Ten Thousand Villages — Local services in Champaign

This is a great place to go if you want some really cool jewelry. I get things here every couple months for my (now Fiance) and she loves all the pieces. Because of the fair-trade-based selection of goods, the prices might seem a bit steep at first glance, but the craftsmanship of the items that I've purchased have all been superb, and also, unlike anything you can purchase in a chain store. As much as I like to purchase things from Etsy so that I can buy straight from the maker, I usually drop by Ten Thousand to see if they have something like what I have...

This was such a cute shop. It was great seeing all of the items made in Kenya and other countries. The quality looked amazing and the service was pleasant until I notice my friend was being stalked by the employee;followed around the store. Who wants to shop like that?? Then, once my friend made a purchase, the female employee...

Always good to shop fair trade. I was looking for a quilt hanger. The volunteer on duty took good care of me in searching for the perfect size. They have the prettiest hangers for all kinds of small textile pieces, and the nicest people work there. Also a great place to get handmade baskets and many...