September 7, 2012
I don’t know about you, but I wear a lot of scarves in the fall and winter. I’m always cold, so I generally keep one with me almost all of the time. This new company A.BARCLAY makes scarves and resort wraps out of 100%
natural fabric handcrafted by Italian artisans.
How do they Spread the Love?
For every scarf that is purchased, A.BARCLAY buys an item of need from a Tanzanian for a Tanzanian, supplying multiple orphanages in the country with day to day necessities and stimulating local markets. Depending on what the orphanages need, the items we donate will vary from season to season.
Copy via the A.BARCLAY site.
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August 31, 2012
It always makes me happy to see women doing amazing things. In this case, it’s designer Marie Whitney and interior designer/blogger Erin Gates of Elements of Style coming together to create Two Penny Blue. You may have seen them in the July 2012 issue of Matchbook. Not only are their tailored blazers make right here in the USA, but for each blazer you purchase from Two Penny Blue, they donate a school uniform to a young girl in Africa.
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June 13, 2012
A socially conscious textile design company, Proud Mary, is owned and
operated by Harper Poe in Charleston, SC. Working with global textile
artisans to create their line of “ethnic-modern” home and personal
accessories. How are they Spreading the Love? All of their artisans receive a fair wage for their work and they are committed to creating long-lasting, sustainable relationships
with these talented men and women.
3 Thoughts: The designs are killer. The prices are super affordable. Harper Poe is a really cool name.
Photos by Sully Sullivan Photography
April 25, 2012
Not sure what to get your mom for Mother’s Day (you know it’s sneaking up on you)? Get her something from the Tory Burch Foundation and feel good about it because you will also be supporting another woman in the United States. Learn about how the Tory Burch Foundation provides economic opportunities to women and their families in the United States here. What mom doesn’t like something from Tory Burch?
Cosmetic Case / Sunflower Scarf
March 21, 2012
It feels good to purchase something for yourself, or a gift, and know that you are also giving back or supporting others in need. Oimei Co. will give you that opportunity. They donate 50% of their net profits to charity peace building initiatives in developing communities. So get yourself some Pillows for Peace!
Oimei Co. is a socially conscious business that empowers marginalized workers in developing communities to raise their standard of living by helping them gain access to new markets. With more demand for their products, the artisans are able to earn a consistent income, enjoy a dignified life and flourish in their communities.
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