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Vi Bella- Beautiful Life

Vi Bella- Beautiful Life

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Written by Danielle Rupp

Come on in and check out our beautiful, fun, beachy jewelry from Vi Bella!

Vi Bella means "beautiful life" and by employing artisans in Mexico and Haiti, that's what they hope to help give.  

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Feel Good with Feelgoodz

Feel Good with Feelgoodz

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Written by Danielle Rupp
You can feel good about your Feelgoodz purchase knowing they  are "committed to fair trade practices and conscious sourcing to help celebrate the craft of global artisans." 
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"Waving Hello" with Good Paper Cards

"Waving Hello" with Good Paper Cards

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Written by Dani Rupp
Good Paper cards are one of our best sellers for good reason. Learn more about these quirky, punny and adorable cards and the mission behind them. 
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One Year Later

One Year Later

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Written by Kari Matthews
I often mention that our shop’s mission is about supporting and cheering on our artisan partners in at-risk communities, but it wasn’t until this past year that I realized how much I was in need of support and a cheering section of my own to keep my business, and my morale, afloat.
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Time for Change

Time for Change

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Written by Kari Matthews
More than anything else, these last months have highlighted for me the need for more dignity, more love, more compassion; especially in this country I call home.
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Seeds of Hope

Seeds of Hope

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Written by Kari Matthews
Welcome to July 2020!   We’re open, our county has finally reac...
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When the Going Gets Tough...

When the Going Gets Tough...

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Written by Kari Matthews
  This past Friday I popped in a small local market/eatery to grab a few things....
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The Elephant in the Room

The Elephant in the Room

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Written by Kari Matthews
A couple weeks ago Jason...
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Hope for Reluctant Resolution Makers

Hope for Reluctant Resolution Makers

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Written by Kari Matthews
Happy 2020!  Around this time every year, it hits me:   The...
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Clean Slate Spritzer

Clean Slate Spritzer

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Written by Kari Matthews
I'm usually more of a recipe follower than creator, but recently when I was down and out with a ...
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Why Asking for Help is a Good Thing

Why Asking for Help is a Good Thing

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Written by Kari Matthews
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Following Big Dreams with a Little Help from Chip Gaines

Following Big Dreams with a Little Help from Chip Gaines

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Written by Kari Matthews
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Laughter for Tomorrow

Laughter for Tomorrow

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Written by Kari Matthews
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Why Saying "Yes" is a Good Thing

Why Saying "Yes" is a Good Thing

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Written by Kari Matthews
It's happened!  We are of...
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Big News for YOU!

Big News for YOU!

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Written by Kari Matthews
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We're Turning One!

We're Turning One!

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Written by Kari Matthews
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What Mom Really Needs this Mothers' Day

What Mom Really Needs this Mothers' Day

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Written by Kari Matthews
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Good Friday

Good Friday

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Written by Kari Matthews
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Spring Inspiration

Spring Inspiration

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Written by Kari Matthews
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The Importance of Community

The Importance of Community

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Written by Kari Matthews
Last week I traveled to a new city to spend 2+ days with 13 women I’d never met (in person) befo...
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A Soapmaker's Story

A Soapmaker's Story

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Written by Emily Nelson
Raised in a crime and drug infested neighborhood of Santo Domingo, Martha was born into poverty. ...
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A Survivor's Story from Eleventh Candle Co. in Ohio

A Survivor's Story from Eleventh Candle Co. in Ohio

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Written by Emily Nelson
“I am strong and I am a survivor. I don't like to be called a victim since I made it out. Now, I ...
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Share the Love with Jewelry

Share the Love with Jewelry

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Written by Emily Nelson
“made has become my redemption song! After years of depression, anxiety, and self-harm, the proce...
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All Things Valentine's Day!

All Things Valentine's Day!

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Written by Emily Nelson
Gift Ideas + This Week's Shopping Party          What to get that special someone... need so...
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Why Publish Wages? Ethical Fashion from ABLE

Why Publish Wages? Ethical Fashion from ABLE

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Written by Emily Nelson
“Only 2% of fashion workers make a wage that meets their basic needs, but if brands absorbed t...
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Overcoming Violence in Peru - Fair Anita

Overcoming Violence in Peru - Fair Anita

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Written by Emily Nelson
  Serving within a country that has the highest rate of domestic violence, at nearly 70%, Anita h...
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Empowering Artisans of Haiti - 2nd Story Goods

Empowering Artisans of Haiti - 2nd Story Goods

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Written by Kari Matthews
In the past few weeks, we’ve developed a new relationship with 2nd Story Goods and we’re excite...
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A Life Changed - Sewing New Futures in New Dehli

A Life Changed - Sewing New Futures in New Dehli

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Written by Emily Nelson
We’ve partnered with Sewing New Futures for the past year, but it was long before that that I pu...
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How You Can Do Good with your Wallet this Holiday Season

How You Can Do Good with your Wallet this Holiday Season

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Written by Kari Matthews
A chill is in the air, and the holidays are upon us!  According to the National Retail Federati...
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Bel Koz:  from Haiti to Kennett Square

Bel Koz: from Haiti to Kennett Square

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Written by Kari Matthews
  I’m excited to share with you more of the “behind the scenes” work that goes into the beautiful...
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Welcome Fall

Welcome Fall

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Written by Kari Matthews
Happy Fall, Friends! Just this past Friday, I noticed the first frost of the season glittering ...
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