This giveaway is now closed and the winner has been contacted. Congrats Elizabeth!
Hailey and I recently had the chance to check out an incredibly adorable Jooble. And oh my goodness- the cuteness!! Hailey loves Pip the Dog which she has been carrying around everywhere with her ever since we received it.
Here is a little information about these fabulous Joobles:
Each incredibly soft animal is made with eco-friendly dyes and organic cotton grown in Peru. Calley the Cat stands 11” tall (as all the friends do) with adorable whiskers and a huggable green and yellow body. For parents hunting for eco-friendly toys, all of the Joobles are made with cotton grown without the use of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fertilizers, or other chemicals. Eliminating these chemicals is not only better for baby, but also for workers and for the environment.
“Equally important, we pay fair wages to the good people who make our clothes and accessories instead of the minimum wages that are often the norm today,” explains Robert Behnke, Co-founder and Vice President, Merchandising for Fair Indigo.
There are 9 Joobles filled with personality and promise:
Bella the Bunny
Buzzy Bug
Calley the Cat
Fair Bear
Icy the Penguin
Jiffy the Giraffe
Mel the Monkey
Mooey Cow
Pip the DogRetailing for just $29 each, Joobles can be found online at www.fairindigo.com or at specialty e-tailers like Oompa.com. Visit Fair Indigo’s website to see detailed images of each animal. The colorful characters range from turquoise to celery green.
Where do Joobles come from? Started by a Peruvian family — a mom, a dad, and their daughter — this company provides work and hope to hundreds of rural and urban Peruvians all over the country. Small groups of impoverished workers are trained to run their own small businesses making hand-knit clothing and accessories. In addition to providing much needed employment, they train workers throughout Peru in such valuable skills as quality control and production planning. Fair Indigo also works with this company’s charitable arm by donating free breakfasts and school supplies to children of the workers.
Parents who have shopped for organic toys will appreciate the value of Joobles. Other pricier knit toys not only cost more, but are often made of acrylic yarn and not made under fair trade conditions. Joobles are not only 100% adorable but will improve our planet for the next generation by supporting small sustainable farming and fair trade. Isn’t it amazing how the right toy can make a difference?
So, how would you like a chance to win your very own Jooble? Here’s what you need to do for a chance to win:
- Visit this information about fair trade and then come back here and leave me a comment telling me something you learned about fair trade while visiting that site.
- Tell me which Jooble you would want if you win- Bella the Bunny, Buzzy Bug, Calley the Cat, Fair Bear, Icy the Penguin, Jiffy the Giraffe, Mel the Monkey, Mooey Cow, or Pip the Dog. (Keep in mind that these are hand made so it is possible that your first choice might sell out.)
Want some extra chances to win? Leave an ADDITIONAL COMMENT FOR EACH extra entry.
- Blog about this giveaway linking back to this post. Then leave me a comment with the direct URL.
- Subscribe to my RSS feed and then leave me a comment letting me know you’re a subscriber.
- Stumble this post (please leave a short review) and leave me a comment letting me know and tell me what your name on Stumble is.
This giveaway is open to US shipping addresses and will end on December 10, 2008 at 11:59 pm EST. The winner will be chosen on December 11, 2008 via random.org and notified by email. Please read all of my giveaway rules here.
This giveaway is part of the Cafe’s Holiday Expo.
Pam says:
I learned that fair trade got it’s start in Europe. I guess it has to start somewhere, doesn’t it? I think I’d like Pip the Dog, my little nephew is a dog “nut”. Thanks so much!
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Jenn S. says:
I learned that it made its appearance in the US in the late 1990s with the coffee trade and that there is currently no independent third party certification process for fair trade apparel.
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Jenn S. says:
I subscribed via google reader. I forgot to mention I like Icy Penguin in my last post – sorry.
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sandy says:
I learned fair trade started in Europe- neat to know becuase I would not have guessed Europe. Fairbear is my favorite
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sandy says:
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Shirley says:
I have heard of fair trade coffee but never knew what it stood for.. “Starbucks, McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts and Procter and Gamble now offer fair trade coffee ” … now when I see the coffee I know the story behind it… Awesome!
I have a little guy who has been a cow fanatic since infancy so I would pick Mooey… but they are all awesome!
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Shirley says:
I blogged it!
http://shirleymcclay.blogspot.com/2008/12/cool-give-ways.html
I dont have stumble… would twitter work?
