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January 2024 by Courtney Vanacore
Very cute establishment. Got some stocking stuffers here
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December 2023 by Kevin Laurent
Excellent always find what need, thank you.
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September 2023 by John J
Wonderful collection of really beautiful handicrafts. The person in the shop was very helpful and explained the free trade mission. The staff seems genuinely interested in helping customers understand the importance of supporting these underprivileged communities but also in telling the backstory of each amazing item. Great shop for gifts and you can feel good about your purchases rather than just buying junk made in China.
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August 2023 by Ariane Cloutier
Cute place, great stuff. Two staff members were working. The younger one was great but the older one decided to stand over me as I was trying to shop and made the experience extremely uncomfortable. And I mean she was less than a foot away from me staring at every movement I made like she thought I was trying to steal… don’t treat customers like that it’s bad for business
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October 2022 by Sam Iam
all sorts of high quality hand crafted items from around the world sold by a not for profit
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December 2021 by Ana B.
Ten Thousand Villages is beautiful fair trade store that I love going into. This West Hartford one is in a great location, that easily gets good traffic. There are so many unique and creative items in this store. I think the Christmas ornaments are my favorite. There are so many items here that you look at and say "wow, how did they make this?!" The Christmas ornaments and other home decor made out of recycled newspapers is so impressive. Several of the items are not my style, but I still can't help but be impressed by the work and detail in each beautiful piece. They sell jewelry, glassware, and dishes, baby items, knit work, and so much more. The ladies working here are always willing to help and are very pleasant. Any time I've gone in, there is always a sale going on. While Ten Thousand Villages isn't an independent store, it surely feels and looks like one, their fair trade system certainly makes them stand out.
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August 2021 by Betsy Roy
Over priced!
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June 2021 by Megan K.
Such a cute, unique little shop in WeHa. My friend and I stopped in to have a look around and I found the cutest Christmas ornaments on clearance. I've also been thinking about the custom jewelry that's sold here that is made out of shrapnel and a copper bicycle shaped pizza cutter. Very unique gifts for people from all over the world, definitely worth a look see!
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March 2021 by Dr. Henry
GREAT SHOP!!!! When I walked in the door it was a vibe and the gifts are very beautiful definitely coming back!!!
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December 2020 by kyle reale
Amazing shop! This great shop had so many unique gifts and items. A great place for people looking for home decor or just the rare item. Everything bought at this place has proceeds that go to villages across the globe in need. Such a friendly and helpful staff that makes you feel welcome. Will be returning time and again!
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December 2019 by Angelique Masters
Quality products made by skilled artisans, contributing to help many great causes! Friendly staff and always a wonderful time
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August 2019 by Jay Edits
Good place
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June 2019 by Victoria B.
If you want a store where you can feel like you're traveling around the world in one spot, this is the place for you! This has to be one of my favorite stores to stop in at WEHA. Right when you walk in you're met with an astonishing amount of color and a scent that makes you feel like you're not in Connecticut anymore. There is tons of handmade crafts and gifts to choose from. If your decorating your house or shopping for a present for your friend/family, stop in! Not only do they have gifts, they have a large ethnically diverse coffee section to choose from! Browse the selection to find the country who's taste speaks to you. They're amazing and my friend always stops in to buy them! My personal favorite part of the experience it is to visit, has to be both the employees, colors, and diverse selection of crafts from different countries or "villages," as the name says. I truly feel like I'm walking into a fantasy. If the item you buy is large, they will hold it for you to pick up later. They even helped me bring it out to my car! Although the prices are a bit high, for the quality and background of these pieces; it is hard to NOT buy them! If you're looking for a unique shopping experience and a place that feels like you're walking into a new world; stop here, it'll amaze you.
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March 2019 by N Bland
I love this store and the contributions it makes to different societies around the world.
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March 2019 by joanne James
Always something interesting on display. Nice music selections. Friendly & helpful staff. And supporting them is a nice way to support others.