Finding the Right Gift for Mom
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, I thought I’d write about how try to find the right gift for Mom. Whether it’s for…
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Four Famines Loom in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan and Yemen
This short video reminds us that famine is once again threatening children’s lives. Six years ago, at least 100,000 children died from famine because…
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Finding the Right Glassware for Cinco de Mayo
If you’re planning to celebrate Cinco de Mayo this year, consider enlivening your festivities by including beautiful handcrafted glassware from Mexico. Why do People…
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The Importance of Safe, Clean Water
Children without access to clean water are more likely to die in infancy and childhood. Infants and children are vulnerable to bacteria that can…
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Birthstone Jewelry Guide for Valentine’s Day Gifts and Beyond.
Finding the right gift is a challenge for birthdays and anniversaries, but don’t’ forget about Valentine’s Day. It’s just around the corner! While you…
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Artisan Profile: Zeny and Reyna – Mexican Folk Art Wood Carvings
Zeny Fuentes and Reyna Piña, are from a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico. These talented artisans come from families dedicated to carving and painting wood…
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Artisan Profile: Walter Acosta
Walter Jose Acosta creates beautiful replicas of archaeological items from the many cultures of Ancient Peru. His process involves an aging technique so effective…
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Artisan Profile: Rita Addo Zakour
Rita Addo Zakour is an artist from Ghana in West Africa who creates a variety of beautiful handcrafted pieces. “I design jewelry, masks, sculpture,…
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Refugee Olympic Team Will Compete in the Olympic Games
The Olympics begin tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro, and ten athletes who fled their countries and their homes will be competing in the games….
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Artisan Profile: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Zandra learned from her husband about creating jewelry. “I was encouraged to learn because I knew this will provide a better life to my…
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