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Leaving the Nest: Non-Profit Jewelry Takes Flight
I’m not much of a sentimentalist so things like “karma” or “it was meant to be” don’…
Rights of Plastic
It was only about a year ago that I made a conscious decision to stop using plastic bags to cart my groceries. When the …
Back into Circulation – with New Sparkle
As we reported recently, the penny has overstayed its welcome and probably won’t be long for this economy. But wha…
The Power of Purchase: Saving Songbirds with Organic Produce
A world without songbirds sounds post-apocalyptic, but the truth is that these innocent, tuneful creatures are at risk r…
Angels Among Us
For most of us, vitamins enhance an already rich and healthful diet. In the developing world, where war, famine and pove…
Mellow Yellow
Who needs another black bag when designers have given you so many playful colors to choose from? Perfect for spring and …
Dreaming of Artisan Applique
I often dream of traveling to India to have my pick of the exotic upholstery textiles that remain so elusive in the Stat…