About Mindful Hands
Our Commitment to Fair Trade
Our name comes from the Buddhist concept of "mindfulness," or living in the "now." Also, most of our products are handmade, hence our name
"Mindful Hands." We pride ourselves on personally selecting each and
every item for quality of workmanship and value to our customers.
We are a "for benefit" organization - we strongly believe in the principles
of fair trade. We work with artisan groups around the world, particularly
the Tibetan exile community and women's groups in India and Nepal, to help
the craftspeople earn a livelihood and to preserve their culture.
We also believe in "paying it forward." A portion of every sale goes to
support a number of international and local charities.
Fair Trade means an equitable and fair partnership between artisans in developing countries and the importers who buy their handicrafts. At Mindful Hands, we work with organizations that adhere to the principles of the Fair Trade Federation:
- providing a fair wage in the local context
- engaging in environmentally sustainable production practices
- providing healthy and safe working conditions
- providing financial and technical assistance to artisans as necessary
and whenever possible
We accept all major credit cards:
FREE shipping on purchases of $75 or more
(for orders shipped within continental US)
211 King Street | Old Town Alexandria | Virginia | 22314 | (703) 683-2074 | info@mindfulhands.com
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We recognize a growing worldwide interest in lifestyles of health and wellness, inner peace, and caring for the earth. Mindful Hands appeals to those who are trying to simplify their lives and live in a more fulfilling way. We offer products and services, including meditation classes, to help you bring serenity into your homes and your selves.
The children's corner at Mindful Hands
Founded in 1996 in Alexandria, Virginia, Mindful Hands is a specialty shop dedicated to helping people live gentler lives. We offer gifts and decorative accessories for the home and garden, including incense, statuary, books, and music that will lift your spirit and inspire you towards serenity.
