EASTER WEEKEND

Fair Do’s will be closed on Good Friday, 2nd April 2010. We will reopen on Tuesday 6th April. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

There is still plenty of time before then to buy your fair trade Easter eggs and other chocolate goodies in the shop! We also have a lovely selection of wooden crosses and pendants to celebrate the season.

We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our customers and reps a Happy Easter and to thank you once again for your support.

MEET THE PRODUCERS IN FAIR TRADE FORTNIGHT

Fair Trade Fortnight is nearly upon us and we have plenty of exciting events to look forward to. A particular highlight for Fair Do’s will be the planned visit of olive producers from Palestine. These producers provide olives for Zaytoun, who during last year’s FT14 launched the first ever olive oil with the fair trade mark.

Our visitors will be with us in the shop on Tuesday 2nd March at 10.30am. All are welcome to come and meet them to find out about their trade and how you can help them by buying their fair trade products.

We look forward to seeing you there!

P.S.  Help us promote this event by downloading the poster here

–STOP PRESS– 25th Feb:

We had hoped to be joined by the farmers who grow the olives in Palestine but sadly they have not been granted entry to the UK for fairtrade fortnight. We will be joined instead by Haitham Hasasneh and Thomas Cazalis, both of whom are involved in the production of the world’s first fair trade olive oil. Haitham is the Livelihood Project Manager for Oxfam GB in Palestine. Through his role he strengthens Oxfam’s technical capacity to prepare for and respond to food and livelihood insecurity in Palestinian territories. Thomas is the coordinator of the olive oil program for the Palestinian Farmers Union. Both will be engaging speakers and offer great insight into this work.

CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS

Fair Do’s will close at 2pm on Thursday 24th December and reopen on Tuesday 5th January. Still time to get your Christmas shopping done!

Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year.

Dymuniadau goran am y Nadolig a’r Flwyddyn Newydd.

SUMMER SALE!!

We are having a summer sale at Fairdo’s from

15th August – 12th September

There will be big reductions on clothes, accessories, crafts and food.

FAIR DO’S FASHION SHOW 2009

A new venue, new speaker, new models, sparkling new outfits all added up to a great event!

FAIR DO’S FASHION SHOW – 12TH JUNE 2009

Fair Do’s is busy planning its Annual Fashion Show on Friday, 12th June, from 7.30pm at Calvary Baptist Church, Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff.

Tickets are £4.00, and will include a fruit juice, tea or coffee. Tickets are on sale now and are available only from Fair Do’s – call on (029) 2022 2066 if you can’t get into the shop!

There will be lots of lovely fair trade clothes and accessories modelled on the night, and on sale after the show. During the evening there will also be a powerpoint presentation by George Williams of Bishopston Trading Company, Bristol, one of our favourite clothing suppliers.

Hope to see you on the 12th June

FORTHCOMING EVENT

Tuesday 24th March – “Europe’s Trade Deals: Who Benefits?”

7.30-9.30pm Temple of Peace, Cathays Park, Cardiff, CF10 3AP

A public meeting by Cardiff World Development Movement.

Hear from Mary Lou Malig, trade campaigner from the Philipines.

JOIN IN THIS FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT

There are lots of things happening this Fairtrade Fortnight…so don’t miss out! Here are just some of the events happening locally that deserve a place in your diary.

Wednesday 25th February – The Great Trade Debate Cardiff

7-9pm Reardon Smith Theatre, Museum of Wales, Cardiff

Can trade be both free and fair?

The Fairtrade Foundation, along with its member organisations including the World Development Movement, Traidcraft, Oxfam and Christian Aid, is organising a series of debates across the UK during the Fortnight. At these events, Fairtrade experts, politicians, commentators, business people and NGO representatives will debate issues around ethical consumerism, fair trade versus free trade, climate change, trade justice and the future of Fairtrade.

Chair: Jane Davidson AM, Minister for Environment, Sustainability and Housing

Confirmed speakers include:

• Benedict Southworth, Director, World Development Movement
• Mark Varney, Head of Commercial Relations, Fairtrade Foundation
• Peter Griffiths, author of The Economist’s Tale: A Consultant Encounters Hunger and the World Bank
• Alec van Gelder, Network Director, International Policy Network

The event is free, but you are asked to register in advance at www.fairtrade.org.uk/debate

Saturday 28th February – Fair Trade Market

9.30am-1.00pm -Mackintosh Social Club, off Kepoch Street in Cardiff

Fair Trade Cardiff presents a selection of some of Wales’ best fair trade retailers, set alongside the Roath Real Food Market. Enjoy a cup of Fairtrade tea or coffee while browsing a huge selection of fairly traded crafts, jewellery, toys, pottery and clothing.

