Few things are more fascinating than the ancient story of silk, but silk production has been highly industrialized. The …
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EcoSalon Organic Chocolate Explosion
A unique selection of chocolates arrived at headquarters today, ordered by my sweetie (thanks, Brian). It’s not Va…
Tribal Style Treasures
I’m not entirely sure what to make of Mayan mythology that has the cosmic calendar coming to an end in 2012, but i…
Exotic Indian Textiles: Instant Vacation
I am yearning for a trip someplace exotic and preferably warm. If money were no object, that trip would be to a beach be…
Positive Globalism: the Growth of Fair Trade
If you’ve been shopping for imported organic foods and artisan crafts lately, you’ve probably noticed a blac…