Thursday, June 18, 2026

More Than a Souvenir: Why Museum Stores Are the Best Place To Shop

If you're anything like me, when you head out to visit a museum, you might spend as much time in the gift store as you do in the galleries. I've always said that museum stores are one of the very best places to shop!

Have you ever stopped to think about what makes a museum store fundamentally different from a standard retail gift shop?

Three displays of Dunitz earrings showing geometric ceramic studs and Great Wave Art Earrings
Various Secret Shopper Photos from the National Gallery DC

As a long-standing member of the Museum Store Association (MSA), Dunitz & Company has had the privilege of collaborating with some of the most thoughtful retail buyers across the United States. Through multi-decade relationships, I have learned firsthand that a museum store isn't just a place to buy a souvenir. It actually functions as the "final exhibit" of your museum experience.

Woman Standing by Display at Trade Show Booth
That's me! That's our MSA trade show booth.

Purpose Beyond the Display

When you purchase an item from a museum store, you aren't just taking something beautiful home. You are actively keeping an institution's mission alive. Unlike commercial big-box retailers, the revenue generated by museum stores is directly funneled back into the operating budgets of their parent cultural organizations. The money you spend on a gift for yourself or a friend directly funds:

  • Public education programming and school field trips
  • The preservation and maintenance of historic galleries and collections
  • Ongoing community cultural engagement and accessibility initiatives

The Art of Carefully Curated Gifts

Museum buyers are incredibly discriminating. I can surely attest to that! They don't just order random inventory from massive global catalogs. They meticulously scout for pieces that extend the educational stories of the collections on display within their walls. They look for authentic craftsmanship, unique well-made goods, and strong ethical standards.

This is exactly why Dunitz & Company has felt so aligned with the MSA community and museum stores for many, many years. When a museum gift store features our Famous Art Earrings (which translate masterpieces into wearable mini-exhibits), our handmade Joanie M Fused Glass Jewelry, our intricate Beaded & Embroidered Jewelry or our Ceramic Designs, they are choosing items that have a purpose beyond their display. They are connecting a visitor's emotional experience in the museum with a tangible, verified fair-trade story of artisan empowerment.

Next Time You Visit, Shop with Intention

The next time you spend an afternoon exploring a local (or not so local) cultural institution, art museum, or botanical garden, I highly recommend you slow down when you reach the gift store. Take a close look at the cards next to the displays. Read the stories behind the products. When we choose to buy from these beautifully curated stores, we are voting with our dollars to keep art, history, and community culture thriving.

Looking for Dunitz jewelry at a museum store near you? You can search our Store Locator, and we hope you'll find a museum store nearby that carries our fair trade designs. We're always thrilled to ship our jewelry to museum stores, and there are too many to list. We recently shipped ceramic jewelry to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, embroidered and beaded designs to the Bowers Museum (Santa Ana, CA) and Henry Ford Museum (Dearborn, MI), and our iconic Famous Art line to the Portland Museum of Art (Portland, ME) — all of which are hosting wonderful exhibits this season well worth checking out.

Four images attached showing samples of beaded, famous art, glass & ceramic jewelry.

Are you an MSA member or boutique buyer looking for museum-quality, verified fair-trade jewelry? If you're new to us, visit us on our site or, if you prefer, please use our Faire Direct link. (Don't veer off the link while placing your order. I confess, this will save us commissions. And since you found us here, that would help us tremendously.)

Are you a museum store enthusiast? What is the most memorable treasure you've discovered at a museum store? I would love to hear your stories. Feel free to email me at nancy@dunitz.com. In the meantime, enjoy your next museum visit. -ND

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Met Gala 2026 Looks: Wearable Art Earrings You Can Actually Afford

The fashions at the Met Gala 2026 were, as always, completely over the top in the best and most jaw-dropping ways. These Met Gala 2026 looks blend creativity, artistry, and extravagance that most of us will never have a reason or budget to wear. But this year’s theme, “Fashion is Art,” raises a fun question—why should art only live on museum walls or million-dollar gowns? At Dunitz & Company, we believe you can wear art every day for about $17 retail. So I paired some of our fair trade wearable art earrings with standout Met Gala 2026 looks.

