natural, handmade bags has got every occassion covered. Where woven bags add a statement to any outfit, our hand-loomed jute shoppers and hemp string bags offer the option to shop sustainably - in style.

New Uttam Totes provide the best of both worlds: strong and stylish, they will add an earthy touch to summer outings. As does the Canvas Collection - designed for both men and women as a natural way to carry daily and holiday items.

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Uttam Tote - Charcoal

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Uttam Tote - Earth

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m top left: Jute String Bag - Natural with Tan Handles; Jumbo Hemp String Bag - Natural (also available in Acacia); T he Joni Bag; Jute Shopper - Clay (also available in Tannin, Tannin Diamond & Black Diamond)

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T he Carly Bag

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T he Stevie Bag

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Christmas Decoration NATURAL & SUSTAINABLE

Create a natural aesthetic this Christmas with our sustainable jute garlands and woven twine. An earthfriendly alternative to plastic baubles and PVC tinsel, both items will add a relaxed, modern vibe to your home and gift wrapping - good enough to enjoy all year round!.

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Woven Flower Garland with Tassels x 2

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Natural T hick Hemp Twine - 2 x 50m balls (also available in T hin)

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Woven Flower Garland with Tassels x 2 (also available without tassels)

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For the Home GIFTS THAT MAKE A STATEMENT

From affordable garlands of hand-rolled terracotta beads to large grass wall hangings, The Dharma Door’s collection of decorative items for the home are perfect for loved ones who like to make a statement. Every item uses a variety of natural materials and handmaking techniques - a great way to add a natural, textural touch to interiors.

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Tala Wall Hanging; Clay Beads - Large & Small

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Mawa Broom - Large (also available in Medium)

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Puspa Wall Hanging - Large (also available in Small)

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Clay Bead Garland

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Clay Bead Garland

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Timeless Baskets PRACTICAL, VERSATILE & ENDURING

Brimming with natural warmth, character and our trademark textural touch, The Dharma Door’s woven baskets settle both storage and style. Use each one to keep cushions, books, stationary, cosmetics, laundry and children’s toys tidy and within easy reach.

They are also a beautiful way to display favourite decorative items and potted plants - the perfect gift for those who appreciate functional, quality pieces that will stand the test of time.

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Seafarer Basket - Large

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Top to bottom: Small Jute Basket - Tray; Jute Placemat & Coaster Sets - with lid (also available without lid) Minikin Bowl; Small Jute Basket - Tall & Short

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Left to right: Woven Pot - Large (also available in Duo); Boda Basket - Earth (also available Charcoal & Natural)

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Clockwise from Large Jute Ba

m top left: Sona Rectangle - Large & Woven Coat Hanger Set x 5; Jute Laundr y Basket - Natural; asket - Natural; Jute Bowl - Natural & Hemp Scrubber - 2 Pack

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Seafarer Laundr y Basket - Natural

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Woven Pot Duo

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Tableware SPECIAL OCCASSIONS & EVERYDAY ENJOYMENT

Style up this year’s Christmas table and gatherings with The Dharma Door’s collection of placemats, coaster sets and macrame table runners.

Doubling as affordable gifts that can be appreciated every day, these items are hand woven from natural jute fibres and can be styled to fantastic effected using dried and fresh flowers, candles and earthenware.

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Jute Placemat Set of 8; Jute Coaster set of 8 (in lidded basket); Jute Macrame Table Runner

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Jute Placemat Set of 8; Jute Coaster set of 8 (in lidded basket); Jute Macrame Table Runner

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Jute Placemat Set of 8; Jute Coaster set of 8

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Gifts for her A TOUCH OF NATURAL LUXURY

Looking for a gift that will add a touch of luxury to her day?

The Dharma Door’s collection of canvas totes and bags, bath items and supersoft cotton throws are just the ticket.

Combine handmade jute canvas pouches and bags, hemp scrubbers and Suriya throw to make a knockout gift. Or pair them with quality natural cosmetics and accessories for a superspecial parcel - guaranteed to please.

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Tote with leather handles - Ash (also available in Camel)

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Hemp Scrubber - 2 Pack

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Suriya Cotton T hrow (available in Natural & Linen)

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Pouch - Ash (3 sizes - also available in Camel)

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Toiletr y Bag - Camel

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Gifts for him TECH AND TRAVEL IN STYLE

The Dharma Door’s collection of woven totes and jute canvas items are just as well-suited to him as they are to her.

Crafted from natural fibres and available in a variety of neutral, earthy colours, these relaxed pieces are great for travel and storing electrical devices. Paired together, or with other clothing and luxury items, they make a great gift for those who appreciate a little natural style.

Toiletr y Bag - Ash

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Jute Shopper - Tannin Diamond (also available in Clay, Tannin & Black Diamond

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Pouch - Camel (3 sizes - also available in Ash)

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Laptop/iPad Bag - Ash (2 sizes)

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Laptop/iPad Bag - Camel (2 sizes)

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Gift Cards GIVE THE GIFT OF CHOICE

Available in a variety of price points, The Dharma Door gift cards give recipients the opportunity to choose their own gift.

Ideal for those who appreciate Fair Trade and natural, handmade items, gift cards are also perfect for someone who has been coveting something from visit the online store to place an order - delivered directly to your inbox for printing or sharing.

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Always natural. Always handmade. Always Fair Trade.

WE CAN ALL MAKE A MEANINGFUL DIFFERENCE

The Dharma Door was created in 2004 to empower people out of the cycle of poverty. Through good design and ethical, Fair Trade practices, the label has offered homewares crafted from natural fibres ever since. Handmade – from start to finish – by skilled fair trade artisans, each item tells their story with every stitch.

It is our belief that he greatest impact can be made through ongoing business. So we partner exclusively with non-profit, Fair Trade organisations, who provide a host of life-changing support and training for the people who craft our quality products.

United by a shared purpose, long term partnerships and mutual respect, The Dharma Door takes time to build authentic connections and understand artisan culture, craft skills and the raw materials they use to bring each new design to life.

Every single item in our collection has the power to change lives. By choosing wisely we can all make a meaningful difference.

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