tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91926230498253597562024-03-23T03:15:36.786-07:00Dunitz & CompanyNancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comBlogger257125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-43671220806627871322024-03-13T10:53:00.000-07:002024-03-14T09:28:10.952-07:00Women's History Month: Nancy Dunitz is Interviewed by Fair Trade Winds<p>I was honored to be interviewed recently by <a href="https://www.fairtradewinds.net/always-innovating-and-always-fair/">Fair Trade Winds</a>. Evidently every March, to commemorate Women's History Month, they choose to feature women on their blog who lead the way in the fair trade world. This year's theme is #InspireInclusion and for that they chose to highlight <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> and have a chat with me. With their permission, I am reposting the interview here.</p><p><span style="color: #666666;"><i><b>FTW</b>: When did you begin your company, and what inspired you to get your start? How as it grown since then?</i></span></p><p><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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good corporate gig, where I was not happy back in 1989. I was already a
seasoned traveler, loved learning about other’s crafts and have always been a
bit of an artist myself.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>At the time I
didn’t know if I might start a retail or wholesale business. And while I was
exploring what I might do and how to do it, I went to Guatemala which was
relatively close to home. I managed a few trips there while I was still working
corporate. I was young and innocent and had not processed that Guatemala was in
the midst of civil war and not entirely the safest place to be traipsing
around. I could write a book about all this, for sure. What I found were so
many struggling artists without opportunity. I had absolutely no idea what I
was doing, but I just jumped in. I knew there had to be a market for the
beautiful work I discovered there.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In the
beginning my product mix was quite diverse. I offered textiles, pillows,
glassware, wood products, traditional painted boxes, you name it. Back in 1989,
“fair trade” wasn’t even a concept people were familiar with. One thing I can
say about me is I’ve always lived by the golden rule, do unto others as you
would have them do unto you. I mean Fair Trade Federation wasn’t even founded
until 1994, and it’s not overnight that consumers have a light bulb go off.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I knew other wholesalers at the time who
browbeat artisans for the lowest possible prices which I’m certain were below
what would have ever been remotely fair.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I think it was always in my nature to listen and be fair.<p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle">To be honest, it took a handful of years
before I think I really made a difference. Buying some goods at what seemed a
fair price from this family or that artist in the beginning was really just a bandaid
for those artists. I was living on borrowed money and personal savings
myself.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It wasn’t until I specialized in
only offering jewelry did my business grow.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>That’s when I was able to provide consistent work for a group of
artisans, mostly women. Beaded jewelry is not indigenous to Guatemala. Back in
the early 90’s, I collaborated with (<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">separately</i>)
two<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>women who had moved to Guatemala
from elsewhere and taught Mayan woman to bead.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>(<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Sadly one of those women passed
away last week.</i>) Together we collaborated on jewelry designs which I
successfully wholesaled in the USA. I was one of a very few companies offering
seed bead jewelry and the business took off.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Since many of the artisans were used to creating wonderful embroidery and woven textiles, beading
jewelry was a natural thing to do.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span style="color: #666666;"><i><b>FTW</b>: What's the workplace like and what is a typical daily schedule? Do artisans work from home or collaborate together in a workshop? </i></span><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"><b>NANCY</b>: You have to understand I’ve been at this for
a very long time. In the very beginning a small group of artisans used to work
at a table at the homes of the women that first taught them how to make
beadwork. Then there were workshops with several tables. The women would bring
their lunches and snacks and giggle all day with one another while they worked.
Whenever I was working with them, we’d collaborate and experiment making all
sorts of designs. Thankfully many of our designs were successful. Trust me, I
offered a lot of new designs I loved that totally flopped at the trade shows.
Sometimes they flopped because they cost too much to make. Sometimes they just
weren’t loved as much as I loved them.</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle">You asked if artisans work from home? There
always were women who worked at home if they had children or had to care for
elderly parents. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They’d come to the
workshop every few days to collect beads and string, and return the following
week to deliver the work they’d made.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>For our beaded jewelry, all of the artisans currently work from home.
Other than having a hub, there is no longer a bead workshop. <br /></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle">Over the years our world changed. Guatemala
became more politically stable and people felt more comfortable traveling there
and starting businesses. We had office managers that stole materials and left
and set up their own workshops. When one of the women I worked with (<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">who taught women how to bead</i>) had a
small retail shop in Guatemala, the manager of that shop who had been taught to
bead by us, would send customers to her son, who was managing a workshop they
had started on the Q.T.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The women that
had been taught by us, were now teaching others how to bead. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With increased demand for beadwork, our
designs were <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>popping up in street stalls
everywhere. Sadly, most of what you find on the street is sold very inexpensively.
Over the years, this growing competition made it impossible for me to survive
solely on our bead business. One thing I can say is since we always focus on
creating new designs, we’re almost always a step ahead. For wholesale, many
stores (definitely not all stores) are willing to pay more for original work,
work where they also know the artisans earn living wages. </p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnLUl6z3XzEPimNNZR27X7xGxwvoT_6L18NIIUpGT5HnPX4V3lZWQEWYtTnKD1dnp_-dAQ6APO9eP3bEkOnUNk9q7Ac956fZV2I6coOyQwV64hGAGyrAgq8rI-KWAcEu4luESTmQECYASk6tS2cFl3U9dSvxTfi17YyTDEOJ7Jqt70XrgtWlHawdt9dlc/s1256/Nancy%20and%20Rosa%20working%20on%20Glass%20designs.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1256" data-original-width="960" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnLUl6z3XzEPimNNZR27X7xGxwvoT_6L18NIIUpGT5HnPX4V3lZWQEWYtTnKD1dnp_-dAQ6APO9eP3bEkOnUNk9q7Ac956fZV2I6coOyQwV64hGAGyrAgq8rI-KWAcEu4luESTmQECYASk6tS2cFl3U9dSvxTfi17YyTDEOJ7Jqt70XrgtWlHawdt9dlc/w153-h200/Nancy%20and%20Rosa%20working%20on%20Glass%20designs.jpg" width="153" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Nancy & Rosa<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><br />In 2011, I forged a new relationship with a
Guatemalan woman I met who was beautifully making glass jewelry. Originally it was
a bit garish for my taste, and the colors sometimes a bit quirky. Together we
simplified designs, removed cheap Chinese findings that could be bought in
Guatemala and followed fashion trends to create color combinations that would
appeal to those wearing it here in the US. We’ve also recently launched a
ceramic jewelry collection. And with her<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>husband, we’ve developed our laser cut jewelry which includes our famous
painting earrings. A small group of artists come to work every day and work
together to make these designs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><span style="color: #666666;"><i><b>FTW</b>: The theme this year for International Women's Day is 'inspire inclusion.' How are women artisans supported and made to feel empowered and part of the team? What positive changes have you seen in the communities where the artisans work and live?</i></span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"><b>NANCY</b>: There is no question in my mind that working
within our communities, workers have been able to consistently learn new
techniques while being able to pay school fees for their children and live
proud lives. What is better? Doing janitorial work, which is what some of our
artists used to do? Or learning to make jewelry and then train new artisans to
make it too?</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast">I might also like to add, that when you meet
the artisans that make Dunitz & Company jewelry, you can feel good that
they are treated with the respect and paid the fees they deserve. We don’t run
an “under the table” business as many workshops do. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I remember some years ago, another Fair Trade
Federation member asked if she could visit our bead workshop. I made the
arrangements. She spent a lot of time there taking photos and observing the
women working.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What did she find? She
found a happy place where women were wearing their beautiful traditional
clothing. What did she share on social media when she returned to the States?
Photos from other workshops she visited where the women seemed a bit more sad
and their clothing a bit worn out. I can only guess she thought tearing at
customer heart strings might bring in more business. To me that isn’t want fair
trade is about.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span style="color: #666666;"><i><b>FTW</b>: What advice would you give girls who are interested in getting involved in causes they are passionate about?</i></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph"><b>NANCY</b>: I know you’ve heard this before. I say follow your
heart. And if you never try, you’ll never know.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I didn’t have a clue what I was doing when I first started Dunitz &
Company. Be a bit stubborn and be determined. And be flexible. Nothing is as
how you first guessed it. You have to be willing to make changes along the
journey.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What is most rewarding to me is
leading by example. I know I’ve been instrumental in changing so many lives in
Guatemala. But, I know I’ve changed lives here at home too. At least two women
I knew from my corporate days, who watched me quit a fast-track corporate job
to start my own business told me years later that I was their inspiration to
start their own businesses.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I had an
employee for a few years, a single mother who told me it was my perseverance
that convinced her she could go back to school and finish a nursing degree. And
she did. What could make you feel better than that?</p><p class="MsoListParagraph"><span style="color: #666666;">--end of interview--</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph">Again, I'm so appreciative <a href="https://www.fairtradewinds.net/always-innovating-and-always-fair/">Fair Trade Winds</a> asked to interview me. I rarely "talk" about my fair trade business. I'm most often on auto-pilot packing orders, getting orders made, collaborating with artisans, answering emails, taking product photos, updating our websites and walking dogs :). Did I mention that Fair Trade Winds sells our designs in their Boulder, Seattle and Bar Harbor stores? They also sell many of our designs on their website.</p><p class="MsoListParagraph">Thank you for reading and supporting <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a>. <b>You definitely make a difference</b>. -ND <br /></p>
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Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-68920797346488258122024-02-16T13:39:00.000-08:002024-02-16T13:41:28.342-08:00Reminiscing About Our First Mascot, Byron<p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6lMd3Gz_cY5rn46zfP6346yk-hnIbxUJKbKYotqh4Nver26_NfFSbveZPKZcgTS8pl1phf0zpa3_Ls7RRJynKYhYcS-6iNEQPuOI3sSvT4l6DIGQCdmj4W1neVNUa-y2_my7T7K6p1bNBTrDNAJYAB2fv3tmpLEYYjJ_rvgUxcoXXf2fu2ODe5d3Ei6Q/s2310/Nancy%20and%20Byron.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="A woman with her brown dog" border="0" data-original-height="2310" data-original-width="2310" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6lMd3Gz_cY5rn46zfP6346yk-hnIbxUJKbKYotqh4Nver26_NfFSbveZPKZcgTS8pl1phf0zpa3_Ls7RRJynKYhYcS-6iNEQPuOI3sSvT4l6DIGQCdmj4W1neVNUa-y2_my7T7K6p1bNBTrDNAJYAB2fv3tmpLEYYjJ_rvgUxcoXXf2fu2ODe5d3Ei6Q/w200-h200/Nancy%20and%20Byron.jpg" title="Byron and Nancy" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Byron and Me<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> has had several mascots since we first started our business. Byron was our first. My sweet Vizla - Weimaraner Mix was the light of my life for over 15 years. Can you believe it? Byron was not a rescue. My mom purchased him for me for $100.00 from a "backyard breeder" who was a friend of a friend. The year was 1995. We knew the dog parents. It was before I was aware of dog overpopulation and overcrowded shelters having to regularly euthanize them. What I do remember is my mom's voice when I thought I might not be able to care for a dog, "JUST PICK ONE OUT!" She was right. Byron brought me so much joy.<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNDpdo83l4cu_r16pKLjpBuCDVNe_0UM9Aw3ATX2RrpbT2-C68hNn39znDtjBThnvKphXaSRNOAhCzgsRPKtbwJ1O4OyR4mvJgZe4EUIByq0KJ1a2BkdcOl2KiAnjOJ8tzpT6L8-dUmZ75LGwuQeIZL2RcGLETaY05t1TeqzaWaDaXPZ_zlhBmSs3euXs/s2448/Byron%20Puppy%20Photo.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2448" data-original-width="2448" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNDpdo83l4cu_r16pKLjpBuCDVNe_0UM9Aw3ATX2RrpbT2-C68hNn39znDtjBThnvKphXaSRNOAhCzgsRPKtbwJ1O4OyR4mvJgZe4EUIByq0KJ1a2BkdcOl2KiAnjOJ8tzpT6L8-dUmZ75LGwuQeIZL2RcGLETaY05t1TeqzaWaDaXPZ_zlhBmSs3euXs/w200-h200/Byron%20Puppy%20Photo.jpg" title="A brown puppy" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cutest Puppy EVER!</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Byron was only 7-1/2 weeks when I brought him home. And he was a little terror. I caught this photo of him <i>(my favorite puppy pic)</i> when he jumped up into this planter. Not long after that he shredded the entire plant to smithereens. My neighbors teased that his name must be "Bad Dog, NO!" He was so adventurous and super high energy. Most dog people said he was lucky to have me because most people would not have put up with his activity needs. We spent a lot of time at dog parks, hiking and running stairs at the Hollywood Bowl. He was the best kisser. One kiss meant a face wash because that dog had the largest tongue ever.<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIV3uOFDt9qC79-GPUPPKvKbp-xXStHPe6khX8QBPPzYxWckMGG6HlsHfrVm78hAtIwzHSjIgHe0yyRq5CnBVTCig_JW77494xbzgoN8CCrHEWoqTzTeZnb67rxy68sFkwMzFAS9meKRtbu6nS12X3dbsSOpSQWjfayMEfDcSOBE7Yofeh8DhAy6qCawY/s999/Byron%20in%20Eye%20Leash.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="A Brown dog wearing eyeglasses and beaded eye leash" border="0" data-original-height="724" data-original-width="999" height="145" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIV3uOFDt9qC79-GPUPPKvKbp-xXStHPe6khX8QBPPzYxWckMGG6HlsHfrVm78hAtIwzHSjIgHe0yyRq5CnBVTCig_JW77494xbzgoN8CCrHEWoqTzTeZnb67rxy68sFkwMzFAS9meKRtbu6nS12X3dbsSOpSQWjfayMEfDcSOBE7Yofeh8DhAy6qCawY/w200-h145/Byron%20in%20Eye%20Leash.jpg" title="Byron in Eyeglasses" width="200" /></a></div>But, alas, this is a post attached to my <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">fair trade jewelry</a> business. For that reason, I'm going to share a bunch of photos of him wearing beaded jewelry. It had been a good year and I decided to hire an amazing photographer, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cantrellphoto">Amy Cantrell</a> to take an amazing collection of photos I enlarged and shared in my trade show booths for a few years. <i>(I remember when I stopped showing them, my customers would sheepishly as if he was OK and still living.)</i> For the purpose of this blog, I actually took snapshots of the posters. That means they're not quite as crisp as if they were 1st generation. Just the same, I know you'll love seeing them. I sure have enjoyed reminiscing. This pic with the glasses is one of the funniest. And I'm surprised we ever "got it" because he kept tossing them off his face.<p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6n_YLca8M9CiYVn9qGFAehjshm84suR8uRN3YWremlYHHuktPSUcIUYlTEzHbS7JD5L-hfqTmBvjM_mgO7ZyYrtEe7tkKrUsjsrAMV8KUNmYMGwzKnwpAfXV0GK2x1l2HkWSlc7sf_nfi5XX0TS3dkR366-Wq28pfYQ8XkWGWKZ9orZH-_gXb7Q5ff90/s1453/Byron%20in%20Bib%20Necklace%20and%20Promo%20Pin.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1453" data-original-width="1196" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6n_YLca8M9CiYVn9qGFAehjshm84suR8uRN3YWremlYHHuktPSUcIUYlTEzHbS7JD5L-hfqTmBvjM_mgO7ZyYrtEe7tkKrUsjsrAMV8KUNmYMGwzKnwpAfXV0GK2x1l2HkWSlc7sf_nfi5XX0TS3dkR366-Wq28pfYQ8XkWGWKZ9orZH-_gXb7Q5ff90/w164-h200/Byron%20in%20Bib%20Necklace%20and%20Promo%20Pin.jpg" width="164" /></a></div>The 'blue necklace' photo showed off Byron's absolute beauty and those enviable ears the best. I liked the photo so much, I 'pissed away' $$ on pins I gave out to my customers. It was good for a few laughs.<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCA9rzTbkUVgLGe0KW3RO-ryQjTLXCe6xjpbJ8KWig1VR4qlxkLagN6-xk2ouggYPf_h_W8hCQ_8MmpchJpPoBERXvOulf5sYHfekydGpm5lD8tBQm95CnVK4YA1DXdJdJwvKByT9jf96Onbx64GeLC2KUVsrd18lxULh7pBlK6Is1HqxkAdYyTeuYtxc/s1200/Byron%20in%20Rainbow.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Brown Dog wearing rainbow bead jewelry" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="799" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCA9rzTbkUVgLGe0KW3RO-ryQjTLXCe6xjpbJ8KWig1VR4qlxkLagN6-xk2ouggYPf_h_W8hCQ_8MmpchJpPoBERXvOulf5sYHfekydGpm5lD8tBQm95CnVK4YA1DXdJdJwvKByT9jf96Onbx64GeLC2KUVsrd18lxULh7pBlK6Is1HqxkAdYyTeuYtxc/w133-h200/Byron%20in%20Rainbow.jpg" title="Byron Wearing Rainbow Jewelry" width="133" /></a></div><p></p><p>Here are the other photos I hung up in the trade show booth. Byron in
"rainbow", Byron in "turquoise", Byron in Swarovski crystal necklaces.
My boy looked so stunning in all of our jewelry designs.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIDmsPjQ9b3FJZCQxikNqa93Klj1lCabLrYWzV53pFOK7IRoxnIogAnyIvTogHtU2j7E6KN-ZjCZvMZkhgdzbOgbkKA1QBw0GkdMW69G1Yms5Bfhnh8qLHCL2HWvGg3dZt0WQ-P-LSawqqtylg2TrimIp4lthFv7Xb2lxuAucf58m9TQfO1sJck8GkcIo/s1180/Byron%20in%20Web%20Necklace.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1180" data-original-width="908" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIDmsPjQ9b3FJZCQxikNqa93Klj1lCabLrYWzV53pFOK7IRoxnIogAnyIvTogHtU2j7E6KN-ZjCZvMZkhgdzbOgbkKA1QBw0GkdMW69G1Yms5Bfhnh8qLHCL2HWvGg3dZt0WQ-P-LSawqqtylg2TrimIp4lthFv7Xb2lxuAucf58m9TQfO1sJck8GkcIo/w154-h200/Byron%20in%20Web%20Necklace.jpg" title="Byron models a bib necklace" width="154" /></a></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Brown Dog wearing crystal bead choker necklace" border="0" data-original-height="1316" data-original-width="935" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTe5xJHHRBkdIaAxvca7X4-T3WCPfQkrR8x6ujhZa44dyb46AgHKjU-1VH5_tRCZqF_40xUKhmqgPN1cK2BCb8LBffMyer0I-YRSoAGOzQqswGQMIS-xhm1f4s4dzyYQL-rP-zdRYX7Zk7XIll-nymVnJgoMqvm_vrLFMUjaXizTKP5XXv9ieWI1noANg/w142-h200/Byron%20in%20Web%20Crystal%20Choker.jpg" title="Byron Wearing Choker Necklace" width="142" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYjF-2FmLbJbdM4Hmn_0oGo09PIzn6VcA-b9PFire2Q1ESmP6eEhUJVtUvZW2pUAWIqqFZPm6J0012YuIc02iLEveFuSGqmG3S42FgyriN50wRRw1AEKWyEVdmz12uoka9B7RP-UN3qwNsSP9bKD7vfh2Z7U_gb5F6baxXk3Htjk6DTfGsSmnZiLgu2Nw/s864/Byron%20Sloppy%20Kisses.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="628" data-original-width="864" height="146" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYjF-2FmLbJbdM4Hmn_0oGo09PIzn6VcA-b9PFire2Q1ESmP6eEhUJVtUvZW2pUAWIqqFZPm6J0012YuIc02iLEveFuSGqmG3S42FgyriN50wRRw1AEKWyEVdmz12uoka9B7RP-UN3qwNsSP9bKD7vfh2Z7U_gb5F6baxXk3Htjk6DTfGsSmnZiLgu2Nw/w200-h146/Byron%20Sloppy%20Kisses.jpg" title="Byron Kisses Nancy" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A HUGE kiss for Nancy</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Amy sneaked in this one on photo shoot day!<br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiq6mhTBaEE7Jj3ErvaD-fNTjVBTQtzS8_5aRjhfJuVtpPd0KWTYKKzXnsmxMjH0i6AY3MZIuqQU4GbPeD6gvuG5kTQWK7XItnjQmdVH16IW9i9ZFqlJoyZ-IsTSwIE8rhCocbHOcHtgo65yo20e7Zc1rhl320iJEEEibQHspFQTwdhpp1K_M6lAE3XT0/s1280/Byron%20Featured%20%20in%20Color%20Answer%20Book%202003.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1280" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiq6mhTBaEE7Jj3ErvaD-fNTjVBTQtzS8_5aRjhfJuVtpPd0KWTYKKzXnsmxMjH0i6AY3MZIuqQU4GbPeD6gvuG5kTQWK7XItnjQmdVH16IW9i9ZFqlJoyZ-IsTSwIE8rhCocbHOcHtgo65yo20e7Zc1rhl320iJEEEibQHspFQTwdhpp1K_M6lAE3XT0/w200-h200/Byron%20Featured%20%20in%20Color%20Answer%20Book%202003.jpg" title="A Book featuring Dog wearing Beaded Dog Collar" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Color Answer Book<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>In the early 2000's, I collaborated with artisans in South India to bring beautiful beaded dog collars to doting dog parents in the USA. Sadly, the project didn't last. However, Byron the model is featured in perpetuity in "The Color Answer Book" by renowned color specialist, Leatrice Eiseman. Eiseman is the Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute. She saw this photo in our New York trade show booth and asked if she could use in her then upcoming book. The book was released in 2003. The photograph was taken by me. <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg6TLJS5MCtUJCaP811VKjtdTziVnRjprdu8_dyrgEJz_5A-Vz0Pd5c137WNnkWEa4f1MI-jvEDUXfgHxcm7WoCytXQGGC3f0yMDBWoEn8iou1DLB08BDdUeJLlvBPRZo_RXerPFv9aHdADwiSSxGSUT1Mrm3VB-BPbOHqCT4Q-pK9_gsHYxw7oKlbmuw/s517/Byron%20Holiday%202007.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="517" data-original-width="371" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg6TLJS5MCtUJCaP811VKjtdTziVnRjprdu8_dyrgEJz_5A-Vz0Pd5c137WNnkWEa4f1MI-jvEDUXfgHxcm7WoCytXQGGC3f0yMDBWoEn8iou1DLB08BDdUeJLlvBPRZo_RXerPFv9aHdADwiSSxGSUT1Mrm3VB-BPbOHqCT4Q-pK9_gsHYxw7oKlbmuw/w144-h200/Byron%20Holiday%202007.jpg" title="Byron with Snowman" width="144" /></a></div>Byron life ended before the Facebook and Instagram craze. Toward the end of his years, Facebook was catching on. Digital cameras were the norm. And print film was a thing of the past. We actually mailed out paper holiday cards with Byron's image several times. With Photoshop artistry we offered up some fun ones. And later on, we posted a few to Facebook when social media was gaining traction and we didn't want to purchase sooooo many stamps. How can we not share some of those fun images?<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj11uxegFTvxATRRJZ1FR-GdllxOfcnNSWJIhqdh96_XmSXH89Ng-G5LbYd-zuSZy_13_AUSw3xfqeJiHRethkPXHdtklpU1wlzKVio6Ml4Ss8LO136edtBrKzUS0lg4SaWkf0fStIZ-FbGM0Nmfvz3KswejObhIIxDOxuB8j_h0TISYvOhs8tgzCKF4_s/s800/Byron%20and%20Holiday%20Elf.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj11uxegFTvxATRRJZ1FR-GdllxOfcnNSWJIhqdh96_XmSXH89Ng-G5LbYd-zuSZy_13_AUSw3xfqeJiHRethkPXHdtklpU1wlzKVio6Ml4Ss8LO136edtBrKzUS0lg4SaWkf0fStIZ-FbGM0Nmfvz3KswejObhIIxDOxuB8j_h0TISYvOhs8tgzCKF4_s/w200-h150/Byron%20and%20Holiday%20Elf.jpg" title="Byron and an Elf" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6EUoEyGIuUMZtqUCF6ITJ11ckSDY5iAdlSe5Wf8YojiNsYzBz0BsWFrtauCLgy4uJrVsAe2tfj6ipAD7wguH-XwQZybnae-wLn67Ob30Bt52XlcAa5cgUi1r3Kb0z8vVxBbGWorM87a6bjpJ0eS1mD9gtYsw7P0k-5ldODfMRqxtXXLipxUkC7Ab03-s/s2160/Byron%20Holiday%202008.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1568" data-original-width="2160" height="145" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6EUoEyGIuUMZtqUCF6ITJ11ckSDY5iAdlSe5Wf8YojiNsYzBz0BsWFrtauCLgy4uJrVsAe2tfj6ipAD7wguH-XwQZybnae-wLn67Ob30Bt52XlcAa5cgUi1r3Kb0z8vVxBbGWorM87a6bjpJ0eS1mD9gtYsw7P0k-5ldODfMRqxtXXLipxUkC7Ab03-s/w200-h145/Byron%20Holiday%202008.jpg" title="Byron dreams of dog cookies in winter" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJjVlPkMuj-lEJO1y-gTgQFYvdcLEbhQpuFQapoxCYdup_iDE4fteGfhBW8OoAMjXgiAZ2DkR57Pbl8vkTBT6lUHcfkhJKsHgggSj7OeJMc4WK_fgKAxPIZeG2EDP0i7TvrrfbbfwHd7En5thKAshQ5a0IPNxszIqOWDsRwYqssRZNgsBCK_xC-gVSKLw/s480/Byron%20Holiday%202010.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJjVlPkMuj-lEJO1y-gTgQFYvdcLEbhQpuFQapoxCYdup_iDE4fteGfhBW8OoAMjXgiAZ2DkR57Pbl8vkTBT6lUHcfkhJKsHgggSj7OeJMc4WK_fgKAxPIZeG2EDP0i7TvrrfbbfwHd7En5thKAshQ5a0IPNxszIqOWDsRwYqssRZNgsBCK_xC-gVSKLw/w200-h150/Byron%20Holiday%202010.jpg" title="Byron admires Holiday Lights" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ8fF9Yw3BuOusA4zTZyGWDXFYxA9p56LrPFmW4P1_SOP16-I_HOz6aAt8X1xzx7c42lnrjNBnr80ahJ-kWpIxls8OlIRDhma94XG0O224sD-IFWadXr27K7u-EYKj_ct-ZAcvNRYptRcOEdVVpO-QZ5V78DQ3N7KbB9vmGbMeTPNu6EiNLyyZzrM8KLs/s2175/Byron%20Sees%20Santa.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1547" data-original-width="2175" height="143" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ8fF9Yw3BuOusA4zTZyGWDXFYxA9p56LrPFmW4P1_SOP16-I_HOz6aAt8X1xzx7c42lnrjNBnr80ahJ-kWpIxls8OlIRDhma94XG0O224sD-IFWadXr27K7u-EYKj_ct-ZAcvNRYptRcOEdVVpO-QZ5V78DQ3N7KbB9vmGbMeTPNu6EiNLyyZzrM8KLs/w200-h143/Byron%20Sees%20Santa.jpg" title="Santa waves to Byron" width="200" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiy0UCcsty3yTOvNzfP6Yb_PTVF2XECIzD2EOwuAdvlQyHqVRICQjTb-LlRELdUkWrvMSmCducpMEiP39eQCxLaam8BrmL7V1831Jj_7l0dfYG9uRRSQcddB1fEyyiBcZOApIKwHJhv8doy_cxLJNiWrHODYQDBYZnSQ9PqXUVqOCgFe9NbLnPlkChyHU/s360/Byron%20Kisses%20UPS%20Driver.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="270" data-original-width="360" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiy0UCcsty3yTOvNzfP6Yb_PTVF2XECIzD2EOwuAdvlQyHqVRICQjTb-LlRELdUkWrvMSmCducpMEiP39eQCxLaam8BrmL7V1831Jj_7l0dfYG9uRRSQcddB1fEyyiBcZOApIKwHJhv8doy_cxLJNiWrHODYQDBYZnSQ9PqXUVqOCgFe9NbLnPlkChyHU/w200-h150/Byron%20Kisses%20UPS%20Driver.jpg" title="Byron kisses UPS Man" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A Big Kiss for UPS man<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>My parting thought is to speak to Byron's loving disposition. That dog wouldn't have hurt a flea. <i>(Although sometimes the fleas would bug him.)</i> He's the only dog, so I was told, that our vet would allow near his infant son. Byron wanted to play with every dog or human he met. And if allowed, he had a kiss for everyone. At <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a>, that happened daily with our UPS driver. -ND<p></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-62375461952279552172024-01-15T15:08:00.000-08:002024-01-15T15:08:42.406-08:00More Portrait Drawings & Fair Trade Jewelry<p>It dawned on me it's been over a year since I share some of my drawings and how I also use them for <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> social. Here are some of my drawings from 2023 with <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">Dunitz fair trade jewelry</a> added. Aah, the joys of Photoshop. Perhaps if you follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shopdunitz/">Instagram</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dunitz">Facebook</a>, you've seen some of them. As I went through my files to share these images here, I am reminded how much I've been drawing. It really feeds my soul. 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text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div> <p></p><p>OMG - Even I'm amazed at the volume of drawing I've created. And I've actually edited for the purpose of this blog post.</p><p>I like posting my drawings with jewelry for <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> social. But, just today, I asked myself what's next? I'm thinking my next series of drawing will focus on people head to toe. Not necessarily nudes, which I think is what typically comes to mind. Perhaps I'll draw women in fashionable outfits. Then I can suggest what <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">Dunitz designs</a> they should be paired with. Stay tuned. Will you? -ND<br /></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-35048023848311364312023-12-02T11:46:00.000-08:002023-12-02T11:46:32.593-08:00DIY - Updating An Old Coat Rack<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLv22j92va6DCqyFs5ob4tgXPd9ROL5dq08XUt7EI72inWGE0cCaMKhN76-z1nh6KqTuEPggJ_31S5jb_c-nyz7v0ONrlDRvmOmihGYx2w-yQJDsgwct7gp4ZBICggZXu8IjYlZ7dpKeIvEmgn9x5Kp4TYQjXcFG5vaGeBcsDyUTCljF7qbsweMltvjgM/s3024/Side%20of%20Office%20House%20with%20Arrow.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLv22j92va6DCqyFs5ob4tgXPd9ROL5dq08XUt7EI72inWGE0cCaMKhN76-z1nh6KqTuEPggJ_31S5jb_c-nyz7v0ONrlDRvmOmihGYx2w-yQJDsgwct7gp4ZBICggZXu8IjYlZ7dpKeIvEmgn9x5Kp4TYQjXcFG5vaGeBcsDyUTCljF7qbsweMltvjgM/s320/Side%20of%20Office%20House%20with%20Arrow.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>If you read my last blog post, I wrote a tribute to my friend and long time <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> office landlord. LQ Jones was our landlord for 24 years. He lived downstairs. And our offices were at street level. We brought our dog or dogs to work every day all that time. That translates into a lot of walks in the neighborhood. Every day when we returned to our office, we'd get a view into LQ's residence. And if you check out the red arrow, this is where we saw his coat stand which was next to his desk. What always amused me the most was hanging from this coat stand was a pink and white cowboy hat. That always put a smile on my face. I'm sure this hat was <b><i>never</i></b> worn by him! And I never asked him the origin of it. <i>(I'm sorry I never did.)</i><p></p><p><i> </i></p><p><i> </i></p><p>LQ (McQueen to us) passed in 2022. It took a while for his kids to get the building sold. And when they entered escrow, I was given notice to vacate. What wasn't acceptable for charitable donation, was being discarded, both by us and LQ's family.<i> Charitable organizations will not accept many types of furniture including desks or any pieces that are NOT in perfect condition. </i>What did I do? I asked if I could have that coat stand. <i>(Yes, of course, it's yours!)</i></p><p></p><p><i></i></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHd5JlckEm7FxAqrBduklXns5wgtWZFCSprpo4Fer0r815R2Jb1zw1p0JtNu5uyvdLchNkebBNTWF6SSXk2m2z2ptzt9_mMQLHLIgSiX_8AxABLNw7neht75CZCqfmBTPNsn71-7sGwopG2cmBZhWpRMXCUu8Cads8xbCMDiGt8bUImngPr-6LxTirvRA/s640/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%20top%20to%20bottom.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHd5JlckEm7FxAqrBduklXns5wgtWZFCSprpo4Fer0r815R2Jb1zw1p0JtNu5uyvdLchNkebBNTWF6SSXk2m2z2ptzt9_mMQLHLIgSiX_8AxABLNw7neht75CZCqfmBTPNsn71-7sGwopG2cmBZhWpRMXCUu8Cads8xbCMDiGt8bUImngPr-6LxTirvRA/w150-h200/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%20top%20to%20bottom.jpg" width="150" /></a></div>Obviously I had never examined this coat rack up close. If I had, I probably wouldn't have asked for it. When it was delivered to me by LQ's son, I discovered a old piece that was very charming, but also in very bad shape. The stand was discolored from fading and peeling, unstable and had some minor water damage. After assessing the piece, I knew there was no way I could restore it to its original mahogany finish.<i> (I discovered it was originally mahogany when I completely took it apart. The areas never exposed to sunlight revealed this.)</i> Those round circles, I thought those were metal. Nope. They are hard plastic and when I rec'd the piece they were flaking and spreading strange dust everywhere. <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr2_Ct0NfLjsnZtlidSgS3gtpzuw1ftYO9dXsCtSyiaqvvZdgXG80aaFVtlHm6y0fzVXjbK0cztxLtuf-Lcfo18cQNvzT0oj2HCXpDo7OYdpnLg9VfU7SEe5HSDH9Y8NB9ELKNqp4fBREltxKMpvOUL8rOIg3MzQ6pJbCdjeh89aC97rFmqrGC0DKDaKY/s3024/Paint%20and%20Sanding%20Materials.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr2_Ct0NfLjsnZtlidSgS3gtpzuw1ftYO9dXsCtSyiaqvvZdgXG80aaFVtlHm6y0fzVXjbK0cztxLtuf-Lcfo18cQNvzT0oj2HCXpDo7OYdpnLg9VfU7SEe5HSDH9Y8NB9ELKNqp4fBREltxKMpvOUL8rOIg3MzQ6pJbCdjeh89aC97rFmqrGC0DKDaKY/w200-h200/Paint%20and%20Sanding%20Materials.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>A bit of hip shooting and I got to work. I intuitively knew the coat rack needed to be completely disassembled. It needed a lot of sanding. My gut told me after prep work, spray paint would be my best and easiest option for restoring this old piece to a new glory. I already owned steel wool and sandpaper. And a trip to Home Depot resulted in purchases of dark green satin paint and antique bronze paint.<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2bs5xTjjgJhhc5VcHaRYCUWyYUJ70c4pKuKlo5Ne14wLlVfcV553uOP0PPbFH9fWwt5TklcK0R2gTtRl2I_9P-4UZ8dENxSOITFf7aDu2z00eCfUM8K4U151pD7ggyn24OqbaMqVX9qh1kLKDeGJAtRd4NJv4TitEye_BQHZnlc2gdpKZMllkHjxr6QM/s640/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%201.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2bs5xTjjgJhhc5VcHaRYCUWyYUJ70c4pKuKlo5Ne14wLlVfcV553uOP0PPbFH9fWwt5TklcK0R2gTtRl2I_9P-4UZ8dENxSOITFf7aDu2z00eCfUM8K4U151pD7ggyn24OqbaMqVX9qh1kLKDeGJAtRd4NJv4TitEye_BQHZnlc2gdpKZMllkHjxr6QM/w150-h200/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%201.jpg" width="150" /></a></div>The restoration work took place in my driveway. I spread out old sheets and cardboard. Did