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Shirley says:
I subscribed!
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Tons of Sons says:
I like Jiffy. Karina’s story is so inspirational.
Pick me!
JOYfully Serving Him,
Jill
http://tonsofsons.wordpress.com/
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Deena says:
I learned that McDonald’s has fair trade coffee! Who knew?!
Icy the penguin, Jiffy the Giraffe, or Buzzy Bug were my favorites. They’re all cute though!!
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favorite MOTHER-IN- LAW says:
I learned that fair trade started in Europe WHAT A SURPRISE My grandson would love the PIP THE DOG or FAIR BEAR What a great give away THANKYOU
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Cherie J says:
I learned that Fair trade got its start in Europe and first appeared in the United States in the mid to late 1990s focused on paying fair wages to coffee growers in developing countries. I would love to get Icy the Penguin for my daughter if I win. thanks for the contest!
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Carol says:
I love Calley the Cat. I learned that Fair Trade is a way to help lift people out of poverty by non-exploitative work, and that its genesis was in Europe.
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Andrea says:
I learned that workers are paid and treated fairly. That is important! I like the Buzzy Bug. Thanks for the info and giveaway!
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Stephanie V says:
Fair trade makes sure workers are paid fair wages and workplace regulations are in effect. Pip the dog for my little boy who loves woofs woofs!
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Deane says:
I learned – there is currently no independent third party certification process for fair trade apparel
And we would love Jiffy the Giraffe, of course if we win, we will probably ask Santa for the making jacket, hat, and mittens. Ohh, how cute!
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Sandra Brodeur says:
I learned that Fair trade got its start in Europe and first appeared in the United States in the mid to late 1990s.
I like Jiffy the Giraffe the best of all the Joobles. Thanks for this giveaway.
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ann says:
i didn’t know that american apparel and fair indigo were the only major brands selling fair trade clothing. i do like american apparel (most of my basics are that brand) but fair indigo has a much better variety of clothing and look sturdier and dare i say… cuter… than american apparel. also, everyone should check out the sales on fair indigo, they are amazing! the joobles are so cute, they look really soft and cuddly. my favorite is fair bear, it has such a sweet and innocent face.
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jennifer bowen says:
boy are thay so ever cute and well pleasenter me in to this i love to try and win one for my little one and any one will do thanks
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jennifer bowen says:
boy are thay so ever cute and well pleasenter me in to this i love to try and win one for my little one and any one will do thanks
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jennifer bowen says:
boy are thay so ever cute and well pleasenter me in to this i love to try and win one for my little one and any one will do thanks
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Ashley says:
Fair trade creates a safer, fairer work environment with just compensation for those involved.
I like Mel the Monkey!
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judy brittle says:
I just adore Buzzy Bug. He’s so cute! Fair trade is fair pay for the work that is done to help those in poverty.
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judy brittle says:
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Kendra says:
learned it started in Europe..love Mel the monkey ! thanks for the opp
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Amydeanne says:
while I”m canadian, I’d love to send it to a friend of mine in the usa!
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Lindsay says:
Its so very important that workers receive fair and equal pay…I love Pip!
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rebecca says:
They pay good wages as opposed to minimum wages that dominate the clothing market today.
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rebecca says:
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Lisa L. says:
These are made with cotton grown without the use of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fertilizers, ((bella the bunny))
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Marie says:
This is what I learned…With the exception of Fair Indigo, teen retailer American Apparel is the only major brand selling “sweatshop–free” clothing in the United States. This is SOOOO sad! I just bought fair trade coffee from a friend that donates the proceeds to an orphange. If I by chance win I’d love the Monkey! So cute!!
Marie
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Ginnie says:
Calley the Cat.
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Stacie says:
I was surprised to learn that Fair Trade began in Europe . . .I like Buzzy Bug!
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Carolyn says:
Starbucks, McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts now offer fair trade coffee. This is where I go to get my coffee and good to know. YUM YUM Buzzy Bug for me.
Thanks.
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Carol Donnermeyer says:
Icy the Penguin
For Sophia who goes absolutely bezerk when she sees any penguin. She is a four year old drama queen who is mad for Penguins.
Fair Trade started in Europe. Coffee is one of their best known products but other products including chocolate are part of the program.
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susan varney says:
makes the playing field evern
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Lo says:
I didn’t realize the origins of the term “fair trade coffee”, i.e. that fair trade started with coffee.
I love Calley the Cat.