Saturday 28th February – ‘Black Gold’ showing

7pm for 7.30pm – St Marks Church, 206 North Road, Cardiff, CF14 3BL

A great chance to see this inspiring and thought-provoking documentary about the experiences of Coffee growers in Ethiopia…and the opportunity to try some Ethiopian coffee!

Costs £2 (towards costs of screening)

FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT 23RD FEBRUARY-8TH MARCH 2009

Fairtrade Fortnight is a time every year when a special push is made to raise the profile of fairly traded goods and the issues surrounding fair trade. The theme of Fairtrade Fortnight this year is Make it Happen – Choose Fairtrade. And if you, like us, think now is the time to do something and make it happen, there’s lots of ways to get involved.

At Fair Do’s we support schools, churches, workplaces, social groups, and anyone who’s interested in fair trade. We can supply you with your choice of fairly traded goods on a sale-or-return basis – call into the shop or phone us on (029) 2022 2066 to find out more details. We also stock resources, including DVDs, posters and bilingual literature to help you promote fair trade.

The finale of Fairtrade Fortnight 2009 will be a huge event bringing together the whole Fairtrade movement, from producers to school children, with you, the Fairtrade campaigners at its heart. From noon on Friday 6 March to noon on Saturday 7 March, people all over the world will attempt to break the world record for Fairtrade banana eating by hosting banana-themed events.

Find out more about how you can make it happen for banana farmers at www.fairtrade.org.uk/gobananas where you can register for the event, download a Go Bananas for Fairtrade Campaign Pack and order the limited edition Go Bananas for Fairtrade T-shirt.

To find out more about Fairtrade Fortnight visit: www.fairtrade.org.uk.

SHOW YOUR VALENTINE HOW BIG YOUR HEART IS

This Valentine’s Day, treat your special someone to a fairly traded gift. Pop in to see our selection of beautiful handmade cards, silver jewellery, unique crafts and of course the best array of fairly traded chocolate in Cardiff.

Or, as an extra special treat to wow your loved one – pick up a pair of our exclusive bilingual pants-to-poverty underwear!

And if you’re on the forgetful side, we’re open on Valentine’s Day itself – Saturday 14th February, 10am-5pm.

NEW HAMPERS NOW AVAILABLE

We have a great new range of hampers now available. There are 6 different styles at a range of prices starting at just £12.

Alternatively you can choose to create your own hamper from one of the many baskets and possible contents we have in stock. The hampers make perfect Christmas presents and are an ideal way to show someone how much you care for others as well as them by choosing fair trade!

For more information and pictures see the Stock/Suppliers page.

CHRISTMAS IS COMING…

…and we’re getting ready for it at Fair Do’s! Christmas cards, wrap, gifts, decorations and food are arriving almost daily in these weeks leading up to the festive season. So make sure you get along to the shop and stock up on all your Christmas essentials!

This year Divine have added a Dark Chocolate version to their ever popular Milk Chocolate advent calendar – perfect for those with a more mature taste or with milk sensitivities. We’re pleased to be selling both varieties, so get yours while stocks last! We’re also stocking picture advent calendars and advent candles for a more traditional lead up to the big day.

There are also a few remaining slots still available for Christmas Shopping Evevnings. So, if you are part of a group or society (e.g. at church or work) that would enjoy an evenings shopping at Fair Do’s, please get in touch to find out more details.

TOP SELLING REPS!

A big part of Fair Do’s is our network of Sale-or-Return Reps. These are people who take stock from the shop to sell in their schools, churches, workplaces etc. They freely give their time and enthusiasm to spread the message of fair trade and on our part we try to support them in any way we can.

We keep careful records of everyones sales and annually produce certificates for our top sellers. This year our highest seller sold over £4,800 – wow! And 25 reps topped the £1,000 mark, so congratulations!

We really value the hard work and dedication of all our reps and would like to thank them for helping to make the world a better and fairer place. If you’d like to see our top ten list, then please do pop into the shop!

