Blog : Serendipity of Exeter - Fabulous Fair Trade and Eco-Friendly Gift Ideas!

By | Dec 18, 2009 | in

Participate in creating sustainable and positive change in your local and global communities this season by choosing fabulous gifts from Serendipity! Serendipity’s selection of handcrafted clothing, accessories, jewelry, and gifts bring hope to many artists near and far trying to make a living creating beautiful things.

This Thursday join Serendiipity for "Exeter is the Place to be Thursday Nights".  All downtown shops in Exeter will be open til 8pm hosting a variety of specials and complimentary goodies! Enjoy a special discount at Serendipity on Thursday’s of 20% off all New Clothing Sale for Ladies! and 25% off if you own our Serendipity Eco-Shopper!! Green Alliance members enjoy 20% off everything in the store, every single day! Check out some great sustainable gift ideas below. Locally Handcrafted Holiday Wreaths -Handmade in Barrington,NH

Beautifully handcrafted wreaths made lovingly on Warren Farm in Barrinton, NH. Heather and Randy Warren run a 244 acre organic veggie, herb, and tree farm off Rt. 4. One of their many speacilites is holiday wreaths abundant in dried herbs and chilies or fresh mixed evergreens and dried fruit. All herbs and greens are harvested on site. Haven't found the perfect wreath for your door or mantel? These beauties are bound to take your heart.

EarthTones Textile - Landscape - made in New Hampshire - Handcrafted by two New Hampshire artisans,this unique piece is reminiscent of beautiful NH waters, mountains, snowy scapes and clear skies. This great gift idea and home addition has amazing dimension and design. The beautiful combination of blue beads woven upon sheek fabrics is set within a rich cherry wooden frame.

Delicately Hand Embroidered Purses - Fair Trade from Guatemala -  Don't let the winter blues get you down! Remind yourself of Spring every day as you swing around this beautifully bright purse, embroidered with a colorful and whimsical pattern of birds. Made of 100 percent cotton and closed by a soft suede zipper pull, this purse must be seen to be fully appreciated. Come in and check it out to give yourself and these birds something to sing about!

Ceramic Hand Painted Oh-S0-Loveable Owls -Crafted in North Carolina - These adorable owls are handmade in North Carolina by 'Creative Works.' Using gorgeous combinations of blue, orange and brown hues, these ceramic owls are handpainted with some serious personality! Great teacher or co-worker gift. They make the perfect counter or desk companions.

The Perfect Winter Hat - made in Canada! This amazing headpiece is brought to us by Shihreen Accessories, offering great fashion forward styles for women. This hat is perfect for completing your polished look at home or on the go as it is easily crushable and packable but can pull together any outfit with its wool blend composition! Add a pin and/or a scarf for a little bit of extra personality and make this look your own!

RainGlass Garden' Wine Glasses -handpainted in Conway, New Hampshire - Your browser may not support display of this image. Delicate glassware of varying sizes and shapes is colorfully and creatively accented by delicate patterns of snowflakes, florals, or rays of sunshine! Add a little extra flavor to the end of your day by purchasing these New Hampshire made works of art!  For more info on Serendipity click here!