I take a photo of everything as I was doing the work? No. Of course not. But my neighbors
all stopped to ask what I was doing. "That's a big project." "That's a
nice color." All those comments definitely correct. Here are more before
pics.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVby09Ibw9PCq_DlUgbl8f-put4Jj9jlHLPFdAuCqd8gemcRN2eyzrqy5nMklFpkWs2qrgH8JrjWeg2p53TV8nCR8LGZOqcKMzzllhVcODBd_C8_6NsnD6qyglhnT5DURsuDXuE0xFti7NLOJl_IwvoFX-P_lCYW-2QNiEO5tb0MHsS3bGQXKWZvu0LCU/s640/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%202.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVby09Ibw9PCq_DlUgbl8f-put4Jj9jlHLPFdAuCqd8gemcRN2eyzrqy5nMklFpkWs2qrgH8JrjWeg2p53TV8nCR8LGZOqcKMzzllhVcODBd_C8_6NsnD6qyglhnT5DURsuDXuE0xFti7NLOJl_IwvoFX-P_lCYW-2QNiEO5tb0MHsS3bGQXKWZvu0LCU/w150-h200/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%202.jpg" width="150" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGq5dQB33V2YFuHPzpARbPl8pHBBptasP_05ZPgT2tOuWzNwvTd8hIS2F-2PTFxM8tAgRclsTghBZc8yqmtuKmKMnOlHD5GKJstW-8m62Kv6WyYUQUtljMkZ-fhSiWkU4zTk-rI5ezpa9gxdgeyCy1hcb8lK5rAHrGK1DJAtObK40ZtQM0G1GQpxEu1V0/s640/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%203.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGq5dQB33V2YFuHPzpARbPl8pHBBptasP_05ZPgT2tOuWzNwvTd8hIS2F-2PTFxM8tAgRclsTghBZc8yqmtuKmKMnOlHD5GKJstW-8m62Kv6WyYUQUtljMkZ-fhSiWkU4zTk-rI5ezpa9gxdgeyCy1hcb8lK5rAHrGK1DJAtObK40ZtQM0G1GQpxEu1V0/w150-h200/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%203.jpg" width="150" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj88XBGAybPaTuBwIViCepSwXVzmB3o7-GdBVI9ZB4OWK6qok4txPTEC0jnHsBxGt1ws-LvdM0smDiu2cG4neWg5xc8FQXMU4_7SUgcK9h0UEo1ZDnOlgDrstEV21bm70yYlEECaRsdMS19UZKbSdq3MU61z2Cyncyi9vcmGtoWsNPV4j2hMb9Gk5JOaI/s640/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%204.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj88XBGAybPaTuBwIViCepSwXVzmB3o7-GdBVI9ZB4OWK6qok4txPTEC0jnHsBxGt1ws-LvdM0smDiu2cG4neWg5xc8FQXMU4_7SUgcK9h0UEo1ZDnOlgDrstEV21bm70yYlEECaRsdMS19UZKbSdq3MU61z2Cyncyi9vcmGtoWsNPV4j2hMb9Gk5JOaI/w150-h200/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%204.jpg" width="150" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZt2UjNTMGfLOQ_5WhNFmYux_Ma_rXUROOuOYhyiTF7oernT2KHq7k4C0EqH9oTF4sEoL13BbntdRQZFV81nVrnBHpPtJybL9txcYZwQ9xQDTdrZ34pizi0E8ol5qlqTr-c-x4rZu4A0BRuNLswVXMBeROTsAW3zvXnNT7StV807mBUHIDqYeLOyoNJXo/s640/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%205.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZt2UjNTMGfLOQ_5WhNFmYux_Ma_rXUROOuOYhyiTF7oernT2KHq7k4C0EqH9oTF4sEoL13BbntdRQZFV81nVrnBHpPtJybL9txcYZwQ9xQDTdrZ34pizi0E8ol5qlqTr-c-x4rZu4A0BRuNLswVXMBeROTsAW3zvXnNT7StV807mBUHIDqYeLOyoNJXo/w150-h200/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%205.jpg" width="150" /></a></div><p></p><p>I was careful when I took the coat rack apart and saved all the old screws. They're bronze and aged and look fantastic on the finished piece. It's a good thing I took before pics because reassembling it was a giant puzzle. And there were two types of screws meant for different parts of the coat rack.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSic2W8LZvpIFLhCzwu0NU2dsm3-y5hHT2HfPgtkt12EoWmQEhhIClCDh54qX_a3MhPRcF3bKhT-9EruMIBifRu-sXffTpnm9Op7nBjt8H3_f74ak8A05ipW0KtQl15f9NaPjQxrrLbKDlmc74TXf2skJGzVJBILkthS1MLy0d5_lIysMiUJYxN2KYcXQ/s640/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%20taken%20apart.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSic2W8LZvpIFLhCzwu0NU2dsm3-y5hHT2HfPgtkt12EoWmQEhhIClCDh54qX_a3MhPRcF3bKhT-9EruMIBifRu-sXffTpnm9Op7nBjt8H3_f74ak8A05ipW0KtQl15f9NaPjQxrrLbKDlmc74TXf2skJGzVJBILkthS1MLy0d5_lIysMiUJYxN2KYcXQ/w200-h200/Unfinished%20Coat%20Rack%20taken%20apart.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p> </p><p><br /></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i> </i></p><p><i> </i></p><p><i> </i></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLJobCV_E6igLNfGiNYJIssx2aFAuGQdChD0KZ1o8eQGwjQy84Fq02RTnsMOduiz6LCtQ41BNBsIbsPh4OIjwrklGqhRNZIQoIeWISSFPE7cJNK8x5JdcMyVlVzqp_OZ7iH6b6PEdXuFeYOgAKogtgR-h6t-VjZ_E07aEZmnXBSW-COJfdkwEzbMVON8o/s640/Coat%20Rack%20detail%20finished%20in%20house.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLJobCV_E6igLNfGiNYJIssx2aFAuGQdChD0KZ1o8eQGwjQy84Fq02RTnsMOduiz6LCtQ41BNBsIbsPh4OIjwrklGqhRNZIQoIeWISSFPE7cJNK8x5JdcMyVlVzqp_OZ7iH6b6PEdXuFeYOgAKogtgR-h6t-VjZ_E07aEZmnXBSW-COJfdkwEzbMVON8o/w200-h200/Coat%20Rack%20detail%20finished%20in%20house.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>I completed the project over two days. And I'm delighted with how it turned out. My home decor utilizes a lot of earth tones, <i>greens, tans, browns. </i>Here
are a couple of detail pics and then one of the completed piece. After seeing
these you might find an old rack for yourself on OfferUp or Facebook
Marketplace. Why not?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuH_QlkcLs586gkaWPzj-65dV54OBL7P-Ui9y0qlzhjp4II6XZ2BBZa1RMj-Szwl79MPV0eJgshu6g2CkxOF9wIT_nLlqnUfulgkEWDc162mtIyOc4E5iU6WeNiDVTQVz8olWyRg8-rRGgJWVy4cZw-Fb6nTgGz5_YvMMXP5nHlf1BjGHEKH8DgKa0ZLc/s640/Finished%20Detail%20with%20hat.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuH_QlkcLs586gkaWPzj-65dV54OBL7P-Ui9y0qlzhjp4II6XZ2BBZa1RMj-Szwl79MPV0eJgshu6g2CkxOF9wIT_nLlqnUfulgkEWDc162mtIyOc4E5iU6WeNiDVTQVz8olWyRg8-rRGgJWVy4cZw-Fb6nTgGz5_YvMMXP5nHlf1BjGHEKH8DgKa0ZLc/w200-h200/Finished%20Detail%20with%20hat.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>As a tribute to LQ, I've hung an Australian cowboy hat I purchased on a vacation on my now refreshed coat rack. Did I mention that the stand no longer wobbles?<p></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikKNwekGQNJAa0vvbW7hwsUXEZAPByfjftl8-8ygi18vcut8pqqnn20xX-U9_OvlJBa66bEnIiTZYVFLFf8jRksEPYfGBtSGEX_uEaRg5Dk7dxx6rfNdWOmrSKpCuV7Wkv6W2GGlzpN6ZEeqd03SDtFhms_amC0NovcDgYijmQW-x57m8w-ZvoVl6QRVM/s640/Finished%20Coat%20Rack%20in%20house%20top%20to%20bottom.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikKNwekGQNJAa0vvbW7hwsUXEZAPByfjftl8-8ygi18vcut8pqqnn20xX-U9_OvlJBa66bEnIiTZYVFLFf8jRksEPYfGBtSGEX_uEaRg5Dk7dxx6rfNdWOmrSKpCuV7Wkv6W2GGlzpN6ZEeqd03SDtFhms_amC0NovcDgYijmQW-x57m8w-ZvoVl6QRVM/w150-h200/Finished%20Coat%20Rack%20in%20house%20top%20to%20bottom.jpg" width="150" /></a></div>And perchance if you can see through my dining room window, you'll see this coat rack (with cowboy hat) proudly standing. I love it because now I think of my friend every day when I pass by it.-ND<br /><p></p><p><i> </i></p><p><i> </i></p><p><i> </i></p><p><i> </i></p><p><br /></p><p><i></i></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2ps2yvlTNV42EDCWEYlcoToXTjTz4FuwoeMaM-Fu-YXxxuPwCboyaJLRBZB7-KoEtBK85ItJXjLykH4AZCBhZ7zyO5Og_JaJ_77UknO-l3QyebxP56VYKBxqzejnHwQbo4CUw3UxSMCGmV9bNKGYm9xowuaquyaUsHgheP6Z7lVsBkiOxjhSO2sZB4T8/s1500/DIY%20Coat%20Rack%20Pin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2ps2yvlTNV42EDCWEYlcoToXTjTz4FuwoeMaM-Fu-YXxxuPwCboyaJLRBZB7-KoEtBK85ItJXjLykH4AZCBhZ7zyO5Og_JaJ_77UknO-l3QyebxP56VYKBxqzejnHwQbo4CUw3UxSMCGmV9bNKGYm9xowuaquyaUsHgheP6Z7lVsBkiOxjhSO2sZB4T8/w133-h200/DIY%20Coat%20Rack%20Pin.jpg" width="133" /></a></i></div><i><br /> <br /></i><p></p><p><i> </i></p><p><i> </i></p><p><i> </i></p><p><i> </i><br /></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-53730538328340638362023-11-19T14:06:00.000-08:002023-11-19T14:06:12.207-08:00A Tribute to a Kind Man, LQ Jones<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGohXYF8BFJYSUeKWEOs4D0ZJb1szBAlzhKTBSk4d5lb-5VoWX2hE01Bs4J016mz9OlhgTfJx8fAnDL95O52Q6SCanP8i58jflWTFMFHqEPc2qv_AO9_tgE9h5vMoqdRX7aC7YqKVnvDyTe87opxL55f8_Czmk8NxXQBoboQbXjT0-ulnkfKYlAOlsfro/s1298/Thats%20a%20Wrap.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1298" data-original-width="1298" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGohXYF8BFJYSUeKWEOs4D0ZJb1szBAlzhKTBSk4d5lb-5VoWX2hE01Bs4J016mz9OlhgTfJx8fAnDL95O52Q6SCanP8i58jflWTFMFHqEPc2qv_AO9_tgE9h5vMoqdRX7aC7YqKVnvDyTe87opxL55f8_Czmk8NxXQBoboQbXjT0-ulnkfKYlAOlsfro/w200-h200/Thats%20a%20Wrap.jpg" width="200" /></a></div> Last month we were given 30 days to vacate our office of 24 years. I knew the day was coming because our landlord had passed away in 2022 and his kids had put the building up for sale. If any of you know me well, you know I'm a machine. I worked 24/7 to close up the <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> and get us moved out of our space at 2142 N.Cahuenga Blvd.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4nErOv3L9194Si2lrfX7oFMVnUWmvDkU0T16-m_d8IQbNPQXw3uJK0xGhBjIbO2U3cpD11np3iDC7lLDT-xOWptK8EjQ_A_KZ-TaldqxtarJeBlF-G72TxYu0mxh6G_GHphjz4OYjoKkojihT8ooEPtX6LXurqFZwt8KrlprWHYJRc-DpuyKTdw849BE/s2057/LQ%20Jones.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2057" data-original-width="1593" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4nErOv3L9194Si2lrfX7oFMVnUWmvDkU0T16-m_d8IQbNPQXw3uJK0xGhBjIbO2U3cpD11np3iDC7lLDT-xOWptK8EjQ_A_KZ-TaldqxtarJeBlF-G72TxYu0mxh6G_GHphjz4OYjoKkojihT8ooEPtX6LXurqFZwt8KrlprWHYJRc-DpuyKTdw849BE/w155-h200/LQ%20Jones.jpg" width="155" /></a></div>Most of you probably don't know that our office landlord was LQ Jones. He was a very well known character actor, and later director, who seemed to have been in every cowboy movie and television show in the 50s, 60s and 70s. He lived downstairs, and the office we occupied at street level was zoned commercial. He was a prince of a man, a true gentleman and we miss him a lot. To us he was "McQueen" which was his birth (last) name. When I first met him, he told me I was too young to know his first name. I'm guessing that was an inside joke of sorts. His name was Justice as was his father before him. And you know what? He was very just. He was always kind to people that walked by in front, including homeless. And if someone recognized him, he was always gracious. I witnessed all of this many many times. He insisted that he do all the "dirty work" around the outside of the house. He'd get annoyed if I ever took out the garbage bins. Seriously.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcjj9ZVIsQlit93GUkPSuLINZQcSoysaTb1E_yU4DfkMV9lpo8l-Q8i7jpNcUIHyBVf9SFiwuRsB-QXzvxi5KGxrcikpI4a9Ra4gI5QS9X7-urg52CuhtDjNuOdXJjvDVoqwUjRoPbYXIzhMY-n4kwWRLq4iTOL1s5068Hi55wzuBjGajZ_t8vFYZO5p8/s2320/Pat%20Garrett%20and%20Billy%20the%20Kid.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2320" data-original-width="2320" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcjj9ZVIsQlit93GUkPSuLINZQcSoysaTb1E_yU4DfkMV9lpo8l-Q8i7jpNcUIHyBVf9SFiwuRsB-QXzvxi5KGxrcikpI4a9Ra4gI5QS9X7-urg52CuhtDjNuOdXJjvDVoqwUjRoPbYXIzhMY-n4kwWRLq4iTOL1s5068Hi55wzuBjGajZ_t8vFYZO5p8/w200-h200/Pat%20Garrett%20and%20Billy%20the%20Kid.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>A couple of weeks ago, his son brought me an old coat rack I thought I could refinish (next post), and a few photos of his dad, which I'm sharing here. This framed photo hung in McQueen's home. He had lots of photos and posters hanging in his home from his years of acting. Whenever I entered his home, it felt like "Old Hollywood." This photo was snapped when McQueen was filming Sam Peckinpah's "Pat Garrett and Billy The Kid." LQ is sitting in the chair wearing sunglasses. The dark haired man looking upward is Kris Kristofferson. I was told the man "with that familiar hat" with his back to us is most likely Bob Dylan. Dylan had a bit part in the movie.<p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp_sify2P5X_TwjOMd6bzcMFVyeFyErkDRvftfqrIPLZy8A4q-97jX8ggQsJGED75IoLSfRVILGm-zvEKv44nkt_em9HCTIn_dMKiT-3RQjIgGDvL6hWU5VclKuiuUjK2BntMW_I12Rkk4nO4itWxX6DpAAxVcZ0PZj7GO11dKBmKSxfdn7uEKy4SK63A/s1527/LQ%20Smiling%20with%20Cigarette.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1527" data-original-width="1213" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp_sify2P5X_TwjOMd6bzcMFVyeFyErkDRvftfqrIPLZy8A4q-97jX8ggQsJGED75IoLSfRVILGm-zvEKv44nkt_em9HCTIn_dMKiT-3RQjIgGDvL6hWU5VclKuiuUjK2BntMW_I12Rkk4nO4itWxX6DpAAxVcZ0PZj7GO11dKBmKSxfdn7uEKy4SK63A/w159-h200/LQ%20Smiling%20with%20Cigarette.jpg" width="159" /></a></div>What a smile McQueen had. Clearly this photo was snapped long before I met him. His son told me of all the photos of his dad, this was his and his sister's favorite. Cowboys were always smoking cigarettes back then. I don't think he smoked in real life. At least all those years I'd known McQueen, I never saw him with a cigarette.<p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8O6lTQOuLPqUTDurtbFPkkq3bSN6GY7vKkLwiaCHAxynHiB8qIU19x9NCDi2rBmn5sLVTFEqHXUVz31v7OuRlgRn6uKP69qMt-xsMews2MoRCuU-LRtck2YNDEyCL1U9xb07NTBDiHG2-tUsmxbqGBucOPOt4xWXwK0JcaXVXAozzSaNKu7b10KLL-Bc/s2352/Nancys%20drawing%20of%20McQueen.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2352" data-original-width="1928" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8O6lTQOuLPqUTDurtbFPkkq3bSN6GY7vKkLwiaCHAxynHiB8qIU19x9NCDi2rBmn5sLVTFEqHXUVz31v7OuRlgRn6uKP69qMt-xsMews2MoRCuU-LRtck2YNDEyCL1U9xb07NTBDiHG2-tUsmxbqGBucOPOt4xWXwK0JcaXVXAozzSaNKu7b10KLL-Bc/w164-h200/Nancys%20drawing%20of%20McQueen.jpg" width="164" /></a></div><p>I knew that McQueen's health was failing during Covid times. He was locked up inside his home and I think I only caught a glimpse of him once or twice, maybe 3 times. Crazy right? For years, we'd sit on the stoop and chat. A few weeks before he passed, I drew this portrait of him, for him. Even in his 90's he was a very good looking man. Did I say I miss him? We were blessed to known him and have the <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> office for so many years "just upstairs." -ND</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSQRqJ79aLwhxm-pzbLtDlGkQLD_O6q-rA1RHPxpJPJv71lXKjt8s-ljqjywwZES1RC8sx8J8ZyLfa2soOGa2RFqdj5YAiQQYU8cAN2KlZEeD5Rth7XAK_ufuMK7ygFc7B7wTuK-o8_J27mnyFmRlZ25ie1bcSMd1vIBazC0g_4SBOeffJVu24639AxwA/s1500/LQ%20Jones%20Pin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSQRqJ79aLwhxm-pzbLtDlGkQLD_O6q-rA1RHPxpJPJv71lXKjt8s-ljqjywwZES1RC8sx8J8ZyLfa2soOGa2RFqdj5YAiQQYU8cAN2KlZEeD5Rth7XAK_ufuMK7ygFc7B7wTuK-o8_J27mnyFmRlZ25ie1bcSMd1vIBazC0g_4SBOeffJVu24639AxwA/w133-h200/LQ%20Jones%20Pin.jpg" width="133" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">LQ Jones - Pin <br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p><br /></p><p></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-67617767102293533272023-11-02T10:26:00.000-07:002023-11-02T10:26:43.670-07:00My Favorite Fall Finds; Fair Trade, Supporting Small Businesses & A Good Read<p>You know I'm all about fair trade. I've been collaborating with artisans in Guatemala for a really long time to bring you fantastic <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> jewelry. When making personal purchases, I always look to support other fair traders and small businesses whenever I can. In July, I shared my favorite <a href="https://www.dunitzfairtrade.com/2023/07/my-favorite-summer-finds-fair-trade.html">summer finds</a>. Now it's fall and I have a few more discoveries to share with you.</p><p> <br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDFHhf7GBNYjO8m4kEzlSk3L00oH-HAgo0pU7-UR-rDfRAidnoxc_2WtWA94DS9e-pFv1A2zTgfgNj1GXRdwN4C50tW54wXNS_50hALrc6ExwT5k4AL_DJLczgcxm8_yBm3h9azR-J16BHmtIfnumJ3v3KY4wuE8Keld56AwRVZ2JVu0YAVlXWMiHVCoE/s1496/Dar%20Chocolate.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1284" data-original-width="1496" height="172" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDFHhf7GBNYjO8m4kEzlSk3L00oH-HAgo0pU7-UR-rDfRAidnoxc_2WtWA94DS9e-pFv1A2zTgfgNj1GXRdwN4C50tW54wXNS_50hALrc6ExwT5k4AL_DJLczgcxm8_yBm3h9azR-J16BHmtIfnumJ3v3KY4wuE8Keld56AwRVZ2JVu0YAVlXWMiHVCoE/w200-h172/Dar%20Chocolate.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>I recently returned home from the western region <a href="https://members.museumstoreassociation.org">Museum Store Association</a> meeting that took place in Las Vegas. My intent was to mingle with museum store buyers. And as it turns out, one of the most fun things at this get together was meeting other vendors. I met Gila, the proprietor of <a href="https://www.darchocolate.art/">Dar Chocolate Art Bars</a>. They make the most fantastic chocolate bars in Denver from cacao they import from small farmers in many countries. Gila is an amazing graphic illustrator too. Not only can you see her fantastic drawing featured on their website, but on their chocolate bars. You can purchase direct, or if you're really lucky, you'll find some of Dar's bars at your favorite museum store.<p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAZohgMLiV3NP9aNhs4NVWmkBhiZ-vAdmf5D1VzLSYkgWbWQRJ6FF1_VXJU4rG4hHBOktB5wkigD_Is3wYtDnWUboUhDcSzfOHUhLPi4pQ8itSPUWKLExGXDRaBR9PCKHEzbjwTLWApiW7fi4zHMhDkP3TG3S6YnAEXwFATdfLchnkyeBnETnP7toEQsc/s750/Honey%20Run%20Farm.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="750" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAZohgMLiV3NP9aNhs4NVWmkBhiZ-vAdmf5D1VzLSYkgWbWQRJ6FF1_VXJU4rG4hHBOktB5wkigD_Is3wYtDnWUboUhDcSzfOHUhLPi4pQ8itSPUWKLExGXDRaBR9PCKHEzbjwTLWApiW7fi4zHMhDkP3TG3S6YnAEXwFATdfLchnkyeBnETnP7toEQsc/w200-h150/Honey%20Run%20Farm.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Yes Yes. I love to eat. And I do love honey. I was randomly searching on ETSY, and stumbled upon <a href="http://www.Honeyrunfarm.etsy.com">Honey Run Farm</a>, a small family owned business out of Ohio. I was fascinated that the honey they collect varies each season based on what the bees "eat." I was hooked. I wanted to know the difference between honey produced in Summer, Spring and Fall. <a href="https://www.honeyrunfarm.com">Their website</a> explains it all so well. And their customer service is absolutely fantastic. They also make handmade soaps. If you know me at all, you know I'm also crazy for handmade soap. What's not to love? A small business that offers honey and soap. Ya gotta check them out!<p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF3c5ocZjkOazxbDX6eAO6L1vixsHR62vuLogWwaB-kVOqli482ZRgp5zIfeXqWhTC4FQ6puvRAwrA3ZjREJ-VLUhgtBaDLH6YWm_Fm3cCswdEwUyKWCcV5HzlpLJq2ikSQ4vpwqrD00-glMq3A_Hrlc7gEeblV7KBC43F53JJLtHAd01ONu7vyvgdMis/s1512/The%20Monk%20of%20Mokha.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="1512" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF3c5ocZjkOazxbDX6eAO6L1vixsHR62vuLogWwaB-kVOqli482ZRgp5zIfeXqWhTC4FQ6puvRAwrA3ZjREJ-VLUhgtBaDLH6YWm_Fm3cCswdEwUyKWCcV5HzlpLJq2ikSQ4vpwqrD00-glMq3A_Hrlc7gEeblV7KBC43F53JJLtHAd01ONu7vyvgdMis/w200-h200/The%20Monk%20of%20Mokha.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>I've been taking more time to read lately. Admittedly, I do watch a few too many Netflix series. But by joining the <a href="https://www.nyu.edu/alumni/events-programs/digital-opportunities-nyu-alumni.html">NYU Alumni Voracious Violets Book Club</a>, I've dug into some fantastic books that have been recommended. If you're reading my blog, I think you'll be fascinated by <a href="https://daveeggers.net/monkofmokha">The Monk of Mokha</a>.<b> "A heart-pounding true story, <i>The Monk of Mokha </i>weaves together
the history of coffee, the ongoing Yemeni civil war, and the courageous
journey of a young man--a Muslim and a US citizen--following the most
American of dreams."</b> If you started and operate a small fair trade business, you will absolutely relate to Mokhtar Alkhanshal's story. When you build a small business, things don't always go to plan or how you set out in your business plan. That assumes you had a business plan.<p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiMfaBCC2rBaYpBrnMu5bAU3-imv8FOA9guv7QqpuhehnB5ezjySRsPa5DK30Nfw-GbclFbZAo_-7VdU4HtH7Fz2A_nLY6u0Kx8lfdHawitZvjJ5L6xO6mfqwbIxFnVyBBnMJR7DqrxQtLsLntxMXwotm0mqYX2l9t3uiNVp-AXXMDNfvkydpQQ7rhmVs/s2320/Nancy%20in%20Sevya%20top.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2320" data-original-width="2320" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiMfaBCC2rBaYpBrnMu5bAU3-imv8FOA9guv7QqpuhehnB5ezjySRsPa5DK30Nfw-GbclFbZAo_-7VdU4HtH7Fz2A_nLY6u0Kx8lfdHawitZvjJ5L6xO6mfqwbIxFnVyBBnMJR7DqrxQtLsLntxMXwotm0mqYX2l9t3uiNVp-AXXMDNfvkydpQQ7rhmVs/w200-h200/Nancy%20in%20Sevya%20top.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>A follow up to my July Favorite Finds post, I have to sing the praises of <a href="https://sevya.com/">Sevya Fair Trade</a> again. After loving my first summer top from them, I had to order others. The <a href="https://sevya.com/product/kamala-kantha-top-ss-27-2/">pink & white cotton top</a> shown here is my new favorite. And since it seems to <b>NOT </b>be cooling off here in Los Angeles, I've had lots of opportunity to wear it. The weather will cool down, and I know I'll have to order some long sleeve blouses from their catalog. Check them out. And like Dunitz, Sevya is a verified member of Fair Trade Federation. You'll look good and feel good wearing their designs.<p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixaZZ0zYM3llkR5pELFRb4jqQd-QQI9btlNUIIfMjUOMD-73XDXshwfsIzhFpdm5yeQLRP7nFadtA29qkyasULaIilS77ASdsCCOf-weKUayzVdsdXMbBLQAntEvYeO98LIs2f7wSUeRr8ZYxId5DeZJNgN4bP5hKEMj7BxbuvM62jy8bfdLIowLIz128/s414/Paperwhites.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="414" data-original-width="414" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixaZZ0zYM3llkR5pELFRb4jqQd-QQI9btlNUIIfMjUOMD-73XDXshwfsIzhFpdm5yeQLRP7nFadtA29qkyasULaIilS77ASdsCCOf-weKUayzVdsdXMbBLQAntEvYeO98LIs2f7wSUeRr8ZYxId5DeZJNgN4bP5hKEMj7BxbuvM62jy8bfdLIowLIz128/w200-h200/Paperwhites.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Many of you know I'm a new and enthusiastic gardener. My yard is small, but it's mighty. I'm monkeying around in it and cleaning up every day. I can't stop. My latest "fun" has been discovering bulbs I can plant that will provide me beautiful flowers. I often search for suppliers in California where I live because there are so many agricultural regulations when it comes to our state. My newest discovery is <a href="https://www.easytogrowbulbs.com">Easy to Grow Bulbs</a>, a small business with fantastic customer service. They have been so friendly and prompt answering my endless questions. And their website is also replete with lots of info. Their office seems to be based in Oceanside, CA, but my order shipped from Wisconsin.<i> (I guess that means it's okay to ship bulbs from elsewhere into California. I had no idea on that.)</i> I'll be planting various types of paperwhites soon. Stand by for my garden photos when I can show them off. <p></p><p>So, there you have it. A few of my favorite Fall finds. Perhaps one of them will become a favorite of yours. In the meantime, don't forget to check out <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company's fair trade jewelry</a>. Check out our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/store-locator">store locator</a> to find a brick & mortar in your area selling our designs. Or peruse our website. My hope is that my designs will become one of your favorite finds :). -ND<br /></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-3341975300085437872023-09-19T12:01:00.001-07:002023-09-19T12:02:28.891-07:00A Competition That Could Benefit You & Us<p>Today I announce a competition that could benefit you and us. And actually, we could have several winners. <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> is always looking for new ideas for their <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">fair trade jewelry</a> collection. And the ideas don't always come from our own heads. Just saying.</p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEildanUg8CeCW_Y8UwxudPZR8scPpOOHi4I5bLyROqJ4PcmgXC4KFmyuLBr2wPWmf4msrF_-ytvz96lP21Mfu5vptX7Y_j9n0A5d5S0dRAeGWbhzSvgNa1iEVEc1yzF2_Uwbcxyt28mrGSNmebXggnZ-gKNR0sralWQkxIPhrb59U3FjQWJkkzCBXryg4U/s1680/The%20Kiss%20Dunitz%20Earrings.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1680" data-original-width="1680" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEildanUg8CeCW_Y8UwxudPZR8scPpOOHi4I5bLyROqJ4PcmgXC4KFmyuLBr2wPWmf4msrF_-ytvz96lP21Mfu5vptX7Y_j9n0A5d5S0dRAeGWbhzSvgNa1iEVEc1yzF2_Uwbcxyt28mrGSNmebXggnZ-gKNR0sralWQkxIPhrb59U3FjQWJkkzCBXryg4U/w200-h200/The%20Kiss%20Dunitz%20Earrings.JPG" width="200" /></a></div>Who knows better than you, what will sell in your store (or you might purchase in a store)? If you suggest a new painting for our <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/laser-cut-designs/laser-cut-designs-images-of-art">famous art earrings</a> collection, and we are able to offer it, we'll send you a pair as a gift. <i>(When making suggestions keep in mind, images need to be available in the public domain.)</i> Last year a customer recommended we add <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/laser-cut-earrings/the-kiss-earrings">"The Kiss"</a> to our collection. And she was right on target! <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Have an entire "collections" idea for us? If it makes sense and we can create it, we will send you a dozen pairs to sell in your store. Come on! We know you have some great ideas. Help us help you. And not just you and us. Good ideas help us provide more work for artisans in Guatemala. Please send us digital photos. We know some of you might suggest sea life, fish and turtles. So far, we haven't found good accessible art. Perhaps you can share some with us.<br /></p><p><b>Check out some of our popular collections that might get your light bulbs turned on. </b></p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwsSO6Aj6v2qcSLUu4AO6MHIeejh7_JSLQYT3UHXPoCC4y5WI_HvMF6oS0wU1BqAHBGDf2EhZGwwzK2hD95siJQa_uoHUp9-P-tYz6CaU5dDjuOndBJmk1vlFYQ_0LuWqZu9Gj2wcdgJ6_HraRMRiGn1jf9e-Wxlf7WwdrBAlRcqteU3NLGgjfG8MuljI/s1725/Butterfly%20Studs%20from%20Dunitz.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="1725" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwsSO6Aj6v2qcSLUu4AO6MHIeejh7_JSLQYT3UHXPoCC4y5WI_HvMF6oS0wU1BqAHBGDf2EhZGwwzK2hD95siJQa_uoHUp9-P-tYz6CaU5dDjuOndBJmk1vlFYQ_0LuWqZu9Gj2wcdgJ6_HraRMRiGn1jf9e-Wxlf7WwdrBAlRcqteU3NLGgjfG8MuljI/w200-h175/Butterfly%20Studs%20from%20Dunitz.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Our customers love butterflies! This <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/laser-cut-designs/laser-cut-designs-assortments/butterfly-studs">collection of butterflies</a> is reordered and reordered. <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4HYuM7wG4WixNMY9zpgFtjrj8J18AyoyJYSw_y_6Som34M8dCGwQMtA43kSOIb0wBJj7VHbbsbNTETbEz-Rum0AX3VOM2Km-AQ-MqEFJnYkrGfqq0SAej30gK9UyQWVgzuhcNdyi40cypG7--wis1Cghbx_Jn4Ugeh93Mx5ZudZAKdzaPkaY7iEe2MOc/s900/Dunitz%20musical%20instrument%20Studs.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="900" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4HYuM7wG4WixNMY9zpgFtjrj8J18AyoyJYSw_y_6Som34M8dCGwQMtA43kSOIb0wBJj7VHbbsbNTETbEz-Rum0AX3VOM2Km-AQ-MqEFJnYkrGfqq0SAej30gK9UyQWVgzuhcNdyi40cypG7--wis1Cghbx_Jn4Ugeh93Mx5ZudZAKdzaPkaY7iEe2MOc/w200-h200/Dunitz%20musical%20instrument%20Studs.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>And if you haven't brought our <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/laser-cut-designs/laser-cut-designs-assortments/musical-instrument-studs">musical instrument studs</a> into your store, it might be time to do so.<p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6uyya90MowPV9iDvJ2arcdb2PLVgbw2vdRvrEjPX4cCdUnmDRx77GOwLDRaQMtb_yNBg6wlOlUPiZiwGyDpSFdvcfTe9XyRKpc_o7keoxxfFb8HUYnpI0qpVuetou4lX7lTVoCtL4WE4Td8QyX8WfCY2vUXcQOY50yCadL5eVERLXVo-RaQi4oLw_5Gw/s1912/Play%20Ball%20Studs%20from%20Dunitz.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1912" data-original-width="1725" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6uyya90MowPV9iDvJ2arcdb2PLVgbw2vdRvrEjPX4cCdUnmDRx77GOwLDRaQMtb_yNBg6wlOlUPiZiwGyDpSFdvcfTe9XyRKpc_o7keoxxfFb8HUYnpI0qpVuetou4lX7lTVoCtL4WE4Td8QyX8WfCY2vUXcQOY50yCadL5eVERLXVo-RaQi4oLw_5Gw/w181-h200/Play%20Ball%20Studs%20from%20Dunitz.jpg" width="181" /></a></div>We thought this collection would be fantastic for sports fans and players. This is our <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/laser-cut-designs/laser-cut-designs-assortments/sporting-balls-studs">newest collection</a>. <br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p>Bring it on! We'd love to hear your ideas of what you WANT to sell in your stores. Perhaps we can provide it. <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company </a>wants you! -ND<br /></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-69131768160611647302023-07-31T13:35:00.008-07:002023-07-31T15:28:40.430-07:00My Favorite Summer Finds; Fair Trade, Vintage, Handmade<p>As owner, salesperson and box packer for my business, <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a>, you know I'm all about fair trade. I like supporting fair trade in general. I also love hunting for vintage treasure and all things handmade. Here are some of my favorite finds this summer of 2023.</p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyxaWGk90AiCGpGvHTBrS0c_N1XYcw8A0EQoakQvb8zNTACZwq2u2cbbRkQJVVxizmjQK-AerkmP7KjcXBLjU9aaaP0-7bM0A42Vasvm_FoOb2xbjEANomVJM54ocwsLqmx-7mcRT8wc7OYJk78ZDQtVONTkiKHEnGCpJMru983di3cMUfRTsPIMkKHDQ/s1512/Garden%20Soap.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="round bar of garden soap wrapped in paper" border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="1512" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyxaWGk90AiCGpGvHTBrS0c_N1XYcw8A0EQoakQvb8zNTACZwq2u2cbbRkQJVVxizmjQK-AerkmP7KjcXBLjU9aaaP0-7bM0A42Vasvm_FoOb2xbjEANomVJM54ocwsLqmx-7mcRT8wc7OYJk78ZDQtVONTkiKHEnGCpJMru983di3cMUfRTsPIMkKHDQ/w200-h200/Garden%20Soap.jpg" title="Round Bar of Garden Soap" width="200" /></a></div>If you've been watching <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ndunitz/">my personal Instagram</a>, you know gardening is my new passion! What does that mean? I'm always on the hunt for pots and plants and all things gardening. One of my favorite discoveries this summer is <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/400889599/gardeners-hand-soap?">Gardener's Hand Soap</a> from Daisy Hollow Farm on ETSY. OMG, it's amazing. It smells wonderful without being overpowering. It has little cranberry seeds that also help scrub off dirt. My newest bar hangs out in a small dish by my kitchen sink where I use it regularly.<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgArt_33DzjYEU-l03Ycg8EX0VwqaMw28aq-iWP5ZpbP9o3GwwxP7kmJ6DFeRFdmnU1dXsD_be4pJ0D5QmEi9ibTTPDVKLefqmBOfzhK0ib1rVAqPhaKzP9CvyvOC3BE3glYzxG0Q0NHIFdHklMJKHMb9CwWyw2hg-2syWaAVok_0WDsJuIbG86wnzVewE/s1512/Stargazer%20Bulbs.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Stargazer Bulbs wrapped and ready to plant" border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="1512" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgArt_33DzjYEU-l03Ycg8EX0VwqaMw28aq-iWP5ZpbP9o3GwwxP7kmJ6DFeRFdmnU1dXsD_be4pJ0D5QmEi9ibTTPDVKLefqmBOfzhK0ib1rVAqPhaKzP9CvyvOC3BE3glYzxG0Q0NHIFdHklMJKHMb9CwWyw2hg-2syWaAVok_0WDsJuIbG86wnzVewE/w200-h200/Stargazer%20Bulbs.jpg" title="Stargazer Bulbs" width="200" /></a></div>I have recently joined all these gardening groups on Facebook. And I'm inundated with videos and stories on Instagram of gardens I envy. It also means I'm gathering all sorts of tips and inspirations. You might not know this about me. But my favorite flower is Stargazers. My ears perked up when another California person wrote that her Stargazers blossomed and looked amazing. How is that possible? She told me about <a href="https://www.hollandbulbfarms.com/">Holland Bulb Farms</a>. This website is a true find. I immediately ordered Stargazer bulbs which I will plant this weekend. Let's hope they come up next Spring. The best part, they were on sale and the instructions were for immediate planting.<i> (I promise to share photos when they bloom.)</i><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDs2JUNuJueHRmX47y2PGkgmyPlatzH7fP1n20yGgyDOf30GU5VlaUXaC8v4nSTIJ-mYnh7IDQTeoGs53OrSrMWR32wFAXF434LfpIIfyBO5MlHKVd_LL7aUcsNVLQM1BoYUEHKXnydBdS9fwcz7gfteuYZ1ZcXmmYKubi7EwAgpptbTM72w3i7SqZmKQ/s1280/Sevya%20Sleevless%20Tops.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Woman wearing Sevya sleeveless top" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1280" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDs2JUNuJueHRmX47y2PGkgmyPlatzH7fP1n20yGgyDOf30GU5VlaUXaC8v4nSTIJ-mYnh7IDQTeoGs53OrSrMWR32wFAXF434LfpIIfyBO5MlHKVd_LL7aUcsNVLQM1BoYUEHKXnydBdS9fwcz7gfteuYZ1ZcXmmYKubi7EwAgpptbTM72w3i7SqZmKQ/w200-h200/Sevya%20Sleevless%20Tops.jpg" title="Sevya Sleeveless Top" width="200" /></a></div>It's been HOT! I think that is the consensus just about everywhere. The <a href="https://sevya.com/product/jamuna-sleeveless-top-ss-5-3/">lightweight sleeveless tops</a> I discovered from <a href="https://sevya.com/">Sevya Fair Trade</a> are amazing. They're super adorable and super comfie. I strongly recommend you check out our Fair Trade Federation colleague’s designs. Don't worry if you want to cover up your arms they have lots of options for you. Once I realized how much I LOVE the top I'm wearing in this photo, I had to order others.<br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDpPIXSMHEraF4MSndpJX8bMiXaEcmiAusCeiGL2dIDad2p-zv7QUPiT40uM_HdPgRvemybtqR5N7nqvEDUXC3KdKn8Qr3HOPtlbROYUArz5iRgtKKgpiJQES0ZbgoYK_BK67e7uI5YmYRf8EFkNTuPjV7mi7tnarhK74fUo-W7K3AkE2x2qHJ40FSEcM/s1512/Vintage%20Scarab%20Bracelets.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Scarab Bracelet" border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="1512" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDpPIXSMHEraF4MSndpJX8bMiXaEcmiAusCeiGL2dIDad2p-zv7QUPiT40uM_HdPgRvemybtqR5N7nqvEDUXC3KdKn8Qr3HOPtlbROYUArz5iRgtKKgpiJQES0ZbgoYK_BK67e7uI5YmYRf8EFkNTuPjV7mi7tnarhK74fUo-W7K3AkE2x2qHJ40FSEcM/w200-h200/Vintage%20Scarab%20Bracelets.jpg" title="Vintage Scarab Bracelet" width="200" /></a></div><p>I adore vintage. And this one is so random. A few months ago, I was thinking about a scarab bracelet my parents had given me when I was a young girl. I assumed it was long lost, and randomly went on eBay to see if I might see something similar. Guess what? I found the bracelet in my safety deposit box recently and I've been wearing it. It fill me with joy knowing it was a gift from my parents who passed long ago. Honestly, it isn't all that valuable dollar-wise. It being tucked away in such a secure location is baffling to me. If you'd like a piece of history, you can find one similar for $20 or $25 on eBay. Just search for scarab bracelets. This one on my wrist, is a wonderful summer find!