Our Story
38 years of roaming the world for handcrafted treasures
Born from a love of travel
Wishful Living is located in the small town of Berthoud, on the front range of Colorado's Rocky Mountains. The store boasts an eclectic collection of fun and interesting items such as wall art, jewelry, ethnic textiles and woodcarvings, unique gifts, furniture, and much more.
Its proprietor, Rudi Taylor, spent the past 38 years roaming the world in search of treasures, shipping home via both air and sea cargo beautiful handcrafted furniture, jewelry, clothing and home decor.
“Wishful Living isn't just a business. For me, it's about interacting with world cultures, primarily in developing countries, practicing fair trade principles while buying handcrafted goods, and giving back by producing revenue for small family-run cottage industry businesses.” — Rudi Taylor, Owner & Proprietor
Before founding Wishful Living, Rudi developed two thriving import companies: Milagro Imports based in Estes Park, Colorado, and Happy Mango Beads. Her decades of experience in global sourcing and artisan relationships infuse every corner of the shop.
Sourced from
Fair Trade Principles
Every purchase makes a difference
At the heart of Wishful Living is a commitment to fair trade. Every item in our collection is sourced directly from small, family-run cottage industry businesses in developing countries.
When you purchase from Wishful Living, you're not just buying a beautiful object — you're supporting the livelihoods of artisans, preserving traditional craftsmanship, and helping sustain cultural heritage across the globe.
12+
Years in Business
38
Years of Travel
6+
Countries Sourced
154+
Products Online
Beyond the Shop
More than a store owner
Outside of Wishful Living, Rudi is the founder of Harley's Dream, a nonprofit animal welfare organization. She enjoys spending time with her horse, dogs, and very large family, as well as bike riding, dressage, camping, sailing, and — of course — travel.
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