Traidcraft Bulletin - September 2018 by traidcraftshop

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Welcome to the New Digital Bulletin THE SEPTEMBER ISSUE

Dear Friends,

Here it is – your very first digital Bulletin! As you’ll see it’s not too different to the printed version, and you can still relax with a Fair Trade cuppa while you read it. You’ll see we have a strong Swaziland theme this month, including material that you can use in your Harvest services. Your Point of Sale Poster this month features Little Treasures and can be ordered free of charge using code 34144, usual p&p applies, so make sure you add it to an order. We hope you’re treasuring your lovely new Resellers’ Guide as your personal resource, but if you do need a further copy they can be ordered for £1 each using code 34182 – limited stocks available, and again normal p&p applies. The code for the itemised order forms is 34130. As always, I’m ridiculously excited about catching up with you all at the roadshows, so make sure you’ve booked up. See you there! Hot news, and as an added incentive, we will have a rice farmer from Kilombero, Malawi, at our Preston and Carlisle roadshows. Thank you to Just Trading Scotland for organising that.

Happy fair trading!

Matt

Matt Oliver, Traidcraft Community Sales Manager The Autumn / Winter 18 catalogues will be available from mid September. 27064 (Up to 10 free of charge) 34260 (10p a copy thereafter)

Above: A demonstration of the fabric dying process at Baobab Batik. Below: Artisans skillfully applying wax to the dyed fabrics.

Swaziland with Meet the People In June, Carrie from our Marketing Team joined the Meet the People tour to Swaziland (now eSwatini). Carrie tells us a little bit about the trip. ‘Creative Swaziland. One of the smallest countries in the southern hemisphere but what it lacks for in size it certainly makes up for in experiences.’ This was the description I read before the trip. “Sure, they all say that. Right?” The ‘experiences’ began on day one when we crossed the border from Johannesburg into Swaziland. The flat landscape immediately grew into mountainous valleys with rural charm. Every winding turn revealed more breath-taking views than the last. We spent our first night in tents beside Phophonyane’s gushing waterfalls. During the trip we resided in tents, beehive huts and huts with no walls. Each had their own extraordinary appeal. We stayed inside safari parks amongst animals, watched warthogs warm by the fire, stroked rhinos, ate authentic food, star gazed and watched traditional dancing. One day-trip lead us to a rural village were we learned some conversational phrases to chat to the locals and were invited to listen to great stories, inside our guide’s homestead, about the culture of Swaziland. The unforgettable experiences were never ending, but the real purpose of my visit to Swaziland was to bring some real-life context to Traidcraft’s marketing efforts. I wanted to learn the stories behind the products and get a better understanding about Fair Trade and it’s effects in developing countries. It was incredible to

see some of the Autumn / Winter 18 products being made on some of our trips. We saw great quality and imagination, exceptional skills, ingenuity, courage and determination. On Day 3, the visit to Tintsaba was inspirational. To see the Sisal plant being stripped, washed, spun, dyed and woven into beautiful jewellery and homeware was fascinating. Over 800 women work for Tintsaba, often from their own homes whilst caring for their families. We learned how mohair is brushed, rolled and spun into yarn to make gorgeous fabrics at Coral Stephens; products that will last a lifetime and amazing skills that are being taught to younger generations. On Day 5 we visited Ngwenya Glass, who are renowned for their sustainable credentials. They considered every aspect of their business and reused or recycled everything they could. We met Black Mamba’s partner group, Guba, who teach permaculture and sustainable farming in village communities. All of the herbs and spices that are used in the sauces are grown by graduates of the Guba training courses. On Day 9 we met Gone Rural, who provide work to hundreds of women in the surrounding areas. They drive to and from each community collecting and swapping raw grass for dyed grass, for women to weave homewares for a fair price.

“It’s fascinating to see the incredible products made in Swaziland. The producers are so inventive, intuitive and efficient with the resources they have. I feel privileged to have met them. Swaziland, I hope to see you again.” Carrie, Senior Graphic Designer 3

The Everyday Fair Trader D O I N G N OT S O E V E RY DAY T H I N G S

This month we travel to the Forest of Dean to meet Rachel Wade Whittington, who tells us why her mum is her greatest Fair Trade inspiration, how her best friend is connected to Traidcraft, and the details of her latest Fair Trade victory… How did you first get involved with Traidcraft? My mum started getting involved with Traidcraft in the early 1980s when I was very small, so it’s always been a part of my life. I used to help Mum with online ordering. It was when I was doing an order one day that I saw information about holding a Big Brew during Fairtrade Fortnight. I thought this was a fab idea! I quickly organised one and held it at my home during Fairtrade Fortnight in 2010. At the time I had a 13 month old daughter.