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYjc0N7e2mKmWEnsHbDcCGwcoPxCrX_diYy6R_JMJl2v6Vs2_c4KLrE15iw9RXNA8kdfwu4TyqxI3JHa1X0vd53Opom4NIwLhXOhyHxlXb6xijjQ3O6RU08ncmMvqHWByxg6uzZorrOJnLprdwxjPOc7Bu9VjiYKSsg7sB_kZdTWew-1TfU2TDxXUehfU/s2688/Estate%20Sale%20Find.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Botanical Roses Print" border="0" data-original-height="1464" data-original-width="2688" height="174" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYjc0N7e2mKmWEnsHbDcCGwcoPxCrX_diYy6R_JMJl2v6Vs2_c4KLrE15iw9RXNA8kdfwu4TyqxI3JHa1X0vd53Opom4NIwLhXOhyHxlXb6xijjQ3O6RU08ncmMvqHWByxg6uzZorrOJnLprdwxjPOc7Bu9VjiYKSsg7sB_kZdTWew-1TfU2TDxXUehfU/w320-h174/Estate%20Sale%20Find.jpg" title="Botanical from Hirshhorn Estate" width="320" /></a></div><p>Did I say how much I like hunting for vintage goodies? Of course, I have. Typically I do this by scouring flea markets, and sometimes eBay. This summer I discovered Estate Sales are another way to find treasures. One estate sale, actually. But I might go to some others now from time to time. For some reason I was seeing ads on Facebook for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/againla">Again LA Estate Sales</a>, based here in Los Angeles. They were advertising an estate sale for Naomi Hirshhorn who passed at 97. She was the daughter of <a href="https://hirshhorn.si.edu/explore/the-founding-donor/">Joseph Hirshhorn</a>, think Smithsonian Museum. I knew he was one of the art collecting greats, which made me very curious about his daughter. I was most curious about her house which was located in a more up-market neighborhood close to my home, and only an 18 minute walk per Google. How could I not go have a look. And as it turned out, I learned of the sale on the last day, when anything remaining was 75% off! Evidently her most valuable art was transferred to bigger art galleries for sale. But trust me, even on the last day of the sale, there was tons of "stuff" that had to go. I spent about $40.00 - and $20 went for this wonderful vintage framed botanical. Not bad. And to think I now have a piece, Hirshhorn. Crazy Find.</p><p> </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh8zyoThN9HnWB9goPaKjYH75Cu9PDGlnNkrMPWal3lAOgIUoyYQepBAgwokM39Y0MpGfDAl7EvKFz87CAHJQLKIQN_XePzW10m9E9PON49397Omzy8Nxf8NHBmZGOInF6QTN7OLK8WfQ7ZOw4CCxgeUWRWUMRzMzEmPWGBVPM-HUKxvWJ0FhrMnqs5Gs/s1512/Trader%20Joe%20Coffee.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Trader Joe Ethiopian Fair Trade Coffee" border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="1512" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh8zyoThN9HnWB9goPaKjYH75Cu9PDGlnNkrMPWal3lAOgIUoyYQepBAgwokM39Y0MpGfDAl7EvKFz87CAHJQLKIQN_XePzW10m9E9PON49397Omzy8Nxf8NHBmZGOInF6QTN7OLK8WfQ7ZOw4CCxgeUWRWUMRzMzEmPWGBVPM-HUKxvWJ0FhrMnqs5Gs/w200-h200/Trader%20Joe%20Coffee.jpg" title="Ethiopian Fair Trade Coffee" width="200" /></a></div>Finally a re-find. Several years ago, I had purchased Ethiopian fair trade coffee at Trader Joes. And then somehow I forgot how nice Ethiopian beans are. I'm once again drinking in style. And the best thing? This coffee is fair trade certified.<p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZHYQ6WOnskTmd4KsSYEbeprbZwLavqXiFTM1YecFz8PKYPsqjlZnsSmYqonuOPjGRtdhR8zenPpmsTDWQpc-yTQfW8LDB_uJDjbYynL70Mhb99m7dCmmse3DwGVBAecsrEFj8nl_IR3BIWI_SARicFiNbCzFeO-ppT927Drg06G9zS0GMYMf2Bz1oUOA/s1500/Summer%20Finds%20from%20Dunitz%20Blog.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZHYQ6WOnskTmd4KsSYEbeprbZwLavqXiFTM1YecFz8PKYPsqjlZnsSmYqonuOPjGRtdhR8zenPpmsTDWQpc-yTQfW8LDB_uJDjbYynL70Mhb99m7dCmmse3DwGVBAecsrEFj8nl_IR3BIWI_SARicFiNbCzFeO-ppT927Drg06G9zS0GMYMf2Bz1oUOA/w133-h200/Summer%20Finds%20from%20Dunitz%20Blog.jpg" title="Summer Finds Pin" width="133" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Summer Finds Pin<br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>We're in the throws of summer now. Summer is officially over the first Monday of September. That means between now and then, I hope to uncover some other fabulous finds. If and when I do, I'll add them to this post. In the meantime, have some fun and happy hunting for your own treasures. Let me what you discover. Maybe you'll find your next favorite on the <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> website! -ND<br /><p></p><p><br /><br /></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-16782513894092567112023-06-30T10:29:00.005-07:002023-06-30T10:32:05.541-07:00The Positive Side of COVID - from a Fair Trade Wholesaler Perspective<p>I know these have been tough times for so many of my fair trade wholesaler colleagues. We're finally on the other side of COVID and for many of us, much has changed. So many people I know crawled through COVID, and many business couldn't hold on. For me, I actually think a lot of good came out of COVID times, both personally and professionally. Sometimes the line between personal and profession blurs for me because my life is so intertwined with <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a>. I decided to ask several of my wholesaler friends what good came out of COVID for them. For me, the answer was simple. For others, as you'll soon read, they really pondered my question and their responses were much more detailed than I expected. My answer will come last. But for now, here is the question I posed and the replies I received.</p><p><span style="color: #274e13;"><b><i>NANCY:</i></b> <b>Phew! We're mostly on the other side of COVID. What a relief. I
know operating a business during the last few years has been so tough. I
also know that some good things came out of COVID times for many of us,
both personally and professionally. Would you care to comment on the
positives for you? (You can share either a personal tidbit,
professional tidbit, or both.)</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #274e13;"><b> </b></span></p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMETw5POeP3OMvhJKbzKEaM7WCMM1agpVZEL_GCM9hECxSQjUNS8nA56lnAV5YboGEBHy6quoi4uY9w11DrWgPlMkfm5XGwYNNkIQ0Npu-UGMxdV8jwcPL4gNuhkjW24tFYfx10zVkreP_BNPykdbPDvs4hAT_hqwDiWflYYpOw9U0_UpEKeKsCVtdhB0/s299/Maria%20from%20Mayamam.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Women doing community work" border="0" data-original-height="246" data-original-width="299" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMETw5POeP3OMvhJKbzKEaM7WCMM1agpVZEL_GCM9hECxSQjUNS8nA56lnAV5YboGEBHy6quoi4uY9w11DrWgPlMkfm5XGwYNNkIQ0Npu-UGMxdV8jwcPL4gNuhkjW24tFYfx10zVkreP_BNPykdbPDvs4hAT_hqwDiWflYYpOw9U0_UpEKeKsCVtdhB0/w200-h165/Maria%20from%20Mayamam.png" title="Women doing community work" width="200" /></a></b></div><b>Jennifer Webster, <a href="https://www.mayamamweavers.com/">Mayamam Weavers</a>: </b><span style="color: #999999;">If given a choice, we wouldn’t
wish to relive the pandemic but we also recognize there were some bright
moments during this time. As people spent more time at home, Mayamam
Weavers enjoyed an increase in website sales. Since traveling to Guatemala
wasn’t an option, the members of the cooperative learned to use technology more
to communicate with us in the US. Between using WhatsApp for quick questions to
scheduling zoom calls for planning meetings, we were able to forge ahead. One
of our backstrap weavers, Maria, was thrilled to have the opportunity to teach
a virtual embroidery class to Americans from Guatemala.</span>
<p></p><p></p><p><span class="s1" style="color: #999999; font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;"> </span></p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKcNqkIAvqxCQDbrRYFV2-bpIjG9teHgaDPbHCygu7j2FA-vk-lRyCalB0B7cDdPb_A73SEVNPJNrELUtsL_yIM5b188ydeBvB9ERZ6Z1SI4Nce6BE1mmJjSQQZjhlFysx-3GqODt-GYdEwx6QjROt6DksgNFFZguRiTqBq9P_OWHsRdNHnkZB39Aa6fM/s805/Karen%20Sparacio.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Woman at mountain view" border="0" data-original-height="604" data-original-width="805" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKcNqkIAvqxCQDbrRYFV2-bpIjG9teHgaDPbHCygu7j2FA-vk-lRyCalB0B7cDdPb_A73SEVNPJNrELUtsL_yIM5b188ydeBvB9ERZ6Z1SI4Nce6BE1mmJjSQQZjhlFysx-3GqODt-GYdEwx6QjROt6DksgNFFZguRiTqBq9P_OWHsRdNHnkZB39Aa6fM/w200-h150/Karen%20Sparacio.jpg" title="Woman at mountain view" width="200" /></a></b></div><b>Karen Sparacio, <a href="https://projecthavehope.org/">Project Have Hope</a>: </b><span style="color: #999999;">Despite the challenges of maintaining a business during COVID, COVID offered the opportunity to regroup, reconnect with myself and with
friends, and hit the pause button on the constant rat wheel of life. I
found time to climb mountains (literally) that cleared my mind to be
prepared to climb all of the figurative mountains erected from the
pandemic.</span><p></p><p></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" https:="" seedstosew.org="" style="clear: >Nina Moukova, <a href=;"><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_ZtIq3nVpDyOxlO_cEmwdFfl05BsbwosJzEAIAwjZreprUEHEYhESL01QrfRab-mhh0zlAw8MJ_TQ0vY22HVp0Jd6hJCzDRD0TImUCpJUD5IDeWt-0SrHX1Otvpx5fl3IzdNvQ5kSEhh9KJuUH1cmzHt7xNsC5lExUh9ujW-y1u4VDhJu8YzcUGFKgxY/s816/Seeds%20to%20Sew%20Artisans.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Artisans holding shirts" border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="816" height="118" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_ZtIq3nVpDyOxlO_cEmwdFfl05BsbwosJzEAIAwjZreprUEHEYhESL01QrfRab-mhh0zlAw8MJ_TQ0vY22HVp0Jd6hJCzDRD0TImUCpJUD5IDeWt-0SrHX1Otvpx5fl3IzdNvQ5kSEhh9KJuUH1cmzHt7xNsC5lExUh9ujW-y1u4VDhJu8YzcUGFKgxY/w200-h118/Seeds%20to%20Sew%20Artisans.jpg" title="Artisans holding shirts" width="200" /></a></div>Nina Moukova</b>, <a href="https://seedstosew.org/"><b>Seeds to Sew</b></a>: <span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #999999;">COVID has thrown a wrench
into things for many of us, especially those of us whose work supports
communities in other countries, on other continents. Trying to come up with any
positives that came out of the COVID pandemic, one thing stands out: Compassion
became endemic in our lives. People helped each other, checked on each other
and really connected in a way that we didn’t know before. Professionally, it
was wonderful to see so many people came forward and asked us how they can help
the women and girls in our programs, realizing that the people in developing
countries are the most vulnerable and need our support. The amount of volunteer
applications was (and is!) overwhelming and we have gained many new friends and
colleagues, who are still volunteering regularly, helping us raise money for
our programs any way they can. Thanks to our generous supporters, we were able
to provide the women in our programs in rural Kenya with necessities and
resources when they needed us the most. We are still feeling the aftermath of
the pandemic, but we are thankful we were able to get through it. Most
importantly, we are thankful to know that the women participating in our
programs are now much closer to becoming empowered and resourceful active
members of their local economy.</span></span></div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999;"> </span></div></b><p></p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKjj-OgEGOrg26HChL5yWWEayqwUkRhlaVfGBjNsB_4Y74EASy5GKucS6OQGxXadZ7O7gQFdIHhdYN2TtCr7lzuuXhrpNy9KKFFi9z7i-aIVxtbfQqeH1Bo3hiGW_8vdzBBqKCYPUdO8nSVHJAqD4A5eDx_IGloSP1NVjusSg0cvA7R8QvReJRlo7yP_A/s635/Sevya%20Peacock.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Peacock with feathers spread out" border="0" data-original-height="434" data-original-width="635" height="137" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKjj-OgEGOrg26HChL5yWWEayqwUkRhlaVfGBjNsB_4Y74EASy5GKucS6OQGxXadZ7O7gQFdIHhdYN2TtCr7lzuuXhrpNy9KKFFi9z7i-aIVxtbfQqeH1Bo3hiGW_8vdzBBqKCYPUdO8nSVHJAqD4A5eDx_IGloSP1NVjusSg0cvA7R8QvReJRlo7yP_A/w200-h137/Sevya%20Peacock.jpeg" title="Peacock with feathers spread out" width="200" /></a></b></div><b>Joan Rausch, <a href="https://sevya.com/">Sevya Handmade</a>: <span style="color: #999999;"> </span></b><span style="color: #999999;">My first thought was no more trade shows! That has been one of the
biggest blessings for sure. </span><i>(And this was #1 on my list too! I'll comment more on that when I share my answers below.)</i><span style="color: #999999;"> For us, less travels led to more time for
introspection, meditation, and consequently more clarity about what are
our priorities in this life and how to best nourish the ultimate freedom
of being alive to the limitless reality of each moment. All of this
feels like coming back full circle to where we were at when we first
started Sevya, with open hearts, free minds, and a clear vision of
giving oneself completely to what is. We had the opportunity to step back and take
perspective from the “busy-ness” of running a business and could focus
again on the heart and vision of our work. We are designing our
collections with renewed inspiration and gratitude for this blessing of
life.</span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"> </span></p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5hrvlssx9PCmKy7uN4AKhdVQvN79BKMEFes8QT4IxDm6oOmZm9ELDJGHdj01zriNTe1fJn7D7L7mwvLBaBw8IAE2Lmxt10pqX7m5fp1mY-Vr2xQp5Z6ggdulnpJcCsxi8L9iC77o6gt9Pl06k5a3WoydJQqHejy5OjVacOcegSFreCE4U6Xy9uWZa4OE/s639/Melissa%20Kendrick%20and%20neighbors.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Three women smiling" border="0" data-original-height="357" data-original-width="639" height="112" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5hrvlssx9PCmKy7uN4AKhdVQvN79BKMEFes8QT4IxDm6oOmZm9ELDJGHdj01zriNTe1fJn7D7L7mwvLBaBw8IAE2Lmxt10pqX7m5fp1mY-Vr2xQp5Z6ggdulnpJcCsxi8L9iC77o6gt9Pl06k5a3WoydJQqHejy5OjVacOcegSFreCE4U6Xy9uWZa4OE/w200-h112/Melissa%20Kendrick%20and%20neighbors.png" title="Three women smiling" width="200" /></a></b></div><b>Melissa Kendrick, <a href="https://sojournsfairtrade.com/pages/about-us">Sojourns Fair Trade</a>: </b><span class="x4k7w5x x1h91t0o x1h9r5lt x1jfb8zj xv2umb2 x1beo9mf xaigb6o x12ejxvf x3igimt xarpa2k xedcshv x1lytzrv x1t2pt76 x7ja8zs x1qrby5j" style="color: #999999;"> I discovered I had a more committed customer base who was hyper focused on keeping small
businesses afloat. This created a stronger sense of community that continues
now.</span><span style="color: #999999;"> </span><p></p><p><b></b></p><p><b></b></p><p><b></b></p><p><b></b></p><p><b><br /> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1uZRem0YWFvt2Xvj492RoAhHIc8QT73db-4_ytp851qibbSROHJkwUMuv4nf9ghWOlnZa-3LRHHEa9m7hYhLcpAJGIgfPuDwOAPzNZgwQgRc6N1Ua3y3PoSA8l0urWDYQDh_xuk-GYw0xHKHUf_jNE6sqchGtCvxZn9x4BQclzJ1zvIgllZd9ZSmHsUw/s274/HoonArts%20Virtual%20Classes.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Artisan making a scarf" border="0" data-original-height="274" data-original-width="255" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1uZRem0YWFvt2Xvj492RoAhHIc8QT73db-4_ytp851qibbSROHJkwUMuv4nf9ghWOlnZa-3LRHHEa9m7hYhLcpAJGIgfPuDwOAPzNZgwQgRc6N1Ua3y3PoSA8l0urWDYQDh_xuk-GYw0xHKHUf_jNE6sqchGtCvxZn9x4BQclzJ1zvIgllZd9ZSmHsUw/w186-h200/HoonArts%20Virtual%20Classes.png" title="Artisan making a scarf" width="186" /></a></div><b>Rikki Quintana, <a href="https://www.hoonarts.com/">Hoon Arts</a>: </b><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: #999999;">The COVID-19 pandemic saw me shifting online, like everyone else in the
world. For HoonArts, that meant that we started doing a lot of
virtual programming, including live events with our artisans (including
live from Central Asia). This has turned out to be a wonderful
opportunity to have our customers get "up close and personal" with our
artists and to expand our storytelling and marketing footprint. As a
result, we've even launched a new "Experience Box" product which
includes both handmade products and digital goodies</span></span><span style="color: #999999;"></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"> </span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"> </span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"> </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-0B868uI7lEIQDEYpstOxrLk51YWkvo2SZMKbYedL7KpcJE4TwRt1SWhSqTkIcDXvc9Fu1nR8C5-F5XT4m3xq6_kinFxevOu31sSC292h8SGej9Kj75bYRsyiLrJDfkEtss3g2WjpHDaY62jYQQWy6O5wwPR6UusK4b0lxYF_7VJt_yT1kJkCKA5PDC8/s510/Blossom%20Inspirations%20Mask.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="A colorful embroidered face mask" border="0" data-original-height="262" data-original-width="510" height="103" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-0B868uI7lEIQDEYpstOxrLk51YWkvo2SZMKbYedL7KpcJE4TwRt1SWhSqTkIcDXvc9Fu1nR8C5-F5XT4m3xq6_kinFxevOu31sSC292h8SGej9Kj75bYRsyiLrJDfkEtss3g2WjpHDaY62jYQQWy6O5wwPR6UusK4b0lxYF_7VJt_yT1kJkCKA5PDC8/w200-h103/Blossom%20Inspirations%20Mask.png" title="A colorful embroidered face mask" width="200" /></a></div><p><b></b></p><p><b>Rosa Chang, <a href="https://blossominspirations.com/">Blossom Inspirations</a>:<i> </i></b><i><span>(Rosa had a lot to say. And soon she may blog about it herself. Here is a bit from what she offered.)<span style="color: #999999;"> </span></span></i><span style="color: #999999;">I met YOU because of COVID! Our friendship started when you purchased one of our Arpillera masks. If you recall we developed these masks to support a vulnerable single mom without a job during the pandemic. </span><span><i>(I completely forgot about this!)<span style="color: #999999;"> </span></i><span style="color: #999999;">I had the time to write and publish a bilingual book for kids which helped support the basic needs of artisans. Blossom Inspirations, because of down time, was able to reset, restart and reimagine. Innovating with artisans during the pandemic virtually was possible with current technologies. And personally, I connected more with neighbors and I had time to learn more about black lives matter, fair trade, circular economy and sustainability.</span><i><span style="color: #999999;"><br /></span></i></span></p><p></p><p><span> And what were my positives?</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span><b></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0EJh4H6ps3hVVEUVrurAMhNCgFnOhDyc0S9TpVJT5cCM1WA14oii0_f1i_pKYGi3TwcZb80Ipzrb83hTIsjy9LWN-joNJFCTvjHli8e6b2TZaUBJX_Itkx0bVwYdLFzE1LAYzqv0jcVF_Gv7XXV1bX7fVPT8XrK35Y5O1acwUCizM0AQZRm4_-MV-Tmo/s1632/Nancy%20Dunitz%20self%20portrait.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Drawing of a girl and dog" border="0" data-original-height="1632" data-original-width="1224" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0EJh4H6ps3hVVEUVrurAMhNCgFnOhDyc0S9TpVJT5cCM1WA14oii0_f1i_pKYGi3TwcZb80Ipzrb83hTIsjy9LWN-joNJFCTvjHli8e6b2TZaUBJX_Itkx0bVwYdLFzE1LAYzqv0jcVF_Gv7XXV1bX7fVPT8XrK35Y5O1acwUCizM0AQZRm4_-MV-Tmo/w150-h200/Nancy%20Dunitz%20self%20portrait.jpg" title="Drawing of a girl and dog" width="150" /></a></b></span></div><p><span><b>Nancy Dunitz</b>, <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/"><b>Dunitz & Company</b></a>: <span style="color: #999999;">Professionally, I'm with</span><span style="color: #666666;"> <b>Sevya</b></span><span style="color: #999999;">. I'm thrilled to no longer be traveling to trade shows. When you travel to many, it is so draining. The advent of B2B wholesale websites, (which has resulted in smaller in-person gift shows) has made this possible. This allows me more freedom and time to focus on other areas of the business. Personally, two things stand out. I was a long time meditator and somewhere along they way, I stopped. At the beginning of lockdown, Bob Roth from the <a href="https://www.davidlynchfoundation.org/">David Lynch Foundation</a> began twice daily Zoom TM meditations. I'm back to 2x daily meditation and I'm certain this has kept me sane. And finally, I took up drawing. Perhaps you've seen some of my other blog posts where I've shared some of my drawings. I had taken a five day drawing course in Mexico in October 2019. When I came home, I bought supplies and did nothing with them. At the beginning of 2021, while we were all still sheltering in place I started drawing regularly. And now I can't stop. Without COVID, these positives would not have happened for me.</span> <i>(The drawing excerpt shown here, at time of posting is not finished. But it's what I'm working on right now. A self portrait with mascot, Bella.)the-positive-side-of-covi</i></span></p><p><span><i> </i></span></p><p></p><p><span></span></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9S9DdoLBmS63vYIvAMulcSO27KcP6y_NFJkkxi1VZ-ImfTXNbUhCRZGXc265Im87sRJ39ZUBBS9K165C5FcBi-dkAVXj7-VB6xcnohS2Y-CToG1giJLgp4eDwxZiYIJj2Cc5p8faIN99EEJJ1Yyzh-KgNCS4NPDHyMJFrtrxKnB31VcCkaGbkSdtiZ_k/s1500/Covid%20Positive%20Pin.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9S9DdoLBmS63vYIvAMulcSO27KcP6y_NFJkkxi1VZ-ImfTXNbUhCRZGXc265Im87sRJ39ZUBBS9K165C5FcBi-dkAVXj7-VB6xcnohS2Y-CToG1giJLgp4eDwxZiYIJj2Cc5p8faIN99EEJJ1Yyzh-KgNCS4NPDHyMJFrtrxKnB31VcCkaGbkSdtiZ_k/w133-h200/Covid%20Positive%20Pin.jpg" width="133" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pin our Blog?<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span>I know COVID times were tough. And for many, the effects are long term and many small businesses are still recovering. For this blog post, I wanted to focus on 'half full' vs 'half empty.' It's so inspiring to know that positives came out of these difficult times. A common thread among everyone who responded seems to be the opportunity and time for introspection, the growth of community and the observation of more compassion among people than we'd known existed. Do you have a positive to share? I'd love to hear about it and welcome you to email me at nancy@dunitz.com. Thank you for reading my blog.-ND<br /></span><p></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-48807765846463092012023-05-12T10:40:00.003-07:002023-05-12T11:12:05.530-07:00Why is Supporting Fair Trade Important to You?<p>It dawned on me that <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">fair trade jewelry</a> is sold in many stores that are not specifically and exclusively fair trade stores. Yet, many of our customers clearly support fair trade and ethically run small businesses. I wanted to give some of these buyers and store owners I know an opportunity to tell us why they support fair trade. I asked the question and here is what some of my retail partners had to say.</p><p> </p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjuVpd6qeVGcjmpwNE7bMa2ceYbdD2w61ZamlSpW8lLKzIzfkJ8KxOULEzj983tKJYQLsHaDAJbo3cDVGaFzFe2eBgjfa0s2JICJ7iGUBIkKDH62xvOc_t3d1XmaftTYcT4LighMuS_Svy1pXVs8Ugl6-0cspHr743sLXLaHUqXUgZVT7zQsfD5ULy/s680/North%20Fork%20Craft%20Gallery.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="510" data-original-width="680" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjuVpd6qeVGcjmpwNE7bMa2ceYbdD2w61ZamlSpW8lLKzIzfkJ8KxOULEzj983tKJYQLsHaDAJbo3cDVGaFzFe2eBgjfa0s2JICJ7iGUBIkKDH62xvOc_t3d1XmaftTYcT4LighMuS_Svy1pXVs8Ugl6-0cspHr743sLXLaHUqXUgZVT7zQsfD5ULy/w200-h150/North%20Fork%20Craft%20Gallery.jpg" width="200" /></a></b></div><b>Lyn Cooperman</b>, <a href="https://www.northforkcraftgallery.com/">North Fork Craft Gallery</a> - Wading River, NY says "Supporting Fair Trade is important to me because I feel my customers and
I are helping artisans in developing countries break the cycle of
poverty. One of my favorite experiences with a Fair Trade wholesaler was
soon after I was able to
reopen after the pandemic. I placed a large order and the owner of the
company called to personally thank me and shared that because of that
order 3 women were able to provide food for their families. It goes
without saying that the goods I purchase from
Fair Trade vendors are unique, well made, beautiful and representative
of their unique cultures."<p></p><p> </p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b></b></div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6eTEW-i3nS_o85NNK1N5KgISdbxt3J60W_UJpyGmyhzyzbrshUcmSL4On_UF8P4ZrUu8X5gHdpvneLFzuzN594HhQkwrV_8HclBhDQnQGye33nX0oH6BVDPZl_A7hJVAtZ_rQns-rZD-fj-82PJmPZR1hkkgS0R2wKHuoRNzRiDBNpQAFHEAQbX9B/s2016/Lima%20Bean.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2016" data-original-width="1512" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6eTEW-i3nS_o85NNK1N5KgISdbxt3J60W_UJpyGmyhzyzbrshUcmSL4On_UF8P4ZrUu8X5gHdpvneLFzuzN594HhQkwrV_8HclBhDQnQGye33nX0oH6BVDPZl_A7hJVAtZ_rQns-rZD-fj-82PJmPZR1hkkgS0R2wKHuoRNzRiDBNpQAFHEAQbX9B/w150-h200/Lima%20Bean.jpeg" width="150" /></a></div>Susan Hayes</b>, <a href="https://www.limabeanglass.com/">Lima Bean Glassworks & Gifts</a> - Danville, IL says "It is very important for us to support fair trade organizations to
ensure we’re engaged with those who share our goal of ensuring people in
every aspect of the creative and manufacturing process receive fair and
appropriate compensation for their contributions."<p></p><p><br /></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b><br /></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4fKKmew8TeJWv-vwkYZ0BoQdr9ULmsx9cObzR0nsYKLXaoEOqj4GaatDfatODa9kbgMi-ifbHTjF2ORFuk4h6N7lzJG3eCfl9ugNtZaKkj3yqlbZY0cdS7rA7lQR3Ei18mzTGPGJK38uChxk8utCTNd-H4V9dtX2NcG4shNvn9vHyXYuhskgU1Iwk/s497/Eclectic%20Calico.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="497" data-original-width="370" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4fKKmew8TeJWv-vwkYZ0BoQdr9ULmsx9cObzR0nsYKLXaoEOqj4GaatDfatODa9kbgMi-ifbHTjF2ORFuk4h6N7lzJG3eCfl9ugNtZaKkj3yqlbZY0cdS7rA7lQR3Ei18mzTGPGJK38uChxk8utCTNd-H4V9dtX2NcG4shNvn9vHyXYuhskgU1Iwk/w149-h200/Eclectic%20Calico.jpg" width="149" /></a></b></div><b>Jennifer Scott</b>, <a href="https://eclecticcalico.com/">Eclectic Calico</a> - Madison, NC says "Supporting fair trade is very important to me and to my small business. First and foremost, I love people, ALL of them. I can't think of a better way to show that love than to purchase products that are made by people around the world. The fair trade requirements help ensure that these artisans are treated fairly and earn a fair wage. Secondly, it is important that we reach outside of the day to day world we know. Most Americans have all their needs and many of their wants met and have little idea of how the rest of the world lives. It is important to me to have these products in my small business in small town America. I enjoy sharing about these products and the artisans that craft them. I hope what my customers hear, see, and purchase makes a lasting impression on how they view others."<p></p><p> </p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizxOLHF7uUR_3fTzOavdkXAusGUjMaVsppzZT_sNjfiPl0si9vF3SmhyiEmfCxkMXJulGPp4hm5IEp3Njf3uEps2BwWnSXWlSqxgbo47SD_Ti7GskWxc9XnGwGESaaPKlQFqO7-vERm5DrcuQLnDT7cUxPguw3p0py5FEQ7uyoVUq9Bj3zygl8qVLU/s275/Patti%20Opel.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="275" data-original-width="219" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizxOLHF7uUR_3fTzOavdkXAusGUjMaVsppzZT_sNjfiPl0si9vF3SmhyiEmfCxkMXJulGPp4hm5IEp3Njf3uEps2BwWnSXWlSqxgbo47SD_Ti7GskWxc9XnGwGESaaPKlQFqO7-vERm5DrcuQLnDT7cUxPguw3p0py5FEQ7uyoVUq9Bj3zygl8qVLU/w159-h200/Patti%20Opel.jpg" width="159" /></a></b></div><p><b>Patti Opel</b>, <a href="http://www.kookseye.com/">Kook's Eye Gallery</a> - Pentwater, MI says "I came about owning a business because ultimately personal
responsibility is a keystone to my personal philosophy. With that comes
making good choices for myself, my customers and the globe. The more
ethically a product is produced everyone involved in the process
benefits. Ultimately, I place a high value on handmade hand crafted
products. There is a strong humanitarian appeal to hold on to an object
that someone has spent time and energy to produce. Knowing that fair
wages, good working conditions and a sustainable future are part of that is why fair trade is important to me. Supporting fair trade simply is the right thing to
do." </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLOgE8uv5WD6QwxtQVAMZUCLZws9ovc4R6R0kHrEd4SlErzHtDOE3P41ygbB0-wrHtwEKppRw39VGH9NJPo737qSwQqRJYdIP_ZgSYI8yN8WgWNpiAkGaWvKdFkL4lLbBAID8e0-yT28V-cwqSoEZ0FhxlwYpIGKAXeQEfW1iIDspGcuBhJi_1EeRL/s871/Animas%20Trading.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="871" data-original-width="750" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLOgE8uv5WD6QwxtQVAMZUCLZws9ovc4R6R0kHrEd4SlErzHtDOE3P41ygbB0-wrHtwEKppRw39VGH9NJPo737qSwQqRJYdIP_ZgSYI8yN8WgWNpiAkGaWvKdFkL4lLbBAID8e0-yT28V-cwqSoEZ0FhxlwYpIGKAXeQEfW1iIDspGcuBhJi_1EeRL/w173-h200/Animas%20Trading.jpg" width="173" /></a></b></div><p><b>Lea Osby</b>, <a href="https://animastradingdurango.com/">Animas Trading Company</a> - Durango, CO says "We always jump at the opportunity to work with vendors that support and
provide for struggling communities. So many corporate companies today
turn a blind eye to developing countries' struggles and how they are
contributing to those struggles. We have always believed that a lot of
small steps taken by small businesses can make a world of a difference.
At Animas Trading, we pride ourselves on carrying fair trade products
because we believe it is incredibly important to source from and support
ethical and sustainably run businesses. No community should be
exploited and businesses should hold themselves accountable for the
environmental and ethical effect small decisions can make. We believe
that fair trade is an amazing way to start affecting positive change in
the world!"</p><p> </p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_pjvqngqImct2Ea1Q8f-mKq_NXT9Z48nkEKpOA9R3_pvo7SFaQtnFIad8S_pJUIZ-M_JfkN22WBdLUR4TVaOWQG1_4vRuUwAvuGCCHy6U2j3wut3vlhxLIUE6fsEzlQArTfzhuXodoukk2CRiFbZliscCSPpuRdu-U1IAv_t8YvT60_dy34QetAtX/s650/VMFA%20Shop.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="650" height="93" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_pjvqngqImct2Ea1Q8f-mKq_NXT9Z48nkEKpOA9R3_pvo7SFaQtnFIad8S_pJUIZ-M_JfkN22WBdLUR4TVaOWQG1_4vRuUwAvuGCCHy6U2j3wut3vlhxLIUE6fsEzlQArTfzhuXodoukk2CRiFbZliscCSPpuRdu-U1IAv_t8YvT60_dy34QetAtX/w200-h93/VMFA%20Shop.jpg" width="200" /></a></b></div><p><b>Bernadette Goudelock</b>, <a href="https://vmfashop.com/">Virginia Museum of Fine Art Shop</a> - Richmond VA says "<span new="" quot="" roman="">The Virginia Museum of Fine Art Shop
searches the world to provide a diverse selection of merchandise including
unique jewelry. Fair trade vendors like Dunitz & Company fill the niche of
handmade pieces that are unique and it provides our customers a selection of
well-crafted jewelry that is not commonplace or can be found just about
anywhere. </span><span face=""Times New Roman","serif" mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"">The VMFA Shop strives to support
fair trade vendors and artisans. By promoting their jewelry and sustainable
material used we provide opportunities that artisans may not have had
otherwise. We hope to gain a wider awareness for these artists that are
creating great wearable art. </span></p><p></p><p></p><div><b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQWsVSAX7jjgnYDUYlusMK4ARVxFNA0nKz_70IgDcRXbSgxU_e2F3i43Xl4sRydvVuJpOAu8SdD7UbhKFeQ915YJaABhyrtw1-yZMZLKzTXiBGBk5f5SkXLsjrL_mUGR-3VaMNqAAvZcFPvDb_VUJUrFcMD65hl4l6Gmbo7rsnW0OJZtyLiv4b_4rv/s680/Floral%20and%20Hardy.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="680" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQWsVSAX7jjgnYDUYlusMK4ARVxFNA0nKz_70IgDcRXbSgxU_e2F3i43Xl4sRydvVuJpOAu8SdD7UbhKFeQ915YJaABhyrtw1-yZMZLKzTXiBGBk5f5SkXLsjrL_mUGR-3VaMNqAAvZcFPvDb_VUJUrFcMD65hl4l6Gmbo7rsnW0OJZtyLiv4b_4rv/w200-h133/Floral%20and%20Hardy.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Amy Scipioni</b>, <a href="https://floralandhardyofskippack.com/">Floral & Hardy</a> - Skippack PA says "I purchase from Fair Trade sources because I believe in ethical
business practices that take into account the environment and at the
same time support the actual producers whose hands create the
wonderful products."</div><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPXmup2Sc7yhYr_YvMLNzsM938nm8dq-wG6lQudiMGdqTm9fubjNfttTdO5QHTuQouGFErUu6gwpv7gsf-m-p6EwRuwTgAfizUv6KedfZgcWf0S93ZSkvxwa3VAFgt2hmPHXXEhQ9BXVVOp1u5r9HF2a2f7UBY2lru-QYJlfYyezZYyOuuockQBw77/s1156/Key%20West%20Art%20Store.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="771" data-original-width="1156" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPXmup2Sc7yhYr_YvMLNzsM938nm8dq-wG6lQudiMGdqTm9fubjNfttTdO5QHTuQouGFErUu6gwpv7gsf-m-p6EwRuwTgAfizUv6KedfZgcWf0S93ZSkvxwa3VAFgt2hmPHXXEhQ9BXVVOp1u5r9HF2a2f7UBY2lru-QYJlfYyezZYyOuuockQBw77/w200-h133/Key%20West%20Art%20Store.jpg" width="200" /></a></b></div><b>Dan Ayers-Price</b>, <a href="https://www.kwahs.org/shop">Key West Art & Historical Society</a> - Key West, FL says "<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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offerings to represent our mission, exhibits and artifacts as best we can in
order to extend the guests experience from the museum into the museum
store. While this often includes a lot of custom made/bespoke items, I
have always felt that Fair Trade, in all forms, is equally as representable
within our offerings. The trend of shopping smarter, shopping American
made and shopping Fair Trade is something that everyone is embracing and
seeking out, especially the younger generations, and will continue to grow as
we embrace a global mindset. The sheer creativity and resourcefulness of
Fair Trade items is art within itself." </span><p></p><p><span style="color: black;"> </span></p><p></p><p><span width="200"></span></p><span><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiihjorXR7zapKi7vwu-QyN_AjonAP7JddauU33vP3HSCl9qVH-OpeyIY4RZzJ-NYQYbPXwflIOtE83PNkP7JDMCV4ou2qM2uak3oYSQAxGwqnDtwLGq5mNyHXw55_HUjfNhyyhd6bERuoyFCNf7fmi2yLwCRbWWr6GlMff9jCG-8wnSsE2kb3UysAx/s604/Kathys%20Kove.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="604" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiihjorXR7zapKi7vwu-QyN_AjonAP7JddauU33vP3HSCl9qVH-OpeyIY4RZzJ-NYQYbPXwflIOtE83PNkP7JDMCV4ou2qM2uak3oYSQAxGwqnDtwLGq5mNyHXw55_HUjfNhyyhd6bERuoyFCNf7fmi2yLwCRbWWr6GlMff9jCG-8wnSsE2kb3UysAx/w200-h150/Kathys%20Kove.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Kathy LaCorte</b>, <a href="https://kathyskove.com/">Kathy's Kove & Kafe</a> - Washington, NJ says "</span>After seeing first hand how people who are living in poverty try so hard
to earn money, I felt the need for an organized and cooperative effort
to give these people an opportunity to earn money by providing their
crafts to people who appreciate them. In this way, they feel pride in a
job well done, are working in a safe environment and earn a living to
provide housing and education to their families. Through fair trade they see real
possibilities for their future."
