With the holiday season upon us, gifting is on the mind. If you’re anything like us, it can be hard to sift through all the options out there to find something truly unique, and ethically sourced to give to the special people in your life. If you’re looking for a gift with a story, and that makes a real impact, look no further than our holiday gift guides.
Discover our beautiful, handmade products below–filled with only Fair Trade certified items created by our skilled artisans in India. Each item is made for the modern home but backed by centuries of savoir-faire passed through the generations.
What’s better, is that with each purchase you are a part of helping us full-fill our mission of uplifting artisans worldwide by sourcing ethically and partnering with fairly traded ateliers. We are sure you, and the people in your life are going to love our selection of lifestyle and home décor as much as we do. Read below to start shopping fair.
A. Hand-carved Owl Glasses Holder: Our hand-carved glasses holder in the shape of an owl, makes a great accent piece to any desktop or bedside table. Each one is hand-carved from mango wood and painted with a signature green paint that makes each holder as unique as it is useful.
B. Wood Glasses Holder Nose: This artisanal glasses holder is a fun, unique addition to any home office. Each one is hand-carved from mango wood sourced local to our artisans of Atelier Ouest Inde.
C. Acacia Wood Cookbook Holder: This intricately carved wooden cookbook holder is our favorite new kitchen staple. Our artisans hand carve each one from Acacia wood locally sourced near Atelier Ouest India. Here at Le Tattva it also doubles as an iPad holder.
D. Marble and Wood Coasters: These Babool wood and white marble coasters are created by our artisans in Northern India. We love the hexagonal shape and minimal, elegant design.
E. Hand-printed Journal in Violet: This handmade journal is printed with a brilliant violet and silver pattern created by our artisan partners at Atelier Ouest India. The pattern was made using the traditional woodblock printing technique famous in the Rajasthan region of India. The inner pages are handmade with recycled materials creating beautifully unique and soft pages perfect for journaling or sketching.
F. Copper Waterbottle: This beautiful copper water bottle is printed with an intricate floral pattern created by our artisan partners in Atelier Ouest India. We love taking it with us everywhere we go as a chic and eco-friendly way to stay hydrated.
G. Hand-printed Journal in Red/Gold: Our coral and gold handmade paper journal is printed using a traditional woodblock technique by our artisan partners in Atelier Ouest India. The inner pages are handmade with recycled materials creating beautifully unique and soft pages perfect for journaling or sketching. How will you fill its pages?
H. Cheese Knife: Hand-carved, this marble and Babool wood cheese knife from our artisans of Atelier Ouest India adds beauty and finesse to any apéro you’re hosting. The materials are sourced local to our artisans and are typical of the Northern region in India. Pair it with our Marble and Wood Serving Platter to complete the set!
A. Marble and Wood Spice Tray: We love this hand-carved marble and wood spice tray created by our artisans of Atelier Ouest India. The three spice dishes are carved from Vaswara, Morchana and Vaslana marbles found in the northern region of India and nestled within a carved Babool wooden tray and spoon. We fill it with our favorite flavored salts, turmeric and chili powder that we just need to quickly have on hand. What spices will you choose?
B. Acacia Wood Cookbook Holder: This intricately carved wooden cookbook holder is our favorite new kitchen staple. Our artisans hand carve each one from Acacia wood locally sourced near Atelier Ouest India. Here at Le Tattva it also doubles as an iPad holder.
C. Marble and Wood Cutting Board: Our babool wood and marble cutting board is as useful as it is beautiful. Great for everyday use or simply as a serving platter, this board is elegant addition to any kitchen counter. Each plate is accented with a leather loop and handcrafted by our talented artisan partners in our Atelier Ouest India.
D. Marble and Wood Morter and Pestle: Create the perfect morning chai using this Babool wood and white marble mortar and pestle. It is hand-carved and crafted by our artisans, making each set uniquely yours.
E. Green Marble Mortar and Pestle: This beautiful mortar and pestle is hand-carved with green marble sourced locally to our artisans of Atelier Ouest Inde. It is the perfect addition to complete any kitchen and makes a nice countertop accent as well!
A. Marble and Gold Coasters: We love these white marble coasters with natural gold rims created by our artisan partners with marble sourced from the city of The Tajmahal, known as Agra in India. They bring a natural elegance to any room.
B. Printed Enamel and Wood Bowl: This modern, enamel painted serving bowl is hand-carved from mango wood by our talented artisans in Atelier Ouest Inde. Filled with fresh fruit, large salad or as a centrepiece on the kitchen table, this bowl deserves a place front and center.