1. Emma Chamberlain | Mugler | Van Gogh Starry Night Earrings
Mugler look paired with Van Gogh Starry Night earrings
Emma Chamberlain’s Mugler look echoed Van Gogh’s Starry Night. And this definitely was my favorite look of the night. I paired it with our Starry Night wearable art earrings.

2. Naomi Watts | Dior | Frida Kahlo Earrings
Naomi Watts Dior look inspires Frida Kahlo earrings
Naomi Watts in Dior feels completely inspired by Frida Kahlo. I mean, look at her headdress! I paired it with Frida-inspired art earrings.

3. Lauren Sanchez | Schiaparelli | John Singer Sargent Madame X Earrings
Schiaparelli gown inspires Singer Sargent Madam X Earrings
Lauren Sanchez’s Schiaparelli gown looks so similar to Madam X's. I paired it with our art earrings inspired by the same painting.

4. Jisoo & Alexa Chung | Dior | Monet Water Lily Earrings
Dior Gowns inspired by Monet Water Lilies and matching earrings
Both Dior looks had qualities reminiscent of Monet’s Water Lilies. I paired them with our Monet-inspired earrings.

5. Colman Domingo | Mondrian Earrings
Colman Domingo Met Gala Outfit inspires Mondrian Earrings
Colman Domingo’s outfit screamed of colorful geometry. That totally reminds me of Mondrian's artwork.

6. Charli XCX | Saint Laurent | Van Gogh Iris Earrings
Van Gogh Iris Earrings inspired by Saint Laurent Dress
Charli XCX’s Saint Laurent look was subtle and classy. I think the iris focal point of the gown was absolutely inspired by Van Gogh.

7. Kris Jenner | Dolce & Gabbana | Japanese Inspired | Utamaro Earrings
Kris Jenner Kimono inspires Japanese Utamaro Earrings
Kris Jenner’s look had Japanese-inspired elegance. I loved it. If this vibe is yours, our Utamaro earrings will be perfect for you.

8. Laura Harrier | Di Petsa | Botticelli Birth of Venus Earrings
Botticelli Birth of Venus Earrings inspired by Met Gala Gown
Laura Harrier’s gown reminded me of  Botticelli’s Birth of Venus. I think it was the colors and mood.

9. Eileen Gu | Iris Van Herpen | Degas Ballerina Earrings
Dega Earrings inspired by Eileen Gu in Bubble Tutu Dress
Eileen Gu’s Iris Van Herpen short bubble dress felt inspired by Degas’ dancers and tutus. Who doesn't love Degas?

10. Ben Platt | Tanner Fletcher | Seurat Earrings
Dunitz Earrings Use Seurat Painting Similar to Ben Platt's Met Gala look
Ben Platt’s look borrowed iconography straight from Seurat's La Grande Jatte painting. Check out our earrings inspired by this wonderful artwork.

11. Gracie Abrams | Chanel | Klimt Kiss Earrings
Gracie Abrams Klimt Inspired Dress Reminds us of Dunitz Kiss Earrings
Gracie Abrams’ Chanel look shimmered with Klimt-like richness. For a small price, Dunitz & Company offers earrings with a similar feel.

The Met Gala 2026 once again proved that fashion can be pure art—bold, imaginative, and sometimes completely over the top. I loved exploring how these unforgettable looks connect back to the artists and paintings that continue to inspire so much of what we do at Dunitz & Company. If you’d like to explore more of our fair trade wearable art earrings, you can shop our full collection. We also work with select fair trade focused retailers, museum gift stores, and boutiques across the United States and Canada. For wholesale inquiries and to learn more about Dunitz & Company, visit www.dunitz.com. There’s always something new being added—whether you’re discovering us as a shopper or as a stockist. -ND

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Fair Trade Beaded Earrings Under $30.00 - What a Deal!

