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Traditional textiles are back!

admin @ June 4, 2008 # No Comment Yet

A new fair trade company, based in Gig Harbor, Washington is now importing fair trade textiles from India. Keeping up with traditional block printing techniques found in the western state of Rajisthan, India, near the Pakistani border.
Owner, Nikki Davidson, is helping fill a niche which has left our Pacific Northwest markets with very few, if […]

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Seeds of Compassion- A Five Day Gathering in Seattle, Washington

Stacie @ April 2, 2008 # No Comment Yet

An unprecedented gathering to engage the hearts and minds of our community by highlighting the vision, science, and programs of early social, emotional, and cognitive learning.Anchored by the deep wisdom of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, this community–focused event will celebrate and explore the relationships, programs and tools that nurture and empower children, families and […]

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Help Ganesh Himal Build Health Clinic

admin @ March 22, 2008 # No Comment Yet

Ganesh Himal Trading Company, founded by Denise Attwood and Ric Conner over 20 years ago in Spokane, Washington is now the largest fair trade importer of handicrafts from Nepal. Their passion for helping those in need has brought about a new project for this dedicated couple, an opportunity to build a health clinic for a […]

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