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Between our commitment to fair trade practices and our dedication to our mission and vision we provide opportunities for our discerning and socially conscious clientele to purchase ethically sourced, quality products.
How can you become a WCE maker?
You can reach out any time to Rosie@worldcommunityexchange.com or simply fill out the onboarding form to get started: CLICK HERE
Is it really free to the people on the maker team?
Yes that's true! None of our independent makers pay a fee to participate on the market.
Is shipping included in the prices?
Yes, shipping is included in our prices. We are still learning all of the international fees though, so please be patient with us. If you have any unexcpected fees on delivery please reach out immediately to Apple - Info@worldcommunityexhange.com or Rosie - Rosie@worldcommunityexchange.com
How do we make money?
Our maker team sets their pricing and it is always honored. We do not charge shipping on top of our prices. What we do is add a mark-up (like any brick/mortar store) to cover all of the expenses involved in providing you with beautiful products. These can include (but are not limited to) estimated shipping costs, marketing, site maintenance, communication, and all of the normal things you would assume go into running a company. Two of these are 1. profit margin and 2. savings for growth to bring you more products and on-board more makers to the team.
One of our favorites!
Featured Product
24-Inch Painted School of Fish Metal Wall Art - Croix des Bouquets
Crafted from recycled 55-gallon steel drums by village artisans in Haiti, these stunning pieces of art are truly one-of-a-kind! The process of turning sheets of metal into beautiful art is all done by hand. Steel drums used to transport oil into the capital of Haiti are cut, the oil is burned off to clean the metal, and then flattened in order to create stunning, upcycled art. Suitable for Indoor or Outdoor Use.
- Type: Metal Wall Art
- Colors: Metallic
- Materials: Upcycled Steel Metal
- Finish: Painted
- Dimensions: Approx. 24" Diameter
- Care: If displaying outdoors it is recommended to spray with a clear lacquer once or twice a year, as prolonged exposure to the elements will cause rust.
- Hanging Instructions: To hang metal art simply use pin head nails in the many nooks and spaces available in the design. If nails are shiny, you may want to darken heads with a black marker to help nails visually disappear.
Given the handmade nature of this product please allow for minor variations. As the metal is recovered from recycled oil drums and colored through a burning process it will vary slightly in coloration. Typically the piece has a darkened steel patina. If handpainted, exact colors may vary, which speaks to the one-of-a-kind nature of each piece. Each piece of metal art whether painted or natural is coated with a layer of clear lacquer to help protect the metal.
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