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"Tala Vera" Mug
These beautiful, 18-20 oz Tala Vera design mugs from Palopo are made from hand thrown ceramic, then hand painted -- giving
each its individual uniqueness and character (no two are alike, though the painted design is strikingly accurate in technique). Approximate measurements
are 4"H x 3.5"W (with handle about 4.5"W). A Fair Trade product.
Fair Trade
Fair Trade Federation principles and practices mean that artists are paid fairly, at least 35% more than they would receive in
their local market. Paying fair wages does not mean that products cost the consumer more. Purchasing fairly traded products helps support living
wages and healthy working conditions. And, unlike many commercial importers who often wait 60-90 days before paying producers, Fair Trade Organizations
ensure prompt payment -- in many cases, prepayment, so that producers have sufficient funds to cover raw materials and basic needs during
production time.
Environmental Responsibility and Respect for Cultural Identity
Fair Trade Organizations encourage producers to engage in environmentally friendly practices which use local resources
sustainably. They are also encouraged to produce and develop products based on producers' cultueral traditions adapted for Western markets.
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