Emily’s patchwork tote bag Emily dabbled with bits of sewing when she was really little — driving the sewing machine madly around a piece of scrap cloth while her grandmother made sure she didn’t get her fingers under the needle, mostly! But now she’s a teenager (gah ! when did that happen?) she’s starting to [...]
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Perfect for the artist wanting a touch of Africa in her work — these colorful paper beads are individually made by beaders in Kampala, Uganda. More than just ethno-hip in the extreme, however, these beads save women’s lives: Through the production of handmade jewelry made of paper beads, Ugandan women generate income to lift their [...]
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