<p></p><p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRlfUeuw91lm4qaQQTIWFdaao6iR4hBzqumoH_mag3d1faAo7rz9XvI9K7FdVlgcQSsGp0KAdKzRtPqdxjExYPGEo7LRixXltTy1R9H6pJ9xB5r0Wxlp5kjTz6Qi-hLsAkDwuLehMLoRx96DNu2IEXLWn7YxByyBY0_ZBa__V3LM0hc_47QTr8v-9n/s1500/Why%20do%20you%20support%20FT%20PIN.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRlfUeuw91lm4qaQQTIWFdaao6iR4hBzqumoH_mag3d1faAo7rz9XvI9K7FdVlgcQSsGp0KAdKzRtPqdxjExYPGEo7LRixXltTy1R9H6pJ9xB5r0Wxlp5kjTz6Qi-hLsAkDwuLehMLoRx96DNu2IEXLWn7YxByyBY0_ZBa__V3LM0hc_47QTr8v-9n/w133-h200/Why%20do%20you%20support%20FT%20PIN.jpg" width="133" /></a></div>I know the <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> collection is pretty and well made, and for that alone, many stores will sell our designs. For me, it is just as important that our jewelry is verified fair trade by <a href="https://www.fairtradefederation.org/">Fair Trade Federation</a>. In my eyes and heart, this is the only combination that works. I am so thankful for my retail partners who share the same beliefs we do at Dunitz & Company. Together we all make a big difference. Tell me. Why do you support fair trade? -ND<br /><p></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-52593279936174915002023-04-12T13:48:00.003-07:002023-04-12T14:32:17.977-07:00The Early Days: Dunitz & Company Stories Part#2<p>Many of you are familiar with <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company's</a> <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">fair trade jewelry</a> collection. It's beautifully and consistently made. For many years now, you can count on us delivering exactly what you assume you will receive. Being able to do that didn't happen overnight. When I first jumped in and started my business, things didn't always happen so smoothly. Let me share some stories here and on some future posts.</p><p>As I mentioned in my last blog post, I was working a corporate job at MGM/UA when I first decided to explore business opportunities in Guatemala. Initially I was focused on starting a business offering home decor items. After my initial trip to Guatemala, I knew I wanted to keep at it. </p><p>You won't believe, <i>but you must</i>, a few of the serendipitous situations that resulted in my decided to jump ship and leave my position at MGM/UA. Believe it or not, I learned that my boss intended to promote me on the very day I offered my resignation. It was an easy decision. At that point, I'd already garnered a large order from a prestigious department store. <br /></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiafG6fqlxw19qiVGjeOunKmJEPomSUJo0tCBf7cD_W_8hLEOeEVAK2PkiB1-8duo94uDjNNR026xn4j6e3-QYLqQ1nFoBmNJ05VymoLS_Z70qrdViH-ldC_0Jc37192sQ7tSjB5vri286H9uNTBgSidHqB_Si2M9SELWe66vY56tzD0a7-BHAuaSvC/s3024/Glass%20Dish.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiafG6fqlxw19qiVGjeOunKmJEPomSUJo0tCBf7cD_W_8hLEOeEVAK2PkiB1-8duo94uDjNNR026xn4j6e3-QYLqQ1nFoBmNJ05VymoLS_Z70qrdViH-ldC_0Jc37192sQ7tSjB5vri286H9uNTBgSidHqB_Si2M9SELWe66vY56tzD0a7-BHAuaSvC/w200-h200/Glass%20Dish.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>On my first trip to Guatemala, I had discovered some exquisite glass bowls at a fancy gallery-like store in a more monied district of Guatemala City. Intuitively, I knew pounding the pavement in this neighborhood would trigger ideas for higher end decorative accessories I might find in-Country and offer to stylish patrons in the US. I had decided to hire Ray Morales, who I had met on a previous trip at a smoky bar that many x-pats patronized to be my driver and guide. I shared my find with Ray and before I arrived he had visited that fancy store on my behalf. The glass artist had left her pieces there on consignment, and Ray had told them that he had an artist friend that wanted to study glass making. Somehow he finagled Patricia Crowe's home studio address from the store and we went to meet her. I think we drove by a few times before we found her at home and discussed my desire to offer her work in the USA. She explained how she made her fused glass bowls and hand-painted each piece with traditional Guatemalan iconography from villages all over the country. I bought some samples to hand-carry home. We worked out pricing. And we also negotiated that the designs I offered in the US, she would not offer to others. With his resources, Ray helped me get a contract drawn up. Contracts are meant to keep honest people honest. If Patricia had sold the designs I wanted to offer to others, there really wasn't going to be much I could do.<p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiMWNljePBTRN7GBDTW7f_N3JqQURU9GNfYbJjKa-p5_6yt2Ly_m9qxM8v-nUPl6KylB-ZjhEeQwYzFVnLLpKKB0Dqp-CajQzsXXaA-a3Nfp7FtzhcLlxkuuT6v0a64-AoZwtrx4o1ZKFhFUeXKQal5HRFarfsHbkP3c_SLgQ5rr-cfU_c4JiKubhZ/s3024/Green%20Dish.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiMWNljePBTRN7GBDTW7f_N3JqQURU9GNfYbJjKa-p5_6yt2Ly_m9qxM8v-nUPl6KylB-ZjhEeQwYzFVnLLpKKB0Dqp-CajQzsXXaA-a3Nfp7FtzhcLlxkuuT6v0a64-AoZwtrx4o1ZKFhFUeXKQal5HRFarfsHbkP3c_SLgQ5rr-cfU_c4JiKubhZ/w200-h200/Green%20Dish.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>After I returned from that second exploratory trip with my glass samples in tow, I showed them to a friend and colleague at MGM. Crazy as it is, she had previously worked at I.Magnin, an upscale department store <i>(that no longer exists)</i> and knew the home decor buyer very well. She made the introduction and I swear, 10 days later, not only had I met the buyer, I had a $8000 purchase order.<b><i> In my entire career, I am certain I've never written another order that easily.</i></b> It <b>was</b> the sign to change my life.<i> (It was after that, oy, I had to learn how to import heavy glass items, custom brokering, packing glass and dealing with a Department Store!) *</i>[BTW, We still have many gorgeous bowls and trays. Inquire if you'd like some!]<br /><p></p><p><br /> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixzqW4RYISoakHW6orHdgG8NjKfwx9NbkJkvZkmfe8t-SOAQT2y8qYq3IO6t3V2kFC28aWjOevTACwG_IYzXmw59TaBXriu01zs84DuG8fL2yYaMjIWMAxuIPKoWzH_vS2WlwjkSNfwT3O4QI6-zwWm27xb_j3C27QCO3zvXCXP3dV_X-vn0HGOmZb/s568/Ciudad%20Vieja.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="366" data-original-width="568" height="206" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixzqW4RYISoakHW6orHdgG8NjKfwx9NbkJkvZkmfe8t-SOAQT2y8qYq3IO6t3V2kFC28aWjOevTACwG_IYzXmw59TaBXriu01zs84DuG8fL2yYaMjIWMAxuIPKoWzH_vS2WlwjkSNfwT3O4QI6-zwWm27xb_j3C27QCO3zvXCXP3dV_X-vn0HGOmZb/s320/Ciudad%20Vieja.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>There were other events that might have deterred me from continuing. I previously mentioned that when I started my business, Guatemala was in the midst of civil war, something that I clearly ignored. Guatemala is most known for artisan made textiles and weaving. My hope was to offer traditional designs and also modern takes on traditional designs. With this in mind, Ray had a Guatemalan friend, Linda who was a teacher in a village above Ciudad Vieja, not far from Antigua. If you were brave enough to visit Guatemala in the late 80s, Ciudad Vieja was on the tourist route. Ray thought his friend might introduce me to some of her student's mothers and they could create weavings for me to offer in the States. With this in mind, we drove to the village located in the volcano foothills, where I met with some of the mothers. I had a series of questions. "How long does it take to make a placemat?" "Can you create custom designs?" "What is the cost?" After a lengthy discussion about possibly working together, we told the women we'd be back in 10 days to learn their answers. No pressure. </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6RO1xrZRLJBUZCj4JPnKhC3kz0LPadT1QwGDohYIb8NMqcL6yIdpuiWp9j71w0GQ-Nca1Yr4a5K9cM45P7qEoPSikA8vKBUdb8Hp1v8EopTJZAwJsov674omDarwW52MqV4Qkl4pdAlf--R5pVsYBHlZgOizf-yRVSWC9-kKW0AxoXpLDZPF54QiA/s601/Weaver.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="440" data-original-width="601" height="146" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6RO1xrZRLJBUZCj4JPnKhC3kz0LPadT1QwGDohYIb8NMqcL6yIdpuiWp9j71w0GQ-Nca1Yr4a5K9cM45P7qEoPSikA8vKBUdb8Hp1v8EopTJZAwJsov674omDarwW52MqV4Qkl4pdAlf--R5pVsYBHlZgOizf-yRVSWC9-kKW0AxoXpLDZPF54QiA/w200-h146/Weaver.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>What happened was outright scary. Linda was fired from her teaching position. And the message that came back was "this is Guerilla territory and we don't want any foreigners messing with our Indians. If she (<i>that's me</i>) comes back, she won't be going back. We suggest you don't mess with the Indians living over that mountain in the next village because that is Mafioso territory, and they don't want you working with their Indians either." Decision made. I didn't pursue that project and I never returned to that village. Sad, right?<br /><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p>Which carried more weight? A big order or a threat on my life? It seems the desire and promise of building a business won. I worked laboriously, making many mistakes and accomplishing some wins. I carried on. I do wish I had had a mentor early on, which I never did. I learned by trial and error and a lot of hip shooting. It was hand to mouth for me for several years. But in the end <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a>, my fair trade business succeeded. Stay tuned for more stories. I have plenty of them. -ND<br /></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-19301590338432427782023-03-07T10:40:00.006-08:002023-03-07T16:56:29.169-08:00In The Beginning; My Dunitz & Company Story Part#1<p><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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</xml><![endif]-->I started <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> a long time ago. Initially I
dreamed of opening a retail store and working with artisans all around the
world. After some due diligence, I decided building a wholesale business made
more sense for me. That was in 1988 when I was still working at MGM/UA, then
located in Culver City, CA. I had a promising career in the entertainment
business, but I just wasn’t that happy. I always joke I’d be a lot richer
(money-wise) today if I’d stuck to that course. In 1985, I left a position I
had at Warner Home Video for a year of travel. I was restless then too. Most of
my time was spent in Asia and I’m certain that that is where the initial notion
of exploring and offering world crafts came from.
</p><p class="MsoNormal">It’s a bit of a blur when I think about the early days of
Dunitz & Company. I was young and stupid and did a lot of shooting from the
hip. While still working at my corporate gig, I decided to take a vacation to
Guatemala. I didn’t know if it was time to actively seek a new “job” or take a
leap and start my own business.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Assuming
I would throw my hat in the ring and start a business, Guatemala was a country
a lot closer to me than any of those I’d visited and really enjoyed in Asia. It
meant spending a lot less hours on a plane. The time I could steal away for
traveling was limited by my allotted vacation. And I knew I’d find lots of
beautifully made crafts in the “Land of Eternal Spring.” I assumed Guatemala
would be an easier place to start a business. What I didn’t realize, and later ignored
was that Guatemala was in the midst of Civil War and since the early 60’s more
than 200,000 people were either killed or forcibly taken never to be heard from
again. The peace accords weren’t actually signed until 1996. It was rough times
in Guatemala and there weren’t a lot of travelers there. Those of us that were
there, traveled by public chicken bus. It would be years before travelers could
easily move about Guatemala by tourist vans. In 1988 it was me and my Lonely
Planet guidebook being courageous.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzuteWCb67ZCCnPLgbOTSzZn3u-LRmTHlAUUzuJWsWkQOXPjJ-69Ckw1mj6re_0CkgYGK269G4aFzYrDl_cnmiPNF0WDGXtzuaFBXvM4CzeRJ5j-qhe8Ow_dgLsnGGmfCvyRfbgvv587pKptuLBOHLDEyRBd53k8aX47JBvkINvfZHhOsizQ1EqyK5/s959/Market%20Day%20in%20Antigua.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="672" data-original-width="959" height="140" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzuteWCb67ZCCnPLgbOTSzZn3u-LRmTHlAUUzuJWsWkQOXPjJ-69Ckw1mj6re_0CkgYGK269G4aFzYrDl_cnmiPNF0WDGXtzuaFBXvM4CzeRJ5j-qhe8Ow_dgLsnGGmfCvyRfbgvv587pKptuLBOHLDEyRBd53k8aX47JBvkINvfZHhOsizQ1EqyK5/w200-h140/Market%20Day%20in%20Antigua.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Market Day in Antigua<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>That first trip to Guatemala I was mostly a tourist. I
checked out the markets and galleries in Guatemala City. I strolled the cobbled
streets of Antigua and was in total awe of the colonial architecture. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And yes, I took one of those chicken buses to Chichicastenango to explore their big Thursday market and to
Panajachel so I could visit the towns around Lake Atitlan. Although I was playing tourist, my primary
motivation for visiting Guatemala was to explore arts and crafts and see if it
was a country that offered potential for business. <br /><br /><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(I’ve changed many
names, to protect the people I write about.)</i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">It felt a bit scary on that first trip to Guatemala. I
didn’t have a clue of where I should go, what I should see and how I should get
around. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Initially I booked myself a room
in a small worn down hotel in a tough part of town, Zone 1 of Guatemala City.
Picture a charming old building with lots of dark stained wood paneling with
peeling wallpaper. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I remember it was a
block from Café Leon where I could snag some good coffee and later mail 1lb bags
home to friends and family. It was also an easy walk to Bar Europa.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8u6fp9jHiJo5nOefIKDJ-Qq00IyOSO4DHe8tJwPy_GQ-hDqLclYoQuvdB6BH_7LVdjmW0UTF42HNwvvyjAtMFOIbK391mEnkfc1yiau85em5yFYLqM4TzelXc_TAY18EKms_mbEwaVgfIMbtajCQ0THxVvkuRfIZ6_a7bRSprvoDI4sXZWTA_X0ny/s959/Nancy%20and%20Ray.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="666" data-original-width="959" height="139" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8u6fp9jHiJo5nOefIKDJ-Qq00IyOSO4DHe8tJwPy_GQ-hDqLclYoQuvdB6BH_7LVdjmW0UTF42HNwvvyjAtMFOIbK391mEnkfc1yiau85em5yFYLqM4TzelXc_TAY18EKms_mbEwaVgfIMbtajCQ0THxVvkuRfIZ6_a7bRSprvoDI4sXZWTA_X0ny/w200-h139/Nancy%20and%20Ray.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Nancy & Ray, my driver<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Bar Europa in Zone 1 was the place ex-pats and tough guys
hung out. I had heard if I wanted to make useful connections, I should venture
out to this place. I did. It was smoky and there was lots of drinking. I don’t
smoke and I’m not much of a drinker. I was definitely out of my element. I did
however meet some interesting people. One person I met was Ray Morales, a Texan
who had been living in Guatemala for many years and was married to a Guatemalan
woman who worked at the US Consulate office. There is no question that he was
once a mercenary who had turned a page. At the time I met him and when he
could, he hired himself out as a guide and driver. Since traveling around
Guatemala was near impossible, I knew our acquaintance could be advantageous if
and when I returned to Guatemala.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He
charged a daily rate, and on top of that, I would have to pay gas, his hotel
and food. <br /><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">On one of my first evenings in Guatemala, I met a man, Carlos
Duarte, who was the age my father would have been. My mother actually obtained
his contact information for me when she knew I was traipsing off to Guatemala.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He was a financially successful businessman,
living in Guatemala City. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>His cousin was
the husband of one of the women in my mom’s card group. Now widowed, that
friend of my mom’s thought meeting Carlos might be advantageous for me. Carlos
picked me up and brought me to his home where I met his wife and we had dinner.
Evidently his kids were at school in the US. Their home was in a posh
neighborhood and it was behind barbed wire.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>He operated sewing shops where he manufactured clothing for distributors
and retailers abroad. I learned that his business partner had been murdered for
most likely political reasons, the details I never ascertained. I think Carlos
was impressed with my moxie and he offered me a job repping his business in the
USA. The truth is, if I wasn’t going to continue on the corporate route back in
the States, I knew I would start my own business working with artisans. After
dinner Carlos dropped me off at my hotel. I knew if I ever got into trouble in
Guatemala I could look him up again. Thankfully, I never had to do that.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">It was suggested by the people I met in Guate <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(Guatemala City) </i>that Panajachel would
be the best place to make artisan connections. It was one of the few places
artisans could travel and meet tourists, to sell their goods. On most days
there were many Mayan men and women lined up on the street with their baskets
of weavings and carvings. It was obvious to me that there was a plethora of
opportunity in this country where so many seemed to have little opportunity.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCvmOTgbpdgF2nTpmyMXluVl1pu-dfLbSPw4bzlSEm6WsL7d_NhFj9NglUzeamXR5McH89J7kmXdzALaBuwwCMl1KRCjFukjhJHlOXOnha0PAcWAqkr1FzpiMa9MXgmRSpe-7iAEHcl1ATO3Q648xv90mCfhCXjPwe68NnR0mX4D93eCdrXpR5v5pE/s959/Nancy%20in%20Santiago%20Atitlan.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="678" data-original-width="959" height="141" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCvmOTgbpdgF2nTpmyMXluVl1pu-dfLbSPw4bzlSEm6WsL7d_NhFj9NglUzeamXR5McH89J7kmXdzALaBuwwCMl1KRCjFukjhJHlOXOnha0PAcWAqkr1FzpiMa9MXgmRSpe-7iAEHcl1ATO3Q648xv90mCfhCXjPwe68NnR0mX4D93eCdrXpR5v5pE/w200-h141/Nancy%20in%20Santiago%20Atitlan.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Learning about Weaving</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>El Chisme, which no longer exists, was the place for
breakfast and hob knobbing amongst foreigners who lived in Panajachel or those
living in neighboring lake towns. It was owned by an American couple that had
shuttered the place while they temporarily <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>moved back to the States, due to the instability
of Guatemala. Apparently many foreigners who had been living in Guatemala left
for their safety in the early 80’s and were now gradually returning. The ex-pat
community was quite varied. There were those that chose to live in Guatemala
because it was beautiful and inexpensive. I met retired teachers and a doctor that had lost his license to practice (in the States.) <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And there were the x- Rajneesh followers. Lots
of them. There was no shortage of people I met at El Chisme with colorful
stories. And because many of them were interested in my story, I was able to
meet many of the people that helped change my life. And with changing my life,
it allowed me to change the lives of many others. <br /><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">But that is for Part#2. After all, I had to return to Los
Angeles and my job at MGM/UA and marinate on all I’d learned on that first
exploratory trip to Guatemala. Would I look for a new job? Would I pursue a
business of my own? <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(I guess you know the
answer to that question.)</i> Would I spend more time in Guatemala before
taking my next steps? Stay tuned. I promise to write another segment soon.- ND</p>
<p></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-56556313293545579842022-11-25T12:17:00.002-08:002022-11-25T12:55:32.038-08:00My Choices for this Fair Trade Holiday Season - Edibles & Consumables<p>I love receiving gifts. After living so many years (oy!) I have so much stuff. What does that mean? My favorite gifts are edibles and consumables. Here are some fantastic gifts for Holiday 2023 that are just that. My choices support fair trade and many of my <a href="https://www.fairtradefederation.org/">Fair Trade Federation</a> colleagues. <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm9NPZ-usbJQcXbiKN7ny01fhuHfHN_7J-S_rd8ZTC2m-Vt4bbUQgXXO7E6bOXRzAicV6MI1rBMqbk4r2D5r0UvIlN9crSqLphd2YrcYjZZZZsi_2Q4ityyBprnTvbKp0-a7Da9_pfBKrJyKXfrTwe0-97DU7Pe9cUPTJSDGJPE5oCFqS_fh2t5AZT/s1390/Deans%20Beans%20Guatemalan%20Coffee.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1390" data-original-width="1242" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm9NPZ-usbJQcXbiKN7ny01fhuHfHN_7J-S_rd8ZTC2m-Vt4bbUQgXXO7E6bOXRzAicV6MI1rBMqbk4r2D5r0UvIlN9crSqLphd2YrcYjZZZZsi_2Q4ityyBprnTvbKp0-a7Da9_pfBKrJyKXfrTwe0-97DU7Pe9cUPTJSDGJPE5oCFqS_fh2t5AZT/w179-h200/Deans%20Beans%20Guatemalan%20Coffee.jpeg" width="179" /></a></div><a href="https://deansbeans.com/products/guatemalan-medium"><br />Dean's Beans for Coffee</a>: My choice of course comes from Guatemala where <a href="http://www.shopdunitz.com">Dunitz & Company</a> has worked with artisans since 1989. Not only do I adore Guatemalan coffee, my choice is always medium roast. Enjoy a good cup of coffee and know workers were treated fairly. 1lb for $14.89 <br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.globalgiftsft.com/rose-soap.html"></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKWDbfCEOFnOG-cc-NFwy19chnF-TTTeIhIF4-XYhEc6kP7HaxAI1TwTL6ISRY_AjoSPmo2FT6lTxYBrXfx5zrtundjDgU6mMkI2n0oOWbXmW3UOXYjdCghXPkHU9z_IknOuQHcCCUi-LWkadmNxuHq1FK6hmGHP1V8I7c1U04jYl6r61QXrtLvUlu/s951/Rose%20Soap%20-%20Global%20Gifts.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="832" data-original-width="951" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKWDbfCEOFnOG-cc-NFwy19chnF-TTTeIhIF4-XYhEc6kP7HaxAI1TwTL6ISRY_AjoSPmo2FT6lTxYBrXfx5zrtundjDgU6mMkI2n0oOWbXmW3UOXYjdCghXPkHU9z_IknOuQHcCCUi-LWkadmNxuHq1FK6hmGHP1V8I7c1U04jYl6r61QXrtLvUlu/w200-h175/Rose%20Soap%20-%20Global%20Gifts.png" width="200" /></a></div><p><a href="https://www.globalgiftsft.com/rose-soap.html"><br />Ten Thousand Villages Rose Soap</a>: A repeat performance on this one! I bought several types of TTV soaps from <a href="https://www.globalgiftsft.com/">Global Gifts Fair Trade</a> a couple of years ago for gifts for Mr. Postman, Mr. DHL, Mr. Fedex and a bunch of other friends. I have a few friends still talking about the Rose Soap and how much they loved the smell. How could I not put this on the list for 2023? One Bar, $5.99. </p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.africanbronzehoney.com/"></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2GifkRkgzC-eL8nr0ixelzervnCCy_KlHGNVPVgDMuiMlnlrYCatJjveEZ2ZtndcIjI-njsFyW12JfEFdE3NGJ0e5Z_ruBEU048lQAxTn8FlO577Hza6QeA6OvFYKzY_WolpKk6k30AanXyrMtVePluVfzIOJ_hUxugsFG4viiq8CV5bhvbF4Nyj2/s832/African%20Bronze.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="832" data-original-width="807" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2GifkRkgzC-eL8nr0ixelzervnCCy_KlHGNVPVgDMuiMlnlrYCatJjveEZ2ZtndcIjI-njsFyW12JfEFdE3NGJ0e5Z_ruBEU048lQAxTn8FlO577Hza6QeA6OvFYKzY_WolpKk6k30AanXyrMtVePluVfzIOJ_hUxugsFG4viiq8CV5bhvbF4Nyj2/w194-h200/African%20Bronze.png" width="194" /></a></div> <p></p><p><a href="https://www.africanbronzehoney.com/">African Bronze Honey</a>: I eat a lot of honey. I love honey. Typically I buy local at the Hollywood Farmer's Market on Sundays. I've been eying my Fair Trade Federation colleague's honey for a long time. Maybe you want to treat me to a jar? A 12.35oz jar of their <a href="https://www.africanbronzehoney.com/collections/retail-1/products/honeydew-forest-honey-350-g-12-35-oz-1">Organic Wild Honeydew Forest Honey</a> is $15.50 - it might be gone in one week!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://eatandeandream.com/collections/cookies/products/variety-pack-cookies"></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTl9jA3fGe9-TBQ6FYMCEinF2lHPtmPX20mbqmaYUA_mYCXmpobl_wzFei2JU310Jljzhcuf9FRyXw0TNkWsZSSfisrVLyPeKz3laMMH_ILQ5bFRFrhkrJVOUlSPX1DEF4YR0YUu73pTwvQMh1cHZcPpcjyfD8SihZQqYA4IT5Jh5IQQpWAJeWDwXk/s1280/Andean%20Dream%20Cookies.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1159" data-original-width="1280" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTl9jA3fGe9-TBQ6FYMCEinF2lHPtmPX20mbqmaYUA_mYCXmpobl_wzFei2JU310Jljzhcuf9FRyXw0TNkWsZSSfisrVLyPeKz3laMMH_ILQ5bFRFrhkrJVOUlSPX1DEF4YR0YUu73pTwvQMh1cHZcPpcjyfD8SihZQqYA4IT5Jh5IQQpWAJeWDwXk/w200-h181/Andean%20Dream%20Cookies.png" width="200" /></a></div><br />Quinoa Cookies: I love cookies. I love baking cookies. And I love eating cookies. When I learned that my FTF Colleague, <a href="https://eatandeandream.com/">Andean Dreams</a> offers cookies, you know this had to go on my holiday list. I'm not vegan or gluten intolerant, but their cookies are perfect for those that are. Wanna surprise me with their <a href="https://eatandeandream.com/collections/cookies/products/variety-pack-cookies">Quinoa Cookies Variety Pack</a>? I'm sure you have friends that would love these. $18.99<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://canaanpalestine.com/collections/all/products/rumi-olive-oil"></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRFtrK3y_Y88UZSAJEspzs51qWnC4OBcmE-dLY2_20e32zplARS4zZMmZC-EQzIC3LU81lkyyx141PATBQYn9bgYVpXKGd4_brE8eO2Ajam-EvA84B07cEa7iz9Hr3QlBUAweRZ5XI0qOKg4emrFCPyGYNHL6DzJEeF51BdFz-tElutgaWq5PJPIFf/s1349/Rumi%20Olive%20Oil.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1349" data-original-width="1005" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRFtrK3y_Y88UZSAJEspzs51qWnC4OBcmE-dLY2_20e32zplARS4zZMmZC-EQzIC3LU81lkyyx141PATBQYn9bgYVpXKGd4_brE8eO2Ajam-EvA84B07cEa7iz9Hr3QlBUAweRZ5XI0qOKg4emrFCPyGYNHL6DzJEeF51BdFz-tElutgaWq5PJPIFf/w149-h200/Rumi%20Olive%20Oil.png" width="149" /></a></div><br /><a href="Another 20% Off Coupon - But This One is from US">Rumi Olive Oil</a>: From <b>Canaan Palestine Fair Trade</b>. This small business works with farmer to bring us fair trade oil and other yummy edibles that I know you will enjoy eating. Whether you like to cook or prefer do drench your bread in tasty olive oil, this might be the perfect gift for you. Or yes, give it to the cook in your life. It's on my list. A 500ml bottle is $35.00 <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://shop.equalexchange.coop/collections/chocolate/products/chocolate-bar-collection-box"><br /></a></p><p><a href="https://shop.equalexchange.coop/collections/chocolate/products/chocolate-bar-collection-box"></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8iy2drRwHGNrWUGNLGa8kB-tBSGi4BzMmOMc5Pb7_JILYrtlB4Qbfok4ZNaQwGi3nRr-cOCCDOUQb_PLBw5_73BdfIBXUnQzH2TiVBOy2yd8UeJCsN-MBjLlMXK0m7m7cqy6eR0WDQtVdrIyJUS3vf43Xtuqwt7VufczIIqWEmwJqQAt9DlDNXIzU/s1242/Chocolate%20Bar%20Collection%20Equal%20Exchange.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="948" data-original-width="1242" height="153" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8iy2drRwHGNrWUGNLGa8kB-tBSGi4BzMmOMc5Pb7_JILYrtlB4Qbfok4ZNaQwGi3nRr-cOCCDOUQb_PLBw5_73BdfIBXUnQzH2TiVBOy2yd8UeJCsN-MBjLlMXK0m7m7cqy6eR0WDQtVdrIyJUS3vf43Xtuqwt7VufczIIqWEmwJqQAt9DlDNXIzU/w200-h153/Chocolate%20Bar%20Collection%20Equal%20Exchange.png" width="200" /></a></div><br /><a href="https://shop.equalexchange.coop/collections/chocolate/products/chocolate-bar-collection-box">Chocolate Bar Collection</a>: <b>Equal Exchange</b> is known for their chocolate. In my book, the darker the better. They're offering this assortment this season which would definitely please me. That means it will please a lot of your friends and family members who have a sweet tooth. Since I'm nuts about coconut, I can't wait to dig my chops into the Coconut Milk variety. That's if someone sends me some! $30.00<br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKLoSXGnqQpkOjfeBs45wxCZMloyZLfx_xfGRVA5saJ1InZXe8G4FsLs2wPP7RL7XTgsbxTbWmk_GmYZXywFvTUYi6E5jfl71Nxvx5ePBvSYqTpSh3MkfH_WlPep8eA7kRapgVfCFiLAi6RGu9e5doq92yQMtfF5V6TqbgQ2_bjvTJHPnJvNFjsafk/s852/Cardamom%20&%20Clove%20Soy%20Candle%20from%20HumanKind%20Fair%20Trade.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="852" data-original-width="788" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKLoSXGnqQpkOjfeBs45wxCZMloyZLfx_xfGRVA5saJ1InZXe8G4FsLs2wPP7RL7XTgsbxTbWmk_GmYZXywFvTUYi6E5jfl71Nxvx5ePBvSYqTpSh3MkfH_WlPep8eA7kRapgVfCFiLAi6RGu9e5doq92yQMtfF5V6TqbgQ2_bjvTJHPnJvNFjsafk/w185-h200/Cardamom%20&%20Clove%20Soy%20Candle%20from%20HumanKind%20Fair%20Trade.png" width="185" /></a></div><br /><a href="https://www.humankindslo.org/soy-candle-cardamom-clove.html">Cardamon & Clove Candle</a>: Our FTF retail partner and colleague, <a href="https://www.humankindslo.org"><b>Humankind</b></a> offers an amazing collection of candles that come from <b>Bright Endeavors</b>, a Chicago based social enterprise that trains and helps young mothers facing economic hardship in the inner-city. These women make wonderful scented and soy candles. My choice is the <i>Cardamon & Clove</i>. Burning at home, the exotic smells remind me of my travels to Asia. <a href="https://www.humankindslo.org/soy-candle-cardamom-clove.html">A 4oz candle </a>will last 20 hours and is only $15.00<p></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p><a href="https://latitudesfairtrade.com/collections/spices-snacks/products/umzimbubu-chili-ginger-pepper"></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqevlnd6oMOw8R_hxRQd09yZGkeqeMoKZTGSnfmV5OK2rEQNtLsIEhKJbADTdv4ngTmaYjVIE1WM5PfUss_nwhlsWfdxbQuUBqFJLr_CX4Mt26Rl8TLZv431KPBxwyfV3qzMhxSCO5ZGU6Yep97F_MOipt38Pjku7_sduF9jDICVeN-14sIRuZGDMM/s919/Umzimbubu%20Chili%20Ginger%20Pepper%20-%20Latitudes%20Fair%20Trade.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="919" data-original-width="773" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqevlnd6oMOw8R_hxRQd09yZGkeqeMoKZTGSnfmV5OK2rEQNtLsIEhKJbADTdv4ngTmaYjVIE1WM5PfUss_nwhlsWfdxbQuUBqFJLr_CX4Mt26Rl8TLZv431KPBxwyfV3qzMhxSCO5ZGU6Yep97F_MOipt38Pjku7_sduF9jDICVeN-14sIRuZGDMM/w168-h200/Umzimbubu%20Chili%20Ginger%20Pepper%20-%20Latitudes%20Fair%20Trade.png" width="168" /></a></div><br /><a href="https://latitudesfairtrade.com/collections/spices-snacks/products/umzimbubu-chili-ginger-pepper">Umzimbubu Chili Ginger Pepper</a>: ships from <b>Latitudes Fair Trade</b> and is made by <b>Serv</b>. I confess, this one is probably not perfect for me, and better suited for the cooks in your circles. I used be cook a lot and was quite good at it. In recent years I really haven't spent much time with a stove top or over. When I look at the collection of spices Latitudes offers, it certainly inspires me to bring out the pots and pans. One bottle of spices is only $7.75 which means a few together would make an amazing presentation.<br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk2izCYMLXwmMjNgKpqPegCl520kvpnUO4ErhWfrG8OUwkxcxsPE1IrwMaON3JUbD4iCbL2K9nYi4AXFLoFeO99moDvti-tIGdwlxlS2VLvNcctdWUeyPtlLZ1AZrkIBNGWRbPWN3RnMc0v36FF90P2tb9lf9d6euT6W7f_CuhwtR4fakSSv7qYpdV/s1500/Gift%20Guide%202023.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk2izCYMLXwmMjNgKpqPegCl520kvpnUO4ErhWfrG8OUwkxcxsPE1IrwMaON3JUbD4iCbL2K9nYi4AXFLoFeO99moDvti-tIGdwlxlS2VLvNcctdWUeyPtlLZ1AZrkIBNGWRbPWN3RnMc0v36FF90P2tb9lf9d6euT6W7f_CuhwtR4fakSSv7qYpdV/w133-h200/Gift%20Guide%202023.jpg" width="133" /></a></div><br />There you have it! If these gift suggestions work for me, you know they work for lots of other. When you support fair trade you really are making a positive difference in the lives of producers and supporters. <a href="http://www.shopdunitz.com">Dunitz & Company</a> <i>(that's me)</i> certainly knows that first hand. Happy Holidays! -ND<br /><p></p><p></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-63018105455547270632022-10-27T10:56:00.001-07:002022-10-27T10:56:51.866-07:00Nancy Draws. Nancy Shows off Fair Trade Jewelry.<p>I keep drawing. It's been so fun for me to create portraits and then add Dunitz <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">fair trade jewelry</a> to the mix. The truth is, these drawings have provided many posts for <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shopdunitz/">our Instagram</a>. And <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dunitz">Facebook too</a>. It's fun for me to see all these images in one place. So, here we go. This blog post share some new ones from the last several months, in no particular order :). See something you have to have for your own ears or wrist? Or a style you want to offer your customers in your store? I'm here to help. -ND<br /><br /></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1WuGLzqbilZaxxb_fN2P32DTO-Ntw29lxWxDsAll2VCmeL4WlOoAxX3lgAbOPqgXlJzpJKMsn4BTM9ZOhbXUFi3gR7H-LAi2j-nwcEBmUQXT5Y_MIyMVQG6Adm__ylEzYFNxLxiPRi86k5hffJSxm5Eaf4sj7-xQe5_morgLK36eXAO6XkEn2TSEo/s857/blonde%20bombshell%20with%20earrings.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="857" data-original-width="857" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1WuGLzqbilZaxxb_fN2P32DTO-Ntw29lxWxDsAll2VCmeL4WlOoAxX3lgAbOPqgXlJzpJKMsn4BTM9ZOhbXUFi3gR7H-LAi2j-nwcEBmUQXT5Y_MIyMVQG6Adm__ylEzYFNxLxiPRi86k5hffJSxm5Eaf4sj7-xQe5_morgLK36eXAO6XkEn2TSEo/s320/blonde%20bombshell%20with%20earrings.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I often draw models from magazine ads</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkPt7ZZ4qsH0mXIPiQDEx2cpPkADI_hChwcXfEXxwGLiCuZ09ay4IqMzYtnuDTlo1BA4WtkQR54lf_RREDSXh86fiLROdfF9mxVSvi-U9g95WzhUxEHcku87s8S_0lIk-bOZnfX7z723XDatp7EL2dO4A-ikFGlBN8Rd_Kk14BdYuHW-zrkE70LSvd/s1200/Man%20with%20Stud%20Earring.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkPt7ZZ4qsH0mXIPiQDEx2cpPkADI_hChwcXfEXxwGLiCuZ09ay4IqMzYtnuDTlo1BA4WtkQR54lf_RREDSXh86fiLROdfF9mxVSvi-U9g95WzhUxEHcku87s8S_0lIk-bOZnfX7z723XDatp7EL2dO4A-ikFGlBN8Rd_Kk14BdYuHW-zrkE70LSvd/s320/Man%20with%20Stud%20Earring.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Men often wear our small stud earrings<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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And I don't have pierced ears.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1t9Rl9o1Wnf4ItMozR2YpB98IjeMNr4ghAtYe0ZkKo8Xlb39-W8Ua8Cb99cJPEgPzj7VUEkiEhzKOuVl0T5dfh9rphyrW41fZ2OOxEa_QMj00iopeq0H66z5hIQM_lKSYlEXU6N5jsDZEOMG8CVwtWSKhXeLgFGyYONAy9JbDUycGUGlkOrt1UlYj/s984/Ring%20Girl%20wearing%20Hoops.