Heart of Haiti; supporting artisans and their families - Hammock in Paradise; Life as an Expat

For all of us, especially those who travel seeing the heart break of disaster around the globe is painful. Haiti’s 2010 earthquake devastated the country. FairWindsTrading is now working with artisans in Haiti through the product line Heart of Haiti . These pieces of art, jewelery and home decor are handcrafted by local artisans throughout Haiti.

Many of these artisans lost their homes and shops in the Haiti earthquake. Their skills, strength and determination are evident when you look at the many beautiful items they are creating, under conditions that are incredibly difficult. Through the purchase of these pieces of art and jewelery from Macy’s we provide a small measure of support to the artisans and their families in Haiti as they rebuild their lives.

Haiti artisans photo credit Fair Winds Trading

Shop here for Heart of Haiti handcrafted art and home decor items. To understand more fully what the Heart of Haiti line is accomplishing check out Heart of Haiti, how it’s helping. You can read about the artisans, see their products, and watch videos about how Heart of Haiti is improving their lives and the lives of their families. Most items in the Heart of Haiti collection are priced from $10 to $60. A few larger pieces are priced higher.

Disclosure I received a Heart of Haiti bracelet to review. The heartfelt belief that Heart of Haiti is touching lives and helping families rebuild lives is my own.

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On October 19th, 2011 at 2:47 am, Joslin said:

What a wonderful site and for such a good cause. It’s so unfortunate how Haiti and the state of the country post its’ earthquake last year is so easily brushed under the carpet. Thanks for sharing Lisa!

On October 27th, 2011 at 8:28 pm, Katja of Skimbaco said:

Thank you so much for posting about this! The program is so wonderful, giving a way for people to have a livelihood.

On October 27th, 2011 at 11:29 pm, Lisa said:

Joslin, You’re welcome. I think the more we can share the more informed people will be and we can accomplish good in Haiti.

On October 27th, 2011 at 11:30 pm, Lisa said:

Katja, You’re welcome! I agree, it is such an opportunity to help people improve their livelihood.