←
Back to Shop

TIME WITH FRIENDS
TIME WITH KIDS
Star Checkers Game
Sold by Asha Handicrafts$39.99
Buy on Ten Thousand Villages
"I love our time together, but I also love seeing you light up around your favorite people. This is for your next 'uninterrupted' night with the crew."
PERFECT FOR
Gamers
Couples
Family
Kids
ABOUT THIS GIFT
This hand-carved Star Checkers set is a beautiful invitation to slow down and rediscover the joy of a shared evening at home. Moving away from the digital hum of daily life, this classic game of strategy—traditionally known as Sternhalma—offers a tactile, screen-free way to engage with your partner or family. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted by artisans through Asha Handicrafts, an Indian fair trade organization dedicated to social and economic empowerment for over 40 years. Because every board is unique and the marble colors vary, this isn't just a game; it is a one-of-a-kind heirloom that honors your partner’s love for meaningful tradition and quality time spent together.
The Meaning Behind This Gift
Understanding when and why this gift creates meaningful moments
This Gift Is For Someone Who Is...
♥
The extrovert
♥
The "Life of the Party"
♥
The social butterfly who has been staying in too much
♥
The competitive gamer
♥
The "Host with the Most"
♥
The introvert who needs a low-stakes way to invite people over
♥
The board game geek
♥
The one who’s the "glue" of the group
Perfect Moments To Give This
♥
When you’re going away for a weekend and want them to have fun
♥
To celebrate them making a new friend
♥
Before a scheduled "guys/girls night"
♥
When they mention they miss their old friend group
♥
For a housewarming party they are hosting
♥
To celebrate them finally getting the group chat to agree on a date
Other Ways To Express This Feeling
Time With Friends
Gift Giver Stories
Loading reviews...
★
★
★
★
★
"This game is beautifully crafted and exactly what I was hoping for. Package arrived on time and well boxed. I love that this set has marbles instead o..."
See more →
GG
Gift Giver
★
★
★
★
★
"I gave each of my sons in their 30’s one for Christmas, then my daughter asked for one too."
GG
Gift Giver
★
★
★
★
★
"The board is of quality construction and the marbles have a storage bag for when the game is not on display."
GG
Gift Giver
+
Add Your Review
💫
YOU MIGHT ALSO LOVE
Similar Gifts
More thoughtful gifts in the same spirit