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Nadia says:
I learned that with the exception of Fair Indigo, teen retailer American Apparel is the only major brand selling “sweatshop–free” clothing in the United States. My favorite ones are Icy the Penguin and Mooey Cow. Thanks for the contest!
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Shelley K says:
Oops Forgot to add which one I would like…I can’t decide between Calley the Cat or Buzzy the Bug.
Thanks for a great giveaway.
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Shelley K says:
Fair trade is about providing people jobs and fair wages so they can take care of their families and also about providing education. Everyone needs to have an education and skills in order to advance in today’s world.
tskrush (at) cox (dot) net
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Deanne says:
Fair Indigo is committed to finding the most fair trade factories. I think Pip the dog is awesome!
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Carolsue says:
I learned this: Currently, fair trade apparel largely consists of small shops selling indigenous clothing but is beginning to expand beyond this niche market.
I would love to have Calley the Cat.
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jenna says:
Fair trade means workers receive fair and equal pay. Thanks! I would love to win Jiffy the Giraffe.
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Erin says:
I learned that Fair Trade got its start in Europe and first appeared in the United States in the mid to late 1990s.
We like the Mel the Monkey!
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marelina says:
i learned they begun in europe. who would of tunk?
i would love to win buzzy bug. thank you!
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Zoe Lee says:
I had no idea that: there is currently no independent third party certification process for fair trade apparel.We love them all, but have a special love for pip the dog too. DOg lovers in this house. Thanks for the contest.
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Zoe Lee says:
I am a subscriber
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Dree says:
Yeen retailer American Apparel is the only major brand selling “sweatshop–free” clothing in the United States.
Wow!
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Zoe Lee says:
I am blogging about this at my contest blog:http://queensweep.blogspot.com/2008/12/great-winter-blog-contests.html
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Heather (A Daycare Life) says:
I learned that Fair Trade started with coffee and interesting enough started with companies like Starbucks & McDonalds.
I would choose the mooey cow or the icy the penguin
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sito says:
They define “fair” as enough money for housing, a generous amount of food, health care, education for children, and some disposable income.
I like Jiffy the Giraffe
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rachee says:
I learned that fair trade started in Europe, for some reason I always associate it with Latin America.
I think I’m in love with Jiffy the Giraffe. I love the whole concept of these toys, thanks for introducing us to this wonderful company.
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Beverley Justice says:
With the exception of Fair Indigo, teen retailer American Apparel is the only major brand selling “sweatshop–free” clothing in the United States. What a shame!
Mel the Monkey would make my grandson smile.
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Kelly Jones says:
I learned that Fair Indigo is committed to finding the most fair trade factories.
First choice: Buzzy Bug
Second choice: Icy Penguin
Third choice: Jiffy Giraffe
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Megret says:
I had no idea that Dunkin Donuts served fair trade coffee.
I would like Icy the Penguin if we win! Thanks!
Megret
musesofmegret (at) gmail (dot) com
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Mama Zen says:
Starbucks, McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts and Procter and Gamble now offer fair trade coffee. I didn’t know that!
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Janet says:
Mel the Monkey is cute. I have a new granddaughter named Melody and her mom calls her Mel.
Cute. I learned that Fair Trade sells apparel for one thing. Also, McDonals, Starbucks and Dunkin Donut offer Fair Trade coffee. I hope more companies start doing that. TY
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Leah says:
That not only do they do fair wages they also believe in education! I think that’s great!
I’d love to win my son Icy the Penguin!!
Thanks for the awesome giveaway
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Liz C says:
That teen retailer American Apparel is the only major brand selling “sweatshop–free” clothing in the United States.
Jiffy the Giraffe is my favorite
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Carolyn G says:
I learned Fair trade started in Europe and I had no idea of that.
I like Icy the Penguin
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oona b says:
Fair trade pays workers in developing countries a living wage (and people in the USA can vote with their dollars to help support fair trade, it’s very easy!)
I would love to win Calley the Cat for my daughter, so sweet!
Thanks for the giveaway!
foxsquirrelrabbit at gmail dot com
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Janet says:
I blogged this contest. TY
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Michelle says:
Hi! I learned that Fair Trade does not have any third party certification.
Thanks so much for making more people aware of the Fair Trade industry.
If I were to win I’d love Icy Penguin for my daughter.
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Michelle says:
I’m now a subscriber.
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Janet says:
I subscribed. Sorry, I didn’t see your feed button earlier.
