Ethical Nativity Sets & Scenes

Fair trade nativity sets and scenes, made by hand: terracotta and wood nativity scenes from Guatemala, recycled metal crèches and standing angels from Haiti, a nativity ornament and puppet set, and nativity wall art. Every brand is vetted against fair trade standards before it's listed.

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Made to come out every December

A nativity set is often the one decoration a family keeps for decades and sets up the same way every year. These are shaped by hand from terracotta, wood and recycled metal, so no two are exactly alike. Every brand here is vetted against fair trade standards before it's listed, including fair wages, safe working conditions, and no forced or child labour. If you don't need it, don't buy it. If you do, buy it fair.

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Questions about fair trade nativity sets

What makes a nativity set fair trade?

It's made by artisans who are paid fairly and work in safe conditions. Every brand on The Labour Movement is vetted against fair trade standards, including fair wages and no forced or child labour, before it's listed.

What are these nativity sets made from?

Terracotta, wood and recycled materials from Upavim Crafts in Guatemala, hand-cut recycled metal from artisans in Haiti, and a nativity set and ornament from Jubilee Trading Co. Sizes and materials are on each product page.

Is there a small nativity for a shelf or a tree?

Yes. There are miniature and tabletop scenes for about $15, a nativity ornament, and Haitian metal nativities that stand on a table or hang on a wall. Sizes are in each title.

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