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In 2011, after holding my second Big Brew (with a 14 week old son), Mum and I decided that I would take over her account. I started going to the local Methodist church’s monthly coffee morning, which I still go to now. Later that year I did a big event at my then church (Coleford Baptist Church) to promote Fair Trade. I called it ‘A Fair Deal Locally’ which then became the name I worked under. As the church was already buying Fair Trade tea and coffee from my mum, I was able to make the church a Fair Trade Church, and they still buy their tea and coffee from me today. What motivates you to do what you do? My biggest motivation comes from my Christian faith. There are almost 3000 verses in the Bible that talk about poverty and justice, including;

Micah 6:8 says “The LORD God has told you what is

our friendship grew. We’ve done some events together

right and what he demands: ‘See that justice is done,

and I’ve gone to some of her craft fayres. We know we

let mercy be your first concern, and humbly obey your God.’”

confuse people as we’re both Rachel W in the Forest of Dean doing Traidcraft!

Amos 5:24 says “let justice and fairness flow like

What are your aspirations for Fair Trade in your

a never ending river.”

community?

Jesus spoke about justice throughout his ministry;

I really want my shop to grow and be a place where

“...you neglect the more important matters of the Law,

people know they can buy Fair Trade groceries

such as justice, mercy and faithfulness.” Matthew 23:23

and crafts. With there being a Co-op in town, I’m considering looking in to what it takes to be a

Whilst the neediest people might have changed, the principle remains the same. Fair Trade and Traidcraft gives powerless people power. It enables them to earn a living and pay for food, education and healthcare. How has your activity changed over the years? I continue to do a Big Brew every Fairtrade Fortnight. I usually do it at home, but after moving house I decided to do it at my new church (Mount of Olives) this year, which worked out well. At the beginning of April, I moved into a shop. MidWyedean Churches rents a shop in town for its parish office. Someone was already running a Christian bookshop in there and they asked if I’d like to come in too. I jumped at the opportunity. It’s been a quiet start but slowly sales are increasing. Having the shop space means I can stock more, I don’t have to transport it all around and set up and set down constantly. Plus, it’s a lot of fun being in the shop with the parish secretary and bookshop owner. And also – just the other day – my church agreed to buy Traidcraft tea and coffee from me. Victory! Who’s been the greatest influence on you as a Fair Trader?

Fairtrade Town. At least 2 churches are Fair Trade Churches and I’m working on converting my church to using Fair Trade tea and coffee and becoming a Fair Trade Church. What are you most proud of achieving as a Fair Trader?

I’ve done eight Big Brews and raised over £2000 for Traidcraft Exchange since 2010. I’ve also been doing Traidcraft whilst raising my children. I started when my second child was 5 months old, he’s now 7 and half. I used to take my children to virtually anything I did! I had my 3rd child in 2014 and wondered if I would continue. In the end, I reduced my stock and what I did for a while. When he was 10 days old, I took him and his older sister and brother to the coffee morning at the Methodist church. The people who attend the coffee morning have watched my children grow. It’s really been lovely. What advice would you give a new Fair Trader, just starting out? Be prepared for your church not to embrace Fair Trade. This has been my experience. It’s disappointing and trying to change people’s shopping preferences is really difficult.

Initially my mum because that’s where I got my original inspiration from. Through being a Fair Trader I met my best friend Rachel Witham. She was doing Traidcraft at her church in the neighbouring town (Cinderford) to mine (Coleford). Whilst searching on the Fairtrade Foundation website for events in my area I saw she was running a Bake Off. I made contact with her and

Grab a toasty cup of your favourite drink! Check out traidcraftshop.co.uk

Organic September Organic September is an annual campaign led by the Soil Association, a great opportunity to promote new organic foods on your stall. Traidcraft Organic Orange Marmalade 67388 Single 340g £2.65 43294 Case (6 x 340g) £14.10

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Traidcraft Organic Strawberry Jam 42766 Single 340g £2.65 42670 Case (6 x 340g) £14.10

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Traidcraft Organic Peruvian Ground Coffee (227g) 31356 Single 227g £4.65 33138 Case (6 x 227g) £25.20 Traidcraft Organic Pitted Dates (250g) 48200 Single 250g £3.50 47730 Case (5 x 250g) £18.90 Traidcraft Organic Walnuts (150g) 44958 Single 150g £2.95 32032 Case (5 x 150g) £15.90

