Better World Blog

For decades, the arrival of the Sundance catalog in the mailbox was an event. Part wish list, part daydream, it was a curated mix of handcrafted pieces that each seemed to carry a story. So when Sunda … read more

Most wedding registries tell the same story. A stand mixer. A white duvet. Four place settings from a department store. None of those choices are wrong, but they're forgettable. Nobody admires them at … read more

Introduction If you shopped at Made Trade, you already know what made it different. It was not just an online store. It was a carefully assembled world for shoppers who wanted their home to reflect wh … read more

It's finally springtime! The last of the snow has melted. You can smell the fresh flowers and feel the warmth of springtime sunshine. People are riding bikes and playing lawn games and gardening again … read more

Guest list? Check. Menu including appetizer and dessert? Check. Twelve kinds of forks? Check. Who knew hosting a dinner party involved so much planning! Hosting a dinner party, however, is more than j … read more