Dunitz & Company's beaded jewelry was introduced to market in the early 1990's. We've offered oodles and oodles of ethically made designs over the years in oodles and oodles of colors. Costs continually go up and we've done our best to keep our designs affordable and accessible. Use our store locator to find a store near you, or find something wonderful on our retail site. Looking for a beaded boho style for you or a gift for someone on your list? Here are some wonderful ideas under $30. You can't beat that!
 
 Crystal Beaded Stud Earrings - click for color options. $20

Diamante Earrings - on sale for $8 from $18. Take advantage of this!
Quilt Pattern Earrings - Now $18 (from $24)
Round Bead and Wire Earrings - definitely a best best seller $25
Beaded Wire Teardrops - These sell and sell. A perfect gift! $25
Striped Teardrop Earrings - When our stock is gone, they're gone. Great deal at $20
Embroidered Flower Studs - A favorite of ours while they last $16.50


Deco Hoop Earrings $28

And honestly, If you log into shopdunitz.com you'll find so many other great fair trade deals to whet your appetite. We offer glass, ceramic and laser cut designs too. Looking for your store? Please register at or log into dunitz.com to find so many fair trade jewelry designs for your customers. We can't wait to work with you! -ND

Friday, March 20, 2026

What We Can Do to Save our Planet - At Home & At Work

I suppose some of these suggestions are business-wise, and others personal.  I try to do what I can to save our planet and also save a bit of money. I know many of you that read my blog posts, are a bit like me. I'm a small business owner and do my best to keep Dunitz & Company "above water." These days with rising labor and product costs, software rentals, website maintenance and on again off again tariffs, it's getting tougher.

1. Take your reusable bags to the grocery store. Why buy bags or use the paper bags that are given to you?  I shop Trader Joe's more than any other grocery store.  The cashiers often seem surprised when I provide my own bags.  They've told me many times that a majority of shoppers no longer bring in their own bags, and use the (double bagged) paper bags they provide. Do you think this is inexcusable? I hate to pass judgement. But, it bothers me. While I'm at it, here's a shout-out to the Dennos Museum of Traverse City, MI. They sell our earrings!



2. Recycle and reuse cardboard boxes whenever you can. I've asked many of my neighbors to provide me with the small boxes from their online orders.  I know some can't be bothered. But there are a few that are dropping off boxes by my back door fairly often.  I still need to buy boxes for my business, but the ones they provide make a difference.  Why put these boxes in our blue bins when they can make another cross-country trip?   I can't stop my neighbors from shopping on Amazon. But I can use their boxes! Do you use recycled boxes?


 

 

3. I don't stop with the recycled boxes. There's loads of clean packing materials available out there. That includes kraft paper, air bubble packing, peanuts and clean newsprint paper. (The one thing I don't like to use is shredded newsprint or other small shredded paper. It's too messy.) My neighbors bring me some. I collect some with my own online shipments. (Think chewy.com - I have two big dogs.) But this is never enough. When I'm close to nil on packing materials I look to Facebook Marketplace and Offer Up. There are lots of people who have just moved and choose to find people who will use the boxes and packing materials they acquired versus dumping it all in the city's blue bins. What I like best is many of my wholesale customers, including museum stores tell me that they are not offended by recycled packing materials and even prefer it. Do you recycle packing materials?

 

4. Ink. Bins. Art Supplies. Online marketplaces are a good source. It doesn't stop with packing materials. Facebook Marketplace and Offer Up have been excellent sources for other things I use for my business, and for me. I've found these marketplaces to be excellent for finding computer ink, storage bins and art supplies. Many of you know I've taken up portraiture. A few months ago I found a woman selling her ink because her HP printer crashed. We made a deal and I drove to meet up with her. When I tried to pay her, she refused and actually gave me even more ink, all the partially used cartridges she had. We didn't know if they'd work, but they were genuine. Lucky me they all have worked.  I've saved a bundle by finding loads of drawing materials this way. What have you purchased lately from this way?