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Traidcraft Organic Cashew Nuts (150g) 56756 Single 150g £3.50 66506 Case (5 x 150g) £18.90 Zaytoun Organic Maftoul (250g) 62422 Single 250g £3.15 58370 Case (5 x 250g) £17.10

Organic

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BUT WHY ORGANIC?  Better for the planet - No system of farming does more to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture and protect natural resources.  Better for the soil - organic farming uses sustainable practices that build healthy soil microbiology and prevent erosion, leaving fertile land that will provide for future generations. By not using synthetic fertilisers and persistent toxic chemicals, organic farming is also easy on our precious water reserves.  Better for wildlife - Organic farms are havens for wildlife and provide homes for bees, birds and butterflies – there is up to 50% more wildlife on organic farms!  Better for nutrition - How we farm really does affect the quality of the food we eat. Ground-breaking research published in the British Journal of Nutrition has found significant nutritional differences between organic and non-organic farming. In 2014, the team at Newcastle University found organic crops are up to 60% higher in a number of key antioxidants than conventionally-grown ones. Hydrogenated fats and controversial artificial food colours and preservatives are banned under organic standards.  Better for farmers - Choosing organic protects the health of farmers and their children. Farmers exposed to pesticides can have a higher risk of contracting cancer. Almost 300 pesticides can be routinely used in non-organic farming and are often present in non-organic food. Many herbicides and insecticides commonly used in agriculture have been found to be carcinogenic, hormone disruptors, or have a negative impact on children’s development. Find out more here: https://www.soilassociation.org/ organic-living/whatisorganic/

Food Bites W H AT ’ S N E W ?

GEOBAR Update

Three Mountains Organic Coffee. We’ve introduced two new 1kg bags of coffee to the range, both organic, made from a quality blend of Arabica beans, and full of flavour (medium no. 3). One is ground coffee, the other whole beans ready for making your own freshly ground coffee. Get stocked for National Coffee Day on 1st October! Find your coffee on pg 66 and 67 of your Resellers’ Guide. Organic

You may have spotted in the Resellers’ Guide and on the webshop that “display boxes” of GEOBAR (20 x 35g) are no longer available. This is because our current manufacturer of GEOBAR is no longer willing to make the bars for us, due to our low minimum order quantities. We are in the process of deciding the future of GEOBAR as well as talking with potential manufacturers. However, for now, our last production run of boxes (5x35g) will last us until around December.

Organic

Zaytoun and Traidcraft are delighted to let you know that the Medjoul dates from Jericho have won a star at Great Taste Awards 2018!

Available mid-September

Traidcraft Organic Medium Roast Ground Coffee (1kg)

Traidcraft Organic Medium Roast Whole Bean Arabica (1kg)

Single 1kg 33510 £19.50

Single 1kg 37790 £19.50

Case (6 x 1kg) 35690 £105.60

Case (6 x 1kg) 42590 £105.60

W H AT ’ S B A C K ?

The Guild of Fine Food judges had this to say: “These Medjoul dates are fleshy and succulent with a wonderful caramelised flavour. A pleasure to eat. Succulent and meaty.” This is great news for the profile of Palestinian food in general, and especially for the date growers in and around the ancient city of Jericho. Zaytoun have said: “Thank you so much for your support of this product – it is a vital source of income for farmers who are producing exceptional produce whilst striving to retain their own land, facing daily struggles in accessing their water resources and working to grow trade opportunities.” Please keep supporting them.

Organic

Malawi Mzuzu Coffee is back in September. Malawi Mzuzu Organic Ground Coffee (227g bag)

Get your award-winning dates now at traidcraftshop.co.uk!

Single 227g 65906 £4.65

54846 Single 500g £8.30 26948 Case (6 x 500g) £45

Case (6 x 227g) 60578 £25.20

Off to University?

WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

Student Survival Kit

Send your student off to university with a pack that contains everyday essentials from pasta to washing-up gloves, and get them hooked on Fair Trade from the start. Also an ideal gift for anyone moving house. So obvious we wonder why we’ve never done it before! 68872 £55

Grocery Offers

D I V I N E C H O C O L AT E 3 5 G B A R S 7 - 2 4 TH S E P T E M B E R Available while stock lasts. Usual discounts apply.

