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Good Style: Buy a Rwanda Path to Peace Basket

Pauline Montupet on Jun 21, 2008 12:16 PM PDT

Fresh graphic designs and rich, saturated colors were all over the spring runways, and now you can bring them into your home with these bold, vibrant baskets and bowls. Macy's and Rwanda Path to Peace project have partnered up to sell hand-woven goods made by female genocide survivors from Rwanda. The colorful baskets are woven from 100% natural materials like banana leaves and papyrus and use all natural dye. Focused on trade, not aid, the income from the baskets provides food, shelter, medical care, and other necessities for the weavers. The Rwanda handmade baskets retail for $35-$120 and are available exclusively at www.macys.com/rwanda. Check out the slideshow to see how you can make a difference.

Tags : women , rwanda , path to peace , making a difference , bowls

10 Crafty Cool Handmade Ceramics For Your Home

jennifer jordan on Jan 22, 2008 8:46 AM PST

The next time you need to stock up on new plates or adorn your home with something a little extra special, why not opt for a one-of-a-kind ceramics piece? Surprise your sweetie this Valentine's Day with a beautiful, personalized anniversary bowl.
Or treat yourself to a unique vase (or two or three or four...) for that little shelf you've been wondering what to do with. And while you're at it, how about updating your dinnerware? Don't use the same plates as everyone else you know. Instead, get yourself a set of seven vintage saucers, each emblazoned with its very own deadly sin. Have a friend who lives on take out? The perfect tongue in cheek gift for such a pal is one of Lorena Barrezueta's colorful porcelain take out trays! Take a look at our slideshow of super stylish ceramics to see more crafty cool clay products!

Tags : vintage , unique , trays , plates , bowls

13th Day of Xmas: All I Want Is Something for My Fashionable ...

Myriah Zaytoun on Dec 12, 2007 6:23 PM PST

As with your clothes, you shouldn't go overboard with accessories for your home. Small changes can make a huge impact, like adding bright pillows in an unusual pattern, or splurging on something truly unique, like an amethyst lamp. Similarly, you can make a stunning statement with a natural horn wine opener, or offer guests a pair of fur slippers to wear while visiting.

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