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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Love is in the airš Valentineās Day is next week and we have so many charming and unique gifts!
Did you see our fall table this weekend?! If not, come checkout all the new fall decor! We have pumpkins, fall wreaths, banners, blankets, pillows and morešš
If you love holiday treats, the cafe will have Christmas cookies along with their Noel and Peppermint Swirl drinks!
Join us for a one-of-a-kind market where we`re bringing out all of our enchanting Christmas items for this weekend ONLY. Whether you`re looking for unique gifts, stunning decorations, or simply want to indulge in the joy of the holiday season, our Christmas in July event has it all! š āØ
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You can also grab one of our cafe`s signature holiday drinks, Noel or Peppermint Swirl, while you shop and dream of cooler weatherā
Good morning! Grab a coffee and come hangout with us this morning. We canāt wait to say hiš
Lather up this summer with these all natural plant based soap with essential oils! They are handcrafted in small batches by traditional soap makers in Tamil Nadu, India.
Happy Sunday!āļø We cannot wait to serve you todayā¤ļø
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We are loving these sunshine pocket teesāļø They were each hand crafted and beautifully embroidered by refugees!
Fatherās Day is this weekend! Follow along on our stories today if you are needing gift ideasš”
Creative Women is a fair trade certified company working with over 1400 women in 9 countries. They are committed to long term artisan partnerships that create meaningful and lasting impacts on families and communities. Each handwoven thread tells a story of craft, culture and empowerment united with contemporary design.
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In a quiet village in southwest India, these linen napkins are meticulously woven, dyed and stone washed to perfection. Each piece represents hours of artisan work.
Fathers Day is only one week away! We love getting to celebrate our dadsš Come check out our Fathers Day table this week!
These new babies from Cuddle & Kind are mini bundles of joy and are precious!š They would make a perfect baby shower gift for any expecting Mamas!
ā¼ļøNew Arrivalsā¼ļø If you are looking for a few summer pieces, you canāt go wrong with Starfish Project! Their jewelry is beautiful and they help exploited women and girls experience freedom, establish independence and develop careers.ā¤ļø
We just received new items from Prodigal Potteryā¤ļø These beautiful handmade cross ring dishes are perfect for holding all your trinkets and treasures. Each dish is hand-pressed with lace to create intricate and unique patterns.
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Prodigal Pottery is handmade by women fleeing homelessness, domestic abuse and sex-trafficking outside of Birmingham, Alabama. They work directly out of a women`s shelter called Kingās Home and they help to employ, equip and empower women in need in the name of Jesusš
Itās Motherās Day weekend! We love all of our Mama`s and are excited to celebrate you today! ā¤ļø
If you are still looking for a beautiful unique gift come see us! We have items for the first time mom, the caffeine driven mom, the self care mom, the foodie, the homebody and the plant lady!
New metal art straight from Haiti!š¤© We canāt wait for you to see all of the new pieces this weekend!
Itās Teacher Appreciation Week and we love our teachers!! You still have time to come by and pick out something specialā¤ļø #teacherappreciationweek #fairtradeproducts
Spring is comingšøš¼š£š·š® Pebble Child has so many cute new rattles for spring and they are perfect additions to your little oneās Easter basket!
Happy Sunday!āļø we canāt wait to see you!š
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 ā 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 itās 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.