Single WAS £1.10 NOW £0.88 Case (30) WAS £29.70 NOW £23.76

CAFÉDIRECT GROUND COFFEE 1 4 - 1 6 TH S E P T E M B E R

Divine Milk Chocolate Gingerbread Crisp 37482 Single 41874 Case

Organic Cafédirect Organic Fairtrade Machu Picchu Ground Coffee (227g) 50536 Single WAS £4.65 NOW £3.72 51040 Case (6) WAS £26.70 NOW £21.36

Divine Milk Chocolate 32936 Single 24750 Case

Cafédirect Fairtrade Kilimanjaro Ground Coffee (227g) 58752 Single WAS £4.65 NOW £3.72 45266 Case (6) WAS £26.70 NOW £21.36

Divine White Chocolate 50050 Single 44258 Case

New

Divine 70% Dark Chocolate 51552 Single 47224 Case

Divine Orange Milk Chocolate 58504 Single 58148 Case

AFRICAN GRINDERS FROM TURQLE TRADING 7 - 2 4 TH S E P T E M B E R Ukuva Victoria Falls Rainbow Pepper Grinder (50g) 55072 Single WAS £4.50 NOW £3.60 26128 Case (6) WAS £24.30 NOW £19.44 Ukuva Swahili Lemon Pepper Grinder (60g) 27174 Single WAS £4.15 NOW £3.30 26098 Case (6) WAS £22.50 NOW £18 Ukuva Cape Garden Herb Grinder (40g) 61418 Single WAS £4.15 NOW £3.30 57384 Case (6) WAS £22.50 NOW £18

Divine Caramel Dark Chocolat 66616 Single 58662 Case Divine Cappuccino Chocolate 69278 Single 69020 Case Divine Caramel Milk Chocolate 55968 Single 51990 Case

Check out your Resellers’ Guide pgs 14 & 72

Craft Offers Stock up early! When they’re gone, they’re gone! 1. Little Star of Bethlehem Cards (Pack of 2) 42848 Single WAS £7 NOW £4 2. A Purrrfect Christmas Card 62956 Single WAS £3.50 NOW £0.70

3. Finger Print Reindeer Card 43580 Single WAS £3.95 NOW £1.99 4. Finger Print Nativity Card 43614 Single WAS £3.95 NOW £1.40

5. Felt Nativity Set in a Bag 27406 Single WAS £12.50 NOW £3.75 6. Decorative Deer Sculpture Ornament (Large) 68370 Single WAS £50 NOW £20

7. Star Tree Topper & Decorations 37520 Single WAS £15 NOW £3 8. Nativity Silhouette Picture 50048 Single WAS £32 NOW £14.40

Available while stock lasts. Usual discounts apply.

Beautiful Gifts! 9. Large Charpoy Stool 58230 Single WAS £120 NOW £72 10. Bicycle Chain Wine Rack 67118 Single WAS £48 NOW £19.20 9

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Once the dyed grass dries out in the sun, it’s delivered to villages where they are woven by hand into product.

Harvesting the Grass

A H ARVEST FESTIVAL RESOURCE In the remote hills of eSwatini (formerly Swaziland*) hundreds of women can be found weaving wild Lutindzi grass into placemats, coasters and table accessories. The natural tones and bright colours of these handicrafts reflect the landscape and heritage of their country. Gone Rural’s roots began in a thatched mud hut in the 1970s where founder, Jenny Thorne, ran a small craft shop called Tishweshwe, selling handmade clothes, accessories and anti-apartheid literature. As the business grew, Jenny focussed on hand-woven products and ventured into the mountains where the Lutindzi grass grows wild and abundant. Her vision was to give Swazi women independence and a voice, and so in 1992 Gone Rural was born. Fast forward twenty years and Gone Rural is now working with over 770 artisans in 13 groups spread across 53 communities located in three regions across eSwatini, and selling those women’s products to retailers around the world.

Sisal Fibre The sisal plant is an invasive weed, although useful when planted as a fence around the Swazi homestead. The sisal stem is cut from the tree and is stripped and cleaned to give the very strong fibre. Once the stem is cut the grass re-grows and can be re-harvested. The women weavers love to use a touch of sisal to add vibrant accents to their handicrafts. The sisal fibre is also hand spun into strong rope which is used to stitch the placemats together for strength and durability.

“Our local and international design team work closely together to combine tradition and innovation; constantly experimenting with new materials and techniques our design process is practical and organic.”

