Eco friendly, fair trade bags
 

Fair trade bag producers work with marginalised workers to help them overcome vulnerability and become economically self-sufficient. They aim to empower workers to become stakeholders in their own organisations and play a more active role in global markets, thereby achieving greater fairness and equality in international trade.

 

There are eco friendly, fair trade bags to cover every need - fashion bags, cotton bags, shopping bags, Jute bags, Fair Trade bags and recycled bags - all ethical, environmentally friendly and sustainable.

Does fair trade really make a difference?

Did you know? Five trillion plastic bags are manufactured globally each year! It takes around 1,000 years for a plastic bag to break down. In the process, toxic substances leak into the soil and enter the food chain. Approximately 1 billion seabirds and mammals die each year by ingesting plastic bags (source: Say No To Plastic Bags).

"Pollution should never be the price of prosperity." — Al Gore, in a 2000 presidential-campaign speech


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Onya Bags aim is to be The Plastic Bag Alternative





The collection of rPET Onya Bags is getting bigger all the time. **New designs include ‘Keep Calm and Carry Onya’!** An Onya Bag lasts for ages and can save hundreds of wasted plastic bags. The range of H2Onya water bottles now come with new flip-flop lids – to make sipping even easier on the go! Bottled water is as expensive as petrol, so it makes huge sense to invest in an H2Onya and refill from the tap. Finally check out the brand new Onya Lunch – a reusable sandwich wrapper - it velcros to the size you need and even label for your name!

Please use the code eco1 at the checkout to get a 15% discount. www.onyabags.co.uk




 

Lolijo Pixi

 

 

 





 

Lolijo Pixi is a newly started company selling bags made from fairly traded 100% organic cotton. They feel very strongly that we can all work together to help save this planet. By buying their bags and using them over and over, you are demonstrating your support. Their distinctive, modern designs are stylish and practical. They are aimed at a new category of a more thoughtful consumer - one with a conscience. www.lolijopixi.bigcartel.com






 

compi sax



 

 

Com Bio Products supplies 100% compostable products. Product range includes bags and liners made from 100% compostable potato starch, compostable tableware and fair trade organic cotton tote shoppers. Their products, where possible, are manufactured in the UK. Bags manufactured from Bioplast bioplastic, all bags meet the EN:13432 certification and can be used in both home composters and commercial composters. 100% compostable tableware and catering supplies. Products ranging from cutlery to takeaway containers, manufactured to be 100% compostable. CE marked pint and half pint cups - manufactured from PLA and completely compostable. Suitable for use in bars and restaurants, no need for measured pumps, each cup is marked 1/2 pint or 1 pint. Kitchen waste caddies, ideal for collecting food scraps for your home composter. www.comp-bio.co.uk

 

 

  Basket Basket









 
  These baskets are all hand made and fair trade from different parts of Africa. An attractive, environmentally friendly alternative to plastic bags, with a wide variety of uses. They are sturdy and hard wearing, offering years of use and excellent value for money, made with 100% natural and renewable products. Ideal for shopping, BasketBasket bags are also used for the beach, picnics, laundry, household storage and much more. Each one is chic and unique. www.basketbasket.co.uk



 
The Fair Trade Store





THE FAIR TRADE STORE is an online shop bringing you unique, handmade, Fair Trade products from around the developing world in an easy, convenient and secure way. Select from a wide range of Fair Trade Gifts including Fair Trade Jewellery, Bags and Recycled Fashion Accessories.

They buy directly from UK-based importers registered with BAFTS (The British Association for Fair Trade Shops), who have close working relationships with the Fair Trade producers in the developing world, ensuring that real benefits are passed on to them and their communities.

www.thefairtradestore.co.uk 






Accessory Fair 

 

 

 

 

Accessory Fair offers a wide selection of stylish, high quality and great value Fair Trade Bags and Accessories. All of their goods are sourced from BAFTS registered importers and wholesalers, so you can be sure that the highest ethical standards are maintained in the production of the Bags, Hats, Scarves, Sarongs and Gloves that they sell. Their ethical approach to business means that they always treat their customers and suppliers with respect and honesty which means that you should be delighted when dealing with Accessory Fair. http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Accessory-Fair


 

  Ecofriendly bags



 





 

Ecofriendly Bags. Bag It Dont Bin It are manufacturers of reusable bags made from eco-friendly material like jute, cloth, cotton and canvas. Bags can be customised with company branding. Personalised quotes are available from the website. www.bagitdontbinit.com





 
  Mimosa Style




 




 

At Mimosa Style they believe you can have the best of both worlds….. beautiful, stylish products that are fairly traded without exploitation. They carefully select their suppliers to ensure that their fashion accessories, jewellery and gifts have been made by local craftspeople who are fairly paid and work in decent conditions. Mimosa Style are keen to promote the use of natural materials from sustainable sources in making these fabulous items. So if you want to look good and feel good then why not add a little Mimosa Style to your life!




 
  Jocasi





 



  Jocasi was founded in 2003 by Carla and Simon, who were inspired to create the brand by a trip to Indonesia. There they met a local artisan who told them about a traditional Indonesian fishing bag, which then turned into their first ever bag, the Kepis. The bag was a hit and the brand has since been stocked in boutiques and department stores all over the world, as well as online at www.jocasi.com. All leather and snakeskin used in Jocasi bags and belts is sustainably sourced and ethically produced in Indonesia.





 



 
  People Tree is the pioneer of Fair Trade and sustainable fashion for women and their range includes trendy and stylish bags for all occasions. Their products are made to the highest Fair Trade and environmental standards from start to finish and consistently prove that it is possible to wear stylish, exciting and affordable fashion, at the same time as respecting people and planet.





 
  Freeset Bags



 
  Freeset is a leading supplier of fair trade and ethical bags. Using recycled and natural materials, each bag tells a story of a journey to freedom. Custom made bags are also available and can provide the perfect ethical solution for your organisation. Freeset is an approved supplier with BAFTS. www.freesetbags.co.uk


 

 

 

High-quality and environment-friendly bags

 

 

Smartbags provides clients a practical way to advertise their business. They make high-quality and environment-friendly bags that will showcase your company's logo. Their bags are perfect for carrying items around and will help raise brand awareness. www.smartbags.co.uk


 




Seasalt is an innovative, ethical family business based in Cornwall, England, and they are now the largest producer of Soil Association certified clothing in the world. Their range includes stylish, organically produced and fair trade bags.






Other useful Fair Trade Bag providers

ASCIZI Eco-friendly handmade straw fashion tote bags & accessories.



 

 

 

  Reviews and feedback

"Freeset were slick and professional to work with from the outset, we love our beautiful bags and know the money is going to a good cause. We definitely know where we will be coming if we ever need any more bags" Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide



BasketBasket. " Lovely baskets, good price and quick delivery." - Anon



BasketBasket. "Great baskets at excellent prices and speedy delivery!" - Anon




   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
















































































































 

   
 

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