James & Bethany Therrien

Hand Knit Stuffies

“We’ve been working with the same artisan groups for many years and have developed long-term, committed partnerships that help promote sustainable income, environmental awareness, and greater economic equality. We pay fair prices in the local context, offer fair credit terms and prompt payment, and promote safe and healthy workplaces. We respect cultural diversity.

We rely on a group of knitting artisans in a remote rural village in Peru, working closely with an organization dedicated to empowering them through income-generating projects. Our whimsical animal designs are handmade by women high in the Andes mountains. Everything is created under Fair Trade guidelines. The income generated through their work allows the women to feed and clothe themselves and their children.

Our core principles are simple: quality, sustainability, and a little bit of fun. We so enjoy creating our line and hope it adds some joy to your home, too! ”