Buy Local!

As a small business owner, I find it reassuring that organizations like the Mile High Business Alliance even exist. The purpose of this non-profit? To promote a healthy local economy through locally-owned businesses just like mine. Did you know that money spent at local businesses circulates in our community 3 times more?

The past 4 years they have celebrated Buy Local Week around the holidays and this year's is bigger & better than ever!

Buy Local Week is November 26th- December 3rd!!

We have the holiday shopping guides & buy local BINGO cards here at the store, but for full details, check out http://www.ColoradoLocalFirst.com.

Where you shop does matter!

Falling Whistles

As some of you may remember, back in August, I was in Vegas helping Lindsay Bloom out in her booth at Project. While I was there, I came across a company called Falling Whistles. The proceeds created by the sale of these whistles goes to rehabilitate and advocate for war-affected children in Congo. After hearing the story, I was compelled to order them for the store. I mean, how can you not? Fashion with a cause? It's a no-brainer. Especially when they make awesome necklaces.

Check out http://www.fallingwhistles.com/ for a wonderful and moving introduction to the company. Then take a few minutes and watch this video called Peace is the New Frontier. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TnLo5aiSnI

Give a meaningful gift. To yourself, your loved ones, and the children of Congo.

Jade Art

We recently received a new batch of jade bracelets and so, while the pickin's are still good, I thought I'd share a little background. Jade in asian cultures is the "stone of heaven" and symbolizes love and virtue. The bracelets are meant to be worn on your left wrist, closest to your heart, for good luck, protection, and good health. The macrame work on each bracelet signifies a long life without setbacks. (We could all use a little of that, no?) I should also mention that all these colors mix in great with the olives and mustards so prevalent this fall.

(I want to thank my friend, Casey, who owns Blush next door, for allowing me to use her wrist so I could photograph a few of the more popular meanings hidden in the jewelry.)

This lotus flower symbolizes restoration and renewal. This is the perfect opportunity to point out that all the circles you see in this bracelet and all the others to come represent a full life & energy.

The leaves of this bracelet stand for knowledge and creativity.

Lacking a little romance? It should come as no surprise that the rose symbolizes love.

I love how sweet this bracelet is. Plum blossoms signify resilience and renewal.

And lastly, the drum denotes power and strength. Beauty and braun all wrapped in one.

All the bracelets featured here, plus the cache at the store, are $32. And what might possibly be their best attribute: they're adjustable!!