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="984" data-original-width="984" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1t9Rl9o1Wnf4ItMozR2YpB98IjeMNr4ghAtYe0ZkKo8Xlb39-W8Ua8Cb99cJPEgPzj7VUEkiEhzKOuVl0T5dfh9rphyrW41fZ2OOxEa_QMj00iopeq0H66z5hIQM_lKSYlEXU6N5jsDZEOMG8CVwtWSKhXeLgFGyYONAy9JbDUycGUGlkOrt1UlYj/s320/Ring%20Girl%20wearing%20Hoops.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyJn5uxQLqiNgcgtF_2LzCMmEbCi_61YP1ZsszRwjTfo81iKdbAcUl1WhVZ-c0BNscl3befg9M7LR6su-YwwoeSJrJrHFnpBEww1wYuSX9_6obpFcAbJLOCZbrMG47Et8OBqE3uUPM4MQcAr2uyyAWJ85tpm4EvtUjSBHEUlAFMCTSS8ohdJrRCuKN/s1245/Sketch%20Girl.jpg" style="clear: right; 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margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="750" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUvTI7b0KzGosBNe6pwK4eYAOVIjEkDjVo_f2BT_fZN_DTDDMuXDocEbBJjynmye1SGlaSfCLmrbmtQ1AWvmEBnHlUT8Lhh4zEojNUcFAjNdX7zgXefUlx5LuAwuyjDb-dTP0wGfxg7T3aQx5NsH5hjTOc4IWZnxIQ_F5yAoJtXwVCWgIoe6KQ4tDu/w200-h200/Amy%20Kay%20P.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Amy Kay Pavlovich<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>I've known Amy Kay Pavlovich, the owner of <a href="https://www.connectedfairtrade.com/">Connected of Lindsborg,KS.</a>, for quite some time. I knew she was a minister. I knew she was passionate about fair trade and I knew she successfully sells <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/" rel="nofollow">Dunitz & Company</a> fair trade jewelry. And recently I learned that she is really fun to engage with on her business Facebook LIVES! I thought if she was willing, <i>and she was</i>, we could all learn something from her. <br /><br /></p><p></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b>NANCY</b>: I had to look it up. We first met in 2010 at the Chicago Gift Show at the Chicago Merchandise Mart. I believe Connected was your brand new retail store baby at the time. And now you've been at it for much more than a decade!</span></i></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_7nrbkRpi-TlPp6uALweySf-5_PZDVW8IGLhmHy-w912THlmZvhYqaNPX-XVOvCnZo24NqPazY7LBEYOfvDab2Gwo4gzfVZoyCcMYimtHQ9wHYB-Yg5rANf4ZRA5F1mTzlLBwsNL2cyk2kD1J_7qkhEBkiPrLYcXDE0p3klV9Fv0Y3iEHt8PNFYfV/s960/Store%20Front.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_7nrbkRpi-TlPp6uALweySf-5_PZDVW8IGLhmHy-w912THlmZvhYqaNPX-XVOvCnZo24NqPazY7LBEYOfvDab2Gwo4gzfVZoyCcMYimtHQ9wHYB-Yg5rANf4ZRA5F1mTzlLBwsNL2cyk2kD1J_7qkhEBkiPrLYcXDE0p3klV9Fv0Y3iEHt8PNFYfV/w200-h150/Store%20Front.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Connected Store Front</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMY KAY</b>: </span></span><i><span style="color: #999999;"> </span></i><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">I'm glad you knew that because I switched POS systems and wouldn't have been able to see when I first started ordering from you. As you know, I had a fair trade store in Illinois <i>(Just Good Trade)</i> before moving to Kansas in June of 2013. I'm sure your jewelry was sold there as well as at <a href="https://www.connectedfairtrade.com/">Connected</a>. <br /><br /></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: Yes, you're right. It was. So let's get to it. Let the interview begin. I already know about your shop and a bit about you. I'm thinking most people reading this blog interview do not. Can you tell me a bit about your background and how that lead to you opening a fair trade retail store? Was there a specific event that encouraged you to get into retail?</i></span></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0VM5G6vKJl3zexRUgts6Dhag_DG-ThyGh1ACY-_5_apJR2KFFbJ3Rt7I_QB9CBRH_9F0oEdOiZ6_oodNdP0z0KtBIpvv0OoT4SKU0cT2w_gNSQE67FGqRtLXuf4w-M4HEGC233BNg3gBN0SZS0pT8T2AnX9aSCEkTNW3GShr6JXgWYm7aaxk6YKDZ/s1516/Connected%20in%20the%20Press.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1516" data-original-width="1516" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0VM5G6vKJl3zexRUgts6Dhag_DG-ThyGh1ACY-_5_apJR2KFFbJ3Rt7I_QB9CBRH_9F0oEdOiZ6_oodNdP0z0KtBIpvv0OoT4SKU0cT2w_gNSQE67FGqRtLXuf4w-M4HEGC233BNg3gBN0SZS0pT8T2AnX9aSCEkTNW3GShr6JXgWYm7aaxk6YKDZ/w200-h200/Connected%20in%20the%20Press.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Press in Local Magazine!<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMY KAY</b>: Sure thing! I've been a minister since 1999 and the first 11 years served large churches where I was essentially a program staff person. I worked with a wonderful church in Columbia, MO, where over time, I led a number of Learning and Serving trips each year. Around 2007 a college group and I were on our way home from a trip where we met some coffee farmers in Mexico. After that experience I realized it wasn't enough to "just pray for people", we had to do more. After working it all out with the full church leadership, we started a Fair Trade store within the life of the church. Since then, I've been a college chaplain and am now a solo minister. I've also always had Fair Trade stores along with my call.<br /></span></span><p></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b>NANCY</b>: After all these years working in fair trade is there something you feel particularly good about? An accomplishment? A life you changed? I'd love to hear a story or two.</span></i></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaEz2yU4Aeck6KkmrAm00HcYep4h-2LImvJMggDOUOawMpUGz326Sw6sHt2SbFVMmYMwDbJM5mz5llhD6XE9X_lnlKUgYNqWsL9GTMnw_3S-LaRBM7rfK3DpHh6E4w0UehRuD0SArtsR0prJzUwhQ46eMOa4fPs2tUKs0-kKSeVyol1AEAHWnx_aTp/s960/Inside%20Connected.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaEz2yU4Aeck6KkmrAm00HcYep4h-2LImvJMggDOUOawMpUGz326Sw6sHt2SbFVMmYMwDbJM5mz5llhD6XE9X_lnlKUgYNqWsL9GTMnw_3S-LaRBM7rfK3DpHh6E4w0UehRuD0SArtsR0prJzUwhQ46eMOa4fPs2tUKs0-kKSeVyol1AEAHWnx_aTp/w200-h150/Inside%20Connected.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Happy Customers<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMY KAY</b>: </span></span><i><span style="color: #999999;"> </span></i><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">What a lovely question! I love traveling to meet artisans and farmers because they are why I choose to spend my time in retail. I also enjoy my interactions with my customers in my store. I've spoken to lots of groups and get to slide into conversations about supply chains and economic justice often. A few times professional women have admitted that they had never thought about who made the products they buy. I definitely saw an epiphany in their faces. I hope after our conversations their lives were changed to more mindful consumption. A tiny bit of change made by people will hopefully result in real change for producers.<br /></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: And is there some aspect of operating a fair trade store that you enjoy the most? </i></span></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDEG2Kecw8wT4OKbZFzT0NmKTu9xYfECCM3OzyE02KPdzI3P6EmVSKM7yplJg7rbMiLwfSxW1UF_EtcKecxUH68mxhQj-FU-nBdtpiQRclMDWcngbI4WrAahn4J3j1MG0hMSJi3Gy4RZXHutn7P8cS2H9q-VzREnTCbHi4Syeec5QGaHqGMHrREDX8/s2076/Dunitz%20Artisan%20Beading.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1816" data-original-width="2076" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDEG2Kecw8wT4OKbZFzT0NmKTu9xYfECCM3OzyE02KPdzI3P6EmVSKM7yplJg7rbMiLwfSxW1UF_EtcKecxUH68mxhQj-FU-nBdtpiQRclMDWcngbI4WrAahn4J3j1MG0hMSJi3Gy4RZXHutn7P8cS2H9q-VzREnTCbHi4Syeec5QGaHqGMHrREDX8/w200-h175/Dunitz%20Artisan%20Beading.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dunitz Artisans<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMY KAY</b>: I love the products themselves, learning about the people who made or grew the goods and chatting about them with the people that come into the store. Every day is colorful and lovely. It's a nice balance with servicing the church too. I can do creative things with my hands in the store and I mostly use my mind as I serve the church. My vocation, my call, is to serve God's people and I'm grateful to be able to do it in different ways through both of my careers.<br /></span></span><p></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b>NANCY</b>: I'm completely impressed with how you consistently and often use the Facebook LIVE vehicle. How did you get into that? Do you have certain things you like to discuss or share with your audience?</span></i></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrF0C4K5VVkCVVzyomFuDawKBWJ5UTTGSz8u958H6wCydYVinf6IvUZyzHhNQ6B8UAMNH2NKHgsqTHzlBDN-SEd2wecebXUobLBqnFwDyew_seWt5ZZckCquC5zUhd_VlkekJSajcYMOrKGqBTaJih18ZrdKWOIudpDEmM2ZYkFlg_pkJQU1sM1pB6/s934/Amy%20Kay%20in%20Dunitz.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="934" data-original-width="934" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrF0C4K5VVkCVVzyomFuDawKBWJ5UTTGSz8u958H6wCydYVinf6IvUZyzHhNQ6B8UAMNH2NKHgsqTHzlBDN-SEd2wecebXUobLBqnFwDyew_seWt5ZZckCquC5zUhd_VlkekJSajcYMOrKGqBTaJih18ZrdKWOIudpDEmM2ZYkFlg_pkJQU1sM1pB6/w200-h200/Amy%20Kay%20in%20Dunitz.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Faces of Amy Kay<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMY KAY</b>: Oh gosh, Thank you, Nancy. My shop in Lindsborg is situated between creative business people who I respect so much. When the pandemic came along, they started doing <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ConnectedFT/videos">Facebook LIVEs</a>. I did not. Even though my store was closed, all my time was being consumed with figuring out how to be present with the congregation I serve and how in the world we would worship in a new way.<i><span style="color: #999999;"> (note: Remember Amy Kay juggles two careers.)</span></i> It took a few months to figure it out over a busy season of worship in the church. (Lent/Holy Week/Easter) By the time I got through all of that,my neighbor and friend encouraged me to try selling our fair trade jewelry through LIVE shows. I balked at first, but then realized that everything I had learned for streaming worship also applied to Facebook LIVE. It was not necessarily comfortable to do it, but I had ample practice from having streamed worship. Over time I've gotten more comfortable with the format and have continued with the LIVEs even though we are open and no longer on lock down. <br /><br /></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">Initially my LIVES took place on Thursday evenings. During one part of the the covid experience, we had been open and needed to close again because of sickness. Instead of hosting only one "Happy Hour with Fair Trade" on Thursday nights at 8pm, I started showing things Monday through Wednesday as well. After we were able to reopen, I was ready to transition back to having only one show a week. The people who watched the most said that my 8pm LIVEs helped them get through their crazy covid-ness and asked me to continue. Turns out they were mostly single woman and new moms who reached out and I didn't have the heart to discontinue the shows. <br /></span></span></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-TZxA3gHazwb8vkl6kZONYctTkY0DzSB20OsEvZBei8FTnKxh7dMSQdda4gkm_ez91QQKEVsqZtAf2ZsjHXM-xnb0lCwi-my-XzuvKLBS3tlV5JDFZblossisMyYp7YEF4ZOvF9q_hMWzmPBSXeiNsZNc-7FIito27Q2ecAJklp8RnDIEluW6-FkQ/s1500/Amy%20Kay%20Pavlovich%20wears%20Dunitz.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1500" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-TZxA3gHazwb8vkl6kZONYctTkY0DzSB20OsEvZBei8FTnKxh7dMSQdda4gkm_ez91QQKEVsqZtAf2ZsjHXM-xnb0lCwi-my-XzuvKLBS3tlV5JDFZblossisMyYp7YEF4ZOvF9q_hMWzmPBSXeiNsZNc-7FIito27Q2ecAJklp8RnDIEluW6-FkQ/w200-h200/Amy%20Kay%20Pavlovich%20wears%20Dunitz.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">From a Facebook LIVE<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">Instead of showing fair trade products on Monday through Wednesday, I shifted to sharing about something I had found meaningful during the day. It could have been something I had read or listened to on radio. Without looking back to see how long I've been doing this, I'd guess it's been well over a year I've shared what I now call "<a href="https://www.facebook.com/ConnectedFT/videos">Musings</a>". They truly are just things that I've been pondering from other people's wisdom. It takes me a few minutes to decide what to share, I pop on to the LIVE and the whole thing usually takes less than 10 minutes. Thursdays takes me an hour or so to prepare, 30-40 minutes live and a half hour to clean up and settle back down. People don't buy much during "Happy Hour" now because we are mobile again. But, I sell more overall because folks come into the store to pick up what they've seen. Two of my best customers only buy from what they've seen during LIVEs and say that they prefer it because they aren't overwhelmed while waking through the store. It's been a very interesting experience.<br /></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: Has doing Facebook LIVE helped increase your page followers? I'm blown away that you have over 3000 followers on Facebook. Is there a trick to building such a wonderful audience?</i></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMY KAY</b>: No, my LIVEs aren't helpful in building an audience.<span style="color: #999999;"><i> (Don't you just love AK's frankness?)</i></span> What's best in that area is what I haven't been doing, sharing pictures with short quippish wording and paying for the post to be shown to people in our area.</span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">I'm about the least savvy business person you could find. My answer here is probably going to sound ridiculous. I think people follow the store because I'm pretty darned real. I've been told my candidness is refreshing. <span style="color: #999999;"><i>(It is.)</i></span> I'm certainly not everyone's cup of tea! But those who line my realness come around. Also, I've lived in a few other places since Facebook was developed and some friends from those places continue to follow me as I've moved.</span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: Many of us are tech dinosaurs. I'd like to know how you actually do those LIVE chats? Are you using a phone or PC? Do you just press a video button on Facebook and start talking? Do you use a tripod? I'd sure like to know what you do. Maybe I'd give it a go.</i></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMY KAY</b>: You should give it a go, Nancy! It's so EASY!!!</span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">When I'm the most lazy, I just hold my phone. It always looks better when I set it in a little tripod I keep handy, but if my boys are home with me, I don't take the 60 seconds needed to grab the tripod.</span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">For my Happy Hours, I use a free program that I also currently use for my streaming worship. I like to put the price of products and country of origin on the side of the screen so I don't get confused and say the wrong thing or just get unnerved. It makes everything go more smoothly to put in the hour of work to set up that system. It is called OBS Studio and it is also easy to use. There are lots of YouTube tutorials on the program. I watched a few and know enough to make it work each week. You'd be great with either system! <span style="color: #999999;"><i>(Thanks for the vote of confidence.)</i></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: You've been selling Dunitz & Company fair trade in your store for a long time. I know you like our large teardrop earrings I've seen you wear in your Facebook LIVEs. Is there another favorite you wear or sell in your store? You know I had to ask. </i></span></span></span></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7QE1NQlEJqhfvhVvWaSGdacqLOoWZ0hhliqjv2w9MakFzgtP5tBQll0b2U6W-QWtplVhMD0ZbEmPXsiXH07mA0JEaLCtrtccZ9BCtKfzw02SU-fFAsPavUydJjw5TXEW0VyPpZFYgal1GUJbbS1ezMficftD5MjHkrnbv8_cKgcvMbgeS1_HVtR9t/s1440/Dunitz%20beaded%20dot%20earrings.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7QE1NQlEJqhfvhVvWaSGdacqLOoWZ0hhliqjv2w9MakFzgtP5tBQll0b2U6W-QWtplVhMD0ZbEmPXsiXH07mA0JEaLCtrtccZ9BCtKfzw02SU-fFAsPavUydJjw5TXEW0VyPpZFYgal1GUJbbS1ezMficftD5MjHkrnbv8_cKgcvMbgeS1_HVtR9t/w200-h200/Dunitz%20beaded%20dot%20earrings.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Best Selling Beaded Dots<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMY KAY</b>: Oh I love lots of your beautiful jewelry. Currently your beaded dots are my best seller! People who live in the middle of Kansas and those traveling through like your Frida Teardrops. You know those earrings of yours made with denim and all those fun little beads!<br /><br /></span></span></span></span><p></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b> </b></span></i></p><p><i><span style="color: #999999;"><b>NANCY</b>: Is there anything else you'd like to add?</span></i></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeebzL4s_aVFl5zMrXoMe5AbkMMPOgoAyaoHavarWimavklGEOPIhPjhPIMdmN4dTwnPuigloBtLGSm4_5OaHXiK0yhqGBTSq43SDrJpMG_LN3W9r6z-NKM1qgGjgPpzgwofEKQ_2JwCXIDfc4EO2JOePEr7R3RpV74bRZN0JsLhqtcM4kachCYsBE/s1500/Dunitz%20Frida%20Teardrops.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1191" data-original-width="1500" height="159" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeebzL4s_aVFl5zMrXoMe5AbkMMPOgoAyaoHavarWimavklGEOPIhPjhPIMdmN4dTwnPuigloBtLGSm4_5OaHXiK0yhqGBTSq43SDrJpMG_LN3W9r6z-NKM1qgGjgPpzgwofEKQ_2JwCXIDfc4EO2JOePEr7R3RpV74bRZN0JsLhqtcM4kachCYsBE/w200-h159/Dunitz%20Frida%20Teardrops.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Frida Teardrop Earrings<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMY KAY</b>: Every time I sell one of your beautiful pieces I think of you, Nancy. I'm sorry that I'm a rotten communicator and don't tell you of my appreciation.Thank you for the gorgeous designs, colors and quality you facilitate with your artisan partners.</span></span></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">Lastly, I'd love for people to understand how easy it is to be a fair trade retailer. As I mentioned earlier, I am not a business person. I, quite honestly, suck at business. If I can open a store and keep it open, anyone can! If anyone reading this has a call to have a fair trade store or to incorporate fair trade into a shop of another nature, I'm a huge cheerleader for their interest. The fair trade community is a supportive, affirming, nurturing, sometimes salty, and always a fun group of people with whom to be in cahoots. Cheers! </span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">--end of interview--</span></span></span></span></p><p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSgc9sGl5XPf3c53VU2ZB4cjV9S0eacR2_BgouPGYUOSyJjiVVgRPZICSDag4Xk--eqc2N4117kRPs-XU75GHK7x2G9bf9DXd3UMRgQIsiUZrmy-gas7bRWceexQrMB10XkUWVG0xhc21-RyMYjlfjXCEG0m6FHD1d9ivYrAvp_WPa0SoGgfbN9YK0/s1500/Amy%20Kay%20Pavlovich%20Pin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSgc9sGl5XPf3c53VU2ZB4cjV9S0eacR2_BgouPGYUOSyJjiVVgRPZICSDag4Xk--eqc2N4117kRPs-XU75GHK7x2G9bf9DXd3UMRgQIsiUZrmy-gas7bRWceexQrMB10XkUWVG0xhc21-RyMYjlfjXCEG0m6FHD1d9ivYrAvp_WPa0SoGgfbN9YK0/w133-h200/Amy%20Kay%20Pavlovich%20Pin.jpg" width="133" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A Pefect Pin<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">For all her self-deprecating, I think Amy Kay definitely has it going on. You've got to love her more after reading this interview. She clearly is doing a fantastic job wearing multiple hats at the same time. Her customers are engaged at her fair trade store, <a href="https://www.connectedfairtrade.com">Connected</a> and on her <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ConnectedFT">Facebook Page</a>. And of course, I'm thrilled she is selling <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a>'s jewelry. After reading her words of wisdom, are you ready to take on a Facebook LIVE? I think I might be. -ND<br /><br /></span></span></span></span></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-68478764253366651932022-08-24T13:40:00.024-07:002022-08-24T13:45:53.564-07:00Wholesale Deals - Close Out Finds from Dunitz & Company<p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI7_kBtdXUVMPZCF3W0W8VKwFzHXFIjXQ-u0sUgDyCcA1Aeml0zRDWTIvS93DSNV2zsM8mcKmFUM1a4LRbqg2g9lPLudRk7-8T0kdo9KPyjmGGGzGbIoetT_rgCEtqHhE2QWZwxGJR834ESSDBlhqX0NLUOPdR8VDpWQvdWkNkikpRh-nHwwa4iZYS/s3355/Macrame%20Earrings.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3355" data-original-width="2817" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI7_kBtdXUVMPZCF3W0W8VKwFzHXFIjXQ-u0sUgDyCcA1Aeml0zRDWTIvS93DSNV2zsM8mcKmFUM1a4LRbqg2g9lPLudRk7-8T0kdo9KPyjmGGGzGbIoetT_rgCEtqHhE2QWZwxGJR834ESSDBlhqX0NLUOPdR8VDpWQvdWkNkikpRh-nHwwa4iZYS/w168-h200/Macrame%20Earrings.jpg" width="168" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Snatched Right Up!</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>It's hard to believe I launched <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> in 1989. As a wholesaler, I've introduced countless collections in countless color combinations. I presented my retail partners with new designs in new colors twice a year at lots of trade shows. There were years where I exhibited at 16 show.<i> (My friends said my dogs split time as if they were from a divorced family. Half time with me. Half time at the vet hospital where I boarded them.) </i>Honestly, the one blessing that came out of Covid for me is I've figured out how to survive without traveling to trade shows. <br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyvk_yjrEqS5-UKXGwfY4u0bKeQaf0jaTQnOBaojj4WP4IA2WqAPWS04d1OdXI0yCxxbh0IeW6KT4psyaGy04jayYpr5xEDWd_LlVsJK7Xrfz6NMUZ_FE6dIEA_fKhwFdmL7ZXID_6VNWzuQEgGNowxRwLvW_GY_4RVdM0tB0le44Zrb6TfIETamhp/s2826/Mosaic%20Bracelets.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2628" data-original-width="2826" height="186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyvk_yjrEqS5-UKXGwfY4u0bKeQaf0jaTQnOBaojj4WP4IA2WqAPWS04d1OdXI0yCxxbh0IeW6KT4psyaGy04jayYpr5xEDWd_LlVsJK7Xrfz6NMUZ_FE6dIEA_fKhwFdmL7ZXID_6VNWzuQEgGNowxRwLvW_GY_4RVdM0tB0le44Zrb6TfIETamhp/w200-h186/Mosaic%20Bracelets.JPG" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sold within 5 minutes<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>And so I diverge. One thing that happens when you design lots of new
things is you accumulate inventory. Over the years I learned that
retailers HAD to see entirely new things every six months or they lost
interest in my line. Translation? I have bins filled will all sorts of
beautiful things in many price points and in a wide variety of styles.
Sometimes a bin has 2 or 3 items. Sometimes it has 50 or more.<br /><br /></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_dh-ygbL5gP-VrSaAmqtjhXsEH0wmN2RJizqAQoYijUwgB_vBL3GpifRSmG1O9o1whi4WySTqqQqcJmA1U46utdaBKb85zAaQXmkeBUXqJKBnaEZQWt26YEVd6LpyYfr67C7SCIuMW4Bted09Zi_ybiWR8bZLsl0dhuxfXx6aPdiT7SujZJHmNS_l/s3965/Cab%20Rings.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3965" data-original-width="3072" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_dh-ygbL5gP-VrSaAmqtjhXsEH0wmN2RJizqAQoYijUwgB_vBL3GpifRSmG1O9o1whi4WySTqqQqcJmA1U46utdaBKb85zAaQXmkeBUXqJKBnaEZQWt26YEVd6LpyYfr67C7SCIuMW4Bted09Zi_ybiWR8bZLsl0dhuxfXx6aPdiT7SujZJHmNS_l/w155-h200/Cab%20Rings.jpg" width="155" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sold right away!<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Are you a retailer? Have a store? Then you're reading the perfect blog post. I started a new <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1082469202346741">Facebook Group</a> attached to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dunitz">Dunitz & Company Facebook page</a> <i>(Meta, yes, I know) </i>where I'm now offering older Dunitz designs at crazy good prices. The offerings are always for less than I paid the artisans. That means there's lots of room for retailers to make incredible profit. And for me, I'm happy to sell these things for something. That's much better than having it sit here on shelves. As of typing this blog post, the group has about 50 members. Come join us. I know what I'm offering is good stuff because I'd estimate that more than 85% of what I've posted has sold. On some days I've posted three times. I haven't made a dent. I'll have things to offer for a long long time.<br /><br /><br /></p><p></p><p>If you're a retailer, don't be shy. Come find your wholesale deals in our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1082469202346741">Facebook Group</a>. -ND<br /></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-64407124666403356292022-07-07T12:45:00.002-07:002022-07-13T11:15:08.364-07:00What is Handmade? A Rant.<p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA70TcCJbF2EIy6VNcb-XvZQEfMBNkisLr0-ONL2IFGo4Al0EO7adbzLRAD4TRlqKVYRF1feSFvwKA-eddwJXxW-z25hXkhHdkh68knxQJSPNXcJf9lzj8oUFYIZ0kZVwg4q5zU1c4eJlgFXYyg2LY1ZzYO4re7r_nPycYn9MuD5aDJdxhpt1J87L7/s3264/Nancy%20Duniz%20working%20in%20Guatemala.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA70TcCJbF2EIy6VNcb-XvZQEfMBNkisLr0-ONL2IFGo4Al0EO7adbzLRAD4TRlqKVYRF1feSFvwKA-eddwJXxW-z25hXkhHdkh68knxQJSPNXcJf9lzj8oUFYIZ0kZVwg4q5zU1c4eJlgFXYyg2LY1ZzYO4re7r_nPycYn9MuD5aDJdxhpt1J87L7/w150-h200/Nancy%20Duniz%20working%20in%20Guatemala.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Nancy in Guatemala<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>I launched <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> back in 1989. And I have focused on our handmade <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">fair trade jewelry</a> collection since the early 1990s. I have spent countless hours with artisans in Guatemala. We've worked out designs together at beading tables. I've sketched many a jewelry concept. Artists have presented their ideas to me. I've watched my colleagues laboriously craft countless pieces of jewelry. What Dunitz & Company offers is definitely handmade. And as an integral part of the design process, I can without hesitation confirm that our designs are original and not mass produced. <br /><br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p>When did the definition of handmade change? At many junctures over the years, we've seen the definition of handmade change and/or be questioned.</p><p>One of the first times Dunitz & Company was affected by how people defined "handmade" was when the New York Gift Show decided to reorganize their show. And after that, most of major trade shows followed suit. In the "old days" everything considered handmade was presented to customers in the same section. And then it was decided that artists making their goods in the first world (USA, Canada, Europe, even Japan) were different than artists working in developing countries. My theory was American artists complained about being in the same room as those working in Africa or Central America because designs from developing nations tend to be less expensive. So, it happened. It didn't matter if your designs were ethnic or contemporary, we were all segregated into sections based on where physically artisans produced goods. I had always preferred it when everyone was all mixed up in a hall. I found I was able to sell to a more diverse group of retailers who "shopped" the entire handmade section regardless of where things were made. I found retailers were searching for a "look." They weren't necessarily shopping price or visiting what was now perceived as the "ethnic" sections of the shows. Bottom line. It is what it is. And it was what it was. We didn't have control of our locations. We took what we got and hoped enough buyers found us.</p><p>I know it's a dirty word. Amazon. Dunitz & Company does sell some designs on Amazon Handmade. <i>[Did you know there is a juried handmade section on Amazon?]</i> We do not sell to Amazon resellers. <i>(In fact, we do our very best screen retailers so we don't sell to those that buy wholesale and then resell on Etsy, eBay, Facebook or Instagram.)</i><span style="color: #999999;"> [One time a major mail order catalog placed an order for our botanical earrings, and at one point I saw them being offered on an advertisement on eBay. I wanted to pull my hair out. The amusing thing was they described poppies as dahlias and dahlias as poppies. No wonder they couldn't sell those earrings well.]</span> </p><p>We didn't jump on the B2C bandwagon until very late in the game. Our wholesale business was ample, and stores always asked if we retailed. We learned if companies sold direct to consumers, those retail store buyers would not buy from them. It didn't take the world very long to change and retailers didn't have the luxury of walking away any longer. We have fair trade colleagues who were emphatic that they would never sell direct to retailers. They all do now.</p><p>Having said all this, there was a time in 2017 that Amazon was at the New York Gift Show actively recruiting vendors to sell in their then new 'Amazon Handmade' section. I'm certain Amazon was attempting to compete with Etsy, another B2C website focused on handmade goods. In the beginning these sites were struggling with their definition of handmade. Was handmade a first world artist working at their desk making as many earrings as they could make in a day? Was handmade that first world artist with a few or many employees making their designs at work tables? Did handmade include products made by artisans in developing countries? And on and on. Since these are publicly traded companies, I'm sure the end game was and is to most broadly define handmade so the most sales can be made. What was clear at that New York Gift Show, Amazon Handmade actively pursued me. Their representatives were very clear that I, a designer working with artisans in Guatemala and a vetted member of Fair Trade Federation would have easy clearance to sell on Amazon Handmade. And that AH rep was right. Dunitz & Company was accepted and up and running quickly. </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9Yf7yKoktVbXjLDKxa63PMm_Ks6HZcwOe0klIoUtddzKbHyX6B0GroafGyYibBxnKlkAn1l7xnsFutoQ_Jl2SPBq34rzSFTx8OSqiSh7OW5HV66Keh2YgmeJhGTS3MeDrIMCJj9i5qOu4m6SNAY2Cyk6m7oNP9RQjpuirXmQ-Uo6d132qhUA3kEHl/s1091/Pedro%20Making%20Rainbow%20Earrings.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1091" data-original-width="576" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9Yf7yKoktVbXjLDKxa63PMm_Ks6HZcwOe0klIoUtddzKbHyX6B0GroafGyYibBxnKlkAn1l7xnsFutoQ_Jl2SPBq34rzSFTx8OSqiSh7OW5HV66Keh2YgmeJhGTS3MeDrIMCJj9i5qOu4m6SNAY2Cyk6m7oNP9RQjpuirXmQ-Uo6d132qhUA3kEHl/w106-h200/Pedro%20Making%20Rainbow%20Earrings.jpg" width="106" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Crafting Earrings<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>So what happened recently? Amazon Handmade questioned whether Dunitz & Company jewelry was handmade or not. Seriously! After being vetted by them back in the day, it was as if they wanted to vet us all over again. They even started singling out products in our collection. The designs they were questioning couldn't be anything other than handmade. They wanted proof that our beaded teardrop earrings were made by artisans <i>(and not by machine?) </i>They singled out our beaded coral necklaces, one of the very first designs I offered in the 1990s. One friend of mine suggested that a competitor who had copied our designs had written in to Amazon Handmade complaining. It can be dirty business selling on some of these B2C websites. It is true that these two designs singled out are two of our oldest and most copied by other companies. If they didn't sell well, I would have retired them long ago.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyJWOzVc5EbA8VJupLUjwO8yiTvsUnxfNP00738cIlj6OVyuvRBTzcJgDLTOsTOut25hWjWUkpf4wAwFE3CgP1PkYUWHKxaXRY0CWOU7CnrbfknnbjoOayZapOM5BsxyWFkmNAjZeN8yiVwDIZ0-MpQcIGZ-tv_bJqujHNBoqMA1oZWcseqEfuw7ZV/s2076/Making%20Coral%20Necklace.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1816" data-original-width="2076" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyJWOzVc5EbA8VJupLUjwO8yiTvsUnxfNP00738cIlj6OVyuvRBTzcJgDLTOsTOut25hWjWUkpf4wAwFE3CgP1PkYUWHKxaXRY0CWOU7CnrbfknnbjoOayZapOM5BsxyWFkmNAjZeN8yiVwDIZ0-MpQcIGZ-tv_bJqujHNBoqMA1oZWcseqEfuw7ZV/w200-h175/Making%20Coral%20Necklace.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beading Coral Necklace</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>How do you prove to Amazon Handmade that your product is in fact handmade? Their definition of handmade? Videos showing artisans making our glass earrings, embroidered & beaded jewelry and yarmulkes was not good enough. Proof of Fair Trade Federation membership is not ample. What was the clincher, I think? I asked the artisans that create our work if they could snap a few photos with the teardrop earrings and beaded necklaces in front of some old Dunitz & Company posters that hang in the workshop. It was a lot of work to convince AH reps that I was not buying from Alibaba in China. After several emails, AH reps informed me I could still offer my designs in their handmade section. </p><p><i>AFTER NOTE: 7/12/22 - Not yet 3 weeks after this Amazon Ordeal described above, they have written me again, threatening that Dunitz will be removed from their Handmade section because they're questioning our work. Let's see where it goes. The result might be we no longer vend on Amazon. And now 7/13/22, they report once again, I'm good to go on Amazon Handmade. What a roller coaster!</i><br /><br /></p><p></p><p>Oh my gosh. I think today's rant is over. I'm sure this isn't the end of <a href="http://www.dunitz.com">Dunitz & Company</a> justifying our artisan jewelry is in fact handmade. But, these are my stories for today. How do you define handmade? -ND<br /></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-27572632129824653992022-06-06T06:49:00.000-07:002022-06-06T06:49:05.631-07:00Meet Amber Solomon, Marketing Advocate for GOEX<p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsTvg_yIoybFhUt9SoFr0J9dfhwSICSHewPEGcDbYLm1EPjGMTbGIKs_MvbM2IjJAQGmAO1HxJhrRmBUGZDYRdpEzpxtkwUrCySPfk34-xJLARrTj87-Ow8BEMQD6xXUKyS9qOAQ3SNO8wS8RmBEULgocciPCr65fZoTKA10ixnrK8m3pYrLQbzJas/s933/Amber%20modeling%20fair%20trade%20package.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="933" data-original-width="933" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsTvg_yIoybFhUt9SoFr0J9dfhwSICSHewPEGcDbYLm1EPjGMTbGIKs_MvbM2IjJAQGmAO1HxJhrRmBUGZDYRdpEzpxtkwUrCySPfk34-xJLARrTj87-Ow8BEMQD6xXUKyS9qOAQ3SNO8wS8RmBEULgocciPCr65fZoTKA10ixnrK8m3pYrLQbzJas/w200-h200/Amber%20modeling%20fair%20trade%20package.