 

5. Saving "Grey Water" in the Shower. Whatever possessed me to do this? I have a small fountain in my garden. The 'pond' below it fairly large. The water evaporates over time. My dogs drink from it. I am always "watering" it to prevent it from going dry. I randomly bought a 5 gallon pail and decided to catch excess water when I shower. I only have a 30 gallon tank at my home which limits long showers. But, even with short showers, I've been catching a lot of water.  I've been carrying it to the garden and typically dumping it in the fountain pond. Sometimes I use it to water my flower pots. I think I'm saving a lot of water. That makes me happy. Would you consider doing this for your own garden?


6. Speaking about Gardens. I have a small composter. Many years ago, my friend Nicki recruited me to attend a seminar sponsored by Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. At the time we purchased composters and other tools at the discount LADWP provided. I've been using mine ever since.  Unfortunately my garden is very shady. Things don't compost quickly. But - I do managed to get enough to feed many plants and small trees along the way. If you're in the Los Angeles area, you could take a class too. Smart Gardening classes are available. Do you compost?



7. Thrifting. I asked several of my small business colleagues what they do to "make a difference." I was floored that all of them told me they rarely buy new clothes anymore. (A couple told me they occasionally purchase something verified fair trade at their local fair trade store. Good to know.) They all told me they prefer shopping at second-hand stores, thrift stores or shopping online for vintage finds. Me too. For fun, I'll share my latest vintage find I purchased on eBay. Do you know the artist Kenny Scharf? He hung out in the 1980s with the likes of Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring. (We're the same age which means he was painting in New York's East Village when I was attending NYU business school. Who followed who?Evidently he lives in Los Angeles now, although we've never crossed paths.) 

Can you add to my list? Share with me what you do to help save our planet and I'll add it to this post. Thanks for reading. And please keep supporting fair trade. -ND

Monday, February 2, 2026

Fair Trade Federation Member Blogs - An Updated and Current List

It definitely takes effort to keep a blog current. And I do my best to keep the ball rolling on our Dunitz & Company blog. Have you read some of my entries? I've been at it for a long time. Sometimes I create gift guides that include products from my Fair Trade Federation colleagues. In recent times, I've taken up drawing portraits. For fun, I use Photoshop to add Dunitz designs. That has allowed me more opportunity to show off my artwork.  I also enjoy interviewing colleagues. Should I interview you next?

It's always a challenge to come up with new topics that might pique some interest. I was browsing our blog when I noticed the last time I updated a post about my Fair Trade Federation colleague's blogs was August 2024. That was a popular and very well-read entry.My first compilation of these blogs was in 2020 and I think it's important to keep this list current. I noticed on review, there were companies listed that are no longer affiliated with FTF. And there are others that haven't made any posts for a year or more and they've been removed. I just scoured all the FTF member websites so I could create an updated list of  Fair Trade Federation blogs. Since my 2024 post, I discovered five new active blogs from our community. I actually spotted a few FTF old-times who started blogging again. They've been added back.

I check in on my colleague's blogs from time to time. I share their stories on Bluesky and Threads. (We still have an X account, but I rarely check it or post on it. Every few months I might tweet something as proof of life.) When I click to read blogs, I want to discover recent posts. I have to believe that's what other people want to find as well. I know sometimes companies/people pause on writing, and then get back to it. If you start writing again, let me know and I'll add you to this list.

In no particular order, (but I did put the newest FTF members at the top of this list) check out the blogs of Fair Trade Federation members. Mine is listed last. (But it is also linked in the first paragraph above.)