Lutindzi Grass “Lutindzi” is the Swazi name for a strong, wiry species of sedge grass (coleochloa setifera), so tough even the cattle won’t eat it. Indigenous to Swaziland, Lutindzi grass grows wild on rocky outcrops in the mountains. Traditionally harvested once a year, the grass is sustainably picked from above the roots. The grass has a natural waxy finish which makes it water and stain resistant, so it is an excellent material for place mats and floor mats. 10

Lutindzi grass is logged before it’s handed out to be woven, enabling Gone Rural to be an efficient & resourceful business.

* In April this year King Mswati III of Swaziland changed his country’s name to eSwatini. Meaning “land of the Swazis” the name change was announced at the 50th anniversary of the country’s independence from Britain.

Weaving Away Poverty The process starts in the mountains with the harvest of the Lutinditzi grasses. Gone Rural buys the grass from the local communities. In workshops, they use ecofriendly dye, fuel-efficient burners and non-indigenous wood. The grass is then dried in the sun. When the grass is dry it is weighed and bundled, and each woman in the community is given raw material and the design for her order. Gone Rural visits each community every month so that the women always have work. The women weave at home in between their other duties. It is part-time work, and at certain times during the year they are busy harvesting crops so they allocate less time to weaving. When Gone Rural returns to the mountains a few weeks later to buy the products, women gather from near and far with brightly coloured bundles of grass and products carried skilfully on their heads. An informal market occurs as other women sell their wares, from second-hand clothes to vegetables and home-baked goods. After catching up on the local news, the women return home with another order and the cycle begins again.

E D U C A T I O N , H E A LT H , COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT

Shop this beautiful hand crafted range online or in the Resellers’ Guide pages 28 & 34

“But when you give a banquet, invite the poor...” Luke 14:13

BoMake has provided 300 pit latrines, 16 boreholes and made clean water accessible to 8000 people.

“Gone Rural is a role model in social enterprise and world-class handcraft, whilst addressing wider community needs by running health and education programs for their artisans and communities.” Discover more about Gone Rural’s work (including pictures and quotes from the women) on their website at goneruralswazi.com. Feel free to use this information for a church service or newsletter:

Swaziland has the highest prevalence of HIV, as percentage of adult population, in the world, as of 2016. A dual epidemic of HIV and TB has meant that life expectancy has halved since the Millennium. Care of orphans and vulnerable children often falls upon older generations. Each artisan has, on average, 6 dependents. While Gone Rural provides a regular source of income for the women, Gone Rural BoMake is a non-profit organisation which complements their work, by providing social programmes to assist rural women and their communities with education, health, community development and women’s empowerment. For example, more than 40% of Swazis live without access to clean water. However, to date, Gone Rural

Women in the local area meet once a week, on a Tuesday, to work together. They enjoy one another’s company and often spend the day singing and socialising while they work!

My favourite is... “For me this is a great smooth milk chocolate, with a warming spice but also floral notes of the cardamom making an utterly delicious chocolate bar I can enjoy with a cup of coffee”

Lizy White. Category Manager, Confectionery.

The Autumn / Winter 2018 collection may be brand new to Fair Traders, but staff at Traidcraft have been working on it for months. So we asked some of our staff “What’s on your wish-list from the new Autumn / Winter 18 range?” As you’d expect, they came up with a variety of favourites - here are their answers …

Kirsty Young. Merchandising Manager.

World in your Kitchen Calendar 2019 50736

I love that there’s a different Vegetarian recipe to try every month.

As an animal lover I think it’s just cute! It would make an ideal gift for a child or could be used as a key ring holder or for hanging dog leads.

AWARD WINNING C H O C O L AT E ! Eat Your Hat Milk chocolate with Sri Lankan Cardamom Single 26110 Case 23982

Nicola Bryden. Fair Trade Community Sales Coordinator.

Pet Paw Wall Hook 68208 12

“To me the hexagon is such a powerful shape, which represents balance and harmony – just like bees and their honeycombs do in nature. I also love how versatile this product is, the pieces can be stacked together as a funky ornament and wine rack! Geometric Wine Rack 33060. We’ve stacked them so you can see how they look!

Jude Allen. Commercial Sales Coordinator.

Andy Biggs. Chief Operating Officer.

Leather Wallet and Headphone Holder Set 40342

Why? – Because I like keeping my money, headphones and ethical conscience in a safe place.

The skill required to make each glass is awe-inspiring and makes each glass unique. They are also really tactile.

Tessa Conder. Events & Promotions Coordinator.

Phoenician Ocean Blue Tumbler 39880

Matt Oliver. Fair Trade Community Sales Manager.