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Amber models Fair Trade<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>I recently met Amber Solomon through social media, and more specifically through Twitter. It seems we're two of the most active Fair Trade Federation members "working" Twitter. From this a friendship has blossomed. Amber is the Marketing Advocate for <a href="https://goexapparel.com/">GOEX</a>, another proud FTF member. Recently GOEX and <a href="http://www.dunitz.com">Dunitz & Company</a> collaborated on a social media marketing campaign for Mother's Day. I'm getting a bit ahead of myself here. I asked Amber if she was willing to have me interview her for our blog. She said yes. That means we'll hear a bit more from her about this campaign. Frankly, she was the brains behind it. We all can learn a lot from this social media maven. <br /><br /><p></p><p>Keep reading here for the interview.</p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: You seem to be an integral player at GOEX. Can you tell me a bit more about this company you work for and what you position is there?<br /></i></span></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf-zkQ7MPAq6OsbLH8DOvMrqafUIJWZaG_EqABRwb097-33aFdWouZpP1Y1SeZwpFiygz2V7mihhqlo0cMsvHwf1EMO5a3kCME55PFGBPsS3kE3R0liQjp2Q-dYVprXHP0oWMfGTVskTOK_-IVASkwrp3VvYjdfNJlon0MeBQs_1j1hVKi5PjQmp3_/s900/Children%20in%20Haiti.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="900" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf-zkQ7MPAq6OsbLH8DOvMrqafUIJWZaG_EqABRwb097-33aFdWouZpP1Y1SeZwpFiygz2V7mihhqlo0cMsvHwf1EMO5a3kCME55PFGBPsS3kE3R0liQjp2Q-dYVprXHP0oWMfGTVskTOK_-IVASkwrp3VvYjdfNJlon0MeBQs_1j1hVKi5PjQmp3_/w200-h200/Children%20in%20Haiti.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Helping Children in Haiti<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMBER</b>: GOEX Apparel is a fair trade, sustainable apparel company and the marketplace initiative of <a href="http://goproject.org">The Global Orphan Project</a>. GOEX's purpose is to use a simple tee to connect the consumer and the maker. GOEX customers sustain fair wage jobs that liberate families from poverty and empower them in their families and communities. GOEX values high service, high quality, excellent design and integrity.<br /></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">As a Market Advocate, I act as the person with the megaphone on the soapbox. If there's a way I can get GOEX's name out, I find it and then do it. Through marketing, social media, event management, promotions and partnerships I let the masses know "we're here!" I advocate!</span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: Were you a fair trade advocate before joining the GOEX team, or has working at GOEX turned you into one?</i></span></span></span></p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhme0oMDBo356VlaK90pMI4rIl-GdtwoUwf1Z9ou8QATiM6KnqqjbNwGkgbejJ-ppyRR8CYkn24UXcEAh743pb6F5YbD2oDIlfO7bgaex4A85aLervgMt4Rls5zWY73pvYrjXu93TXtTjMIftAjr_3BeY9kII0RZiYnyxqt5HwzGpE4dQMUxTmtjTHI/s4032/GOEX%20cardigans.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhme0oMDBo356VlaK90pMI4rIl-GdtwoUwf1Z9ou8QATiM6KnqqjbNwGkgbejJ-ppyRR8CYkn24UXcEAh743pb6F5YbD2oDIlfO7bgaex4A85aLervgMt4Rls5zWY73pvYrjXu93TXtTjMIftAjr_3BeY9kII0RZiYnyxqt5HwzGpE4dQMUxTmtjTHI/w150-h200/GOEX%20cardigans.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">GOEX Cardigans<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMBER</b>: I actually knew very little</span><i> </i></span>about the world of fair trade before working at GOEX. Prior to GOEX, I had worked in the entertainment industry. Working at GOEX has changed my perspective and my life. I am now very much an advocate for ethical consumerism. That will never change and I am happy about the journey that's brought me here.</span></span></span></span><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></span></span></p><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: Was there one event in your life that propelled you to work at and in a fair trade business?</i></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMBER</b>: I like to think fair trade found me. I was laid off from my job in the movie theater industry due to COVID-19. It was a terrifying time for me but I took the opportunity to sit down and think about exactly what I wanted from life. I quickly recognized that I am a person who desires purpose and that purpose, to me is more than cutting a check to a cause. I need to be out there making the change, being the change.</span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: I always thought I had a jump on social media. After working with you on our joint Mother's Day campaign, I realize there is so much more to learn. Can you share just a bit about what exactly that campaign was? You had me "take over" your accounts for a day and honestly, I still don't get quite how that works.</i></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMBER</b>: Sure! At GOEX, we work to sustain fair wage jobs that keep families together. I thought what better way for families to empower others than to expose people to fair trade products. As part of the bundle, I wanted to dive into what it means to be a working mom in Fair Trade worlds, showcase the work that working moms do, and show that the contributions that mothers' make to our world is vital. I wrote a blog about women in fair trade and another about some working moms of GOEX, educated out subscribers through email and social media posts, in addition to the awesome Instagram takeover.<span style="color: #999999;"><i> (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/goexapparel/?hl=en">GOEX Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shopdunitz/">DUNITZ Instagram</a> The Instagram Takeover means I posted and provided stories on the GOEX account that spoke to our collaboration. Truth be told, those posts looked like they came from me. Amber did all the work. I do not have their passwords!)<br /></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: If you'd like, you can brag about the fair trade bundle we put together for the collaboration. </i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i> <br /></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuYJtXQXUjVTLXm7fIE39aaztXxCQSz_F0zoslHL_wa6qxr0Ofv2cWGZtH4IqMLAVeCFkcYRQCldIBANaGwwL2ikNCkc09h8_WjqIEZPw4ON_rcBdLIMLSZqGTgD5jf6DQ86w9qrDFpdrFyPsgfqthOG6ZQryXe2V6W8PK2SI8RVpOQSpr2Wri_ib8/s1920/Fair%20Trade%20Bundle.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1920" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuYJtXQXUjVTLXm7fIE39aaztXxCQSz_F0zoslHL_wa6qxr0Ofv2cWGZtH4IqMLAVeCFkcYRQCldIBANaGwwL2ikNCkc09h8_WjqIEZPw4ON_rcBdLIMLSZqGTgD5jf6DQ86w9qrDFpdrFyPsgfqthOG6ZQryXe2V6W8PK2SI8RVpOQSpr2Wri_ib8/w200-h200/Fair%20Trade%20Bundle.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mother's Day Bundle</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMBER</b>: From the laser cut earrings <span style="color: #999999;"><i>(has an vintage botanical image of dahlias)</i></span> provided by Shop Dunitz & Company, to the cardigans and tees made by our makers, so many working mothers touched that product before these bundles met their final destinations.</span><i> </i><span style="color: black;">I mean, what a great story, right? Someone buys a Fair Trade product for their mother. That purchase in turn empowers another mother. That's IMPACT! </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: For a small fair trade business, do you have a best recommendation for where or what they should focus on in the social media realm?</i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq7cZLqspREoToF-SyhUoZut_OykwRf9Wyb-Kv6-EMk2Oo4mbykeJZpqbXhgTsF7hm37bX85utY6ThrmJu3khNcGg6gdV0_GV8CJ0G7UQ_uDDfBToXEWVhEsi44jJMj2jYvxCECA50ltgwlGB-CVt7CYABotRj39eL5zGDPtG2ive6gQboAZd1zPC6/s608/GOEX%20on%20twitter.png" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="425" data-original-width="608" height="140" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq7cZLqspREoToF-SyhUoZut_OykwRf9Wyb-Kv6-EMk2Oo4mbykeJZpqbXhgTsF7hm37bX85utY6ThrmJu3khNcGg6gdV0_GV8CJ0G7UQ_uDDfBToXEWVhEsi44jJMj2jYvxCECA50ltgwlGB-CVt7CYABotRj39eL5zGDPtG2ive6gQboAZd1zPC6/w200-h140/GOEX%20on%20twitter.png" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">GOEX on Twitter<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMBER</b>: The world of social media is at a very exciting point in it's evolution, in my opinion. You have the Metaverse, the new Twitter, TikTok all empowering people to become stars. What a time to be alive! My advice to small fair trade businesses is to find where your audience is and meet them there. Also, don't be afraid to make videos. Even just a zoom in on one product or service you offer is a great for the frustrating world of algorithms. Go beyond the sales pitch. Remind your followers that there are indeed people behind the logos and the add to cart buttons. People want to know who you are and what you stand for. Show them.<br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><p></p><p></p><p><span style="color: #666666;"><b><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></b></span><br /></p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: Tease us! Do you have a favorite item from GOEX that you wear on your own time?</i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i> </i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW4qqg4A4MhxrxFgqDbSxo2uslf1TPEWGjAOjniQEXZi__d0YAB1n8WMK7HqIxP_c-dmCPo7nGDe1Rby6wdhxrt06Q8PA3WGDq112MXpmpqJwh6dwXLwuPYprppFbdg6uJ6F43o-xUl-_ms5xHHxoTRIgoAbq2ULlCUtuEwuIMIbCC7MS3mh1wL8M7/s1046/WOMAN%20UP%20HOODIE.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1046" data-original-width="732" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW4qqg4A4MhxrxFgqDbSxo2uslf1TPEWGjAOjniQEXZi__d0YAB1n8WMK7HqIxP_c-dmCPo7nGDe1Rby6wdhxrt06Q8PA3WGDq112MXpmpqJwh6dwXLwuPYprppFbdg6uJ6F43o-xUl-_ms5xHHxoTRIgoAbq2ULlCUtuEwuIMIbCC7MS3mh1wL8M7/w140-h200/WOMAN%20UP%20HOODIE.jpg" width="140" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Woman Up Hoodie<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMBER</b>: Yes! I LIVE in GOEX cardigans and the <a href="https://goexapparel.com/products/woman-up-weekender-hood">Woman Up Weekender Hoodie</a>. I have a cardigan in almost every color. The Woman Up Weekender hoodie is the best to sit back with a cup of tea and play video games or watch movies.<br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: And I know you've been browsing the Dunitz Collection recently. Maybe you're lusting for one of our designs? Which one might that be?</i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b><br />AMBER</b>: I'm a sucker for all things Virgo and butterflies. Your <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/collections/ceramic-jewelry/virgo-ceramic-earrings"><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq4orBvp-SbdwUutWU7xYdTzKPd523EFLPALKDnUKHaDWroE46QF5U7NJFIec-yytvKBsYarTnAclZP6sz6kAvUfQs8rRxG7Byjihp7a5ro8mJVOfbcgkqyZgEviP7FmRcPVF9U6fnlMxky-TV0lC6K7O3dugCoG1Z097t3XNiwq14T7LEmWAnK4eC/s1632/Amber's%20Favorites%20from%20Dunitz.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1632" data-original-width="1250" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq4orBvp-SbdwUutWU7xYdTzKPd523EFLPALKDnUKHaDWroE46QF5U7NJFIec-yytvKBsYarTnAclZP6sz6kAvUfQs8rRxG7Byjihp7a5ro8mJVOfbcgkqyZgEviP7FmRcPVF9U6fnlMxky-TV0lC6K7O3dugCoG1Z097t3XNiwq14T7LEmWAnK4eC/w153-h200/Amber's%20Favorites%20from%20Dunitz.jpg" width="153" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Virgo & Monarchs<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>ceramic Virgo earrings</a> and the <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/collections/lasercut-designs/monarch-stud-earrings">Monarch laser cut stud earrings</a> are saved to my wish list.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY</b>: Anything else you want to share with me today?</i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>AMBER</b>: Thank you so much for working with me and with GOEX. I am a firm believer that collaboration is greater than competition and together we can make the world better. <span style="color: #999999;"><i>(Are we two peas from the same pod?)</i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;">--end of interview--</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpzzdzkomDuk_NMHKF57I7TGZwO8pyACO8BCgLptne3q7anMXaQtRVIM-e96g0sZEBVJ2zlvIQAYvJVyO2ImJHo956wWTy8D_7tYSeYoDnfG5BCosFoWfKZ5UpJE24F9iDnMfr94Zt9bAX3ZQkuf3qYD0Il43-t6ngmbXC1qpBan25ZvMOhm3vZI84/s1500/Goex%20making%20a%20difference.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpzzdzkomDuk_NMHKF57I7TGZwO8pyACO8BCgLptne3q7anMXaQtRVIM-e96g0sZEBVJ2zlvIQAYvJVyO2ImJHo956wWTy8D_7tYSeYoDnfG5BCosFoWfKZ5UpJE24F9iDnMfr94Zt9bAX3ZQkuf3qYD0Il43-t6ngmbXC1qpBan25ZvMOhm3vZI84/w133-h200/Goex%20making%20a%20difference.jpg" width="133" /></a></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">This was such a fun collaboration. I adore connecting with others that believe collaboration over competition is the way to go. You might think that most fair traders feel the same. I've learned over the years this often is not the case. Human nature kicks in and many small businesses and their owners are more concerned about protecting their turf and don't want to promote others. </span></span>I already knew that this was not the case with Amber. Did I mention that we met through Twitter? <i><b>(Yes!) </b></i>She's one of the few fair traders I know who actually re-tweets what I share. Bravo for Amber. Bravo for <a href="https://goexapparel.com/">GOEX Apparel</a>. </span></span></span></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">Here's my pitch for GOEX. You know you wear tee-shirts and sweatshirts. Why not buy ethical? Check out the <a href="https://goexapparel.com/">GOEX</a> site and you're bound to find a gift for you and everyone in your household. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">And after you've found that new shirt, consider the jewelry you'll wear with it. <a href="http://www.dunitz.com">Dunitz & Company</a>, with our <a href="http://www.shopdunitz.com">fair trade jewelry</a> from Guatemala is always ready to decorate your ears, neck and wrist. -ND<br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-64450555820714696912022-04-11T13:04:00.000-07:002022-04-11T13:04:39.595-07:00More Portrait Drawings with Fair Trade Jewelry<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>I can't stop drawing. And I can't stop sharing what I've been drawing. I found by adding Dunitz <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">fair trade jewelry</a> to some of my portraits, I can post them on Dunitz & Company social accounts, most notably our <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shopdunitz/">Instagram</a> feed. With this blog post, I have another excuse to share some of my artwork. These drawings shown here were all created within the last several months. In no particular order, check out how I add our fair trade designs to my drawings.<p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6PNGK0CG2WixiYd0sdlsja8e8-S1r2cO6B3lJetjytzTjv2nMiyv14NfA_vGwZp0z0pBdjtlgC6uSQhSoEThpyLf78SapS4I0KMuJppTX0DUjOnXY0uJaEK3-QE9__OTocdKUmSXlt26_pNqmrq3Gxpwp0XdjPX7TS9r1oXS00mCJl3BzzyrDHCQ6/s968/Swimsuit%20Model%20in%20Glass%20Earrings.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="968" data-original-width="968" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6PNGK0CG2WixiYd0sdlsja8e8-S1r2cO6B3lJetjytzTjv2nMiyv14NfA_vGwZp0z0pBdjtlgC6uSQhSoEThpyLf78SapS4I0KMuJppTX0DUjOnXY0uJaEK3-QE9__OTocdKUmSXlt26_pNqmrq3Gxpwp0XdjPX7TS9r1oXS00mCJl3BzzyrDHCQ6/w200-h200/Swimsuit%20Model%20in%20Glass%20Earrings.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Crazy. For some reason a couple of years ago we started receiving all sorts of random magazines at the office. We received an issue of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition. There are so many beautiful women on its pages that provided plenty of material for my drawing pleasure. This woman wears our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/joanie-m-fused-glass-earrings/glass-teardrop-earrings">Glass Teardrop Earrings</a>.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKC6tpJZynnrRp_Z65-dQq6_LpS0KPGeCj-g-ZhCARiTKI9AXjUMmCf1aLhAUQaUw6IY6caHHefqMCF-Zh5NjIPiGNk4VlebAds2aWBgQr5jeSAPxQk8bC7CgodWBuIuyOnbgLJ4D7BS9KuL7X9Z-b8OOU94Q1dPnLxUkjdMAMJGdPqV84liNROMBS/s1500/Sunday%20Girl%20with%20Jewelry.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1500" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKC6tpJZynnrRp_Z65-dQq6_LpS0KPGeCj-g-ZhCARiTKI9AXjUMmCf1aLhAUQaUw6IY6caHHefqMCF-Zh5NjIPiGNk4VlebAds2aWBgQr5jeSAPxQk8bC7CgodWBuIuyOnbgLJ4D7BS9KuL7X9Z-b8OOU94Q1dPnLxUkjdMAMJGdPqV84liNROMBS/w200-h200/Sunday%20Girl%20with%20Jewelry.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>This bombshell was inspired by a cover from <a href="https://instoremag.com/">IN STORE</a>, a fabulous jewelry trade publication. They always have such great covers. On this occasion, I braved up and challenged myself to drawing a hand. Then I decorated that hand with one of our embroidered rings. <i> (Retailers can order these on <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">our wholesale website</a>.) </i>This woman also wears our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/joanie-m-fused-glass-earrings/glass-triangle-earrings">Glass Triangle Dangle Earrings</a>.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP68fI5aO_o7RWT_-TEpUbZ8RPlLNqfRx62IVnUzYudpaMYkcrAaUkpYusBA8b-Lx8B1QEZuzymdMLxK9EryKMXZsSu4B1ewl-SQe4fejfav1Q820OqidDMZYWm2p5qBX1iyDinsWfoWFVdKeOTZ_ZhyTmHmqwzl8zMaweREQ1g3t9mfVJQ5bgZ_wV/s1164/Nupastel%20Lady%20with%20purple%20earrings.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1164" data-original-width="1164" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP68fI5aO_o7RWT_-TEpUbZ8RPlLNqfRx62IVnUzYudpaMYkcrAaUkpYusBA8b-Lx8B1QEZuzymdMLxK9EryKMXZsSu4B1ewl-SQe4fejfav1Q820OqidDMZYWm2p5qBX1iyDinsWfoWFVdKeOTZ_ZhyTmHmqwzl8zMaweREQ1g3t9mfVJQ5bgZ_wV/w200-h200/Nupastel%20Lady%20with%20purple%20earrings.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>I had purchased some new wider pastel sticks (<i>Nupastels</i>) and wanted to give them a whirl. For this quick drawing I didn't use sharpened pencils. It seemed appropriate to decorate this woman with <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/glass-delgado-earrings">purple earrings</a>. This style is quite popular and we always offer it in many different color combinations.<br /><br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXnOZy8Dtf7XNQ-WzebIaTBI9Pf-2uPe5rM7J2YAhmhAnTUnDircwpNOjWNgEqY9v3Mpa5MoR4uH0RLbZBCDgH1Xqwk5a7XOvbKYc_0E836v6pVCpIdeHUQ_aWa6O_weSqHswpndXD5t9IilkfMkjjxpWnAFzL8JY3yoXsMGgnN6ZCGtpGBdnncyYa/s1440/Nicki%20wears%20Crystal%20Bead%20Teardrops.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXnOZy8Dtf7XNQ-WzebIaTBI9Pf-2uPe5rM7J2YAhmhAnTUnDircwpNOjWNgEqY9v3Mpa5MoR4uH0RLbZBCDgH1Xqwk5a7XOvbKYc_0E836v6pVCpIdeHUQ_aWa6O_weSqHswpndXD5t9IilkfMkjjxpWnAFzL8JY3yoXsMGgnN6ZCGtpGBdnncyYa/w200-h200/Nicki%20wears%20Crystal%20Bead%20Teardrops.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>An old and dear friend of mine visited recently. She & I worked together in the 80's during my Corporate America days. Years later she & I traveled to Cuba together for a jazz festival. I snapped this pic mid-drawing. And for fun, I added our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/swirl-crystal-teardrops">Crystal Teardrops.</a> <br /><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWcKd3lTwioQePRWOV2kXMjcrljpAl3UUIXdnZlT3SDGbgYyRDbYXXjuLmELKjFOOvdmm9TL9cX2rzZxWHfhAN-8vSF4_gkBzNy9ybh-hiCWIFk4rlconEUdrIFlUJnSP4oocvzjDAsCSCuZ7FxjQLMKrv7oycQf-hGDMBOKjdbkNPng7PpolFrhhZ/s961/Nicki%20in%20Rose%20Earrings.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="961" data-original-width="961" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWcKd3lTwioQePRWOV2kXMjcrljpAl3UUIXdnZlT3SDGbgYyRDbYXXjuLmELKjFOOvdmm9TL9cX2rzZxWHfhAN-8vSF4_gkBzNy9ybh-hiCWIFk4rlconEUdrIFlUJnSP4oocvzjDAsCSCuZ7FxjQLMKrv7oycQf-hGDMBOKjdbkNPng7PpolFrhhZ/w200-h200/Nicki%20in%20Rose%20Earrings.jpg" width="200" /></a> Same drawing. But completed. My friend deserved roses. If you love vintage fashion, our laser cut <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/pink-rose-earrings">rose earrings</a> feature old botanical illustrations. These certainly make for fun, eco-friendly and affordable gifts.<br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJJvMuuX0zJ93KFxB83uWkHPuifBt8fYY76TMz2qRpoSeLFJPqxCfQDZttyLyM9ZMOgEOprt28mZXlokaxbrsemFlP--jkNcB00OeHbjPV0l28CVa-HEikKSMln1CVYghrHahenLjg2BuXcUwVCqI-orcQVlLn_1RDQF3ULBXJZKv4X9QWfh8YR4U7/s1356/NIcki%20in%20Necklace.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1356" data-original-width="1356" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJJvMuuX0zJ93KFxB83uWkHPuifBt8fYY76TMz2qRpoSeLFJPqxCfQDZttyLyM9ZMOgEOprt28mZXlokaxbrsemFlP--jkNcB00OeHbjPV0l28CVa-HEikKSMln1CVYghrHahenLjg2BuXcUwVCqI-orcQVlLn_1RDQF3ULBXJZKv4X9QWfh8YR4U7/w200-h200/NIcki%20in%20Necklace.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">My drawings seem to really allow me to show off Dunitz & Company earrings. In this case, my friend's ears were hidden and a long neck allowed for one of our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/necklace/rectangle-pendant-necklace">glass pendant necklaces</a>. I mention all the time that blue always sells better than other colors. For this drawing, a blue necklace was added.<br /></div></div><br /><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX-IVX4oCFFEda0IlqJ58xZDKJ7g0bLEFzEJadTyhZdyFri5TSCOobvZf3rgbraD-amxqbPhEamvNkxCRkVFTlkLm7QXcgRADtnRCiyCU390-S1VV_RyUoj9DSivRNIy4W6GH83EDIKzBDmUT5k9zXR9pkv4x2I50nKOEVRwUns2GisenAbehGqlUJ/s1500/Nancy%20with%20Starry%20Night%20Earrings.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1500" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX-IVX4oCFFEda0IlqJ58xZDKJ7g0bLEFzEJadTyhZdyFri5TSCOobvZf3rgbraD-amxqbPhEamvNkxCRkVFTlkLm7QXcgRADtnRCiyCU390-S1VV_RyUoj9DSivRNIy4W6GH83EDIKzBDmUT5k9zXR9pkv4x2I50nKOEVRwUns2GisenAbehGqlUJ/w200-h200/Nancy%20with%20Starry%20Night%20Earrings.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>OK - It's a bit scary, I know. This is a self-portrait. I don't wear earrings. But for this transformation, I thought I should be wearing one of our best sellers ever. No matter how many <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/starry-night-dangles">Starry Night Earrings</a> I order for stock, they continually sell out.<br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilHdIoPQEYHLqLr48hwlomQG9agIWdawnF7rqF7Bbqii3AL4chWkaikL4plVANVdIwyFU57BUsscYLkWahm4AKOBy_EZ07RXSURGKM3N6UQj9tfV13Cot-_U-7ZNR_M62CXDjRckgpII5tXg6TOHgWR-mmox3A8otew0tar2F-JT7wdScke2eM0tQd/s1216/Multi%20Color%20Girl%20in%20contemporary%20colors.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXz2RCogNWiRkRSU86e01K_tTJGuL9JdZNlgGjOMSOzBWKYk00bfTutyTzDQyYXLe79Xk3kAwuBZqGiUCVr8xODdbPHRX9iEQ_c4SW7b5fHb__W8TOYUHLi2FsHWuFzLhMQ_yaXNbTMOFGkjT0WU81L0MuaiHe0U-gzhdKdwWLO3Atsx-tfRzTSs5h/s1216/Multi%20Color%20Girl%20in%20contemporary%20colors.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1216" data-original-width="1216" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXz2RCogNWiRkRSU86e01K_tTJGuL9JdZNlgGjOMSOzBWKYk00bfTutyTzDQyYXLe79Xk3kAwuBZqGiUCVr8xODdbPHRX9iEQ_c4SW7b5fHb__W8TOYUHLi2FsHWuFzLhMQ_yaXNbTMOFGkjT0WU81L0MuaiHe0U-gzhdKdwWLO3Atsx-tfRzTSs5h/w200-h200/Multi%20Color%20Girl%20in%20contemporary%20colors.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>This was another challenge I set up for me. I wanted to try a portrait where I used no black. No black outlines. No black sketching. These <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/joanie-m-fused-glass-earrings/color-blocked-long-earrings">color blocked earrings</a> are from our Contemporary Colors collection. Sometimes I pick school colors for these dangles. Do you know a MSU Spartan for a pair in this color combination?<br /><br /></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_87_2guQXVw6DMbPiP9ETm7MpMQd_txfPIqmjVzX_1pa43SeCjtMSxUrd1Wudu3swquZXhfjto3y6gyMWqs-RW8kN1LQXlijWGtLABvxfqx-4dtRfuvfeLMBWbknIoiOUeptJF3A0XFig0lHGJrXw9GbDKJwV9bJMHEtWv87aKxkAjGz_lQ225G8J/s1500/Heather%20in%20Teardrops.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1500" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_87_2guQXVw6DMbPiP9ETm7MpMQd_txfPIqmjVzX_1pa43SeCjtMSxUrd1Wudu3swquZXhfjto3y6gyMWqs-RW8kN1LQXlijWGtLABvxfqx-4dtRfuvfeLMBWbknIoiOUeptJF3A0XFig0lHGJrXw9GbDKJwV9bJMHEtWv87aKxkAjGz_lQ225G8J/w200-h200/Heather%20in%20Teardrops.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>A first for me. I zoomed to a garden in Manchester, England to draw this model, Heather. She posed nude for a few quick sketches. And then because it was cold and breezy across the pond, she covered up a bit. For her longer pose, I worked on this portrait. If I could have decorated her ears, I would have had her actually wear these<a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/glass-teardrop-earrings"> glass teardrop earrings</a>. The color shown her matches her red hair so well.<br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB9ES7Ye0v0Cma8BJcyHf_YTCSr-bSr1_wSVLUxc2iZ0qq3avIoDERs6M9HZzd5AHgYQsVn9FOxEy8rWgR1wDtJY1m6NAtAjGllmRTfhdusMLraU3PKMt0Ao3n8qmrqNwjHZTA-rTzWfLbqrzMtn1tuZiw4mIUVAXq3KEiP9KpCVaoRBZ7Z7p9rgWH/s1218/Girl%20with%20ER30.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1218" data-original-width="1218" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB9ES7Ye0v0Cma8BJcyHf_YTCSr-bSr1_wSVLUxc2iZ0qq3avIoDERs6M9HZzd5AHgYQsVn9FOxEy8rWgR1wDtJY1m6NAtAjGllmRTfhdusMLraU3PKMt0Ao3n8qmrqNwjHZTA-rTzWfLbqrzMtn1tuZiw4mIUVAXq3KEiP9KpCVaoRBZ7Z7p9rgWH/w200-h200/Girl%20with%20ER30.jpg" width="200" /></a>This close up is a crop from another Sports Illustrated swimwear mode portraitl. These women are fun to draw since they're all young and beautiful. I decorated this gal with a pair of our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/glass-triangle-earrings">triangle shaped glass earrings</a>.<br /></div><br /><p></p><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE70zlrvsNOyNDKSvfQLL3ZPvBTBIm5LoaALoUXtc3r7j_eHPKJxZPDloukid4LYLqAmepSwUzH761LPC-aiU4SXTx9bV8AppPjsQPzKUTQJL2xHIEm9NxoXCHhAwkqU_HuAgymqyQG45cgVlZ468qpfNT1pztsAsioiu_nf4HXJdxTpTGYP9N51x-/s907/Girl%20with%20Big%20Lips.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="907" data-original-width="907" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE70zlrvsNOyNDKSvfQLL3ZPvBTBIm5LoaALoUXtc3r7j_eHPKJxZPDloukid4LYLqAmepSwUzH761LPC-aiU4SXTx9bV8AppPjsQPzKUTQJL2xHIEm9NxoXCHhAwkqU_HuAgymqyQG45cgVlZ468qpfNT1pztsAsioiu_nf4HXJdxTpTGYP9N51x-/w200-h200/Girl%20with%20Big%20Lips.jpg" width="200" /></a>Another magazine model. Her lips were so full. Maybe she uses fillers. I added some <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/striped-teardrops">striped beaded teardrop</a> to her portrait.<br /></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzhCRGwQrVkJQLfeMNOjmnTF3gomhwuRQf7uzNsC0APTYraxyqDkCrdSQIQ-bj4yBC9AtLrHckjNJY22Xeg9URUJieitKu3ARsey5dlrKV-kxhmaYGGP-PrHcRaHdls_r3KIZG5JfX6Ent5QgCkj-_3tzbSuJpyktkg1468jbeFwiDpHGL4molOq3i/s1093/Girl%20Wears%20Dunitz.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1093" data-original-width="1093" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzhCRGwQrVkJQLfeMNOjmnTF3gomhwuRQf7uzNsC0APTYraxyqDkCrdSQIQ-bj4yBC9AtLrHckjNJY22Xeg9URUJieitKu3ARsey5dlrKV-kxhmaYGGP-PrHcRaHdls_r3KIZG5JfX6Ent5QgCkj-_3tzbSuJpyktkg1468jbeFwiDpHGL4molOq3i/w200-h200/Girl%20Wears%20Dunitz.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Sometimes I specifically look for photographs where the model is not looking straight on. I also like looking for pics with lots of shadows. This model also now wears one of our most popular <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/round-bead-and-wire-earrings">round beaded earring</a> styles.<br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKYb7Ez_iukd3DhN4PhYLxT5xSyRL1a9aaNAyQ2eKwz41RnlCNFtrAtJdXw_Nk3inSdRn8fAq5YoX62KaBJIrIoW4Gy-Z6vjqfYn4D5Evs0KU4q4MhUTSjsAnUGBw2GQz__fdHLWt-wrAslPIGZZdNQKyFss6kO3DsmNKinM9gpy7YXeCLGl9GAsFy/s1264/Curly%20Girl%20with%20Earrings.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1264" data-original-width="1264" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKYb7Ez_iukd3DhN4PhYLxT5xSyRL1a9aaNAyQ2eKwz41RnlCNFtrAtJdXw_Nk3inSdRn8fAq5YoX62KaBJIrIoW4Gy-Z6vjqfYn4D5Evs0KU4q4MhUTSjsAnUGBw2GQz__fdHLWt-wrAslPIGZZdNQKyFss6kO3DsmNKinM9gpy7YXeCLGl9GAsFy/w200-h200/Curly%20Girl%20with%20Earrings.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Curly hair. Yes! That's what I was after. And ears. Ears to show off our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/glass-long-stick-earrings">long skinny glass earrings</a>. I fondly call these our stick earrings because they are so narrow.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfbJeV7ZrBFFcodWAagOx1JVffWZDUXIzOhvO_afhp_d5zi6db1EtK18I0KF7OWRU82SIT5GEIoF7iUWid-jBbAO-yt0nDDm7vA_J3CZNQhgZOOSbmT5HM0aI4uSFS4S3oDoBHy1jVOwx9KcPPaQgpIIFd5cCdoznD5JRg8fzKHJazuUqapOaI95eB/s1500/Carlos%20with%20Small%20Stud.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1500" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfbJeV7ZrBFFcodWAagOx1JVffWZDUXIzOhvO_afhp_d5zi6db1EtK18I0KF7OWRU82SIT5GEIoF7iUWid-jBbAO-yt0nDDm7vA_J3CZNQhgZOOSbmT5HM0aI4uSFS4S3oDoBHy1jVOwx9KcPPaQgpIIFd5cCdoznD5JRg8fzKHJazuUqapOaI95eB/w200-h200/Carlos%20with%20Small%20Stud.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>This is fun! <i>(I use that word a lot. It's what my drawing has given me.)</i> Earlier this year the tree trimmers came to my house to....yes, trim my trees. I have one absolutely huge ficus on my property. It's a really big "tree" job. I asked a couple of the men if I could take their photo so I could draw them while they worked. At the end of they day, I gifted them my drawings. I of course take photos of my work. This allowed me to give Carlos a faux earring for a social media post. These small <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/tiny-round-glass-dots">glass dot studs</a> are a super seller and very loved by our customers.<br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHXgieuSAqka1tt_Nmd_XrqF3zmdv6QEwDx-pJWBkKOj1XvQhaYcUwimjbbr-eFqjunwzm6hb881bA-JwiGJWAhHZDPOWHtulsAgsGFSyuTa6_qZ8djX_GM0esYuk7QCx-vaqk1jJDpCKR1gMx4Q9Q0BDAf4Kt4ujYVDIFI3yMZBGhlMStyIHRwHT6/s1050/Bonnie%20with%20Bracelets.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1050" data-original-width="1050" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHXgieuSAqka1tt_Nmd_XrqF3zmdv6QEwDx-pJWBkKOj1XvQhaYcUwimjbbr-eFqjunwzm6hb881bA-JwiGJWAhHZDPOWHtulsAgsGFSyuTa6_qZ8djX_GM0esYuk7QCx-vaqk1jJDpCKR1gMx4Q9Q0BDAf4Kt4ujYVDIFI3yMZBGhlMStyIHRwHT6/w200-h200/Bonnie%20with%20Bracelets.jpg" width="200" /></a> I saw a most beautiful photo of this friend of mine. That prompted me to draw her. Hands are challenging and I went for it. I added what I call our "skinnies", little bracelets you roll over your hand. We offer this <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/bracelets/beaded-bracelets/potpourri-skinnies">set of 5 on our retail website.</a> You can wear them all. Or give them out as friendship bracelets.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMBC192R4uqs4MXneFvwtmSPajSf19IbNkoWu_sjwtJ6e4WCV5-ePBW33rjYfk7bn0Tr_Ysc-MauwqAczG5NbZGdIwJs3gTyBNPrjBKy1sVGh3ovq7hOYSyPChN6VkSMcTvTYTdNPixGUbiDpU0htQD8uvZHQrgqKjJTjViaqvpmAr9IOp0MZyO1S_/s1057/Blondie%20in%20Embroidery.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1057" data-original-width="1057" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMBC192R4uqs4MXneFvwtmSPajSf19IbNkoWu_sjwtJ6e4WCV5-ePBW33rjYfk7bn0Tr_Ysc-MauwqAczG5NbZGdIwJs3gTyBNPrjBKy1sVGh3ovq7hOYSyPChN6VkSMcTvTYTdNPixGUbiDpU0htQD8uvZHQrgqKjJTjViaqvpmAr9IOp0MZyO1S_/w200-h200/Blondie%20in%20Embroidery.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>A beachy girl with wild hair needed a pair of our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/double-drop-flower-earrings">long embroidered fringe earrings</a>. These earrings are all one-of-a-kind and will match up with your Boho aesthetic.<br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqOrjxUICwXR6axmdyE3RWreUiP3NIGJ8H9J9sULspuTghNqWxm8gRTiXFFc6zFZ2nDB9ZP145ktDYul6JkmFd3_ciX9R9RaIDtWSNnpgDN81HfDDhssMypr98cywA7l6IIzpartHUR-eQ0gHR_fccP7bJncLWZ6bofrTuWxJGgh3lI6835DEi1bVA/s1440/Bikini%20Girl.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqOrjxUICwXR6axmdyE3RWreUiP3NIGJ8H9J9sULspuTghNqWxm8gRTiXFFc6zFZ2nDB9ZP145ktDYul6JkmFd3_ciX9R9RaIDtWSNnpgDN81HfDDhssMypr98cywA7l6IIzpartHUR-eQ0gHR_fccP7bJncLWZ6bofrTuWxJGgh3lI6835DEi1bVA/w200-h200/Bikini%20Girl.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Another swimsuit model. Drawing the arm and a well endowed bosom was a new challenge for me. Since her bikini top is turquoise, I thought she should be wearing some matching <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/glass-delgado-earrings">glass dangle earrings</a>.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZGJ0PovkB91TjwittDooW9Y7wVqnyKpZoasS1GVbvwvn4l2_iYIio_dzIVUB9pHvwVLmaLB4g30hdY46uwkpGzE_gxqdMIimFE7QWHTzmNJoI1QzH38QTLMr_UQ5kshd-QhmxlyqDrMr3N25RT-4d3xkbmz6-FaNFyEvAt5gj6XGtnNi9e5mcjbv_/s1500/Big%20Hair%20Girl.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1500" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZGJ0PovkB91TjwittDooW9Y7wVqnyKpZoasS1GVbvwvn4l2_iYIio_dzIVUB9pHvwVLmaLB4g30hdY46uwkpGzE_gxqdMIimFE7QWHTzmNJoI1QzH38QTLMr_UQ5kshd-QhmxlyqDrMr3N25RT-4d3xkbmz6-FaNFyEvAt5gj6XGtnNi9e5mcjbv_/w200-h200/Big%20Hair%20Girl.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>I fondly refer to this model as 'big hair girl.' What fabulous long curly waves she has. My choice for her ears? Our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/frida-teardrop-earrings">large embroidered teardrops </a>made with recycled denim. I always have to reassure our customers that the denim we use, which comes from discarded pants is always thoroughly washed before using.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPiQ7UXPz9yZmk93b_kfPvFivkC9OTc7TR8-oh9AdXy0qwznK9vEpNeojxXvoxVWAaZvpuXxBMKFAaCUlkOqz__9AtbqIzEWkgf3mpCSdnuLZzjgIuvQkq7J0N6dEbVF8ubth5PipcAElAmtyHsmdsGe9F2Q0GG9pfesj1Bb7qFEFbY50zL4zPrMCa/s1644/30%20Minute%20Girl%20Dunitz%20IG.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1644" data-original-width="1644" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPiQ7UXPz9yZmk93b_kfPvFivkC9OTc7TR8-oh9AdXy0qwznK9vEpNeojxXvoxVWAaZvpuXxBMKFAaCUlkOqz__9AtbqIzEWkgf3mpCSdnuLZzjgIuvQkq7J0N6dEbVF8ubth5PipcAElAmtyHsmdsGe9F2Q0GG9pfesj1Bb7qFEFbY50zL4zPrMCa/w200-h200/30%20Minute%20Girl%20Dunitz%20IG.