C. Carved Mango Wood Tray: Breakfast in bed anyone? We have the perfect tray for you. Our artisans at Atelier Ouest India hand carve each and every one of these gorgeous mango wood serving trays, detailed with a whitewash burnt finish. They are perfect for those lazy days in bed, serving up cocktails or an assortment of appetizers for that party you’re hosting.
D. Marble and Wood Cheese Plate: This hand-crafted Babool wood and marble cheese plate is the perfect serving platter for a night with friends or date night at home. Each plate is accented with a unique piece of authentic kalamkari fabric as a hanging loop. Pair it with our Marble and Babool Wood Cheese Knife for the perfect set.
E. Wooden Serving Spoons: This set of gorgeous mid-century modern serving spoons are hand-carved by our talented artisan partners. We can’t get enough of the brass detailing on the end, can you?
F. Marble and Wood Cutting Board: Our babool wood and marble cutting board is as useful as it is beautiful. Great for everyday use or simply as a serving platter, this board is elegant addition to any kitchen counter. Each plate is accented with a leather loop and handcrafted by our talented artisan partners in our Atelier Ouest India.
A. Handwoven Cream Blanket: We love cuddling up in our classic cream colored cotton throw with a loved one or a good book. Each throw is handwoven with possible imperfections that make each one unique and tell a story about the hands that created it.
B. Recycled Cotton Throw, blue: This classic throw is hand-woven with blue and cream coloured recycled cotton. The gorgeous chevron design makes it a perfect accessory to your couch or at the edge of your bed. We love cuddling up in it with a loved one or snuggling in with a good book. Each throw is handwoven with possible imperfections that make each one unique and tell a story about the hands that made it.
C. Chindi Dhurrie Rug: We are obsessed with this colorful handwoven rug that our artisans have created using recycled Sari scraps. Each rug is a unique work of art created in a Chindi Dhurrie design complete with tassels and printed with a brilliant gold print. . Chindi is a sustainable design tradition that repurposes leftover fabric into practical home items. Showcasing a traditional diamond weave pattern that celebrates India’s colorful culture. We love the story of the creation woven into each piece, told through the imperfections and different materials, rendering each rug one-of-a-kind. It is sure to brighten up any room.
D. Copper Waterbottle: This beautiful copper water bottle is printed with an intricate floral pattern created by our artisan partners in Atelier Ouest India. We love taking it with us everywhere we go as a chic and eco-friendly way to stay hydrated.
E. Handmade Feather Journal: This handmade journal is printed with a gold feather design by our artisan partners at Atelier Ouest India. The design is done with the traditional woodblock printing technique famous in the Rajasthan region of India. The inner pages are handmade with recycled materials creating beautifully unique and soft pages perfect for journaling or sketching.
A. Handwoven Cream Blanket: We love cuddling up in our classic cream-colored cotton throw with a loved one or a good book. Each throw is handwoven with possible imperfections that make each one unique and tell a story about the hands that created it.
B. Hand-printed Journal in Red/Gold: Our coral and gold handmade paper journal is printed using a traditional woodblock technique by our artisan partners in Atelier Ouest India. The inner pages are handmade with recycled materials creating beautifully unique and soft pages perfect for journaling or sketching. How will you fill its pages?
C. Carved Mango Wood Tray: Breakfast in bed anyone? We have the perfect tray for you. Our artisans at Atelier Ouest India hand carve each and every one of these gorgeous mango wood serving trays, detailed with a whitewash burnt finish. They are perfect for those lazy days in bed, serving up cocktails or an assortment of appetizers for that party you’re hosting.
D. Carved Mango Wood Tray: Breakfast in bed anyone? We have the perfect tray for you. Our artisans at Atelier Ouest India hand carve each and every one of these gorgeous mango wood serving trays, detailed with a whitewash burnt finish. They are perfect for those lazy days in bed, serving up cocktails or an assortment of appetizers for that party you’re hosting.
E. Painted Enamel and Wood Bowl: The little sister to our large Mango Wood and Enamel Bowl. This modern, enamel painted serving bowl is hand-carved from mango wood by our talented artisans in Atelier Ouest Inde. A perfect complement to nest inside our large serving bowl, or buy a whole set for a beautiful soup bowl or table setting.
F. Blanket with pom-pom detail: We love the pompom detailing on this beautiful, hand-woven throw made with cotton! Chic, warm, and the perfect addition to any home. Each throw is handwoven with possible imperfections that make each one unique and tell a story about the hands that made it.