For the last week, our eyes have been turned “In London So Fair” …fair trade, that is. UK news blog clickgreen.org reported that guests at the games will be served foods made with fair trade certified coffee, bananas, tea, wine, sugar and oranges. That means more than 14 million meals served over the 17-day span… Continue reading »
Aug
01
Jul
02
Stop and Shop the Stuffies: How I got into the Seed
The first time I walked into the Seed, I found out my grandmother was dying. I was looking at a display of stuffed animals when my phone rang. My mom was on the other end, telling me that my thought-to-be-healthy grandmother had suffered a major heart attack. Staring at the perfect stitching and embroidered faces… Continue reading »
Jan
09
Patric Chocolate
Mustard Seed is thrilled to now be carrying Patric chocolate. We’re excited because it is not only delicious, but also happens to be made by a local company. Patric began after Alan “Patric” McClure spent a year in France, where he studied the chocolate making process. In 2006 he set up shop here in Columbia,… Continue reading »
Dec
20
Handmade Expressions Wrapping Paper
While the gifts many exchange this time of year are no doubt important, how your wrap it also adds the festivity of gift giving. When one thinks of “Fair Trade,” wrapping paper probably isn’t the first thing you think of, but here at Mustard Seed, we’ve managed to track some down! Handmaid Expressions is distributing lovely… Continue reading »
Dec
07
Batik Children’s Clothing
The past few weeks I’ve focused on items for us grown ups, but I can’t neglect mentioning some items we carry for the youngsters in our lives.We’ve come across some children’s clothing from Global Mamas which are just fantastic. With fun, bright colors and unique batik prints, these clothing items suit any child’s personality. Additionally,… Continue reading »
Nov
05
New Arrival: Kalamkari Tablecloths
Nothings says fall quite like earth tones, with fall leaves reminding us of the cyclical, perpetually renewing quality of nature. Textiles like tablecloths allow us to frequently update our environment, and the change of the seasons mark a great time to do so. The Kalamkari tablecloths from 10,000 Villages come in warm earth tones that… Continue reading »
Feb
08
Love yourself this month with these great products!
Just because it’s February and Valentine’s Day will be coming soon, doesn’t mean it’s all about your sweetheart! You need to remember to love and pamper yourself as well. Pamper yourself with these wonderfully scented rejuvenating vegetable soaps from Ten Thousand Villages! Cuddle up in bed with this lovely Tree of Life pillow by SERRV.… Continue reading »
Dec
11
planning for holidays the fair trade way!
With the holidays inching closer, you may find yourself scurrying to plan a holiday party and finish (or start) gift shopping. Mustard Seed now offers you the chance to accomplish both with a fair trade open house. These parties are a chance to gather friends and educate them on fair trade while stocking up on… Continue reading »
Oct
22
Unique Batik Bags on their way!
Get ready to enjoy a great new selection of bags at Mustard Seed! Coming within the near future will be a shipment of bags from Unique Batik. This new shipment will boost the variety of bags at Mustard Seed, and allow for many gift opportunities as the holiday season is readily approaching! A new bag… Continue reading »
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 »