AMASOUK - Check out AMASOUK and their recent blog post which proudly says they're walking the talk and what that means. They joined up with our Fair Trade Federation community in 2025. The products they offer come from Japan, Mexico and Morocco. (I want to visit Morocco!)

DIGNITY MADE - This new FTF member is already winning brownie points with me. Big time! I absolutely love that they are collaborative and support other Fair Trade Federation members. Their gift guide from December highlights their fabulous soaps (you know I like that) and their coconut oil products and products from other FTF members. LOVE that! And just wow, look at this blog post showing us all how to make farmhouse style waffles with their coconut oil! I've already posted that blog post to our Pinterest fair trade food board.

ECODUNIA - Oh my goodness. Ecodunia is a power blogger. They seem to be posting a few times every month. Let's talk about blogging energy! Many of their posts specifically address their fair trade products from Kenya. I particularly like their recent posts that is titled "5 Honest Questions to Ask Before you Buy Sustainable Fashion." Obviously they want the reader to know that their business is an ethical one. You however, can apply their questions to any business you might patronize. A+.

MENDED - Bravo to Mended. How incredible that they had the opportunity to pitch the Shark Tank sharks at a recent summit and were one of 3 finalists to receive a $35,000 reward. Read about their experience here. I know I'm impressed. Mended works with survivors of modern day slavery from South Asia. I scoured their site, but can't figure out what or which countries they work in. (When I was younger I traveled quite a bit in India and Sri Lanka and I was curious.)

VI BELLA - Vi Bella works with communities in Haiti and Mexico. I know I shouldn't editorialize, but seriously, making a difference in Haiti these days is a huge challenge. Since Vi Bella is a recent member of Fair Trade Federation, I like how they explained the FTF Principles and how they apply to their business in a recent blog post. It's a good review for all of us!

MAYAN HANDS - A few years back I became aware of Mayan Hands' blog when they wrote an article that touched me deeply. This particular entry delved into how many vendors in Guatemala call their designs recycled, when in reality, poor people desperate for money are selling them their family textile heirlooms. These in turn are sewn into bags, hats and coin purses. Ever since reading that post, I know Mayan Hands always has something important to say.

FAIR TRADE WINDS -  I love that Fair Trade Winds often writes about the lines they sell in their stores. They're so supportive and informative. In fact, they interviewed me not to long ago to commemorate Women's History Month.  They also post some fabulous fair trade recipes that will make you drool. (I always pin them to our Fair Trade Recipes board on Pinterest.) 

 
CAFE CAMPESINO - Lovely posts. Lovely photos. In June of this year they wrote about the process of making and the evolution of decaf Coffee. Seriously folks. There's always something new to learn about coffee and how it is made!

MOSAIC - (a blog from Ten Thousand Villages) - Now here is a site where you can read about every possible topic that interests you. Yoga. Fashion. Travel. Maker Stories. This site is actually quite overwhelming. For instance, I didn't know about singing bowls. And now I do.

BUNYAAD - Here's a blog you can relate to. Reading lists. Recipes. How to clean wine from a rug. Even tips for choosing the right rug. (and they should know!) This is all info that just about anyone can benefit from.  And I'm drooling over the Pakistani Rice Pudding recipe they've written about.


HUMANKIND SLO - Check out Humankind's blog. It's fun to read their stories about the lines they carry. They also write about topics that are specific to their community. Maybe one day soon, they'll interview me.  In the meantime, I actually wrote a post on this blog where you can learn a bit more about LynAnne Wiest, their store manager.

DR. BRONNER - You'll need an afternoon to read through all of Dr. Bronner's entries. You'll find thoughtful articles addressing current events. And you'll find great tips for how to use their wonderful products. I vote for their Peppermint Pure-Castile Soap. Learn more on their blog.

