Yes, those clocks are one of a kind! That’s the beauty of handcrafted treasures that are magicked from mere trash…
Barak Barnoy’s stylish and eco-friendly wall clocks made of recycled aluminum come from Israel by way of the same fine folks whose African township-crafted recycled plastic bag roosters (you may remember) stole our hearts a few [...]
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What could be more appropriate for a piece of art work created from found objects or recycled materials, than the figure of an caretaking angel?
Some of these angels will help to feed a hungry family in a developing country.
Some will help to care for helpless animals.
Some will bring a smile, [...]
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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 families [...]
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