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>When I first started creating portraits early in 2021, I would often spend a few hours on each drawing. In recent times, I've often given myself a "30 minute challenge." This was my first one and still is one of my favorites. I didn't have time to re-think my strokes. I just made them. This sweet model is wearing our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings/glass-tiny-rectangle-earrings">smaller glass earrings</a>, which are very loved by so many customers of ours. They really are the perfect accent with so many outfits.<p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>So, there you have it. In another few months I'll post a bunch of other drawings with <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">Dunitz fair trade jewelry</a> added for fun. Want me to draw you? Send me over some photos. -ND<br /></p><p></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-37517418202499092982022-03-07T11:15:00.001-08:002022-03-14T11:45:22.533-07:00My Favorite Designs I Wear from Dunitz Fair Trade Jewelry<p>Some of you know I've been collaborating with artisans in Guatemala since 1989. <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> has been around the block. The other thing you may not know about me is I don't have pierced ears. I've gotten lots of flack about that from everyone. You betcha. Knowing that, I thought it would be fun to share my favorite designs I enjoy wearing (<i>not in any particular order</i>) from my <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">fair trade jewelry</a> collection when I'm not actually working.</p><p> </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhlgB2-ul1QUNNbmr1j_JlIdyIRYwsWJLUdwYFi2ZmkzW0p6eUDbOqJrywrHNxWI_ROUDCWPHBFE_4ltmrwpIShDT5F5tsn5GHOFzEwjeTdlWGqY5UBqGCjxZuQWmi1K7C5aJ0Eqcaf7yn69Y09Sv-7_ESnxjx6L9hTkciki_sC1_7-FdT1keRDyrWN=s3264" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="3264" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhlgB2-ul1QUNNbmr1j_JlIdyIRYwsWJLUdwYFi2ZmkzW0p6eUDbOqJrywrHNxWI_ROUDCWPHBFE_4ltmrwpIShDT5F5tsn5GHOFzEwjeTdlWGqY5UBqGCjxZuQWmi1K7C5aJ0Eqcaf7yn69Y09Sv-7_ESnxjx6L9hTkciki_sC1_7-FdT1keRDyrWN=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Glass Bib Necklace<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>When I dress up a bit, I love wearing our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/necklace/joanie-m-fused-glass-necklaces/hoopla-necklace">Gl</a><a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/necklace/joanie-m-fused-glass-necklaces/hoopla-necklace">ass Bib Necklace</a>. It's a classic look that you can wear short or long. And it isn't heavy at all. <p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhOB8kzf5CF4I5zwq3Yin_U7NxF4U0Y2nJYMy-J7PPDRIx3TlKhPnkGTNfKUZ6o3Snrt4jfYMBhXqpQGhVQmHJm-zQa_8jfjKeENcNZ2FGsmRdehXQ6J3Aa96Q1MPE5eGFbxdhVz_cZmM7SRMy6vimLQLV2mhYyDcDMeHZJCGsV0QRzehoy52KgV70i=s2552" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2552" data-original-width="2552" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhOB8kzf5CF4I5zwq3Yin_U7NxF4U0Y2nJYMy-J7PPDRIx3TlKhPnkGTNfKUZ6o3Snrt4jfYMBhXqpQGhVQmHJm-zQa_8jfjKeENcNZ2FGsmRdehXQ6J3Aa96Q1MPE5eGFbxdhVz_cZmM7SRMy6vimLQLV2mhYyDcDMeHZJCGsV0QRzehoy52KgV70i=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Embroidered Rings<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>We sell a lot of rings to stores all around the US. Since they're not sized, it's impossible to retail them online. You can often find me wearing one our <a href="http://www.dunitz.com">Daisy Denim Rings</a>. These are embroidered on upcycled/recycled denim. We find old jeans at the local markets, wash them well and then cut them up to create jewelry. <br /><br /><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiO7odCFKn71wZOpk1HH9mImeoj_aj_W97ngsDC00xYOGFfsEPXlI45eM2iw8qIcWDuWozxy66zpwHXGBJ5F3r2zVxAvLr_7VWkXKhZ2z8-fhCD6Jcy9wf2TP8KQmQHg5aEneMyaMVgeleiFd5BwJ6QZeR9fpkX-810yWp0002nfV9uImkW9Ui1e9qv=s1500" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1500" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiO7odCFKn71wZOpk1HH9mImeoj_aj_W97ngsDC00xYOGFfsEPXlI45eM2iw8qIcWDuWozxy66zpwHXGBJ5F3r2zVxAvLr_7VWkXKhZ2z8-fhCD6Jcy9wf2TP8KQmQHg5aEneMyaMVgeleiFd5BwJ6QZeR9fpkX-810yWp0002nfV9uImkW9Ui1e9qv=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Denim Floral Bracelet<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>I can't hide it. I'm nuts for our embroidered flowers. You'll often find me wearing one of our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/bracelets/beaded-bracelets/floral-denim-bracelet">Denim Floral Bracelets</a>. We also offer this design embroidered on traditional corte fabric. Want to see more? Watch this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ktgHTcomRw">video we prepared</a> with artisans making these gorgeous pieces. <br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj1jXBb-GnlCk3Bue--1JORXtzHTsx8xxwx-iHNi4yNNvxVhSflPi5i4z8xqTjfbgiTMMB8hhyKQE8wg2zD3e7-Fdz4d-KlXvVJWjCsPNg0XgG8rzd_PtCLq_MNRyOcckYB60KJd7kDQvhcS2yrrV0zjtQZFzqw9i7rzaACwKU5vuAbe0-VnuxKoRHt=s1379" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1379" data-original-width="1379" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj1jXBb-GnlCk3Bue--1JORXtzHTsx8xxwx-iHNi4yNNvxVhSflPi5i4z8xqTjfbgiTMMB8hhyKQE8wg2zD3e7-Fdz4d-KlXvVJWjCsPNg0XgG8rzd_PtCLq_MNRyOcckYB60KJd7kDQvhcS2yrrV0zjtQZFzqw9i7rzaACwKU5vuAbe0-VnuxKoRHt=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Suede & Glass Cuff</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>When you don't wear earrings, you MUST wear a lot of bracelets. I've always been a bracelet gal. Our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/bracelets/fused-glass-snap-cuff">wide suede and Fused Glass Cuff</a> is also a favorite of mine. I like it because it's handsome and<i> not </i>so girly. <br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNGFP8BUo_4ijUKLUUzvrmDQN-DIY9qXLMWzpPqoHUn6TDTSU9gu83WkdFXdw1yU0CKwmaOj5krFlbkgUq2RUAZ_GzEbzm5hT6Hiq8QaSy77B22uL5k4z8rrkpnUHrq8S0dJOaSCgk5Osc84_0Af3yb-m3vWULwnYIqg1_wF3HQx5mw57586Z8qias=s1423" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1423" data-original-width="1423" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNGFP8BUo_4ijUKLUUzvrmDQN-DIY9qXLMWzpPqoHUn6TDTSU9gu83WkdFXdw1yU0CKwmaOj5krFlbkgUq2RUAZ_GzEbzm5hT6Hiq8QaSy77B22uL5k4z8rrkpnUHrq8S0dJOaSCgk5Osc84_0Af3yb-m3vWULwnYIqg1_wF3HQx5mw57586Z8qias=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">World Coin Bracelet</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Several years ago I designed a complete collection of jewelry using retired world coins. It was a huge success and it still sells today. I think the <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/collections/vintage/crystal_coin_bracelet">World Coin Bracelet</a> on my dresser has coins from France, Mexico and Thailand. I even wore it to my niece's bridal shower recently. These bracelets jazz up all sorts of outfits. <p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgCYZqMEh3El-W7xWyCRrM0NzAzcamBRcOksDMT4pez90FTlO2zqMlshx_LdHV9ODyqejKi_aR_mpTrVV60-te0bH5A_-mFfwPj0N9r3yTwokJZ-hn-bYvuNJbwnNp6dKZHMvSmSYLOHR6heBsAdA1IcK5LnTk37Z_IB29B9DCypwzsIS46ptrjLV95=s1236" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1023" data-original-width="1236" height="174" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgCYZqMEh3El-W7xWyCRrM0NzAzcamBRcOksDMT4pez90FTlO2zqMlshx_LdHV9ODyqejKi_aR_mpTrVV60-te0bH5A_-mFfwPj0N9r3yTwokJZ-hn-bYvuNJbwnNp6dKZHMvSmSYLOHR6heBsAdA1IcK5LnTk37Z_IB29B9DCypwzsIS46ptrjLV95=w207-h174" width="207" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vintage Button Bracelet</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>I can be a bit predictable. I love vintage. It absolutely makes sense that you also might catch me wearing one of our beaded designs that use vintage buttons. And since I often wear black and earth tones, you'll find me wearing a <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/bracelets/vintage-round-buttons-bracelet">Vintage Button Bracelet</a> in dark earthy colors. <br /><br /></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiO16h6imFzRS6fOpynm4jF7VE0EQQmlLlHbHje3EJRxekr3oNEQ6W-w5PJCzpWJv5TB32wuH_Gg_WE1cDpETxtx3K321HcVic_Hq3RVaUpb945jaFriTvEYFT_r5-_AOOi9q6pzvXnBuP6WBqi3NLJMxDqYFdBHIYqXAsFUiWaNpF_HkKnC-lIDJ55=s1512" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="1512" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiO16h6imFzRS6fOpynm4jF7VE0EQQmlLlHbHje3EJRxekr3oNEQ6W-w5PJCzpWJv5TB32wuH_Gg_WE1cDpETxtx3K321HcVic_Hq3RVaUpb945jaFriTvEYFT_r5-_AOOi9q6pzvXnBuP6WBqi3NLJMxDqYFdBHIYqXAsFUiWaNpF_HkKnC-lIDJ55=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stacking Bracelets</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Finally, you'll find me stacking some of our most inexpensive bracelets on my wrist every day. Our <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/bracelets/beaded-bracelets/potpourri-skinnies">Beaded Skinnies</a> come in so many colors; solid, color blocked and with a radial pattern. We have little <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/bracelets/beaded-bracelets/square-bead-yuki-bracelets">Square Bead & Crystal Bracelets</a> which are so fun to pair with them. <br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJH0vY1mTCfDP9a5RZeLkJvL-WgBgcpLE_GMbg_A-DyJDni19EadYRRCFbFruCzftjveXz7_CLI3_x6W19UTtTZzx0YE6Mtf3a4N6yedI0DlRAPDp2Emsihmri3kEySJzBLL-KCdyUXpsi3bicCSW8iWH8WjHU4l5hMW0B4gt29LSuq3Sfu4mQi8a-=s1500" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJH0vY1mTCfDP9a5RZeLkJvL-WgBgcpLE_GMbg_A-DyJDni19EadYRRCFbFruCzftjveXz7_CLI3_x6W19UTtTZzx0YE6Mtf3a4N6yedI0DlRAPDp2Emsihmri3kEySJzBLL-KCdyUXpsi3bicCSW8iWH8WjHU4l5hMW0B4gt29LSuq3Sfu4mQi8a-=w133-h200" width="133" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pin me<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Take a closer look at my favorite things. I'm guessing something I love from the <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">Dunitz fair trade jewelry</a> collection will make you or your loved one happy. Yes, I know. You wear earrings and I do not. You'll find lots of amazing <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/earrings">fair trade earrings</a> from us too.-ND<br /><br /><p></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-16775605497270918982022-02-15T16:07:00.015-08:002022-02-15T19:42:45.648-08:00Karen Sparacio. The Heart and Brains behind Project Have Hope.<p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjCfb_KYfd3ufdgs6UBPTyBW-KCMDMCvL_1VP_HLD_BlVcGZ1ehYRCP7DG93r9KXcPdqpsl_rv1XZArv8dHfGHV5E84FYcLGgN9jMQPgRexGDmvwriJhUivYoI6cdi0EfNjN9kEbVvj9no6jseLBig-XpxvA0md8L7XO0wXqJgCny6oP977bC9wkJnj=s604" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="604" data-original-width="395" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjCfb_KYfd3ufdgs6UBPTyBW-KCMDMCvL_1VP_HLD_BlVcGZ1ehYRCP7DG93r9KXcPdqpsl_rv1XZArv8dHfGHV5E84FYcLGgN9jMQPgRexGDmvwriJhUivYoI6cdi0EfNjN9kEbVvj9no6jseLBig-XpxvA0md8L7XO0wXqJgCny6oP977bC9wkJnj=w131-h200" width="131" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Karen in Uganda<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>It seems I'm always talking about <a href="http://www.dunitz.com">Dunitz & Company</a> and our <a href="http://www.shopdunitz.com">fair trade jewelry</a> collection. Over the years, it has also given me great pleasure to share the stories of some of my fair trade friends and colleagues. There is so much we can learn from their talents and experiences. One of those people is Karen Sparacio, the heart and brains behind <a href="https://projecthavehope.org/">Project Have Hope</a>. Thankfully for all of us reading this, Karen was a willing participant when I asked to interview her. Keep reading here to learn what she shared.<br /><p></p><p><b><span style="color: #999999;"><i>NANCY: </i></span></b><span style="color: #999999;"><i>Like many of us, you stretch yourself thin so you can make a difference. You operate an incredible fair trade business working with artisans in Uganda and you also manage to find time for wedding and journalistic photography. I'd love to know more about both. And I think people reading this blog post will as well. I'll do my best at asking you a bit about both.</i></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><i>Can you tell me what inspired you to get involved with fair trade? How did you come by working with artisans in Uganda?<br /><br /></i></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjbvXpg2sgAiq6xJU8nW1ihhJvY9saUuShNIYbYQIj_6MYZRG6EE7z1KwVzY-CKMH9RkxJLp6Zjou-Uz8IZcWCm7OANWHYMfv-9NgbSsV6H9sp-dLh8Z-9b-U_7-b8og8B4A1rJ24qrTEdpntKRsGi86IU8dZ06-VNhxAqdVJtACLmX2yr7B-osDfrX=s1500" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1500" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjbvXpg2sgAiq6xJU8nW1ihhJvY9saUuShNIYbYQIj_6MYZRG6EE7z1KwVzY-CKMH9RkxJLp6Zjou-Uz8IZcWCm7OANWHYMfv-9NgbSsV6H9sp-dLh8Z-9b-U_7-b8og8B4A1rJ24qrTEdpntKRsGi86IU8dZ06-VNhxAqdVJtACLmX2yr7B-osDfrX=w200-h133" width="200" /></a></div><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>KAREN: </b>As a professional photographer, I first traveled to Uganda in 2005 to volunteer for several non-profits to provide them with high quality imagery for their fundraising and marketing efforts. During that trip, I was introduced to a woman who brought me to the Acholi Quarter. I ended up spending two weeks photographing in that community and learning more about the families who had been displaced because of the war in northern Uganda. It was there I was first introduced to the craft of paper bead making. Inspired and awed by the strength and endurance of the people I met, I simply wanted to find a way to help. In that spirit, we started the non-profit, <a href="https://projecthavehope.org/">Project Have Hope</a>, which has been a collaborative entity in which I help find a market for their artistry and we use the profits to further educational opportunities for their children and the artists themselves.</span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY: </b>Tell me a few more specifics about the work you do in Uganda. Is there a type of product that Project Have Hope specializes in? Do you have a favorite items you sell?</i></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><br /></i></span></span></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgkz77NHFvTWB4eJefJqFMk7vTu-Ib5iisB3qqVveCu1ZAUEZ7B_zZpuCLululnEkMcSpRUC88iQ4NN8Sj3M1ydlZz-mT8spiGBhvbanyCavPA9idJ7lrdJUWjEXz-hLIaeUx-hktthEdxo_IC1bgl6-ZCeOP5uREYB3gwttRXz-2fwQfl61QCwWZFn=s2000" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1328" data-original-width="2000" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgkz77NHFvTWB4eJefJqFMk7vTu-Ib5iisB3qqVveCu1ZAUEZ7B_zZpuCLululnEkMcSpRUC88iQ4NN8Sj3M1ydlZz-mT8spiGBhvbanyCavPA9idJ7lrdJUWjEXz-hLIaeUx-hktthEdxo_IC1bgl6-ZCeOP5uREYB3gwttRXz-2fwQfl61QCwWZFn=w200-h133" width="200" /></a></div><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>KAREN: </b>The work I do in Uganda has a lot of elements beyond products and craft-making. Although the crafts are what makes it possible to fund our work, my primary focus is helping the artisans become financially independent. Much of my work has to do with overseeing our child sponsorship, vocational training and loans programs and developing new programs</span><i> </i></span>that will help the artisans find ways to support themselves. Although I have many ideas, ultimately, it is the artisans and the community that knows best what they need, so it's imperative that I spend time talking and listening to them and helping to implement their ideas into living, breathing, effective programming.</span></span><br /><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"></span></span></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEigz0_tCwrMG1yBo9Z7fTllg5CjOnTocRGFGK0wv6zxHeTY53BHGT_V_7igz08BzmNwwWsRtR_Mydd1_Jx7AIQmQ4l99RmCmurgFGn2pC6CRmoqdXIB5x3QQS-lTx1CbtRYOa3T5slXVql-X7JwcSOOlmp-hZGNB5wkte-KDD-a3NSC_sdlK_7JcNio=s1080" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEigz0_tCwrMG1yBo9Z7fTllg5CjOnTocRGFGK0wv6zxHeTY53BHGT_V_7igz08BzmNwwWsRtR_Mydd1_Jx7AIQmQ4l99RmCmurgFGn2pC6CRmoqdXIB5x3QQS-lTx1CbtRYOa3T5slXVql-X7JwcSOOlmp-hZGNB5wkte-KDD-a3NSC_sdlK_7JcNio=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Alice learned Tailoring<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>Project Have Hope</b> is definitely known for our high quality, inspired, paper bead designs. We spend a lot of time developing new designs to ensure that our jewelry is on trend and fresh. With so much competition in the paper bead jewelry industry, we stand out for our high quality and unique artistry.<br /></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">Over the years, our product line has greatly diversified. We invest heavily in vocational training and have trained more than 25 women as tailors. These tailors have helped us to expand our textile offerings to cloth napkins, tote bags, aprons, oven mitts, headbands and plush animals. The most exciting part of our crafts is the collaborative process. By sharing ideas, skills and strengths, we have been able to create a versatile line of products that have been very well received.</span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY: </b>Is there something you feel particularly good about when you think of your work in Uganda. An accomplishment? A life you changed? I'd love to hear a story or two.</i></span></span></span></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjoqU6H_nMXIbBpbuXulqqZIpvpK52_2_8JUdxvXfLPJeFK4UEp4X1C7RbG524epjGrTjHlNfYHQ2Jd1k2LzdRkdrCu6MjWTjtj9zfNT9LY4oceUgnIxjpQukO44WHTQDaNaRlJsXfRuHY1avhDKcICSLt83KwI8PB65IN9vIFqESG911zn40hOOdvp=s1080" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjoqU6H_nMXIbBpbuXulqqZIpvpK52_2_8JUdxvXfLPJeFK4UEp4X1C7RbG524epjGrTjHlNfYHQ2Jd1k2LzdRkdrCu6MjWTjtj9zfNT9LY4oceUgnIxjpQukO44WHTQDaNaRlJsXfRuHY1avhDKcICSLt83KwI8PB65IN9vIFqESG911zn40hOOdvp=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gerard</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td></tr></tbody></table><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>KAREN: </b>Oh gosh, we're going on 16 years now, there are so many stories. I guess there is one that stands out more than the rest. It's a story of little Gerard. I still remember when he first came to our community center for a workshop to paint peace tiles and he looked so sickly. I asked one of the women what is sickness was. "Malaria? HIV? TB?" They responded with words I didn't understand. And then they translated. "Lack of protein." Gerard was slowly being starved to death. There's a long, ugly story around that situation, but the result was that we stepped in, got him medical treatment and found a home where he would be well taken care of. Now, more than ten years later, he is thriving and you'd never know that there was a time that no one expected he'd survive. He is my shining light. So often it's easy to think of all the things I cannot do, I cannot change. Gerard is the reminder that we all have the power to make a difference in the life of one person. And even if we accomplish nothing more, we've done well.</span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY: </b>Another aspect of you that I really admire is your photography work. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/projecthavehope/">Your Instagram</a> feed is loaded with wonderful product shots and amazing artisan pics. Here's a technical question you might be able to answer for me. Sometimes you have background items such as flowers that help you show off a pair of earrings. The flower is a bit blurry and the earrings are crystal clear. These kind of photos always interest me. Is there a "tip" for how someone manages that effect? Answer as technically as you must.</i></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEij39lpRLAzbjbILner6V6JokgHdqu4NexfxXETPcGwYfGOH7NU9IUlOsU_fPLgR8sotymGsPgyvlTkQMR6D2qu-5tgKaGFlonCRAs4PsppZeQq2VZ3RPAzb-R_FKKzUwsYFiLIhE6-TR9wwc_-QItX9xFXFtqxCEKby0R3MKlC9WUkq5BpUZucY0Ag=s1800" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1800" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEij39lpRLAzbjbILner6V6JokgHdqu4NexfxXETPcGwYfGOH7NU9IUlOsU_fPLgR8sotymGsPgyvlTkQMR6D2qu-5tgKaGFlonCRAs4PsppZeQq2VZ3RPAzb-R_FKKzUwsYFiLIhE6-TR9wwc_-QItX9xFXFtqxCEKby0R3MKlC9WUkq5BpUZucY0Ag=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Camera Focuses on Bracelet<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>KAREN: </b>It's all about focus and depth of field. Focus on the area you want to be sharp and use a shallow depth of field to keep the rest soft. I'm old school. I don't use post-production editing tools to change the photos I intended to take.<br /></span></span></span></span></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY: </b>Wow. You'll need to be even more specific for me. Can you baby-sit me through the process?</i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>KAREN: </b>I typically use F2.8 to keep a shallow depth of field and a moderately fast shutter speed of 125. I also generally stand on a stop ladder so I'm above the subject and can tilt my camera to focus in on one specific area. This helps to naturally blur the background.</span><i> </i><i><b> <br /></b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY: </b>And your people pics are extraordinary. I adore how you've had relationships over many years with some of your artisans and their children. In many cases you document their growth. It's obvious to me they admire and trust you, allowing you to take and share these images. Can you tell me a bit more about how you've changed some of their lives?</i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjliOdkTXevMq5VMPH78DnOgOgTbUPGkEqeuh-0fu2yKMHCLqdMPk5y-6QOsXuVkTV3_pjFFICchQBZWWGxPd-ih9VZN1f2Uoa7rsccWWC623eWljD7k5JxkyzMchLQ3XG8EYG4hXU847eHOOic6SdDqqpYBoE4BR6oTtFb3m6lBqzLemygznZV19gN=s2000" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1328" data-original-width="2000" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjliOdkTXevMq5VMPH78DnOgOgTbUPGkEqeuh-0fu2yKMHCLqdMPk5y-6QOsXuVkTV3_pjFFICchQBZWWGxPd-ih9VZN1f2Uoa7rsccWWC623eWljD7k5JxkyzMchLQ3XG8EYG4hXU847eHOOic6SdDqqpYBoE4BR6oTtFb3m6lBqzLemygznZV19gN=w200-h133" width="200" /></a></div><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>KAREN: </b>I think a better question is how they've changed me. I'm exceedingly impatient; they've taught me patience, among so many other things. They've taught me the benefits of interdependence,</span><i> </i></span></span><i></i></span>collaboration, the importance of being still, present and truly listening. They've taught me that someone's educational level or financial status does not in any way represent their net worth and their value, nor does it lessen their impact, nor make their voice any less worthwhile and strong. <span style="color: #999999;"><b><i>(Wow! Love this!) </i></b><span style="color: black;">They've taught me more than I could ever impart on them. I've been extremely fortunate to be the connector - connecting their stories and artistry to others.<br /></span></span></span></span></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY: </b>I view you as a photographer extraordinaire. Do you have any tips for a small business person when it comes to producing good photography? Go out on a limb here. You can share tips for product pics or people pics.<br /></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhSrqHUR44HvmWiV4YKpm6rrBXxZrFM74ytPSgI8PZmRRKWpn5m3rw5ejBdfFSBR6YfKD_J7iLZQ_pLjpx4qgmJIIPI2MDHXQ5mzhcgwvyPSXJgBVZEun3yHBgI9NnJ5ejtvGBsUSl48CfkUZ7WkAH5lZHiAciaN7t-T3jtDmgR8AlgpkymRyPTibap=s2000" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1328" data-original-width="2000" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhSrqHUR44HvmWiV4YKpm6rrBXxZrFM74ytPSgI8PZmRRKWpn5m3rw5ejBdfFSBR6YfKD_J7iLZQ_pLjpx4qgmJIIPI2MDHXQ5mzhcgwvyPSXJgBVZEun3yHBgI9NnJ5ejtvGBsUSl48CfkUZ7WkAH5lZHiAciaN7t-T3jtDmgR8AlgpkymRyPTibap=w200-h133" width="200" /></a></div><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>KAREN: </b>Producing good photography, whether it's products or people, is all about the lighting. For product pics, even if you're not using a professional set up, you can easily get a piece of white board</span><i> </i></span>or foam core and position that to bounce light back into a product so the light is more even and the shadows are reduced. For people, photography skill is minimally important. It's the time you put into building</span></span> relationships and the trust you develop. There are many times when being a photographer takes a back seat. There are times I'd love to just start shooting, but I know the real value comes from being patient, making sure everyone is comfortable and respected and is able to share their voice in how their story is told.</span></span></span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>NANCY: </b>Is there anything else you'd like to add?</i></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><b>KAREN: </b>I think I've already said too much. <span style="color: #999999;"><i>(said with a big smile.)</i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;">--end of interview-- <br /><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiOkFCIPkSdAUHjFpapuGf-irpUkcAEte9IiDNQPLM4zLI_nR1B2ukbO0TU2HQKFEF9ebvjNYaK73ho_U3f1tFhQut-LoslENVodZVt_kdGxCtig6cYhlk9kuH3DTupy9UiHqzZsxm3B04oIWFlKjHeKllJ0umzSaOuRg0IQ1f9EC6HOwUgOgVOo_SG=s1529" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1529" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiOkFCIPkSdAUHjFpapuGf-irpUkcAEte9IiDNQPLM4zLI_nR1B2ukbO0TU2HQKFEF9ebvjNYaK73ho_U3f1tFhQut-LoslENVodZVt_kdGxCtig6cYhlk9kuH3DTupy9UiHqzZsxm3B04oIWFlKjHeKllJ0umzSaOuRg0IQ1f9EC6HOwUgOgVOo_SG=w131-h200" width="131" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pin Our Blog Post<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;">I hope you learned a useful thing or two by reading this interview with Karen. I know I learned quite a bit from our conversation. <a href="https://projecthavehope.org/">Project Have Hope</a> and <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a> are both vetted members of <a href="Fair Trade Federation">Fair Trade Federation</a>. That means you can feel secure and good about supporting our organizations. Definitely take a closer look at Project Have Hope's website. There you can learn more about their mission and score some great gifts. By supporting fair trade businesses like ours, you are making a positive difference in lives. -ND</span><br /></span></span></span></span></span><p></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-65291602395219910442022-01-19T15:36:00.018-08:002023-08-02T20:43:37.997-07:00B2B Wholesale Marketplaces - Stats from A Vendor<p>UPDATED 8/2/23</p><p>You think you're confused? We're all confused. It seems a few times a week my customers ask me if they should be buying our fair trade jewelry on this site or another. Or should they order direct at <a href="http://www.dunitz.com">www.dunitz.com</a>? They want to know how all these sites differ. Since I am not a buyer, I can't share with you how these sites operate from a buyer's perspective. I can share with you how they vary from a vendor's.</p><p><b><a href="https://dunitz.faire.com/user/sign-up?signUp=1">FAIRE</a></b> is the market leader when it comes to B2B gift buying. Their site is the most sophisticated and their fees are the largest for vendors. An opening order comes with a commission of 15% plus $10.00. Reorder commissions are 15%. Dunitz is on FAIRE. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg2ef6DPhCiZxRdyTSHTLJElTno9Xl5nFKeoVzNZ9jINPtbTXO8QbVCANMhzhuTbt-mVG0XUA2nchZLiqcjhx07bHkhcp2_SR0YdOy4_HMW67d2fvsiny2yCzh5E6jH-e8lg0UGfBgzX3Ew_PDosD3pOE8mePEFMhKMOj89w4b0-1xkMQd699WF7KoE=s266" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="266" data-original-width="266" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg2ef6DPhCiZxRdyTSHTLJElTno9Xl5nFKeoVzNZ9jINPtbTXO8QbVCANMhzhuTbt-mVG0XUA2nchZLiqcjhx07bHkhcp2_SR0YdOy4_HMW67d2fvsiny2yCzh5E6jH-e8lg0UGfBgzX3Ew_PDosD3pOE8mePEFMhKMOj89w4b0-1xkMQd699WF7KoE=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></div>Technically FAIRE is the vendor. They collect money. And they pay us on the terms we agree upon with them. FAIRE collects all resale tax information from buyers.<br /><p></p><p>We choose to have all FAIRE orders paid out on Net 30. The other options for vendors is to be paid in 2 or 3 days or 60 days. Depending on a vendor’s choice, vendors pay a processing fee which is approximately 3%. If you can prove a relationship with a store<i> (in the form of an invoice during the previous two years, or email communication, or registration on your back-end)</i> FAIRE will remove the commission fee. Processing fees are collected on all orders. One way to expedite this process is to upload your entire customer list to the FAIRE system. FAIRE says they don't use our lists for any reason other than to help prove prior relationships.</p><p>Vendors can purchase mailing labels for orders through FAIRE. In this case the vendor assumes the risk of loss since boxes will not be insured. At this time (1/1/23), FAIRE reimburses vendors for pre-paid labels. This is always our choice because we insure all of our wholesale orders.<br /></p><p> <br /></p><p><b><u>ABOUND</u></b> As of 6/2023, this venue has been closed down for traditional wholesale orders. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><u><b>MSA Marketplace</b></u> As of 1/1/23, this venue has been closed down.<br /><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /></p><p><u><b>FTF Marketplace</b></u> As of 1/1/23, this venue has been closed down. <br /></p><p></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><u><b>Juniper</b></u> As of 1/1/23, Juniper (operated by International Market Centers) has redefined their B2B site to only support vendors that physically participate in their trade shows. We had signed up for their B2B site early in 2022 and went through a laborious on-boarding process. We were told that IMC exhibitor rates were half that of non-exhibitors. We were OK with that, given that more business is more business. We garnered no business from their portal and at the end of the year asked to be removed as an active account. We learned today 1/5/23 that IMC sent an announcement out that their site would only accommodate their trade show exhibitors going forward. Clearly if the site had been generating revenue and activity, this is not a decision they would have made.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><u><b>Tundra</b></u> - As of July 2023, Tundra has also closed down.<p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /> <br /></p><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZwU-4JJwhhGbjvzOy11DLA1NHjezYAf267qMsV8WhMfIO7NC1tevqqeId6JEcAXhRWX8QpwJreOltc1HFLHFpNUbFlPM2N5Bf5c_vSGFNDQYbkhHUR0OSAepR3NlyNwveYwdw3syNoJhEStVM7Fi4hRoexgy5DVnzlQz_kOPS982VwFo4MxBydFwB=s335" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="335" data-original-width="335" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZwU-4JJwhhGbjvzOy11DLA1NHjezYAf267qMsV8WhMfIO7NC1tevqqeId6JEcAXhRWX8QpwJreOltc1HFLHFpNUbFlPM2N5Bf5c_vSGFNDQYbkhHUR0OSAepR3NlyNwveYwdw3syNoJhEStVM7Fi4hRoexgy5DVnzlQz_kOPS982VwFo4MxBydFwB=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></div><a href="https://www.dunitz.com/"><b>DUNITZ & COMPANY</b></a> is our proprietary site we built so you can work with us directly. It is the easiest for us to manage. We can offer more options on our own site. Managing all of the others is a bit cumbersome. Want to order a bunch of Starry Night earrings for your store? On our site you can. On the other sites, we can only make "assortments" available. Managing special orders and back-orders is easily done when working direct. With restrictions on other sites, it is more difficult. We also have some items we offer with lower margins. Our Judaica Collection is an example. We can't afford to list these designs on FAIRE and pay high commission. We've also learned that with FAIRE, they expect orders to ship almost as quickly as they are received. We need to limit what we offer on these sites to the items we stock deep and can ship super quickly.<p></p><p> </p><p>Do I think everyone, everywhere is creating a B2B buying website to snag a piece of the pie? Yes. At the end of they day, I'm thrilled to obtain new business where-ever it comes from. It's like that old story of which credit card I prefer. Visa or Amex? Truth is it's all good. I like it all. I'm not going to eliminate one because they charge me a larger fee. Are some of these B2B sites easier to use than others? Yes. Might I prefer one over another? Yes. Am I happy to have business come in from any of them? Yes. The bottom line is no matter where you shop, I appreciate you shopping <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a>'s fair trade jewelry.</p><p>Please share with me your experiences with these sites. I'd love to hear from you. And thank you for being our customer. -ND<br /></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-46765454139681266412021-12-07T10:40:00.004-08:002021-12-20T09:52:31.638-08:00Christmas Windows We Adore - Now & Then<p>We love discovering <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company fair trade jewelry</a> in our client's retail stores. And this time of year, we adore seeing their Christmas windows. Here are some of our Christmas favorites. Most are from 2021. Some are from years past.<br /></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGpWqUy96MUueUfCLt1t1cq0zGbTACJ-vIMt0HJctWjJEQj_XaSBUQIpQhK0SSfpALayOhvFXYK2TsOeLk9Ox0tjUcQGFU6j7S8HYXp_EQ8us_FpBE6_4q2AF4_FcVPL3a9URNPv2iCss/s1440/Eyes+Gallery.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1095" data-original-width="1440" height="243" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGpWqUy96MUueUfCLt1t1cq0zGbTACJ-vIMt0HJctWjJEQj_XaSBUQIpQhK0SSfpALayOhvFXYK2TsOeLk9Ox0tjUcQGFU6j7S8HYXp_EQ8us_FpBE6_4q2AF4_FcVPL3a9URNPv2iCss/w320-h243/Eyes+Gallery.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><a href="https://www.eyesgallery.com/"><b>Eyes Gallery</b></a>, Philadelphia PA<br /><br /><p></p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p><b> </b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvwx-wX50V4s9syZ15aZRIHjfZxRIwvpcU-0uung4ZmdXn3JhfBvVTqDJc2uLViTs5Ue_3pmLGo7oOhCQ5RsncMj2_Hv0M0HfusTqtVz7NqnE7zKHS0nvq-XOJa5A6kIMV2R4yyTULgyE/s1800/Humankind+Fair+Trade.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvwx-wX50V4s9syZ15aZRIHjfZxRIwvpcU-0uung4ZmdXn3JhfBvVTqDJc2uLViTs5Ue_3pmLGo7oOhCQ5RsncMj2_Hv0M0HfusTqtVz7NqnE7zKHS0nvq-XOJa5A6kIMV2R4yyTULgyE/w256-h320/Humankind+Fair+Trade.