MAYAMAM WEAVERS - I am always drooling over the photos Mayamam Weavers posts on Instagram. Now I can drool more when checking out their blog.  And since they work in Guatemala (where I've been working for almost forever,) I really adore seeing their images. I see faces and designs that have become part of me. (Figuratively. Not literally.)  I really enjoyed reading their post about the ceramics of San Antonio Palopo. I remember in the 90's I hiked to this community with my niece, who joined me on one of my working trips. We took some time off to hunt for these ceramics, which at that point in time, were not yet widely available. Thank you Mayamam for reminding me of this wonderful day spent with my niece many moons ago.

FAIR TRADE DECOR - Fair Trade Decor, a retailer in Coronado, CA has a blog perfect for their customers. They share stories of their products and producers. Most recently they blogged about Planet vs. Plastic which was the focus for this year's Earth Day. We're right there with them in trying to do things that make our planet a better and healthier place.

EQUAL EXCHANGE - This might be one of the best blogs I've seen from our membership. It's thoroughly covers so many topics. (Yes! Recipes!) It's super easy to navigate. Seriously, I can't pin-point one entry worth missing. Definitely check them all out.

PROJECT HAVE HOPE
- You must read these incredibly well written and often heart wrenching stories about life in the Acholi Quarter of Uganda. I found the entries here some of the most informative and enlightening of all the Fair Trade Federation blogs I reviewed. Want to learn more about Karen, the founder of Project Have Hope? I interviewed her and you can read the blog post here.

 

 

 

GANESH HIMAL TRADING -  Learn a bit more about Ganesh Himal and their activities domestically and in Nepal when you check out their blog. They post regularly and I was happy to see their recent post addressing tariffs. It delves into who pays them and who it hurts. Worth the read. Ganesh Himal also operates a non-profit Conscious Connections Foundation which has their very own blog. Learn all the good being done in Nepal from these their two blogs.

ZAMBEEZI - Have you tried Zambeezi's lip balm? It's fabulous. I discovered Zambeezi had a blog when they posted an interview a few years back with LeeAnne McCoy from the fab website Change The World By How You Shop.  You can read our interview with LeeAnne on our blog, posted in February 2019.

GOEX - GOEX blog often goes within sharing information about their business.  We call that transparency. They also write about issues affecting all business, and topics that are educational. If you're up on the news, you know things are quite politically unstable in Haiti. And that's where GOEX works. It's really informative to read their posts about their work there. And when you want a lighter read, they provide some fluff too. Check out their "blue"color snap shot they offered up for winter.


LUCUMA - The Lucuma blog is really fun and collaborative. I like the way they remind us and teach everyone about the fair trade principles we follow. Most recently they focused on FTF's principle #9. Respect cultural, racial and ethnic Identity. Honor people. Read their post to get their take on it while working to better the lives of artisans in Peru.

PASSION LILIE - This company refers to their blog as a 'Designer's Journal.' I like that many of their posts make you think. A recent post of theirs gives some simple directions to spot a fair trade business versus on that use buzz words and is greenwashing. That's a worthwhile post,for sure.

QUILLING CARD - Are you a fan of Quilling Card? Of course you are! Check out their blog to learn more about their most recent beautiful cards.

GLOBAL MAMAS
Global Mamas has a robust blog and it is well worth visiting. Great photos.  And posts that share more about the Mamas and just about everything else from health and fashion to volunteering in Ghana. Recently they wrote about their new journals. And since blogging is about writing, I decided to highlight that entry here.

AWAMAKI - If you have the time, check out this blog. Awamaki's post from 2024 shares photos of weavings that have wonderful patterns of geometric shapes and all sorts of animals. Artisans weave what they see. And there are animals everywhere in Peru where they work. The colors the artists use all have meaning too. Read the post to get more insight. Every morsel of information allows us to love the art even more. It's a VERY informative post. As you know, This blog post is an update from one I created in 2024. I've updated my comments on many member blogs. I appreciate the post linked above, I had to keep it here. It's so well worth ready. Now I'm adding another from 2025. Learn about medicinal plants from Peru here.

