Although times are tough, we need to remember there are people less fortunate than us. The Oxfam shop has some great gift ideas this Christmas. Here are our top picks under $50;

The funky red ceramic Square Teapot with a cane handle. Handmade near Hanoi by Mai Vietnamese Handicrafts which creates work opportunities for the disadvantaged.

The sheesham wood Big Nose Spectacle Stand from Asha Handicrafts. Asha (sanskrit for “hope”) has brought work for over 103 producer groups and 5,000 artisans throughout India.

The red wooden Castanets will spice up any party. Distributed by the Equitable Marketing Association which non-profit objective is to help economically disadvantaged groups involved in the production to earn their own living in a fair and equitable way.

The beautiful Plantation tea box for your favourite teas. Made of polished sheesham wood with a decorative brass inlay border around the lid and base from Noah’s Ark.

Give a real present this year to someone in need and save the world from another unwanted gift! Check out Oxfam Unwrapped

“Oxfam – we make every effort to see that every product is produced according to Fair Trade principles. Our sourcing team travel the world to bring you beautiful, exotic and contemporary products that we hope compliment your lifestyle and make you feel that you are making a difference to someone else’s life”

Photo gallery of Oxfam Shop Christmas Gift Ideas

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