Can you believe May has already arrived! World Fair Trade Day is right around the corner, and we will have daily celebrations May 1st-15th! Stay tuned to the blog, Twitter, and Facebook for more details and information about special events and promotions.
Apr
24
Attention to Detail
Mosaic Votive Holder. Made in India. Lotus Tea Light Holder. Made in Philippines
Apr
21
Sseko sandals make it to Mustard Seed
I think it’s easy to get caught up in the notion that fair trade items are just home accessories or indulgences like coffee and chocolate. But when fair trade spreads to something like clothing or shoes that are indispensable parts of our everyday lives, it becomes a really exciting thing (at least it does for me). That’s… Continue reading »
Apr
20
Helper from Hickman
Sarah Kammeyer is one of the few volunteers at Mustard Seed Fair Trade who is a Columbia native. As a sophomore at Hickman High School, Sarah has a lengthy laundry list of activities, social events and commitments that keep her moving around town. Sarah is a member of Amnesty International and National Spanish Honor Society,… Continue reading »
Apr
18
Apr
14
The Inspiration of Flowers
One of my favorite things about spring is freshly cut flowers filling up vases all over my apartment. Even when they’re still in full bloom, I begin to daydream about what beautiful pressed flowers could come from them when their freshness wears off. Try as I might, I will never be able to make as… Continue reading »
Apr
13
Third-World Perspective
Many of us probably couldn’t identify Kyrgyzstan on a map, but one Mustard Seed volunteer has traveled all the way from the Asian country to pursue her education. Aigul Kubatbekova has certainly made her way around. She came from Krygystan (I found it. It is on the northwest corner of China) a couple years ago… Continue reading »
Apr
12
Apr
10
Store of Rock
Don’t tell our director Jessica, but I’m secretly volunteering at the Mustard Seed to start a fair-trade band. I know it’s deceptive, but I think outside the box, folks. Who could resist a handsome fellow like myself playing the singing bowl? Take a look over there. Look at those beautiful instruments! Quick, before this gets… Continue reading »
Apr
08
Farmers market and cooking in season
If you’re new in town or have simply never been, make an effort to stop by the Columbia Farmers Market. Open again for the season, the market is located behind the ARC on the corner of Clinkscales and Ash and is open 8 a.m.-12 p.m. on Saturdays (rain or shine!). Starting in May, the market… Continue reading »