DEAN'S BEANS - Who doesn't love fair trade coffee? And how can you not love that Dean's Beans is a worker owned coop.  Learn more about that on this blog post. It's so cool. As far as hot topics. Let's talk tariffs. Or shall I say - Dean's Beans blogs about tariffs. What's up with coffee tariffs?

HANDSPUN HOPE - If I hadn't checked out Handspun Hope's blog in my efforts to update this list of FTF bloggers, I would never have know they were featured in a recent episode of Good Morning America. Read about it and watch it by following this link. They're making such a huge impact in Rwanda.

MATA TRADERS - Here's the thing. I belong to a virtual book club - sorority sisters I went to college with at the University of Michigan. #goblue (I had to get that in there.) When I saw that Mata Traders had a blog post listing books worth reading, I couldn't have been more pleased. I'm sure I'll find something I'd like to read, and suggest to my group. On their list, Pachinko is the only book I've already read. Are you in a book club? Maybe you have a recommendation? (Hmmmm. Maybe I should recommend some good reads for a future blog post.)

WORLD FINDS - Thank you, World Finds. I didn't realize until now that they written a blog post providing Wildfire relief resources. Heck, I'm from California. If I'd been on top of things, I would have shared that widely.

UPAVIM - Upavim works with artisans in Guatemala. We've been doing the same since 1989. I didn't know that they had sponsored tours to Guatemala. It was fun for me to read their posts about their stops along the way. So many good photos. So many good stories. If you've never been to this beautiful country, reading their blog post might whet your appetite.

CRAZY LOVE AFRICA - Crazy Love Africa posts company "updates" on a regular basis. Fundraisers. Your Ambassador Trips. Chicken Poo Bingo. Yes, you read that right. Learn more about Chicken Poo Bingo here.

TULIA'S - Tulia's has some new and meaty blog posts. It starts out with this post that tells you the history of the Wounaan people of Colombia and Panama in great length.  I can't even begin to paraphrase what you'll learn by taking a few minutes to read these blog posts. Just do it!

LUCIA'S WORLD EMPORIUM - Back to blogging and I love seeing this. Check out what Lucia's is selling in their retail store and the stories and purpose of those products. Their most recent post shouts out for Women's Equality (go Lucia's) with a lead photo of an ornament from Silk Road Bazaar a non-blogging FTF member. I love that this post allows me to shout out to another FTF colleague, one on a personal level I miss so much. SRB was my neighbor at shows for many years, and my neighbor in Los Angeles. Sadly for me, they relocated to the east coast many years ago.

BLOSSOM INSPIRATIONS - Another back to blogging. Blossom Inspirations posted in September 2025, and I hope that's only the beginning of their blogging renaissance.Their latest post addresses a circular economy in motion and how that applies to their own business model. Read the assessment here.

DUNITZ & COMPANY - Yup! That's us. 'Nuff said. After all, this is our blog post you're reading.

I am so pleased I took on the chore of updating this list. As mentioned earlier, I discovered many new member blogs that are active and worthy of note. After reading some of my colleagues recent posts, I want to reiterate that you should definitely pop in from time to time and check out what FTFers have to say. I'm almost certain these blogs are being under-read, under-shared (hint hint) and not acknowledged enough. Without question, there are many posts that took the contributors hours to prepare. I know how much time I spend writing some posts for the Dunitz & Company blog. Our colleague's blogs deserve our eyes.

 

 

I hope you'll get on board and read what our Fair Trade Federation colleagues have to say. The wisdom and information many share on their pages stretch so many boundaries. And while you're at it, if you read something you appreciate, share it, thread it, pin it and post it. Let's all generously share each other's posts. Every share makes a difference.

Please follow us on social and we'll follow back. Promise. Facebook. Instagram. Threads. Pinterest. & thanks for reading. -ND