The World Crafted on King

09/12/2026

Hello, dear The World Crafted community! Thank you for your ongoing support as we welcome a new cohort of staff and volunteers to our beloved shop. We have a lot happening in the store this September, as we begin to showcase our gorgeous fall merchandise! Also, here are some upcoming event dates to mark on your calendars -- and please come by the store to say hi and check out our new product lineup!

Event: Alexandria Days - Customers get a free bar of chocolate with purchase, Friday-Sunday, 9/18-20

Event: Fair Trade Month celebration event with Fairtrade America, Thursday, 10/22 at the NoMa Art Garden

08/14/2026

It's here!! Alexandria's 17th annual sidewalk sale starts today. We've got great savings for you on beautiful handcrafted clothing and crafts! See you soon!

Old Town Boutique District

08/13/2026

07/23/2026

Spend your Saturday shopping with purpose. 💜

Every purchase at The World Crafted helps support survivors of trafficking and domestic violence, and on Saturday, July 25, a portion of the day’s sales will be donated directly to the Association of Albanian Girls & Women (AAGW) to empower survivors and promote a future free from violence.

Make a day of it—grab a coffee next door, enjoy ice cream around the corner, and take a stroll through beautiful Old Town Alexandria. Every purchase, big or small, helps make a difference.

📍 915 King St, Alexandria
🗓️ Saturday, July 25 | 10 AM–4 PM

We’d love to see you there! 💜

06/26/2026

We're partnering with Volunteer Alexandria to be a drop-off location for their summer food drive! Bring in non-perishables (no glass) to donate and get 10% off your entire purchase at our store. (Once per customer.)

06/23/2026

As the weather heats up, it's important to stay hydrated. Keep your water bottle close with our Water Bottle Holder Bags from UPAVIM Crafts! Made from traditional Guatemalan fabric, these vibrant bags are great for bottles of all sizes. Plus., the two outer pockets are perfect for holding other small essentials.

UPAVIM is a self-run cooperative of women artisans in La Esperanza, Guatemala. Proceeds from the cooperative's sales directly support a grade school, a daycare, and a preschool. UPAVIM's success has also led to the development of a local health clinic and a tutoring program.

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth! Juneteenth commemorates the day that the last enslaved African Americans were finally emancipated after the end of the Civil War in 1865. As we celebrate this milestone in our country's history, we want to reaffirm our commitment to a world where every worker receives fair compensation for their work and is treated with dignity and respect.

06/15/2026

Seeking a new statement jewelry piece this summer? Check out our new jewelry from Lumily! We can't get enough of these gorgeous colors and intricate beadwork. Come in and grab yours today!

Lumily is a Latina, immigrant woman-owned brand working with over 200 artisans in Guatemala, Thailand, and Mexico. Lumily's handwoven textiles, delicate embroidery, and beautiful jewelry are inspired by cultural heritage and local traditions in their artisans' home countries. Lumily aims to be a beacon of collaboration and compassion, embodying the spirit of .

06/10/2026

Show your pride all year long with these socks from Conscious Step! A portion of each sale is donated to The Trevor Project, the leading su***de prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ+ young people. In addition to providing 24/7 crisis services and peer support, The Trevor Project conducts research studies, provides public education, and advocates for policies that help prevent su***de among LGBTQ+ youth.

06/07/2026

Celebrate Dad with a card that's as special as he is! Show the father figure in your life how much he means to you with a handcrafted piece of art.