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Andreah says:
I learned that by 2004 fair trade coffee accounted for 2% of total coffee sales in the US and was growing at an average annual rate of 75%.
I would choose Icy the Penguin if I won.
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Sonya Sparks says:
I learned that With the exception of Fair Indigo, teen retailer American Apparel is the only major brand selling “sweatshop–free” clothing in the United States.
I think Gracie would like Callie the cat best.
Thanks for the chance.
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Sonya Sparks says:
I subscribed via google reader.
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Gina says:
“By 2004 fair trade coffee accounted for 2% of total coffee sales in the US and was growing at an average annual rate of 75%”
I love how people are really starting to try to go green! I like Icy and Mel.
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Heather Weber says:
I learned that Starbucks, McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts and Procter and Gamble now offer fair trade coffee.
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Heather Weber says:
My daughter, whose nickname is Monkey, would love Mel the Monkey!
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djp says:
this is really great
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Janet F says:
Fair trade got its start in Europe and first appeared in the United States in the mid to late 1990s focused on paying fair wages to coffee growers in developing countries.
janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com
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Janet F says:
I like Icy the Penguin.
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Janet F says:
I am subscribed.
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Deirdre says:
I learned tha Starbucks, McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts and Procter and Gamble now offer fair trade coffee. Glad to know that
mel the monkey is my favorite!
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Deirdre says:
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mel the monkey is my favorite!
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Holly Henderson says:
There are only two companies in the US selling sweatshop-free clothing! Ouch! We need to do better.
Choosing a Jooble is very difficult… we alternately call our little guy “Bunny”, “Kitten”, “Monkey” and “Bug” so all of these would be appropriate! I would probably choose Buzzy Bug, because he has good antennae to nibble on. Thanks!
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ReggieMann says:
I learned that quite simply, fair trade means that producers are paid fair prices for the products they produce, instead of the minimum prices that the marketplace will allow, as is the case in the mainstream market today.
If I win, I would want Buzzy Bug or Icy the Penguin
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Jamie Z says:
I learned Fair trade started with coffee and is now expanding to a multitude of products
pip the dog is my favorite jooble
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Sherry says:
I learned that Fair trade started in Europe and first appeared in the United States in the mid to late 1990’s. They focus on paying fair wages to coffee growers in developing countries.
I think Pip the Dog is adorable!
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Sherry says:
I’m a subscriber, thanks.
slcremer at gmail dot com
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Justyn says:
Love Pip the Dog. Actually, it is not true that Fair Indigo and A.A are the only US brands that are fair trade . There are many more in the US and the big organic children’s brands are fair trade including:
Go Natural Baby
Sage Creek Organics
Kate Quinn
and Speesees.
Thanks for the giveaway,love those little stuffed animals. Support fair trade : )
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tuesday says:
I didn’t know fair trade was started in Europe! I would love mooey!
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Ginny says:
I just learned that they are paid fair wages which is wonderful!
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Ginny says:
Sorry forgot to mention, I’d pick Calley the Cat. I also stumbled ~ momof2ballerinas
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Ginny says:
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Muthering Heights says:
I didn’t know that Fair Trade began with coffee!
I would choose Jiffy the Giraffe, or Buzzy Bug.
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Lindsey says:
I knew that fair trade started with coffee, what I didn’t know is how long it has been around! It’s only in recent years that we’ve seen a boom of knowledge regarding things of this nature.
I love the penguin and my son would love it just as much.
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Monique Rizzo says:
The Buzzybugg is my fave!! Cute
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Veronica L. says:
I Learned that fair trade started in Europe! my little one would love the Pip the Dog! thanks for a great giveaway
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M.A. says:
I learned that at present the only organization in the United States,that certifies fair trade products is TransFair USA (one of over twenty members of the worldwide Fair Trade Labeling Organizations International (FLO)) and that TransFair USA currently limits its certification to coffee, tea, vanilla, and Select fruits.
I like Jiffy the Giraffe
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MaryBeth I says:
there is currently no independent third party certification process for fair trade apparel – hopefully there will be soon!
I love ICY the penguin
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MaryBeth I says:
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rebecca says:
i learned that With the exception of Fair Indigo, teen retailer American Apparel is the only major brand selling “sweatshop–free” clothing in the United States. – amazing.
We would love to win Mel the monkey please.
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rebecca says:
I am a RSS subscriber, thanks so much.
