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The things small businesses deliver that big businesses can’t

Posted by Rose on 27th Sep 2022

From superb, personalized service to the wisdom of local knowledge, these are the ways small businesses flourish as part of the American economy Swallowtail Top in Green Tea over an Angl … read more

Buying local: what that means when it comes to clothes.

Posted by Rose on 6th Oct 2021

Choosing locally made and artisan-made clothes not only boosts your local economy, it also expands your apparel shopping options. Most of us are sold on buying local, knowing that it helps our … read more

Locally made clothing embodies the principles of sustainability

Posted by Rose on 8th Jan 2021

Here are five brilliant reasons to shop local. One of the more positive aspects of living through a pandemic has been the renewed focus on local business. It’s true that a lot of that focus has be … read more

Artisan-made sustainable fashion gift ideas

Posted by Rose on 4th Dec 2020

An artisanal gift offers an extra measure of love during disturbing times. Check out Sympatico’s gift page for inspiration whether you’re shopping for a present or sharing your personal wish lis … read more

With a little help for my friends: home-based artisans

Posted by Rose on 7th Apr 2020

Shopping sustainably from home-based artisans Update as of Feb 15, 2024: Marcella is making silks but only offering them at a market currently and Pop Pop has retired. As we settle into new rout … read more

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