CELEBRATE A BRILLIANT DECADE WITH US

In November 1998 Fair Do’s (or Canolfan Traidcraft as it was then) moved across Cardiff to it’s current premises in Canton. Now, ten years later, we are celebrating a decade of success with a special thanksgiving service – and we would absolutely love it if you could join us!

The service will be at Calvary Baptist Church, which is just round the corner from the shop on Cowbridge Road East. It will be held on Saturday 4 October 2008, and starts at 6.00pm.

Refreshments will be served beforehand, from 5.00pm, so do join us for a fairly-traded cuppa!

FASHION SHOW TICKETS NOW ON SALE!

Fair Do’s annual fashion extravaganza takes place at The Gate Arts Centre, Keppoch Street, Roath, Cardiff on Saturday 3 May 2008.

This year, we’re joined by special guest Emma Triplett, founder of Hatti Trading. Emma will be talking about how her business enables women and children to escape lives of exploitation, abuse and cruelty.

Tickets for the fashion show are available now from the shop, or phone (029) 2022 2066.  Tickets cost £5 (£3 concession) and include a glass of fairly traded wine or fuit juice. We’ve sold out of tickets every year, so we’d advise you to buy yours soon to avoid disappointment.

ADVANCE NOTICE OF EVENTS IN 2008

Fair Trade Fortnight ~ 25 February – 9 March

Ask in the shop about our sale and return options for you to run a fair trade stall during Fair Trade Fortnight.

Fair Do’s Fashion Show Extravaganza ~ Saturday 3 May

At The Gate, Roath, Cardiff 

CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS

We are open as usual up until Saturday 22 December – so if you need to come in for your Christmas shopping, you need to do so by then.
We will not be open on Monday 24 December (Christmas Eve). The next time the shop will be open is from 10am on Wednesday 2 January 2008.

In the meantime, we would like to wish you a very happy Christmas, and an exceptional New Year. On behalf of all the communities we trade with, thank you for your support in 2007. You have helped to change the world this year and we look forward to seeing you next year!

YOUR EVENING OUT

In the run up to Christmas – you and your friends can book an evening at Fair Do’s to do your Christmas shopping together as a group, at a time which suits you. You can also enjoy fairly traded tea, coffee and nibbles while you buy!

It’s the perfect evening for WI’s, Mother’s Unions, church and faith groups, and other social groups who want to buy fair trade this Christmas.
Call us on (029) 2022 2066, or ask in-store for more details. But hurry! Evenings get booked up quickly in advance and you don’t want to miss out.

PALESTINIAN ALMONDS – 3 FOR THE PRICE OF 2 OFFER

Support farmers in Palestine and make your Christmas cakes and puddings fair trade-alicious with these yummy almonds. To make them taste even sweeter, you can take advantage of a special three packs for the price of two offer in the run up to Christmas – perfect for all your Christmas baking (and snacking!)

See in-store for more details and a range of products from Palestine, including olive oil, dates, couscous and soap. You could even put together a festive hamper from the holy land for that special person in your life!

HAVE YOU DONE YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING YET?

Get your Christmas shopping sorted with amazing metal sculptures from Love Zimbabwe. Or choose your gorgeous winter outfit from the new Natural Nomads range. Or browse the new Traidcraft catalogue, featuring two wrapping paper designs drawn by Fair Do’s very own Cathy Matthias.

Whatever you want for Christmas, you want it to be fair trade!

FAIR TRADE FASHION ROCKS

Spring has sprung in Cardiff and that can only mean one thing – the annual Fair Do’s Fair Trade Fashion Show!

For the past 6 years we’ve enjoyed sell-out nights of Fashion Fun at Chapter Arts Centre in Canton, so this year we’re moving somewhere with a bit more room. We will be guests at The Gate Arts Centre in Keppoch Street, Roath for one ‘bigger-than-ever’ night on Saturday 5 May! The round arena will seat more in one evening than we could seat in two evenings at Chapter – so prepare for a fair trade extravaganza.

Our local models will show-off clothes from producers all over the world. Showcasing many different styles of clothes and accessories for any occasion all with the common thread of fair trade. Fair trade isn’t just for the ladies though, with children’s and men’s clothes also on display.

