Who repairs your shoes?
A cobbler is an artisan in their own right. It is their knowledge which ensures that durable, quality shoes can last for generations. We spoke to two cobblers, Trenton from Potter and Sons and Tony from Wyatt and Dad Cobbler Company, about their businesses, and their trade
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How Can I Make a Positive Impact?
In our current reality, plagued by injustice and climate emergency, we can get discouraged and forget our capacity to imagine and enact a better world, for every sentient being. If you have felt paralyzed or don’t know where you can start to make an impact, we are here for you.
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Why Do We Celebrate International Women’s Day?
Every 8th of March people around the world gather to “celebrate” International Women’s Day. But like many other celebrations, such as Christ...
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Valentine’s Gifts, According to Their Love Language
If you are thinking about doing something special for your significant other on Valentine’s Day (and every day), you could use the 5 languages tool to choose the right fit. Here are some ideas that can help you on your quest:
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Protect Your Shoes In Winter
How often do you think about how to keep your shoes and boots in good condition through the winter? If you are like a lot of people, then yo...
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Loving your clothes can have a good impact
What if I told you that cherishing your clothes is one way to help people and the environment? Think about the items you treasure. What makes them special?
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Can Waste Be a Resource?
To bring your shoes to life, expert artisans –like Cristian, in the photo above, from our sneakers workshop– have to first assess the leathe...
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5 Types of Shoe Lining
Shoe linings are probably the last thing you think about when shoe shopping. But this hidden part is as important as the rest of the shoe. Find out why.
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Meet Garik Himebaugh: The Eco-Stylist
If you’ve ever wondered how to make an impact with everyday habits, Garik Himebaugh –founder of the resource for ethically made fashion Eco-...
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What is the Issue with Wages in Fashion?
A living wage is what an individual should earn in a work week of no more than 48 hours, in order to live a decent life.
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The Importance of Shoe Lasting and Shoe Patterning
Do you know what two of the most essential parts of shoemaking are? Something you - and many people - probably never even think of?
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How Boots Should Fit
Knowing how your boots should fit before buying them can save you a whole lot of headaches, foot aches and body aches. Read on to find out more...
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