Gitzell Fairtrade International

Gitzell Fairtrade International We are a BIPOC, woman-owned, home decor brand at the intersection of fair trade and smallholder farming, producing baskets for decor, shopping and storage

NEW FROM ZAMBIA: Our newest Tonga collection has arrived. 🦓Featuring handwoven flat basket bowls, rounded options for fr...
06/09/2026

NEW FROM ZAMBIA: Our newest Tonga collection has arrived. 🦓

Featuring handwoven flat basket bowls, rounded options for fruit and veggies (or whatever you have hanging on the counter!) and handled Tonga baskets, these pieces showcase the intricate weaving traditions of Zambia's Munyumbwe region. Each basket is crafted using natural materials and time-intensive techniques that create bold geometric patterns and beautiful texture.

Perfect for:
• Decorative storage
• Coffee table styling
• Shelf displays
• Fruit and bread baskets
• Statement wall décor

Functional, artistic, and built to last, these are the kinds of pieces that become instant conversation starters in the home. Which type is your favorite?

Explore our newest Tonga baskets and bowls.

06/06/2026

🌍🌱 Happy World Environment Day! 🌱🌍

Today, we celebrate the incredible world we live in and the people who help sustain it every day.

From smallholder farmers who nurture the land to artisans who transform natural resources into meaningful creations, their work reminds us that sustainability is rooted in care, tradition, and respect for our environment.

By supporting your local communities, responsible agriculture, and handcrafted products, we help build a future where people and nature thrive together.

Let’s honor our planet, protect its resources, and champion those whose livelihoods contribute to a more sustainable world.

NEW: Chic Sisal Market Tote - your next everyday bag!Handwoven in Kenya from sustainable sisal fiber and yarn (making it...
06/04/2026

NEW: Chic Sisal Market Tote - your next everyday bag!

Handwoven in Kenya from sustainable sisal fiber and yarn (making it super soft!) our Chic Sisal Market Tote blends timeless black-and-white design with artisan craftsmanship that never goes out of style.

Available with both short and long handle options, it's the perfect companion for farmers market mornings, beach days, travel weekends, and everyday errands.

Durable, versatile, and handcrafted under fair trade standards, this is the kind of bag customers reach for season after season.

🖤 Handwoven in Kenya
🤍 Sustainable sisal fiber
🖤 Available in multiple handle options
🤍 Fair trade and artisan made

Shop the Chic Sisal Market Tote.

There’s something special about being where the magic happens. ✨Our founder Zellipah recently visited the artisan worksh...
05/27/2026

There’s something special about being where the magic happens. ✨

Our founder Zellipah recently visited the artisan workshop in Kenya where our new glass wind chimes are being handmade, each one carefully crafted, piece by piece, in a process that blends creativity, tradition, and pure joy.

No factory. No shortcuts. Just skilled hands transforming recycled glass into one-of-a-kind chimes that catch the light, sing in the breeze, and instantly elevate any porch, patio, or garden space.

These are the kind of products customers stop for… and come back to buy again.

🌿 Handmade
🌍 Fair Trade
🎐 One-of-a-kind designs
♻️ Made from recycled glass

Our glass wind chimes are officially ready for wholesale orders, and they’re already becoming a favorite.

05/25/2026

May is Africa Month, and today, on Africa Day, we have a celebration of unity, culture, and the spirit of a continent that continues to inspire the world.

At Gitzell FairTrade, Africa isn’t just where our products come from,it’s where our relationships live. It’s the women weavers finishing baskets after long days in the fields. It’s the artisans carving stone by hand, keeping generational craftsmanship alive. It’s the stories, the skill, and the pride woven into every piece.

Today we celebrate the makers, the materials, and the communities we’re honored to work alongside. We are continually inspired by the creativity, resilience, and beauty that comes from across Africa.

Happy Africa Day. 🤍

05/20/2026

NEW SOAPSTONE ITEMS ARE HERE 🤍🪨

This video is a behind-the-scenes look at what fair trade really means. Our founder Zellipah is on the ground in Kenya working directly with artisans who hand-carve each piece from authentic Kisii stone, a rare soapstone found only in the Kisii region.n

Soapstone carving is not easy work. It’s physical, time-consuming, and requires real skill, patience, and precision. Every bowl, figurine, and carving is shaped by hand—no shortcuts, no machines, just craftsmanship passed down through generations.

We’re proud to officially introduce our newest soapstone collection, now available to shop on our website.

✨ New bowls
✨ New animal figurines
✨ Organic carved shapes
✨ Assorted colors + natural finishes

Want the full story behind the artisans and why this craft matters?
We just published a new blog sharing our partnership with Undugu Fair Trade and the community in Tabaka.Undugu Fair Trade..

📖 Read the blog + shop the new soapstone pieces now at gitzellfairtrade.com

Meet the minis.These small-scale baskets are built for big impact, perfect for gifting, countertop displays, and easy ad...
04/30/2026

Meet the minis.

These small-scale baskets are built for big impact, perfect for gifting, countertop displays, and easy add-ons.

Assorted, handwoven, and made to move quickly.

Perfect for gifting, styling, and those small moments that make a space feel finished.

The weekend is here! Are you basket ready?? Shoppers are looking for sustainable options to carry through their weekend ...
04/24/2026

The weekend is here! Are you basket ready??

Shoppers are looking for sustainable options to carry through their weekend adventures. Our Multi-Colored Oval Kikapu Vegan Basket is a great option to carry in your store. Mid-size and grounded in neutrals (and at a great opening price point of MSRP $20!) this basket is a customer favorite!

Shop online now! 💛

Everything begins with the earth.The grasses, fibers, and materials used in our products are grown, gathered, and woven ...
04/22/2026

Everything begins with the earth.

The grasses, fibers, and materials used in our products are grown, gathered, and woven by hand, rooted in traditions that respect the land and the communities who care for it.

On Earth Day, we reflect on the importance of preserving these practices. Sustainability isn’t just about materials. It’s about people, process, and the future we’re helping to shape.

04/15/2026

Something new has arrived!!

Our glass wind chimes are handcrafted, one of a kind, and designed to move with the moment, bringing light, sound, and a sense of calm into any space.

No two are alike.

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