Snowball Pom Pom Garland 41090

I love the elegant winter-white effect, plus it comes from Sasha. They do extraordinary work in Eastern India providing work for artisans making traditional textile handicrafts. I wanted one the moment I saw them.

I love that the cover is handmade from wild grasses and abaca fibre.

GET BACK TO SCHOOL READY

Emma Burke. Digital Marketing Executive.

Gutsy Fibre Notebook 67292 13

Resources

L O V E LY T H I N G S T O A D D TO YOUR NEXT ORDER Glitz is Back.

This month’s Point of Sale poster is all about Little Treasures, which includes lots of new affordable glitzy handmade products. Our Little Treasures range should become available to buy in stages throughout September. The posters are free and can be ordered using code 34144, usual p&p applies, one per customer please. Please note, there’ll be a different code each month. Explore our highlighted producers on the back!

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Noah’s Ark

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Noah’s Ark

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SAIDPUR ENTERPRISES

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MAI HANDICRAFTS

BANGLADESH

VIETNAM

Bags of Bangladesh Saidpur was born out of the influx of refugees into Bangladesh in the 1970s. Its two social enterprises now employ 98 women who often live difficult lives. They learn how to create beautiful Fair Trade eco bags and natural gift items, while earning fair wages that improve their livelihood and that of their families. Saidpur’s main objective is to create long-term job opportunities for poor destitute women in Saidpur, and their products are made sustainably and exclusively using locally-sourced natural materials. The artisans use traditional techniques such as screen-printing and beautiful Kantha stitching.

INDIA

Good Measure

Whether you prefer elegant gold and silver, or you love jazzy rainbow colours, Noah’s Ark has the perfect 36996 glitzy treasure just for you.

It all started with the sharing of training and ideas among women, religious groups and ethnic minorities. The organisation has now grown into a main source of empowerment and self-reliance to disadvantaged and highly skilled local women. Many of the women live in rural communities and some are disabled.

TRAIDCRAFTSHO

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Glitzy is back!

The much-loved quirky tape measures come from Mai Handicrafts in Southern Vietnam.

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Founded in Moradabad in the 1980s, Noah’s Ark has been supporting and empowering talented artisans in India, and now provides employment for over 300 people. They also provide health and education benefits for the artisans and their families. The lovely sparkly glitzy items are made by workers from Bihar in a workshop in Delhi.Delightful,

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LITTLE TREASURES

Products are crafted from recycled materials, including their signature recycled magazine paper designs, featured in Traidcraft’s Christmas 2018 collection.

Saidpur believes that more income means better education, better food and peace in households.

Saidpur Enterprises

NOAH’S ARK

fun, affordable

Noah’s Ark’s artisans workFair Trade items from our with a huge variety of materialswonderfully skilled artisans, including recycled bike chains, metal offering everything you need work and wood. Check out their bike for big smiles. chain and carved wood items in this season’s collection.

P. C O . U K T R A I D C R A F T S H O P. C O . U K

34144 FREE

Mai Handicrafts

Little Treasures Starter Pack One of each of the items on the poster, with a 33% total saving. Available second half of September. 34302 £100

Christmas Cards.

Sales of these cards help the charities Traidcraft Exchange, Christian Aid, CAFOD and SCIAF, as a portion of each purchase goes towards their invaluable work. Charity Christmas Cards 3

£3 - £3.75 1. Thinking of You at Christmas Blank inside. H13.7 x W13.7cm. Pack of 6. 61298 £3

5. Silent Night Inside reads: “Wishing you Peace and Joy at Christmas”, with gold foil. H9.8 x W13cm. Pack of 10. 56640 £3.75

2. Night Before Christmas Inside reads: “Happy Christmas”. H13.7 x W13.7cm. Pack of 10. 39334 £3.75

6. Christmas Robin Inside reads: “Happy Christmas”. H13.7 x W13.7cm. Pack of 10. 32014 £3.75

3. Shepherd Boy Inside reads: “With Best Wishes for Christmas and The New Year”. H17.1 x W12.1cm. Pack of 10. 54732 £3.75

7. Light of The World Inside reads: “Wishing you a Peaceful Christmas and New Year”. H13.7 x W13.7cm. Pack of 10. 30580 £3.75

4. Candle Glow Inside reads: “Wishing you Peace and Joy at Christmas”. H17.1 x W12.1cm. Pack of 10. 51130 £3.75

8. O Come Let Us Adore Him Inside reads: “Christmas Blessings”. H17.1 x W12.1cm. Pack of 10. 48766 £3.75

£3.95 1. Holy Night Inside reads: “Christmas Blessings”. H13.7 x W13.7cm. Pack of 10. 25648 £3.95 2. Mary and Child Inside reads: “Wishing you a Peaceful Christmas and New Year”. H17.1 x W12.1cm. Pack of 10. 41656 £3.95

