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Swahili African Modern Calabash Gourd and Cowrie Shell Shekere
Kenyan artisans skillfully encircle a dyed calabash gourd in a netting of cowrie shells to create this beautiful shekere percussion instrument. Its rich tones bring vibrant rhythm to any musical setting, while the string through the top allows it to be hu
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Calabash Gourd and Cowrie Shell Shekere
$33.95
Ten Thousand Villages Store Away Chess Set
Nothing ruins a game of chess faster than a missing piece. Keep yours safe in the cleverly constructed Store Away Chess Set. This chess set was handcrafted by woodworkers supported by our fair trade partner Noah’s Ark, helping makers develop new products
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Store Away Chess Set
$150.00
Swahili African Modern Tiny Handpainted Spin Drum
Tiny Handpainted Spin Drum
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Tiny Handpainted Spin Drum
$7.95
Swahili African Modern Burned Balsa Wood and Bottle Cap Tambourine
Burned Balsa Wood and Bottle Cap Tambourine
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Burned Balsa Wood and Bottle Cap Tambourine
$24.95
Swahili African Modern Animal Friends Kenyan Hand Drum - Assorted
Animal Friends Kenyan Hand Drum - Assorted
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Animal Friends Kenyan Hand Drum - Assorted
$10.95
Global Crafts Handmade Sheesham Wood Jenga Game
This decorative Jenga game is hand-carved from Sheesham wood. This is a fun game and also a decorative piece that looks great out on a table or shelf. 

Who Made It: Global Crafts works with a wide range of smaller producer groups from around the world.
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Handmade Sheesham Wood Jenga Game
$33.95
Blossom Inspirations Llamaflash Alpaca Fur Toy
Llamaflash is the best friend of Cuyita, he likes to run fast, he has represented his native country Peru many times in track & field competitions. He loves to live in the Andes mountains and tell stories about his adventures, racings and the amazing food
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Llamaflash Alpaca Fur Toy
$46.95
Ten Thousand Villages Fun Dominoes Set
This Fun Dominoes Set is ready for game night or fun on-the-go. The dominoes are handcrafted in Moradabad, India by artisans working with Noah's Ark. Artisan with Aravali make the blockprint bag. Aravali is a for-profit company supporting the work of clos
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Fun Dominoes Set
$14.99
Ten Thousand Villages Mountainside Chess Set
While your opponent thinks about the next move, enjoy the colors and patterns of this solid and handsome chess set.

Coral Stone, Zebra Stone - 13sq inches - Made in Pakistan
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Mountainside Chess Set
$225.00
Global Crafts Handmade Snake and Ladders Game
This decorative Snakes & Ladders game is hand-carved from Sheesham wood. The box features the hand-painted snakes. The top lifts to store the four pegs and die. This is a fun game and also a decorative piece that looks great out on a table or shelf. The h
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Handmade Snake and Ladders Game
$29.95
Global Crafts Maasai Chess Set - Soapstone, 15" Board
Crafted by African artisans in Western Kenya using traditional techniques, this soapstone chess set will become a conversation piece during play or on display! The board is 15" square inlaid with pink and white soapstone. Each piece is hand carved in eith
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Maasai Chess Set - Soapstone, 15" Board
$145.95
Blossom Inspirations Cuyita Wants to Know the World - Bilingual Fair Trade Book
This bilingual book tells the story of a little rodent, Cuyita, who is eager to know the world and is open to understanding different cultures and traditions. It invites kids to accept different people, experience new adventures, follow their dreams and a
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Cuyita Wants to Know the World - Bilingual Fair Trade Book
$36.95
Matr Boomie Domino Wooden Game Set
Domino Wooden Game Set
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Domino Wooden Game Set
$39.95
Hopes Unlimited Wood Box Tic Tac Toe Game
Tic Tac Toe, also known as Noughts and Crosses, is a timeless two-player strategy game. This set includes a neatly crafted board with a matching box, making it easy to play, store, and enjoy. Handmade from sustainable mango wood, it brings a natural and c
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Wood Box Tic Tac Toe Game
$19.95
Hopes Unlimited Wooden Tic Tac Toe Game
Tic Tac Toe, also known as Noughts and Crosses, is a classic two-player strategy game designed for both home and travel. This set comes with a bag in assorted prints, making it easy to carry and enjoy on the go. Handmade from mango wood, it blends playful
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Wooden Tic Tac Toe Game
$16.95
Jamtown Fruit Rind Pencil Shaker
This is no ordinary pencil! Topped with a natural nut from the rubber tree, this pencil skips the eraser and instead offers music at your fingertips. A fun, eco-friendly tool that doubles as a simple shaker, it’s both playful and practical. Whether for cl
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Fruit Rind Pencil Shaker
$6.95
Jamtown African Style Djembe Drum 6"
A fun-sized take on the traditional djembe, this small drum is perfect for little hands or anyone who wants a portable rhythm maker. At just 6 inches tall, it’s designed to be played with your fingers, making it an excellent choice for kids exploring musi
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African Style Djembe Drum 6"
$18.95
Jamtown Caxixi Shaker Instrument
Crafted from natural grasses and dyed with earthy tones, this shaker offers a surprisingly rich and versatile sound. Small stones inside create unique rhythms as they crash against the gourd bottom and sides, giving you endless ways to play. Whether for c
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Caxixi Shaker Instrument
$13.95
Jamtown CuCu Shaker
Handcrafted in Ghana, this compact gourd shaker is the local take on the classic egg shaker. Filled with small stones, it delivers a sharp, tight sound that cuts through rhythm circles and jam sessions. Lightweight and easy to play, it’s a versatile percu
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CuCu Shaker
$16.95
Jamtown Samba Whistle
This lively three-note Samba whistle is a must-have for rhythm makers. Traditionally used to keep bands in sync, it’s just as fun for playful sound exploration. Handmade by Peruvian artisans skilled in bamboo and pan flute construction, each whistle featu
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Samba Whistle
$6.95
Jamtown Pacay Fruit Seed Shaker
Once a grapefruit-like delicacy when fresh, this natural gourd transforms into a long-lasting percussion instrument when dried. Measuring 12–16 inches, it produces a crisp, precise shaking sound—whether swung through the air or slapped against your palm.
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Pacay Fruit Seed Shaker
$12.95
Swahili African Modern Ghanaian Djembe Hand Drums (Medium)
Ghanaian Djembe Hand Drums (Medium)
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Ghanaian Djembe Hand Drums (Medium)
$34.95
Swahili African Modern Double Coco Shico Shaker
Double Coco Shico Shaker
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Double Coco Shico Shaker
$12.95
Swahili African Modern Senegalese Djembe Drums
Crafted by skilled Senegalese artisans, these traditional djembe drums are hand-carved from a single piece of hollowed wood and topped with stretched goatskin for authentic, resonant sound. Braided nylon and cotton cords hold the drumhead in place, ensuri
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Senegalese Djembe Drums
$44.95