Kenyan Soapstone Candle Holder Makes Ethical Gift
If you know someone who is active in charity work or just concerned about the plight of workers in Third World Countries, this Kenyan soapstone candle holder might make a nice gift. It’s from World of Good, a store that helps workers in economically-challenged countries get their wares to the United States and other well-off markets (10% of their profits are re-invested in the artisan communities they work with).
Each candle holder is hand-carved from soapstone or “kisii” that is found in the Tabaka hills of western Kenya. The carvings are then dyed and painted, using the unique designs of local stone-carving artisan families. At $12.95, the candle holder is a pretty economical gift too.