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><b><a href="https://www.humankindslo.org/">HumanKind fair trade</a></b>, San Luis Obispo CA<p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWqVFE_LIm3cUOPK_afbgJ3l_2pGgOlX9ruoEZKriN8lCvcEjfrqTvh8eFyUY6eXDMojoNc6ivKuSHb4CqjtrkLBgp3MNakekYrFzPpWBedDw2qNMO9yh-rVx3RUq87fxzVP-l_yibQvQ/s960/Myers.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="602" data-original-width="960" height="201" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWqVFE_LIm3cUOPK_afbgJ3l_2pGgOlX9ruoEZKriN8lCvcEjfrqTvh8eFyUY6eXDMojoNc6ivKuSHb4CqjtrkLBgp3MNakekYrFzPpWBedDw2qNMO9yh-rVx3RUq87fxzVP-l_yibQvQ/s320/Myers.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><a href="https://www.facebook.com/myersfashionsetc/"><b>Myers Fashion etc.</b></a>, Alpena MI<p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFEJg16aEPqvBQNLKWIbKAe2Mdjhbmr_GXSKCBaOe0S6ZH5LGRBQk1D0WQdnn8RJMflyuuhlrOKiiV3-90g4wpCJ1enNz73PGu7wv_gCSUhOMrGv-U8wxH7dcQcdczT73MBOweB95qsto/s1280/Winter+Sun.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="952" data-original-width="1280" height="238" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFEJg16aEPqvBQNLKWIbKAe2Mdjhbmr_GXSKCBaOe0S6ZH5LGRBQk1D0WQdnn8RJMflyuuhlrOKiiV3-90g4wpCJ1enNz73PGu7wv_gCSUhOMrGv-U8wxH7dcQcdczT73MBOweB95qsto/s320/Winter+Sun.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><b><a href="https://www.wintersunsummermoon.com/">Winter Sun</a>, </b>Rhinebeck NY<b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiFPKixt0CpoBrUkRHDwwVJdS5Z7vkSrAgycQsE-rI4f9xS7rAHQAZxQqbQyHNhm4ukK2M-7a0WGOiTLgttQMVWA4utqY9TRkbXb4tAo4z565mUzCY9QwXsqHvIyKSfnd3X9y9oNa9Wm4/s1280/Winter+Sun.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a></div></b><p></p><p><b> </b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmAnk-1_hk9QzYEfUPk5JfsCn0Fn65bt6wyrLCRRW29eLSNVwsdUA7cMMn8d-X5rLiw9OeZzS8jrGj_-VkuMGkcaVJK8-yLw00SoxIN7lqBxheog6v7E-D_EIm0U_eXA8AKv4GhKV4Wds/s960/Bead+Wear+2020.jpg" style="clear: right; 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margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLwXKX2chjSQ_yxCTEnSuqgSWQTAESlG4D_IEe0rc-Ek87H1GkwbYUjt1trDeqQ3ILN-j438Xnk1DnApsFZ7ADZz4jilUgoM1L8DC4jUCW8J0TwEjhFmcgky998Ay-eNfx7CMRxJc8xYM/s320/Creative+Women+of+the+World.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p><a href="https://www.gocwow.org/"><b>Creative Women of the World</b></a>, Ft Wayne IN<br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Have seasonal windows we've missed? Please send me a pic and I'll gladly share your display in this post. And I'll add your website or facebook link as well. It is our pleasure to share info on our clients who support us by selling Dunitz & Company <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">fair trade jewelry</a>. We love you and appreciate you. -ND<br /></p><p></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-66611251286481020372021-11-04T10:20:00.007-07:002021-11-11T10:21:09.541-08:00November is for Thanks. Our Small Fair Trade Business Thanks You.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih8v5rpXeIeqfND233sQuTcWKmosfPAFCBoGfMqHYDjvLyFYw7YsmFKhwu1aMus5EwTiPgNidNOm8yARKKHAFmRZYAWkSIccLO17iV_poeMZPs62gTcKX0A94EW4j0tN1E5ZuT2kAsbJY/s1404/Many+Thanks+Plate.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1404" data-original-width="1404" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih8v5rpXeIeqfND233sQuTcWKmosfPAFCBoGfMqHYDjvLyFYw7YsmFKhwu1aMus5EwTiPgNidNOm8yARKKHAFmRZYAWkSIccLO17iV_poeMZPs62gTcKX0A94EW4j0tN1E5ZuT2kAsbJY/w200-h200/Many+Thanks+Plate.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>And like that, it's November. And November is for thanks. It's been a tough time for so many small fair trade businesses like ours. The trials and tribulations presented by Covid did not fall lightly on<a href="https://www.dunitz.com/"> Dunitz & Company</a>. And I know it's been a tough go for so many others. I thought this was the perfect time to prove the glass is always half full, not half empty. In no particular order, and on behalf of Dunitz & Company, here is a bunch of thanks<b>.<span style="color: #ea9999;"> <i>[And if you want to know why this pic to the right is so special, you'll need to read to the end!]</i></span><br /></b><br /><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQlNT1houj6lihacs2zZulO9Bfq0-x3Tro3KE4shDkTt2l2eQLXSt1LrW64AnPNXgMv5GsaUD_2MaNGS2qMySesF2wHYGmp4KJXgbO_RCTXpG0icXgG3REsb20AxtUOX70AWEFAVgXKeA/s642/Nancy+and+Customers.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="423" data-original-width="642" height="132" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQlNT1houj6lihacs2zZulO9Bfq0-x3Tro3KE4shDkTt2l2eQLXSt1LrW64AnPNXgMv5GsaUD_2MaNGS2qMySesF2wHYGmp4KJXgbO_RCTXpG0icXgG3REsb20AxtUOX70AWEFAVgXKeA/w200-h132/Nancy+and+Customers.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for our customers, many who keep coming back time and time again. Clearly they wouldn't be reordering if our <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">fair trade jewelry</a> didn't sell. We also know there are so many choices out there. And we're thankful they do keep coming back. When brick & mortar stores began opening up again earlier this year, we were overjoyed that so many of our existing customers restocked with our designs.<span style="color: #999999;"><i> (This collage was made in 2015. It certain shows how much we appreciate you all!.)<br /></i></span><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFrM4HVT8SFVxdOFozVhqFd1-JkPFCbPlvFCRvvSPbd0ixXPnzQq39QV-Vj9EuJ09quakAUBj3OT4GimtwTLswbYoOTVIcCNNNAr8IHiCuRQ-39sxUfg58vkcEOflNyKVzYy0frJxBQ70/s426/ZeeBee+Flag+Earrings.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="426" data-original-width="426" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFrM4HVT8SFVxdOFozVhqFd1-JkPFCbPlvFCRvvSPbd0ixXPnzQq39QV-Vj9EuJ09quakAUBj3OT4GimtwTLswbYoOTVIcCNNNAr8IHiCuRQ-39sxUfg58vkcEOflNyKVzYy0frJxBQ70/w200-h200/ZeeBee+Flag+Earrings.png" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for our clients who have collaborated with us to create custom designs for their stores. There are too many to name. We did write a blog post not too long ago, where we singled out many projects. <a href="https://www.dunitzfairtrade.com/2021/08/your-ideas-for-custom-fair-trade-jewelry.html">Click to check it out here.</a> <span style="color: #999999;"><i>You might get some good ideas for your store! </i><span style="color: black;">The earrings featured to the right are offered by <a href="https://zeebeemarket.com/collections/jewelry/products/exclusive-st-louis-city-flag-dangle-earrings">ZeeBee Market</a> in Saint Louis.<br /></span></span><br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHwp1jIYh8clQbSxBGf5JsWI3Ybqkha49bRTGm8uVMjvuqO3Ln3M4pAD_zN3NrtAtUsyChbp5i5BKeuEh0OcA-xTSILR6ozr1lnVf7MYSsWdrAR0PtZzvz1QxfyUkUk5QzMd9H2icsRZE/s960/Guatemala+Staff.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHwp1jIYh8clQbSxBGf5JsWI3Ybqkha49bRTGm8uVMjvuqO3Ln3M4pAD_zN3NrtAtUsyChbp5i5BKeuEh0OcA-xTSILR6ozr1lnVf7MYSsWdrAR0PtZzvz1QxfyUkUk5QzMd9H2icsRZE/w200-h200/Guatemala+Staff.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for our artisan colleagues in Guatemala who continue to produce high quality jewelry that our customers want. Even with Covid, we've managed to keep things going and people working.<span style="color: #999999;"><i> (You can see I put together this collage before I stopped coloring my hair.) </i></span>These are some of the folks I work with in Guatemala. We make a difference for them. They make a difference for us.<br /><br /><br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFDUR6_-GsskGb12i055c-bE5txNLCsXe4MZx3oF-QYqihEAHTgR1n86_JUC7OOVmXRGfN55J-n1EFEIS3G5JnME7l9cu104A4HOxIZcLMtjSBRI53ykRhBppYymSA6YNjpJc_SryiSaw/s292/SBA+Loans.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="292" data-original-width="271" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFDUR6_-GsskGb12i055c-bE5txNLCsXe4MZx3oF-QYqihEAHTgR1n86_JUC7OOVmXRGfN55J-n1EFEIS3G5JnME7l9cu104A4HOxIZcLMtjSBRI53ykRhBppYymSA6YNjpJc_SryiSaw/w186-h200/SBA+Loans.jpg" width="186" /></a></div>We're thankful for the Small Business Administration and the loans and in some cases forgiveness they provided for some of that loan money during Covid times. The extra slush has helped Dunitz & Company as we say "keep our head above water." <br /><br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQg1DcvZqvWhMKSR4NxvN14cZS-jvscpZuzreiDKcrKVpqm9r9UuZCg8zvdzwx66-Fv03n2u-ZqCoKQk2b7jvp5_DzIeaUyk-yu3MAJF7o4nckBSQ2tGuHp7hdsAuHRQXKIZwP2zp66wQ/s1200/HoonArts+Dunitz+Sevya+Baskets+of+Africa.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQg1DcvZqvWhMKSR4NxvN14cZS-jvscpZuzreiDKcrKVpqm9r9UuZCg8zvdzwx66-Fv03n2u-ZqCoKQk2b7jvp5_DzIeaUyk-yu3MAJF7o4nckBSQ2tGuHp7hdsAuHRQXKIZwP2zp66wQ/w200-h200/HoonArts+Dunitz+Sevya+Baskets+of+Africa.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for our supportive fair trade colleagues. There are those that share ideas instead of hiding them. Ones that give you shout-outs from time to time, just because. This year we've collaborated on several projects with <a href="https://www.hoonarts.com/">HoonArts</a>, <a href="https://sevya.com/">Sevya</a> and <a href="https://www.basketsfromafrica.com/">Baskets of Africa</a>. Our most recent collaboration was a joint gift to Fair Trade Federation for their virtual auction fundraiser. <br /><br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxEVooVZ_SFh5Ee0qfC62BSLxqMqrb33IzCSe5j9gOz1o4S8F5pWKfr475dPf0uihBpGTVhJiSgUedrVw4G56ChNROwbu6z0kB4zZoZ2562kpB2pV_RzhBumoBhvXK8PitYtbzN3NcV5A/s1000/Bella.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxEVooVZ_SFh5Ee0qfC62BSLxqMqrb33IzCSe5j9gOz1o4S8F5pWKfr475dPf0uihBpGTVhJiSgUedrVw4G56ChNROwbu6z0kB4zZoZ2562kpB2pV_RzhBumoBhvXK8PitYtbzN3NcV5A/w200-h200/Bella.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for our newest company mascot that brings love and humor to our office daily. We're speaking of Bella the weimaraner. She joined us in March from the <a href="https://www.laanimalservices.com/">Los Angeles Shelter</a>. <br /><br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyxkW3BhlQNwbrfjGWCObME0bMoR538nOZwoe3t93GepD0sVzx3hBtxmXnVJ0QYUFYxPArxtfBKyxmDbB_q2Dl977WbwBq9VKZvWXtOqWmdsaxTTpFeXEdNgCAVSBChEan2HTbgF4BrjE/s640/A+Messy+Office.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyxkW3BhlQNwbrfjGWCObME0bMoR538nOZwoe3t93GepD0sVzx3hBtxmXnVJ0QYUFYxPArxtfBKyxmDbB_q2Dl977WbwBq9VKZvWXtOqWmdsaxTTpFeXEdNgCAVSBChEan2HTbgF4BrjE/w200-h200/A+Messy+Office.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">our often messy office</a>, which allows us to get our work done in a safe place.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCpllsyor9zMmAibFAJh9ozlTpHtaN5D7mfrsAP0HHPBsKr9Nqe8Uipyidw1pI-ISlsnlunXE0H7rRP3C71_xpSGFp442NUqdcisp_bLh0nx2ZqRS08cYBdBlcZNWEUcWLnHADGPuifkA/s1064/Justice+McQueen.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1064" data-original-width="1064" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCpllsyor9zMmAibFAJh9ozlTpHtaN5D7mfrsAP0HHPBsKr9Nqe8Uipyidw1pI-ISlsnlunXE0H7rRP3C71_xpSGFp442NUqdcisp_bLh0nx2ZqRS08cYBdBlcZNWEUcWLnHADGPuifkA/w200-h200/Justice+McQueen.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for our office landlord who reduced our monthly rent during these crazy times.<br /> <br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvsX-0W5Vk6NY1Ya0DnmIv2Vi4E5m1n6DIwV51PiQpMdThufRfq-icR0Edrz_F5gd33eRq_WcCbgBQCbDVcsP8e1-nR92M3FkEGGEdb6vhhX5Mrvj1eSfk06MpCBdp4pXVTXg64PfmHwc/s640/Donated+Packing+Boxes.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvsX-0W5Vk6NY1Ya0DnmIv2Vi4E5m1n6DIwV51PiQpMdThufRfq-icR0Edrz_F5gd33eRq_WcCbgBQCbDVcsP8e1-nR92M3FkEGGEdb6vhhX5Mrvj1eSfk06MpCBdp4pXVTXg64PfmHwc/w200-h200/Donated+Packing+Boxes.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for our neighbors who pawn off their used boxes and packing materials on us. We love not spending money on packing materials when we don't have to. And we also like knowing by recycling, we are saving our planet just a little bit. <span style="color: #999999;"><i>Our neighbors run a small vegan grocery. <br /></i></span><br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-ULwznooL2UzaRyYDUum32HG4W5k7mpstppgG5yCniqq6rcxIK_mCdv7K2MFEkic50GfiWdGfKkI7bn0YSBIvC6LBc_kAyZJ0GTT8y5bPZt0k4KQZuCK9VqIhYkGUHrc4gig0dVdtpWY/s483/Fair+Trade+Organizations.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="218" data-original-width="483" height="90" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-ULwznooL2UzaRyYDUum32HG4W5k7mpstppgG5yCniqq6rcxIK_mCdv7K2MFEkic50GfiWdGfKkI7bn0YSBIvC6LBc_kAyZJ0GTT8y5bPZt0k4KQZuCK9VqIhYkGUHrc4gig0dVdtpWY/w200-h90/Fair+Trade+Organizations.png" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for the support organizations we're part of that continue to educate the masses about the merits of fair trade. <a href="https://www.fairtradefederation.org/">Fair Trade Federation</a>, <a href="https://fairtradela.org/">Fair Trade Los Angeles</a>, <a href="https://www.greenamerica.org/">Green America</a>.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2Wbg9rz0IkNjY9eC-KCqdfYwZfK2_BFdW8ZjtN5W-AFU9HPWNBZc4IO5818Cx9vv3S_uwXhisc4m4YVUFeB8WntFDNw2dTwWhzue8-e4mMfZqa-uM7j4CDO9AZ2xHDnLLqX8xT2beEvk/s600/MSA+Logo+member.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="325" data-original-width="600" height="108" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2Wbg9rz0IkNjY9eC-KCqdfYwZfK2_BFdW8ZjtN5W-AFU9HPWNBZc4IO5818Cx9vv3S_uwXhisc4m4YVUFeB8WntFDNw2dTwWhzue8-e4mMfZqa-uM7j4CDO9AZ2xHDnLLqX8xT2beEvk/w200-h108/MSA+Logo+member.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for our museum store clients and our membership at Museum Store Association<span style="color: #999999;">.<i> (My love of fine art, my art history studies and my new found love as a portrait artist feed my love of working with museum stores even more.)<br /></i></span><br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid110CDJTvqnckQ3mS_lLZIsIwxiEKgWrzKOl2SJ0NE5hEaaf5NToA9sAyX8VmyFW8qDy3iO4saw2q9nQq-rlE9f7v6iYD_n0PUJOK6xJrSlifAlMxZcE-j1khjBq_nWLPNOUgt7pxToI/s380/Faire+and+Abound.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="291" data-original-width="380" height="153" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid110CDJTvqnckQ3mS_lLZIsIwxiEKgWrzKOl2SJ0NE5hEaaf5NToA9sAyX8VmyFW8qDy3iO4saw2q9nQq-rlE9f7v6iYD_n0PUJOK6xJrSlifAlMxZcE-j1khjBq_nWLPNOUgt7pxToI/w200-h153/Faire+and+Abound.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for the new "wholesale rep" websites (in the absence of trade shows,) that have sprung up and grown in recent times. <a href="https://dunitz.faire.com/user/sign-up">FAIRE</a> and <a href="https://helloabound.com/dunitz">ABOUND</a> have allowed us to find and connect with new retail stores. This new way of connecting with retailers may mean we won't have to travel to trade shows as they now become available again. <br /><br /><br /><br /><p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivolGDMyfwFB4Wd-ZOONw005ANhXJ7N3dp6RaHf8ndOq-4ZQeH4FiacQgMqlF5bzm5I00hyqL9Uo9tlAGlDpkBNzvaINvlVfBc1c5-QF-K0chzy1OEBCqbDzP5hc3d76Dvfq4WT9i1cxE/s498/Store+Locator.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="498" height="136" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivolGDMyfwFB4Wd-ZOONw005ANhXJ7N3dp6RaHf8ndOq-4ZQeH4FiacQgMqlF5bzm5I00hyqL9Uo9tlAGlDpkBNzvaINvlVfBc1c5-QF-K0chzy1OEBCqbDzP5hc3d76Dvfq4WT9i1cxE/w200-h136/Store+Locator.png" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful that some of our customers are now selling <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">
Dunitz & Company</a> jewelry online. We always knew they'd have success.
I think the downtime from Covid allowed many of our clients to grease
up their websites. Did you know we have a <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/store-locator">store locator function</a> on our websites? If we don't have a retailer in any given area, these websites will pop up as options to purchase our designs.<span style="color: #999999;"><i> [Note: To be listed on our store locator, you need to have purchased from us within 6 months.]<br /></i></span><p></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwzGQuCn6ZSfCK5k4mUgTSThItlegHRSvXt56EufcETuc5o3Ma6Tf88IqhBUi2drxYtlSp5iYEaaEPJJ6TbYk2VwmizQ9mWNnvMrqjlRXOWzsamd-F67aSfqLOJ2d-zOX_fUbZ_H14sRs/s251/ETSY.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="201" data-original-width="251" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwzGQuCn6ZSfCK5k4mUgTSThItlegHRSvXt56EufcETuc5o3Ma6Tf88IqhBUi2drxYtlSp5iYEaaEPJJ6TbYk2VwmizQ9mWNnvMrqjlRXOWzsamd-F67aSfqLOJ2d-zOX_fUbZ_H14sRs/w200-h160/ETSY.png" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for Etsy. Our sales on Etsy wouldn't support us. However, the retail business we've garnered during Covid lock down on this site has allowed us to cover some of those bills that never stopped coming in. If you have an Etsy shop and you're looking for expert help on how to boost your sales, we highly recommend <a href="https://youtube.com/c/AddToCartEtsySuccess ">Dave DeNard.</a> Watch his YouTube videos and consider some of his virtual classes. Thank you, Dave.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLMFciPEsI3iHDtEueuX5aGZCyS1XTqLv1cpUGkE-BkOqvnGC7JFIBdpWQBQu9iW1BZc6P8BykEc5cqQjQNqwkMRED5DNjtBSl3J9yVFZcMnqcId4H6YHyoyqp3mRm6fKibMNIa7BtOjY/s1079/Shop+Dunitz.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="1079" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLMFciPEsI3iHDtEueuX5aGZCyS1XTqLv1cpUGkE-BkOqvnGC7JFIBdpWQBQu9iW1BZc6P8BykEc5cqQjQNqwkMRED5DNjtBSl3J9yVFZcMnqcId4H6YHyoyqp3mRm6fKibMNIa7BtOjY/w200-h100/Shop+Dunitz.png" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful that more buyers are finding our retail site we fondly call <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">Shop Dunitz</a>. Seriously, we don't drive that much traffic to our retail site. And when we do, it makes us dance a little happy dance.<br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwcyGkuPN9thXkIuVHluTRuMujUM3rRfc3Egkq_KhKs9xCfYplEkX_3g2cIimCWw0_63yQjebIWmw2csAVQ7j-YXi9M1CX4mo9_k3Oaujvid2Y13kdD9SdMg0FggJ-9p2r2KeVTHBJXxo/s1280/Nancy+and+Elisha.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1217" data-original-width="1280" height="190" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwcyGkuPN9thXkIuVHluTRuMujUM3rRfc3Egkq_KhKs9xCfYplEkX_3g2cIimCWw0_63yQjebIWmw2csAVQ7j-YXi9M1CX4mo9_k3Oaujvid2Y13kdD9SdMg0FggJ-9p2r2KeVTHBJXxo/w200-h190/Nancy+and+Elisha.png" width="200" /></a></div>We're thankful for the colleagues and friends that allowed us to interview them during these crazy Covid times for our blog. It's hard to believe just how long this pandemic has been going on. It was way back in June 2020 that I interviewed <a href="https://www.dunitzfairtrade.com/2020/06/Pachamama-Market-Lindsay-Woodruff.html">Lindsay Woodruff </a>of Pachamama Market. In February 2021 I featured <a href="https://www.dunitzfairtrade.com/2021/02/fair-trade-federation-designers-at-work.html">designers that work in Guatemala</a> including Anne Kelly (Mayan Hands), Caryn Maxim and Jennifer Webster (Mayamam Weavers) and Alison Havens (Yabal.) Yes, I shared my own stories too. In June 2021, I <a href="https://www.dunitzfairtrade.com/2021/06/meet-elisha-chan-fair-trade-los-angeles.html">interviewed Elisha Chan</a>, Executive Director of Fair Trade LA. Please check out these posts. Everyone had something worthwhile to say. <b>If you think I should interview you, let me know know.<br /></b><br /><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdgMnc45bSWE4lUMP9eB3ggbPjdN0d0jfT6jWfG443GUlEG2rC71oyEhAc3UV1MdknPQKbm3U019MKBfRuGC4vmODO_QHTB6yq5CM1aA1a1qNW6VxKTqrKlE2eruTwGdow92jgt0Ou6cY/s2016/IG+stories.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2016" data-original-width="1146" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdgMnc45bSWE4lUMP9eB3ggbPjdN0d0jfT6jWfG443GUlEG2rC71oyEhAc3UV1MdknPQKbm3U019MKBfRuGC4vmODO_QHTB6yq5CM1aA1a1qNW6VxKTqrKlE2eruTwGdow92jgt0Ou6cY/w114-h200/IG+stories.jpg" width="114" /></a></div>We're thankful for our fans and followers on Facebook and Instagram. We don't always know if you're watching.We definitely appreciate your likes and comments. Keep them coming. And post pics wearing your jewelry. We love being featured in Stories. We do have a few super fans. So to all of you, thank you.<p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /><br /></p><p> <br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAeXSc7zAjgJKCfLuBI2cbZIHxirJvMJ3pOhNMMB5M3u7k5QXjAjjmlEq8xvfWHjQFJJEYusayrSp0Vv7RxOuwJGWltoewAj-YlmbVqKKesT5TVzN_vIG2zWk9l5m77wgR3sZ7n4aqkGg/s1500/November+is+for+Thank+you+Pin.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAeXSc7zAjgJKCfLuBI2cbZIHxirJvMJ3pOhNMMB5M3u7k5QXjAjjmlEq8xvfWHjQFJJEYusayrSp0Vv7RxOuwJGWltoewAj-YlmbVqKKesT5TVzN_vIG2zWk9l5m77wgR3sZ7n4aqkGg/w133-h200/November+is+for+Thank+you+Pin.jpg" width="133" /></a></div><p>Did I say November is for thank yous? I'm sure <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Compan</a>y owes a bunch more thanks to a bunch more people than what I've shared above. In any case this is definitely a good start. These definitely have been tough times. And, I'm thankful for all the good I've shared and encountered during them. Stay well my friends and Thank You! </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3-xcEG0TD-R_6urOCpJmboTkYQ6w8NcuXrlE4PVf3RUgZuokPluOJT6nteJm8-7fj8A_iKcXy-dF7JucgGiQaWg8mGbkf5ky-nppMX4YwwK47YalaoYm17LHR_myA9dLRUS0BWYcers8/s1404/Many+Thanks+Plate.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1404" data-original-width="1404" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3-xcEG0TD-R_6urOCpJmboTkYQ6w8NcuXrlE4PVf3RUgZuokPluOJT6nteJm8-7fj8A_iKcXy-dF7JucgGiQaWg8mGbkf5ky-nppMX4YwwK47YalaoYm17LHR_myA9dLRUS0BWYcers8/w200-h200/Many+Thanks+Plate.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><b>The morning after completing this post</b>, I was driving to meet a friend for breakfast. The car in front had the perfect license plate. It was as if the universe was speaking back at me. The light changed. I got stuck behind the red light as the perfect plate sped ahead. Phew, I was catching up again. And then a car scooted in front of me. Needless to say I was disappointed I didn't capture a photo. A bit later down the road, I was caught by another light. And there in the left turn lane was the car, with the perfect plate. Snap. Snap. It gets better. The reason I sometimes snap plates is because my niece posts a lot of "good ones" on her Instagram. <span style="color: #999999;"><i>You know, It's a way to connect with her.</i></span> I didn't realize until I was actually texting her a pic of this plate later in the day, that the car ended up being under the sign "Rocco's." And then I knew the universe was also speaking to her. Rocco was her much beloved pit pull who passed away very recently. He was sending Thank yous from heaven. -ND<br /><p></p><p></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9192623049825359756.post-58548695444171057912021-10-07T13:31:00.003-07:002021-10-07T17:06:18.811-07:00Fair Trade Recipes for the Sweet Tooth<p>Most of you know I'm passionate about my fair trade jewelry business, <a href="https://www.dunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a>. Did you know I also love baking? I often scour the internet for recipes that use fair trade ingredients or could use them. Perhaps you've seen Dunitz & Company's <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/shopdunitz/fair-trade-food-recipes/">Pinterest Fair Trade Recipe</a> board with some of my discoveries? More than anything, I have a sweet tooth. If you share my love of dessert, you might want to try some of these recipes.</p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8u9gG_BO5XXv98QkLKMOz8tYb6jqIKGkKbmbapAh8YKNgzgyGI8nv6FIrT9QdmuHDeS6Yo9a9F2SQhs7jlPmKWC4tFJvmzqHuamduhKPTNhKu__sXXoukla4iukBuAeghec7l0PN7EoY/s615/Double+Chocolate+Coconut+Cookies.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="438" data-original-width="615" height="143" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8u9gG_BO5XXv98QkLKMOz8tYb6jqIKGkKbmbapAh8YKNgzgyGI8nv6FIrT9QdmuHDeS6Yo9a9F2SQhs7jlPmKWC4tFJvmzqHuamduhKPTNhKu__sXXoukla4iukBuAeghec7l0PN7EoY/w200-h143/Double+Chocolate+Coconut+Cookies.jpg" title="Double Chocolate Coconut Cookies" width="200" /></a></div>I adore all things coconut. When I discovered this recipe from <a href="https://thisweekfordinner.com/double-chocolate-coconut-cookies/">This Week for Dinner</a>, I knew it had to go on the to-do list. As long as you have ingredients, you'll only spend about half an hour making a batch. You can easily use fair trade ingredients in the recipe. Chocolate. Cocoa Powder. Sugar. Vanilla. Even Coconut.<br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguE71_YUc7hRD2m4LgbiBOY3n7B5TH6_-yklNejVL34UEgoAfjI93O1bVJuXOZhOkx3BxH2xek7S1QhAfSKgD7hNEHaDYqiGMBDVs8W8TtUROU4GmsUtPKt091NPtKrksHmKlcRo_9oeU/s822/Alexandra+Cooks+double+chocolate+expresso+cookies.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="822" height="146" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguE71_YUc7hRD2m4LgbiBOY3n7B5TH6_-yklNejVL34UEgoAfjI93O1bVJuXOZhOkx3BxH2xek7S1QhAfSKgD7hNEHaDYqiGMBDVs8W8TtUROU4GmsUtPKt091NPtKrksHmKlcRo_9oeU/w200-h146/Alexandra+Cooks+double+chocolate+expresso+cookies.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><p>Still like things very chocolatey, but without the coconut? This recipe from <a href="https://alexandracooks.com/2016/05/08/double-chocolate-cookies-fair-trade-givewaway/">Alexandra's Kitchen</a> adds espresso. Don't eat these before you go to bed. I haven't baked these yet. And I think they'd be the perfect breakfast food. Fair Trade coffee is really easy to find. If you're reading this post, I'm assuming you already know that.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPf9chHM4G1Mk2qEvy3o_y0Z6k4l1a7HHocVEqAg7o3hxyE4N0-sL8Q_Nm59y6S5XGPTG5cP5alNSZQZfyCPTH8Qwbg2giEhHodyFdZmSt5iF89i9MTdV7dhmPL8vZE5bfdPMpChWakI0/s600/Fairtrade-Chocolate-Mocha-Brownies.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="497" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPf9chHM4G1Mk2qEvy3o_y0Z6k4l1a7HHocVEqAg7o3hxyE4N0-sL8Q_Nm59y6S5XGPTG5cP5alNSZQZfyCPTH8Qwbg2giEhHodyFdZmSt5iF89i9MTdV7dhmPL8vZE5bfdPMpChWakI0/w166-h200/Fairtrade-Chocolate-Mocha-Brownies.png" width="166" /></a></div>These fair trade <a href="https://www.fairtrade.org.uk/media-centre/blog/fairtrade-chocolate-mocha-brownies/">Chocolate Mocha Brownies</a> are a great way to eat something delicious and feel good about what your banking. You can use lots of fair trade ingredients with these. I discovered this recipe at <a href="https://www.fairtrade.org.uk">Fair Trade Foundation</a> based in United Kingdom. I'm always impressed by the support for fair trade in UK. Here at home, I still need to explain to many people what fair trade is. I think they're ahead of us here in UK. <br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV34Z5klLmjUHNJ1pv6rehODTcaKZ0hM6gfA-YsPPCMh8ocra-pqfIwBR1xQlwWruCEZrmJ_v8k-E1YMVU_SdFWLbJHKiQdF6Csrpnc30z3Qt6NaYxEuzrIlCWGic53JaNBMbe_CeUEQ4/s1000/Fair+Trade+Winds+Popcorn.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV34Z5klLmjUHNJ1pv6rehODTcaKZ0hM6gfA-YsPPCMh8ocra-pqfIwBR1xQlwWruCEZrmJ_v8k-E1YMVU_SdFWLbJHKiQdF6Csrpnc30z3Qt6NaYxEuzrIlCWGic53JaNBMbe_CeUEQ4/w200-h133/Fair+Trade+Winds+Popcorn.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>So you want something sweet and crunchy while you huddle in front of the television? This recipe from Fair Trade Winds for <a href="https://www.fairtradewinds.net/scary-good-fair-trade-popcorn/">spiced popcorn</a> should do the trick. They even offer up resources for the olive oil (<a href="https://www.serrv.org/">Serrv</a>), spices (<a href="https://www.frontiercoop.com/">Frontier Co-op</a>), sugar (<a href="https://shop.wholesomesweet.com">Wholesome Sweeteners</a>) and cocoa powder (<a href="https://shop.equalexchange.coop/">Equal Exchange</a>) you might choose to use.<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqaBb5HRZRQNgQlGn3lRAruxeMB32BeDd3l91N_kdN-NICk15q1bwsDq0wX54C-emulTN9bVlXDOHjUOHdOMbM2VqtuKX2lL9BDlV1IPAOLhwxKykVj6jkZXY3KMKHCzDUBa6hLUdWMtk/s1024/Banana+White+Chocolate+Brownies.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="735" data-original-width="1024" height="144" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqaBb5HRZRQNgQlGn3lRAruxeMB32BeDd3l91N_kdN-NICk15q1bwsDq0wX54C-emulTN9bVlXDOHjUOHdOMbM2VqtuKX2lL9BDlV1IPAOLhwxKykVj6jkZXY3KMKHCzDUBa6hLUdWMtk/w200-h144/Banana+White+Chocolate+Brownies.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Here's a surprise. I always opt for white chocolate over milk chocolate. That's why this recipe for <a href="https://www.glamorousglutton.com/fairtrade-banana-and-white-chocolate-brownies/">Banana White Chocolate Brownies</a> really appealed to me. Bananas allow these to be really chewy. And they are definitely for those of you who like things sweeeeeeet! The Glamorous Glutton, based in UK, was my source for these. Have you ever bought fair trade bananas before? Now when you see some in your local grocer, you can consider baking these.<br /> <p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3qyhVjkxzXkYRXvnMELZ_zlolDJtOpC7JekQb4AGtyggXjtQPaBOs3VEpDe1Oj2hAG0760v1aK0H_UU68S3L3Hg8yYyQAM9OgkeIr8wPL0Pr3rZQx3f1D5Xz1Rs_g4XrgPgVewJ8Dyto/s300/Elanas+Honeycake+from+Fair+Trade+Judaica.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="227" data-original-width="300" height="151" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3qyhVjkxzXkYRXvnMELZ_zlolDJtOpC7JekQb4AGtyggXjtQPaBOs3VEpDe1Oj2hAG0760v1aK0H_UU68S3L3Hg8yYyQAM9OgkeIr8wPL0Pr3rZQx3f1D5Xz1Rs_g4XrgPgVewJ8Dyto/w200-h151/Elanas+Honeycake+from+Fair+Trade+Judaica.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Fair Trade Judaica offers up this <a href="http://fairtradejudaica.org/2017/09/gluten-free-honey-cake-recipe/">Honey Cake</a> recipe, perfect for the holidays. Think fair trade honey for this one. <a href="https://www.africanbronzehoney.com/">African Bronze</a>, a member of Fair Trade Federation comes to mind for a resource. I haven't made this recipe before. It is on my list. And I adore that it calls for raisins too. <p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkHwMBSrC6siUSECVDmOrpRWvL2eKm4CS-Z02Byw-Vdaq4TTjF3W1O28AJ3iZHlY_h9rPumncoeVkbvKk-ztcJVmkU32KBHUOT3koAcmx88Xd3uL-aV7NrOOlRKMwE1EPdBPiZWGGgSTU/s700/Peanut+Butter+Blossoms.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="700" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkHwMBSrC6siUSECVDmOrpRWvL2eKm4CS-Z02Byw-Vdaq4TTjF3W1O28AJ3iZHlY_h9rPumncoeVkbvKk-ztcJVmkU32KBHUOT3koAcmx88Xd3uL-aV7NrOOlRKMwE1EPdBPiZWGGgSTU/w200-h180/Peanut+Butter+Blossoms.png" width="200" /></a></div>Salt in My Coffee, a blogger from Maine has a great recipe for gluten free <a href="https://saltinmycoffee.com/peanut-butter-blossoms/">peanut butter blossoms</a>. She promotes fair trade with these cookies with using fair trade dark chocolate. YES! She also provides ideas for substitutions in the recipe. Prefer honey over sugar. You can do that. This is another recipe I haven't made before. I will try it soon. Want some?<p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8l_fTSsZc3qWo4yvg5ZPYhbLNwqBoyh5t5gsPIv8tlO4-VDwspa3CiwQ78geDxGDxR_BTN1zMetyTfAKVKUCn7_JIPbZMUcNCICSZnI2RvkM1Elcb4-A9kJGhfuB9xoG_SAJbhPoFdJw/s900/Bunyaad+Rice+Pudding.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="900" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8l_fTSsZc3qWo4yvg5ZPYhbLNwqBoyh5t5gsPIv8tlO4-VDwspa3CiwQ78geDxGDxR_BTN1zMetyTfAKVKUCn7_JIPbZMUcNCICSZnI2RvkM1Elcb4-A9kJGhfuB9xoG_SAJbhPoFdJw/w200-h150/Bunyaad+Rice+Pudding.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Looking for a fabulous fair trade rug? check out <a href="https://bunyaad.com">Bunyaad</a>. <span style="color: #999999;"><i>(They also sell Dunitz & Company jewelry in their retail store.) </i><span style="color: black;">Since you're reading this blog post, you'll probably be most interested in their<a href="https://bunyaad.com/time-to-make-pakistani-rice-pudding/"> rice pudding recipe</a> I recently discovered. This recipe is simple to make. Looking to serve a bit of the exotic from your kitchen? This is a Pakistani favorite.</span></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcC58vDjrM4-yX43euGV2bqZ9a1PzPng2cvddpRAu2vs9Gy7_PcvwFXAJY87jcKNb26tY6yDsWZnWF-iospTrtPDRAcGKiJmjqfln0kjXwmjB-T8kim0KlogVA3H-TDFhL3UPR2dASFGo/s300/Mixed+Berry+Scones.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="300" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcC58vDjrM4-yX43euGV2bqZ9a1PzPng2cvddpRAu2vs9Gy7_PcvwFXAJY87jcKNb26tY6yDsWZnWF-iospTrtPDRAcGKiJmjqfln0kjXwmjB-T8kim0KlogVA3H-TDFhL3UPR2dASFGo/w200-h200/Mixed+Berry+Scones.jpg" width="200" /></a></div> Sweets for breakfast? I love that Fair Trade Certified's <a href="https://www.fairtradecertified.org/recipes/mixed-berry-scones">mixed berry scones</a> are made with.....<b><i>drum roll</i></b>....fair trade strawberries and blueberries. And fairly sourced sugar too. On occasion, I've actually discovered fair trade berries at Costco. When I do, they go into my cart. Let me know if you try this recipe.<br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3RJ2iETYlNME4Va3xdKXRvgZ-QfpqdegdLn5Kr-DRYKI-z3oB6QrATKLkiijbBzQpss4gknRDV5OymZ18i0hCE4vUESfe8-vBUOxBkNCz6qrXCGQmF2hjTfrivBlE33LgcmfbKtkTqbE/s1400/Hot+Toddy.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="966" data-original-width="1400" height="138" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3RJ2iETYlNME4Va3xdKXRvgZ-QfpqdegdLn5Kr-DRYKI-z3oB6QrATKLkiijbBzQpss4gknRDV5OymZ18i0hCE4vUESfe8-vBUOxBkNCz6qrXCGQmF2hjTfrivBlE33LgcmfbKtkTqbE/w200-h138/Hot+Toddy.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>And finally, you need something yummy to wash this all down! StyleWise Blog provides a recipe for a fair trade <a href="https://stylewise-blog.com/2016-12-recipe-fair-trade-organic-ginger-tea-hot-toddy-html/">ginger tea hot toddy</a>. You can use fair trade tea and honey to make this one. I'm not entirely sure if you can find fair trade bourbon. If you find some let me know.<br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Now you have my list of 10 fabulous fair trade recipes to soothe your sweet tooth. Sometimes at <a href="https://www.shopdunitz.com/">Dunitz & Company</a>, it's just fun to talk about something other than jewelry. If you have a favorite dessert where you use fair trade ingredients, I hope you will share it with me. I'm always game to bake something new. And don't forget to follow our <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/shopdunitz/fair-trade-food-recipes/">Pinterest fair trade food & recipes board</a> to get more ideas from us.-ND<br /></p>Nancy D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13030198986050477221noreply@blogger.com