Top 25 Ethical and Fair Trade Gifts Under $150 for Everyone on Your List | 2023 Gift Guide

1. Korissa Amari Loop Basket Set in Natural — $58

This beautiful, two-toned basket set is the perfect vessel for holding plants, fruits, trinkets, and more. Handcrafted by Fair Trade artisans in Bangladesh, each basket is sustainably made using natural seagrass and jute, and colored using natural dyes. KORISSA ensures their artisans receive living wages and education and health care opportunities.

3. Coyuchi Reyes Waffle Blanket in Hazel — $148

Made from GOTS organic cotton, this waffle blanket features a unique texture while providing warmth and comfort. Coyuchi is a member of the Textile Exchange, a founding brand in the Sustainable Textile Coalition, and a supporter of the Chetna Organic Farming Cooperative. Their products are exclusively made from fair trade and earth-first manufacturers who use organic cotton and responsibly sourced linen.

5.  KAZI All Natural Teal Gourd Birdhouse — $38

Shopping for the bird lover in your life? Look no further than KAZI’s All Natural Teal Gourd Birdhouse! It’s hand-woven in Ghana using elephant grass and colored with organic dyes, ensuring the birds that inhabit this home won’t be exposed to harmful chemicals. 

KAZI is a member of the Fair Trade Federation and uses fair trade practices in their organization. Their products are made from locally sourced natural materials, native to Africa, that are readily available to their artisans — like natural fibers of sisal and sweetgrass. KAZI also reinvests their profits to alleviate poverty across rural Africa by developing training initiatives that teach farmers to become artisans and build upon existing craftspeople’s skill sets.

7. Casa Amarosa Velvet Round Throw Pillow in Pistachio Green — $79

This incredibly soft, ethically made round cotton throw pillow can be used as a decorative accent pillow or as an extra seat on the floor. Casa Amarosa is a women-led, POC-owned brand who works with artisans in India to make their chi and modern bohemian items. They work with Fair Trade Certified and Good Weave Certified partners to ensure fair wages and safe working conditions for their artisan partners. 

9. Azizi Life Bariku Woven Bowls — $54

Made to elegantly adorn any surface, this thoughtfully handcrafted bowl is made with ethically sourced natural sisal fibers by artisans in Rwanda. It’s perfect for holding fruit, bread, or seasonal decorative bowl fillers. Azizi Life is a member of the Fair Trade Federation and each of their products helps support the local development of multiple communities across Africa. 

10. KAZI Black + White Cake Stand — $90

This sisal and sweetgrass cake stand beautifully elevates your countertops and desserts with its handwoven design and organic dyes. Artisans in Rwanda handcraft each piece with care, making each cake stand unique. KAZI reinvests their profits to expand artisan development through training initiatives. 

11. MZ Made Natural Chevrons Wool Crossbody Bag — $119

This wool crossbody bag is a tried and tested accessory to seamlessly compliment any outfit while easily toting all your everyday essentials. Each bag is handcrafted by master Zapotec artisans in Oaxaca, Mexico using 100% premium wool and features a black cotton lining and an interior pocket for storage.

12. Korissa Nadi Jute Tote Bag in Blue — $82

Stylish, functional, and a great everyday bag when you’re on the go, this handwoven jute bag is sustainably handmade by Fair Trade artisans in Bangladesh. KORISSA creates high-quality and timeless products with social and environmental responsibility in mind. Their artisans use heritage crafting techniques to make beautiful products from jute, an affordable, biodegradable, pollution-free natural fiber.

16. Terra Thread Canvas Toiletry Bag — $25

This heavy-duty GOTS Certified organic cotton canvas toiletry bag is handcrafted in Kolkata, India in a Fair Trade Certified Factory. Super durable and meant to last, this toiletry bag is a great way to carry and easily organize any necessities. Purchasing from Terra Thread also supports Feeding America’s campaign to end hunger by donating meals to families and children in need. 

18. Anchal Small Grid Stitch Toiletry Bag and Cross Stitch Toiletry Bag — $28 and $36

Pack all your toiletries using Anchal’s fair trade certified, handcrafted toiletry bags. Made with GOTS-certified organic cotton using traditional Kantha quilting techniques from north India, each piece exemplifies high-quality standards and is made to last for years to come.

Jenni B. says “It was just like the photo, beautifully crafted. I was surprised at how spacious it was. Definitely an added bonus for traveling.”

19. Coyuchi Unisex Waffle Robe in Shadow — $128

Made with GOTS-certified organic cotton sourced and woven in Turkey, this classic, unisex spa robe is airy, quick-drying, and extremely soft to the touch. The waffle weave fabric gets softer with every wash, making it the fair trade and organic gift that just keeps giving.

20. Passion Lilie Men's Avery Button Down Shirt — $72

Made with 100% soft and breathable organic cotton and featuring an eye-catching hand-block printed design using eco-friendly dyes, the Avery Button Down Shirt epitomizes the thoughtful blend of sustainable design and contemporary fashion. 

21. Silk Road Bazaar Wool Baby Booties in Fish — $28.99

You’d be hard-pressed to find a cuter gift than these precious infant fish booties from Silk Road Bazaar! The mini house shoes are made with soft soles and sized for babies 0 to 12 months old.

All of Silk Road Bazaar’s booties are made from 100% locally sourced sheep’s wool by artisans earning fair wages in Kyrgyzstan.

22. Pebble Dino Rattle — $23

This hand-knit organic cotton rattle doubles as an adorable, ultra-soft, and super-huggable dinosaur plushie. Made by women artisans in Bangladesh, this rattle is handcrafted with care without the use of electricity, significantly reducing Pebble’s carbon footprint. 

23. Creative Women Aden Hooded Baby Towel — $42

The Aden Hooded Baby Towel is handcrafted by artisans in Ethiopia using locally sourced Ethiopian cotton. Each thread is thoughtfully hand-spun to create a velvety soft and lightweight texture that’s ultra-absorbent. All Aden towels meet the highest levels of CPSC compliance. 

24. Anchal Kantha Stuffed Bunny — $34

Adorable and sustainably made, this Kantha Stuffed Bunny will be cherished for years to come. Masterfully handcrafted by artisans in India, each stuffed bunny consists of 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton material and 100% cotton thread sourced from scrap fabric pieces. The result is a super cute, lifelong pal that embodies fair trade, sustainability, and zero waste values all in one.

25. Zeki Learning Fruits Memory Game — $30

It’s never too early to start developing essential cognitive skills! With the Fruits Memory Game, babies and children can build their matching abilities which form the foundation for strong reading skills, memory retention, and math. Designed by early-childhood educators, refugee artisan moms in West Bank, Palestine handcraft each piece using deadstock fabrics and non-toxic materials.