3. Journey to Bethlehem Inside reads: “Wishing you Peace and Joy at Christmas”. Bible Verse: Isaiah 7:14. H13.7 x W13.7cm. Pack of 10. 44062 £3.95

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4. Away in A Manger Inside reads: “Christmas Blessings”. H22.8 x W8.5cm. Pack of 10. 56024 £3.95

£4.50 - £4.95 1. The Holy Infant is Born Inside reads: “Wishing you a Peaceful Christmas and New Year” with gold foil finish. H22.8 x 8.5cm. Pack of 10. 2 Designs. 59876 £4.50 2. The Christmas Story Inside reads: “With Best Wishes for Christmas and The New Year”. H15.9 x W15.9cm. Pack of 10. One card with central bi-fold. 48902 £4.50 3. Christmas Silhouettes Inside reads: “Wishing you a Peaceful Christmas and New Year”. H9.5 x W9.5cm. Pack of 20. 4 Designs. 32938 £4.95 4. Joy, Hope, Peace, Glory Inside reads: “Best Wishes for Christmas and The New Year” with gold foil finish. H9.5 x W9.5cm. Pack of 20. 4 Designs. 57782 £4.95 5. Christmas Watercolours Inside reads: “Wishing you Peace and Joy at Christmas”. H9.5 x W9.5cm. Pack of 20. 4 Designs. 32932 £4.95 6. A Saviour Is Born Inside reads: “Wishing you Peace and Joy at Christmas”. H9.8 x W13cm. Pack of 20. 4 Designs. 54784 £4.95

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5. Worship The King Inside reads: “With Best Wishes for Christmas and The New Year. Bible Verse: Matthew 2:11”. H13.7 x W13.7cm. Pack of 10. 64726 £3.95 6. Dove of Peace Inside reads: “Wishing you a Peaceful Christmas and New Year”. H13.7 x W13.7cm. Pack of 10. 58498 £3.95 7. Holy Family Inside reads: “Christmas Blessings”. Sourced in the UK. H13.7 x W13.7cm. Pack of 10. 66970 £3.95 8. African Nativity Inside reads: “With Best Wishes for Christmas and The New Year”. H17.1 x W12.1cm. Pack of 10. 61190 £3.95

7. Follow the Star Inside reads: “Christmas Blessings”. H9.5 x W9.5cm. Pack of 20. 4 Designs. 53934 £4.95 8. Christmas Baubles Inside reads: “Wishing you Peace and Joy at Christmas”. H9.5 x W9.5cm. Pack of 20. 4 Designs. 30810 £4.95

9. Let it Snow Inside reads: “Happy Christmas”. H9.5 x W9.5cm. Pack of 20. 4 Designs. 63662 £4.95

10. A Starry Night Inside reads: “Wishing you a Peaceful Christmas and New Year. Bible Verse: Matthew 2:10, “When they saw the star, they were overjoyed”. H9.8 x W13cm. Pack of 20. 4 Designs. 46596 £4.95

Proceeds from the sale of these cards supports:

Christmas Card Poster 33890 Single FREE

One per customer, available while stocks last.

Thank You!

T R A I D C R A F T S H O P. C O . U K

Christmas Card Range Pack One pack of each card (26 packs) 31582 Single £65 14

Christmas Card Sample Pack One card of each design (51 cards) 40136 Single £6.50

Update

FROM CEO ROBIN ROTH Dear All, Since sharing the news with you last month that we are looking to reduce our costs I have received some heartwarming and encouraging responses. Thank you. Those of you who are shareholders will by now have received our annual accounts and they are not easy reading. Our trading losses – in other words the money we make or lose by buying and selling goods and before any other exceptional items are taken into account – amounted to nearly £600,000 last year. Clearly, a company of our size cannot last for very long with losses like these. As I look at Traidcraft’s history I am overwhelmed by just how successful we, together, have been. We started as a small group of individuals passionate about trade justice, and we have changed the way businesses think about their supply chains. What a victory. And yet… it seems that Traidcraft has not changed fast enough to keep up with the tidal wave we unleashed, and we certainly haven’t kept our prime position as the crest of the wave. We are now playing catch-up, and time is short. For our part, we’ll continue to work through the various strategic options and opportunities that exist for Traidcraft – we share with you a desire to ensure that our fire for trade justice continues to burn brightly. So for now, its heads down and plough on, the success of our autumn 2018 season will have a big impact on the options that are available to Traidcraft. It is comforting to know that so many of you care and are working hard to fan the flame for trade justice. I would like to encourage you to continue talking about Traidcraft to your friends and communities: this autumn we have produced an extraordinary selection of high-quality foods and crafts. There is a Christmas present in there for virtually everyone. Kindest regards Robin

