Plowsharing Crafts: shopping for a good cause

June 3, 2:03 PMSt. Louis Family & Parenting ExaminerAngela Atkinson

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Plowsharing Crafts is an organization originally started by the St. Louis Mennonite Fellowship, one of two Mennonite churches in the St. Louis area.

The group purchases beautiful and unique handcrafted products made by artisans from third world countries at a "fair trade" price, helping them to make meaningful income.

They work in partnership with Ten Thousand Villages, the oldest and largest Fair Trade organization in North America, as well as about 20 other Fair Trade Vendors.

Since 1985, this group has sold these amazing items in the greater St. Louis area. Want to know more? A full history is available on the group's website.

Celebratory Sale: This month, as they celebrate their 24th anniversary on June 18, 19, and 20, Plowsharing Crafts is offering 24 percent off all purchases. They will also offer food, friends and entertainment for the event.

Moms and Dads: This is a great opportunity to teach your kids about other cultures, as well as offering you the chance to help other families in need.