Tag Archives: the other

retailer: NOVICA

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Leah

NOVICA connects consumers to artisans all over the world through a single online marketplace. Rather than hire out craftspeople to create its designs, the company relies on the skill and creativity of each artisan, curating unique, handcrafted pieces for its … Continue reading →

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the face of fair trade

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Leah

I stumbled upon a post by Carrie McKean, founder of fair trade company, Scarlet Threads, that made me think – really for the first time – about the potential fallout of the way companies typically advertise fair trade products. Human … Continue reading →