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Genevieve Larson says:
Fair Indigo is committed to finding the best fair trade factories and ensuring that our high quality clothes are produced by workers who are paid and treated fairly. I would love to win Icy the Penguin for my daughter.
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Genevieve Larson says:
I am a subscriber
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Gianna says:
I learned that McDonald’s has fair trade coffee.
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Kobi Hendrix says:
I now know that fair trade started in Europe
Mel the Monkey is my favorite
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Carolyn D says:
I learned that it is difficult to get Fair Trade clothing. Actually, I knew that because I did International Business before being a mom. Thank the government for all those restrictive regulations.
I like Mel the Monkey the best!
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Christine W says:
I learned that fair trade began in Europe! Mel the monkey is so cute! thanks for the chance, justicecw@hotmail.com
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Sara says:
I did not realize that McDonald’s and Starbucks offered fair trade coffee. I don’t drink coffee so I have never really paid attention to that detail. The joobles are SO cute!! Love them. I really like Jiffy the giraffe. Please enter my name.
Sara
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Thomas Semesky says:
Interesting website!
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Thomas Semesky says:
Interesting website!
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Thomas Semesky says:
Interesting website!
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Thomas Semesky says:
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Thomas Semesky says:
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shari says:
Fair trade started in the U.S. in the mid to late 90’s. I would like Icy the Penguin
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john ferris says:
Mel the monkey is my favorite..
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Susan Ledet says:
I didn’t know that Fair Trade started in Europe until now. I’m so glad that you are making more people aware of the importance of Fair Trade. People worldwide should be paid a fair pay for the work that they do. No more sweat shops.
I love Calley the Cat and I would give it to my niece. We had a cat named Calley for 13 years and she was a wonderful pet.
Thanks for the nice giveaway.
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Danielle says:
I learned that they treat their employees fairly and pay them fairly which is very important to me!
I can’t decide between Jiffy the Giraffe and Mel the Monkey!!!
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Jaye says:
I learned a lot about fair trade when I worked in a coffee house years ago. I’m happy to see its expanding to other industries. The whole world will benefit from fair trade when it’s a universal idea!
My favorite is Jiffy the Giraffe.
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Kari Follett says:
I love calley the cat!! I think fair trade products are wonderful, enabling people to work that otherwise would not be allowed to do so.
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Kristyn Martin says:
I love Mooey Cow! How adorable!
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Elizabeth M. says:
I learned that fair trade has been slower to catch on in the US and that doesn’t surprise me but yet it does. It is a steadily increasing movement though which is working to help sustainability and to fight against those sweatshop atrocities.
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Elizabeth M. says:
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Elizabeth M. says:
I stumbled the post (bluevioletof2)
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Becky Tice says:
I’m glad Fair trade is finally beginning to get into the common market. When I read about it back in 2000 I was hoping to see more fair trade products. I’ll ask for it at McDonalds now. I love Calley the Kitty and Pip the Dog. Thanks for doing this.
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Stephanie Grant says:
Fair trade got its start in Europe and first appeared in the United States in the mid to late 1990s. I would like to win the Mooey Cow for my son.
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Rosanne Morrison says:
It’s difficult to get “sweatshop Free clothing in the US. Fair trade is the antithesis to sweatshops
I would like Buzzy
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Pamela White says:
I like Calley the Cat.
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Becky Grayson says:
I learned that “With the exception of Fair Indigo, teen retailer American Apparel is the only major brand selling “sweatshop–free” clothing in the United States.” I wish more US companies were following fair trade.
My favorites are Buzzy Bug and Jiffy the Giraffe.
Thanks so much!
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xenia says:
Fair trade started in Europe, which I didn’t know, but that doesn’t hugely surprise me. My favorite is Mel the Monkey, followed by Mooey Cow. Thanks!
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lace says:
It’s great that they are paying fair wages instead of just minimum wages to the people who manufacture their products.
I’d love Bella the Bunny or Icy the penguin
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Frances Watson says:
I learned that Starbucks, McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts and Procter and Gamble now offer fair trade coffee
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Donna K says:
It is about paying workers fair wages rather than minimum ones. I would like pip the dog.
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Donna K says:
I am a subscriber.
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Lily Kwan says:
I learned that currently, fair trade apparel largely consists of small shops selling indigenous clothing but is beginning to expand beyond this niche market. Please enter me into the contest for Icy the Penguin. Thanks!
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