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 families [...]
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Three of the innovative PuppyPurse dog carriers will be on display at the Musée de Design et d’Arts Appliqués Contemporains (Museum of Design and Contemporary Applied Arts) in Lausanne, Switzerland. They’ll be part of an exhibit entitled “Bêtes de Style,” running October 2006 to February 2007, that explores the relationship between humans and their pets.
The [...]
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