ABC News continued their special report on Made in America. How exciting to know that companies are seeing results from this report.
They also reported about the impending Fiscal Cliff and how some people may lose their unemployment benefits. We can change this. By spending $64 on products Made in the USA, you help create 200,000 jobs. Last year, ABC News reported on one company that made their products in the USA - Tervis Tumblers. From then until now, sales have increased to the point that they have opened 9 new stores and increased jobs. That's all done by purchases made by consumers like you and me. By the way, I saw those Tervis Tumblers at my local Starbucks so for you Starbucks enthusiasts, look for them there too.
How many jobs will you create this holiday season? Stop by and let me know.
Karina
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Friday, December 7, 2012
Monday, October 8, 2012
Another Need To Know
I was watching Need to Know on PBS. This week they traveled to Pueblo, CO and, among other places, strolled down Main Street, literally. What struck me was one lady who was being interviewed talking about politicians and how they can't possibly know what she is going through until they fear their lights being shut off. What a striking comment.
Here are a few numbers for you, if that works better for you. (I like numbers.)
I write this blog to raise awareness and encourage readers to buy products that are made in the USA. These purchases create jobs. It really is that simple - supply and demand. I do not want to bankrupt you to make these purchases. I even did a post about how I bought something for $1 that was made in the USA. We can talk politics and foreign this and that, but at the end of the day companies supply us with what we are willing to purchase.
Do you feel inspired to check those tags? Our consumer dollars speak volumes. Voting is our right and we should exercise it every chance we get. Every purchase we make also votes for one thing or another. The people featured in the show above are an example of why I want you to spend $64/year on American-made products. That's the equivalent of a coffee purchase at your favorite coffee shop once per month. That purchase creates 200,000 jobs. That's a huge vote.
How will you vote this holiday season? Now that it is nearing, can you vow to spend $64 on a product or products that proudly wear Made in the USA? I would love to hear from you.
Karina
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Here are a few numbers for you, if that works better for you. (I like numbers.)
- Unemployed: ~$1300-$1400/mo (Note: $330/week x 4.)
- President Obama: ~$65,806/mo (Note: His 2011 income divided by 12.)
- Former Governor Romney: ~$1,141,413/mo (Note: His 2011 income divided by 12.)
- Members of Congress: ~$14,500/mo (Note: Their salary of $174,000/yr divided by 12.)
I write this blog to raise awareness and encourage readers to buy products that are made in the USA. These purchases create jobs. It really is that simple - supply and demand. I do not want to bankrupt you to make these purchases. I even did a post about how I bought something for $1 that was made in the USA. We can talk politics and foreign this and that, but at the end of the day companies supply us with what we are willing to purchase.
Do you feel inspired to check those tags? Our consumer dollars speak volumes. Voting is our right and we should exercise it every chance we get. Every purchase we make also votes for one thing or another. The people featured in the show above are an example of why I want you to spend $64/year on American-made products. That's the equivalent of a coffee purchase at your favorite coffee shop once per month. That purchase creates 200,000 jobs. That's a huge vote.
How will you vote this holiday season? Now that it is nearing, can you vow to spend $64 on a product or products that proudly wear Made in the USA? I would love to hear from you.
Karina
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Thursday, October 4, 2012
Shop-A-Thon Thursday
Welcome back to Shop-A-Thon Thursday. I have found a lot of good companies this week. I have several more that are coming in next week's wrap-up. I say this every week, but this is so exciting to be able to showcase these companies. Every purchase of an American-made product creates another job. How many can you create? Enjoy!
2 Little Bostons (Hillsborough, NH) Pet bakery for dogs, cats and small animals, including jerky and treats.
Dan's Chocolates (Burlington, VT) Fresh, hand-made gourmet truffles, delivered directly from Dan's Chocolates to you. (As in they make it at their factory in VT, you order it, and they deliver it to you!)
FlattenMe (HQ CA, Atlanta, GA; Salt Lake City, UT) Personalized books and gifts that magically transform your star into a superhero, mermaid, pirate and more. His/Her face and name used throughout the story. As seen on Oprah, Today Show, Good Morning America and more as the 'hot gift to give'!
Forking Queen (Chappell, NE) Silverware jewelry - spoon bracelets, fork rings, spoon rings - all handmade.
Heartfelt Books (Delaware or Texas) Personalized books. You select questions to answer that best fit your relationship or style. Then, they take your answers and create a book.
Jelly Belly
(Fairfield, CA) Jelly beans. Here's a video of their story. The company was featured on "How I Made My Millions."
J. McLaughlin (Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY) 30% of their clothing and accessories are made in the USA. These are some of those products. Maria Halter Dress, Catalina Spring Tee, Slim Fit Bi-Stretch Dixie
K'NEX (Hatfield, PA) The next generation of construction toys.
The Land of Nod
(HQ Morton Grove, IL) Can you say baby, baby and more baby? Furniture, bedding, storage, decor, toys, gifts, nursery items, even a baby registry
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Old Time Candy (LaGrange, OH) "The best selection of retro candy" They have candy by the decade all the way back to pre-20s so just about any age range will stroll down memory lane here. I did and I loved it.
