Reasons Buying Handmade is More Sustainable
1. It Helps Support the Local Economy
Every single time you buy handmade know that, you help support the local economy. Instead of that economy going to support the mass production often with shady labor practices, your money goes directly to support the artist or artisan in their everyday work and life. Their success means a stronger local economy, and we believe in keeping the money where our hearts live – at home.
2. Buying Local Reduces the Impact on the Local Environment
Did you know? Locally owned businesses tend to make more local purchases, which in turn cuts down on transportation and pollution of the environment. Residents of neighborhoods with more local businesses log 26 percent less automobile miles. Because setting up...