During the show we will also take part in the Global Journey, which has promoted fair trade around the world, and we hope to be joined by a very special guest as well!

Make sure you book your tickets early to avoid the disappointment of missing out on one of the highlights of the year in Cardiff.

Tickets cost £5 (£3 for under-16s) and can be bought in advance from Fair Do’s ~ Siopa Teg in Canton and for more information you can phone the shop on 029 2022 2066.

All the details: Fair Trade Fashion Show, Saturday 5 May, 7.30pm, at The Gate Arts Centre, Keppoch Street, Roath, Cardiff

DELIVERY TO BUSINESSES

Fair Do’s is offering a new service to businesses in Cardiff City Centre.You won’t have to go out to buy your tea or coffee any more. We will deliver them right to your door. Just phone Fair Do’s on 02920 222066 for all the info,

GIFT HAMPERS ALL THROUGH THE YEAR

Fair Do’s can take the stress out of thinking what to get for that person who is always difficult to buy for. We are making up a selection of hampers for all occassions.
Everything , from the hamper itself to the tissue paper inside is fairly traded and of course, so are all the goodies packed inside.
Perfect for Christmas and birthdays too, or as a special ‘thank you’ gift.
Please give us 48 hours notice in order to make up your hamper. Also, the contents may vary slightly depending on stock availability.

The large food hamper is £40.00
The small bathroom hamper is £25.00
The medium breakfast hamper is £20.00
The small chocolate lovers hamper is £15.00

NEW IN FOR THE NEW YEAR 2007

Fair Do’s has some new green teas from Clipper.

Green Tea and ginkgo
Green Tea and Echinacea
Green Tea and Ginseng

20 Tea bags for £1.49

Green tea and Lemon

25 Tea bags for 99p

Organic green tea

25 Tea bags for £1.39

NEW ITEMS IN STOCK

If you are looking for a photo album for that special occassion, we have just received a delivery of some lovely ones. They are bamboo bound, with silver bodhi leaf covers.

The large albums are £23.00 and the small albums are £13.00.

We also have note books (£6.00.) and giftwrap (£2.00 per sheet) to match.

These items are in assorted colours, from blue through mauve to pink.

These paper items are from Nepal, by a refugee project using traditional paper making techniques.
The paper is made from the inner bark of the Daphne bush which regenerates after harvesting thus preserving the fragile forest ecology of Nepal.

BACKING FOR FAIR TRADE COUNTRY BID

This article appears on the BBC News website.

The Archbishop of Wales is supporting a campaign to make Wales the world’s first Fair Trade Country offering Third World farmers a better deal.

Archbishop Barry Morgan backed the Wales Fair Trade Forum’s initiative at its launch in Cardiff on Saturday.

On St David’s Day Cardiff became the world’s first Fair Trade capital.

The city beat Edinburgh to claim the title after many of its cafés, shops, businesses, and schools showed their commitment to the partnership.

The Wales Fair Trade Forum was set up in 2000 by the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development, Christian Aid, Fair Do’s Ltd, Oxfam Cymru, Tearfund and Traidcraft.

“Many years ago, Fair Trade coffee was considered to be a penance rather than a pleasure, but that is most definitely no longer true. ”
-The Archbishop of Wales

The Archbishop backed the appeal as World Fair Trade Day was celebrated on Saturday.

He said: “During the past few years we have seen several towns in Wales attain Fairtrade status including Ammanford near my native Gwaun Cae Gurwen, and Criccieth where I lived for many happy years during the early 1990s.

“And I am delighted that Cardiff was this year declared the world’s first Fair Trade capital city.

“Many years ago, Fair Trade coffee for example was considered to be a penance rather than a pleasure, but that is most definitely no longer true.

“Fair Trade coffee is now a first-class product and I choose to drink it because of its fantastic taste and not out of any sense of duty.

“Fair Trade principles make a real difference to the lives of those people who produce these products and allows us all to contribute positively to the developing world.

Jan Tucker, from Fair Trade Wales who runs the Fair Do’s Fair Trade shop in Canton in Cardiff, said the partnership was a “practical and easy way” for most people in Wales to make a difference to the lives of farmers overseas.

It helps farmers them gain access to education and health care for their children, she said.

“We want to involve not just individuals but local governments, charities, trade unions, schools – any group – and hope all these come on board.”