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Village Artisans
As a minority group in India, Muslim herdsmen continually face discrimination, making it difficult for them to find jobs and access government benefits. Although they grow wheat and corn and raise cows or water buffalo, they only earn $1 per day. Many were affected by a powerful earthquake in 2005 and suffer with the effects from contaminated water. Artists, mainly men, working with Village Artisans use their talents in jewelrymaking and papermaking to earn an income, which helps them to rebuild their houses and dig deeper, cleaner wells.
Products
 Abigail Jewelry Set 29.99 Beautiful spring jewelry set from India. |  Blushing Bracelet 12.99 Fashionable flair in warm tones. |
 Buds and Branches Journal 14.99 A memorable eco-friendly option for journaling. |  Celtic Cross Frame 16.99 Mango wood’s natural tonal variations lend depth to this frame. |
 Chai Note Box 6.49 On sale, original price was $12.99. This fine hand-milled paper product is a perfect gift idea. |  Chai Notepad 7.49 On sale, original price was $14.99. Perfect for keeping track of your busy life. |
 Charming Stars Ornament Set 19.99 Celestial handpainted ornaments add international flair. |  De-Pendant on You Jewelry Set 29.99 Dazzling colors perfect for earth toned outfits. |
 Esther Necklace 24.99 A stylish gold necklace adds the finishing touch to a favorite outfit. |  Himalayan Soap Set 19.99 Enjoy the essence of fair trade with these exotic Himalayan soaps! |
 Indian Journal Set 19.99 Write your prayers and thoughts in beautiful handmade journals. |  Indian Kantha Scarf 34.99 The perfect fair-trade accessory for your outfit! |
 MyMISSIONfulfilled On-the-Go Notebook 8.99 A fair trade item, this catch-all notebook is ideal for anyone on-the-go. |  Ruth Necklace 24.99 Classic color. Modern style. Big benefit to Indian artisans |
 Sanctuary Journal 7.49 On sale, original price was $14.99. Rest and remember God’s blessings to you. |  Sanctuary Note Box 6.49 On sale, original price was $12.99. Take time to write a note today. |
 Silver Linings Bracelet 12.99 Fashionable flair in cool tones. |  Touch of India Ornament Set 19.99 Temporarily out of stock, item will be available in August 2013. Set of 3 handpainted ornaments from India makes a unique Christmas gift. |
 Village Christmas Ball Set (Large) 33.99 Revel in the artistry: each piece can take up to two months to complete. Set of 4. |  Wooden Album 19.99 On sale, original price was $39.99. With a cover of eco-friendly, high-density, this wooden album is painstakingly hand-carved with indigenous Indian designs. |