Snapily (Beltsville, MD) Personalized 3D and animated cards or gifts. These look so cool. I don't mean to sound like a kid, but they really do. If you check them out, you'll say it too. Either that or I'm just easily entertained.
Karina
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Some of these links are affiliate links. Please see my PR/Disclosure page.
2 Little Bostons (Hillsborough, NH) Pet bakery for dogs, cats and small animals, including jerky and treats.
Dan's Chocolates (Burlington, VT) Fresh, hand-made gourmet truffles, delivered directly from Dan's Chocolates to you. (As in they make it at their factory in VT, you order it, and they deliver it to you!)
FlattenMe (HQ CA, Atlanta, GA; Salt Lake City, UT) Personalized books and gifts that magically transform your star into a superhero, mermaid, pirate and more. His/Her face and name used throughout the story. As seen on Oprah, Today Show, Good Morning America and more as the 'hot gift to give'!
Forking Queen (Chappell, NE) Silverware jewelry - spoon bracelets, fork rings, spoon rings - all handmade.
Heartfelt Books (Delaware or Texas) Personalized books. You select questions to answer that best fit your relationship or style. Then, they take your answers and create a book.
Jelly Belly
(Fairfield, CA) Jelly beans. Here's a video of their story. The company was featured on "How I Made My Millions."J. McLaughlin (Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY) 30% of their clothing and accessories are made in the USA. These are some of those products. Maria Halter Dress, Catalina Spring Tee, Slim Fit Bi-Stretch Dixie
K'NEX (Hatfield, PA) The next generation of construction toys.
The Land of Nod
(HQ Morton Grove, IL) Can you say baby, baby and more baby? Furniture, bedding, storage, decor, toys, gifts, nursery items, even a baby registry.Old Time Candy (LaGrange, OH) "The best selection of retro candy" They have candy by the decade all the way back to pre-20s so just about any age range will stroll down memory lane here. I did and I loved it.
Snapily (Beltsville, MD) Personalized 3D and animated cards or gifts. These look so cool. I don't mean to sound like a kid, but they really do. If you check them out, you'll say it too. Either that or I'm just easily entertained.
Karina
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Some of these links are affiliate links. Please see my PR/Disclosure page.
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Shop-A-Thon Thursday
Welcome back to Shop-A-Thon Thursday, where you help to create jobs in the US by purchasing products that are Made in the USA. Some of the links on the Shop page have been updated to honor Breast Cancer month for October.
Crystal Prints (Cambridge, MD) "...Custom designed sub-surface laser engraved crystal gifts, awards and memorials. We utilize BK7 optical crystal products, the highest quality optical crystal products available..." In my current giveaway, I was asked about 3D Laser gifts. I was able to find this company who also has a brick and mortar store. They invite you to take the tour and see their facility, so if you live in the area or will be visiting, stop by their store.
EB Candles (Yorkville, IL) Natural soy wax candles, made fresh daily, also make soy soap and lotions
Super Chexx (Buffalo, NY) Arcade-quality bubble hockey game
Tiny Prints (Phoenix, AZ & Charlotte, NC) Personalized stationery, including holiday cards, Halloween cards, Thanksgiving cards, baby showers, birth announcements, First birthdays, birth announcements, baptism and christening cards, birthday cards, graduation cards, religious celebrations, birthdays, thank you cards, and the list goes on.
Note: I got my Christmas cards from them last year and they were great! I even needed a rush order and they got here right on time. As I was picking the pictures to go in the card, I realized I needed to take better pictures, though. Hence the new photography button that I added to the blog.
As always, enjoy the list. If there is something that you would like to see, please let me know.
Karina
I love comments!
Some of these links are affiliate links. Please see my PR/Disclosure page.
Crystal Prints (Cambridge, MD) "...Custom designed sub-surface laser engraved crystal gifts, awards and memorials. We utilize BK7 optical crystal products, the highest quality optical crystal products available..." In my current giveaway, I was asked about 3D Laser gifts. I was able to find this company who also has a brick and mortar store. They invite you to take the tour and see their facility, so if you live in the area or will be visiting, stop by their store.
EB Candles (Yorkville, IL) Natural soy wax candles, made fresh daily, also make soy soap and lotions
Super Chexx (Buffalo, NY) Arcade-quality bubble hockey game
Tiny Prints (Phoenix, AZ & Charlotte, NC) Personalized stationery, including holiday cards, Halloween cards, Thanksgiving cards, baby showers, birth announcements, First birthdays, birth announcements, baptism and christening cards, birthday cards, graduation cards, religious celebrations, birthdays, thank you cards, and the list goes on.
Note: I got my Christmas cards from them last year and they were great! I even needed a rush order and they got here right on time. As I was picking the pictures to go in the card, I realized I needed to take better pictures, though. Hence the new photography button that I added to the blog.
As always, enjoy the list. If there is something that you would like to see, please let me know.
Karina
I love comments!
Some of these links are affiliate links. Please see my PR/Disclosure page.
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