WC Trading Co. exists as an expression of Woodlands Church because we believe every life has purpose. Every single person has God-given gifts and talents. We want to help empower others to break the chains of poverty and help lift them with dignity and hope to reach their God-given purpose.
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Happy Sunday !!
Elevate your hosting game with a Palewa Stone Serving Board! Plus, it comes with chalk, that was made using compacted dust left from carving the stone, so you can easily label your dishes. Handmade in India.
Hand carved in Kenya, these are the cutest and tiniest heart shaped bowls ever !! 😍 #handcarved #kenya #heart #fairtrade #shopwithpurpose
Hippity hop, Easter’s on its way! Stop in and check out our gorgeous selection of handmade Easter eggs, chicks and more !! #shopwithapurpose #easter #eastereggs #handmade #fairtradeproducts #fairtrade #fairtradematters
Rwandan artisans spend hours transforming plant fibers into an exceptional work of art. How do they get those colors ? The grasses are dyed using a banana flower! The flower’s blue sap mixes with the soot from a cooking pot, turning the grasses black. The rust color comes from the dust of a local rock, which is applied to the grasses using the same banana flower. #handmade #fairtrade #rwanda #basket #shopwithpurpose #purchasewithpurpose #changinglives #empowerpeople
Happy Sunday !! Both beautiful and functional this pitcher and matching tumblers remind me that warm weather hosting is in full bloom! The pitcher also doubles as cheerful piece of decor — pop in your favorite flowers for an instant centerpiece. Handcrafted by artisans in India.
Eco-friendly and food safe this salad set is a collection of bamboo and eggshell lacquer serving bowls and utensils that are handmade in Vietnam!
We are obsessed with our leather bags! These are quality pieces that you feel good in and feel good about since each piece creates dignified work and a better future for the for artisans that made them.
Happy Sunday !!
These cheese boards, available in various shapes and woods, make it really simple to display your meats, cheese and crackers perfectly!
Check out our new heartbeat jewelry line 😍😍 Who do you know that would love these ?
These new cross bowls are handcrafted in Kenya and are perfect for holding trinkets, keys or hanging on the wall !
Happy Sunday !! More fun jewelry from India, new rings just in time for rodeo season !!
Hey Y’all !! Rodeo season is upon us!
Simple but elegant, these stone necklaces are 🤩🤩🤩!!
Handcrafted and ethically sourced from artisans in India.
‼️GIVEAWAY CLOSED‼️We are saddling up for Rodeo Weekend with a fun giveaway!
To enter, follow these steps:⠀⠀⠀
🤠Make sure you are following @wctradingco
🤠Like this post and tag a friend
🤠 The more you comment and tag your friends, the better chance you have to win!!
*Eligible to US residents only. Giveaway ends Thursday, Feb 27th at 5pm CT. Winner will receive the items pictured. Winner will be chosen at random and contacted over the weekend. All steps must be followed in order to be entered to win. This giveaway is not in any way sponsored by Instagram.”
Happy Sunday ! Stop by the Trading Co. and check out all the amazing products from The Skipping Stone. Your purchase supports vulnerable communities in India.
These new ponchos from Guatemala are so warm and cozy !!
Every piece of Haitian metal art is hand hammered and chiseled into an amazing piece of art !
Happy Sunday !! Here’s a cuteness overload with our Cuddle & Kind 😍
Happy Valentine’s Day ! It’s not too late to shop, the Cafe and Trading Co. are open today till 5
PURPOSE Jewelry restock! Every piece represents hope, dignity, and freedom for women escaping human trafficking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fair trade is more than just paying a fair wage. Fair Trade is a market-based approach to alleviate global poverty and promote sustainability. Fair Trade encompasses both economic and social development. Along with setting a fair price of goods and creating a safe working environment, it aims to improve the communities and livelihoods of the artisans.
There are many variables considered when giving artisans a fair wage, including the varying costs of production from country to country. That is why artisans are paid a living wage. A living wage allows artisans to cover basic needs, including food, shelter, education, and health care for their families, and is usually 3-4 times the wages of laborers or factory workers not covered by fair trade standards.
Artisans are paid upfront by retailers for the products that they make or grow. Artisans do not rely on a set retail price or sales to receive a fair wage. This means that they are paid whether or not the item sells in a retail store. This provides security and peace of mind — they will always be compensated for their time and talents, no matter what happens when the products reach us.
Absolutely! The global market has become a very competitive place and that has put enormous pressure on artisans all over the world to make their products cheaper and faster. Choosing to purchase fair trade is a way of saying that it’s important to you that the person who made your product is not exploited. By your action, you are investing in the dignity and empowerment of others.
It’s really YOU who helps support our artisan community (and we thank you for it!). We get to partner with over 50 organizations and are impacting the lives of artisans in 45 countries.