Hi from Traidcraft Exchange TOOLS FOR PLANNING YOUR AUTUMN With autumn fast approaching, and the evenings getting that little bit colder and darker, it’s the perfect time to gather your community together to do something amazing. Whether that’s a coffee morning, sponsored park clear-up, community bike ride, signing up to the Great North Run (we’ve got places for next year), or even thinking ahead to a Christmas service (just over 100 days left!), autumn is the ideal time for planning ahead. For many of the people we work with, autumn is also a time for planning ahead – planting after the long rains of the Summer in Senegal, for example, or harvesting jute to sell in Bangladesh. We at Traidcraft Exchange are planning away too – working on our Christmas Appeal. This year it’s going to be a little different, and will offer Fair Traders lots of helpful resources – short films, information, and community materials and stories you can share with those around you. We’d love to hear if you’ve any plans, or what would be useful for you!

Ndella from Casamance tends her plants in the community garden. Photo credit: Ricci Shryock.

We are also planning some amazing events connected to our Tea Campaign – in the first week of November we’re expecting some very special guests from Assam at our event series ‘Who picked my tea? on tour’. We’ll be in Manchester, Birmingham, London and Newcastle and we’d love you to join us. Details are being finalised right now, so watch this space for more info! As Fair Traders know better than anyone, every time we try to do something small, we become part of something bigger. So we’re asking you to continue your fight against trade injustice by sharing the work of Traidcraft Exchange with your community where ever you can so that together, we can inspire more and more people to call for a world where trade benefits everyone, not just the wealthy. For any help or support, please do get in touch with us at hello@traidcraft.org, or by calling 0191 497 6445. We’d love to hear from you!

Samuel tends his farm in Northern Kenya. Photo credit: Khadija Farah. 15

Diary Dates TRAIDCRAFT’S ON THE ROAD AGAIN THIS AUTUMN YORK | Tue 11 September (4pm-9.30pm) Haxby & Wigginton Methodist Church, The Village, Haxby, York, YO32 2JJ PRESTON* | Wed 12 September (5pm-9.30pm) St Cuthbert’s Fulwood, Lytham Road, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 3AR CARLISLE* | Thu 13 September (4pm-9.30pm) The Border Kirk, Chapel Street, Carlisle, CA1 1JA TAUNTON | Wed 26 September (4.30pm- 9.15pm) Creech St Michael Baptist Church, St Michael Road, Creech St Michael, Taunton, TA3 5QQ PLYMOUTH | Thu 27 September (4pm-9.30pm) Tavistock Methodist Church, Chapel Street, Tavistock, PL19 8DX BIRMINGHAM | Fri 28 September (4pm-9.30pm) Carrs Lane Church, Carrs Lane, Birmingham, B4 7SX

BELFAST | Tue 2 October (4pm-9.30pm) Newtownbreda Presbyterian Church, 374-378 Ormeau Road, Belfast BT7 3HX TROON | Thu 4 October (4pm-9.30pm) St Meddan’s Church, Church Street, Troon, KA10 6HT

A Plea!

Please do not arrive early. Our van will arrive at these venues just a few hours before doors open and if you enter early our staff will not get a break during a long day and we may not be ready to welcome you properly. Thank You.

Doors Open:  Enjoy a cuppa

TRAIDCRAFT PLC AGM | Sat 15 September Currently a shareholder-only event

 See, touch and browse the new

autumn collection  Taste new foods  Mingle with other people passionate about Fair Trade

*Note: Meet a rice farmer from Kilombero at our Preston & Carlisle roadshows. All our venues are as close to bus and train routes as we are able to secure. Traidcraft is unable to give advice on local transport or accommodation. Please check local websites before you travel. Dates and venues may change

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Evening Programme

Approx 7pm

Matt’s presentation: Includes Traidcraft’s vision for the coming months and short videos.

Approx 7.30pm

Return to browsing and ordering until doors close. Receive an extra 10% discount on craft orders placed at the event. There will be a limited selection of bargains to order. Come for part or all of the evening.