Handmade Medium Market Tote
The Handmade Medium Market Tote is the perfect blend of charm and practicality. Crafted from signature sturdy fabrics, this versatile tote is ideal for everyday use or thoughtful gifting. Use it as a reusable gift bag, to organize travel essentials, or to carry the little things that make life beautiful. Durable, functional, and irresistibly cute, it adds purpose and style to every outing.
These beautiful bags are made by artisans in the Dominican Republic through New Hope Girls. Each piece is carefully crafted with care and attention to detail, supporting women in building sustainable livelihoods.
Thistle Farms Shared Trade
At Thistle Farms, we’re part of a global movement addressing exploitation and poverty through our Shared Trade program.
Each purchase of our handcrafted goods supports artisan makers and their families, advancing their growth through profit sharing, mentorship, and global networking.
Shipping
We currently ship to contiguous United States, Alaska, and Hawaii.
- Free shipping on orders over $99
- Gifts or items containing matches are not eligible for shipping to Hawaii or expedited shipping.
- Hand Sanitizer is not eligible for shipping to PO Boxes, Alaska, Hawaii, or Puerto Rico. Ground only, and no expedited shipping available.
Orders are processed and shipped Monday-Friday. Fulfillment may take 3-5 business days (though we will do our best for it to be faster).
We primarily ship via USPS. Other carriers may be used for PO Boxes or specific shipping arrangements. Additional shipping charges may apply if an order is returned to us by the carrier.
Please email customerservice@thistlefarms.org for more information.
Return Policy
We offer a 30 day return window for product purchased from ThistleFarms.org, The Shop At Thistle Farms or at an official Thistle Farms pop-up event. For exchanges, please process a return and re-order the item you wish to receive.
Updated May 27, 2025.
Thistle Farms’ dedication to using natural ingredients keeps our products fresh for a shorter period of time. Our products are only guaranteed when purchased directly from
- ThistleFarms.org
- The Shop at Thistle Farms
- A Thistle Farms pop-up event
For issues with Thistle Farms products purchased from other retailers, please contact that retailer directly for a replacement or refund.
If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you can send it back for a full refund within 30 days of receiving your order. To be eligible for a return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase, and your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it.
A pre-paid shipping label will be provided and a $7 shipping cost dedicated from the refund. Once your return is received and inspected, we will send an email to notify you when your refund has been processed.
The only items we cannot issue a refund on are items purchased that have been marked down, gift cards, special orders, and shipping charges.
Exchange Policy
We are only able to process returns at this time. If you would like to exchange a product, please follow our return policy above.
You can re-order at any time during this process.
NOTE: When shipping an item valued over $75 on your own, consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance, as we cannot guarantee that we will receive the returned item.
Meet the Artisans
New Hope Girls
It started in a home donated by a woman with 6 months of her savings.
It's grown into a sanctuary that houses, heals, and employs women survivors of exploitation.
New Hope Girls is a place where deep pain is met by true promise. They hold space for women once labeled as a statistic to heal, grow, and thrive.
Stepping into the trenches, they become acquainted with their scars and every detail of their stories.
Learn More
Shared Trade
A network of social enterprises addressing sexual exploitation, trafficking, and extreme poverty in 21 countries around the world.
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