…Kim Adams was there. Back when Mustard Seed Fair Trade was making its transformation from Ninth Street Video, Kim was already signing on as a volunteer. She’s been a regular ever since. “The idea seemed so amazingly daring to me, that the founders of Mustard Seed just decided to actually try and do something about… Continue reading »
Mar
30
Mar
25
Celebrate Spring
In honor of spring being (hopefully) just around the corner, take a look at Mustard Seed’s assortment of fair trade pots and planters that can be perfect homes for your fresh spring herbs or blooms. If you want to make a striking statement with your planter, whether full or not, the elephant wall planter might be… Continue reading »
Mar
20
Women of TRAMA Textiles visit Columbia
Stephens College welcomes two women from the Guatemalan association TRAMA Textiles March 22 through March 26. TRAMA is “a 100% worker-owned women’s weaving association” that employs weavers from the western highlands of Guatemala. Each worker is ensured fair wages for the products that are sold. Next week, Columbia residents have the chance to observe the… Continue reading »
Mar
18
Light up your home
As a college student, I’ve moved, decorated and set up my little corner of the world countless times in the past four years. I’m graduating in May and find myself daydreaming about what apartment I will live in next, and more importantly, how I’ll be able to decorate it. I’ve grown to find that one… Continue reading »
Mar
17
Jack(ie) of all Trades
If you’re ever wondering how to work in retail, or how to navigate the intricacies of marketing or how to juggle the infinite tasks of a hospital receptionist, just ask Bonnie. Bonnie Blagg has certainly made her way around the country and has evolved her interests as she moves. Bonnie grew up in Lunenburg, Massachusettes… Continue reading »
Mar
14
Picture and a Poem
Vibrant strands Jewelry from another land Traded hands
Mar
10
Bridal shower and wedding gifts
It’s that time of year — “save the date” cards flood your mailboxes, bridal showers fill up your Saturdays and half your summer weekends are already scheduled for friends’ (or your own!) weddings. More and more couples are choosing to register at the Mustard Seed which is always exciting. I love when people come in… Continue reading »
Mar
09
Presenting Charell Strong
Hailing from the spectacular area of Kansas City, MO, Charell Strong is loving her life at Stephens College and Mustard Seed Fair Trade. Lured in by Stephen’s “fantastic fashion program!!!!”, Charell has set her sights on doing brand management for a fashion company or working for a public relations firm. Once upon a time, she… Continue reading »
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07