Mind the Store: Asking Retailers to Protect Consumers From Toxins

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Consumer products remain largely unregulated in the United States. Without current legislation to restrict toxic ingredients, the burden falls on consumers to research the complex formulations used in the products we purchase and use every day. A new campaign spearheaded by Safer Chemicals Healthy Families is pushing to shift part of this responsibility on our…Read More

Made in USA Success Story: Trouble the Dog

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I am frequently contacted by people and companies that have a great business idea for a product, but are struggling to have their product manufactured in the USA. Getting children’s products made in America seem to be one of the most common challenges for businesses. In particular I have heard from several different companies lamenting…Read More

Spring Your Style with American Made Dresses

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Spring has sprung, and it’s finally beginning to feel like it. One of the best ways to welcome Spring is to update your wardrobe with seasonal fashions. These six American made dresses embrace beloved Spring trends like stripes, florals and bright colors with contemporary flair with accents like tribal prints, jewel tones and color blocking….Read More

The Valente: Featured American Made Designers

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Today the ladies from The Valente, a fabulous blog highlighting brilliant emerging designers, are here with a sneak-peek at some of their new favorite finds. They have a special interest in local designers manufacturing their lines in the USA. Check out some of the made in USA designs they have found, then check out all…Read More

April Fools? Strange Made in USA Products

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In my daily quest to find products made in USA, I have come across quite a few unique products. Sometimes I find a product so bizarre that the most praise I can give it is “at least it’s made in America!” To give you a chuckle or two this April Fools Day, here are a…Read More

American Sourced and Spun Yarn

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Hello Made in USA Challenge readers! Amy here from Beads & Brass, where I blog about knitting and American Made clothing. I decided to combine my two passions and write a guest post for Sarah about American sourced and spun yarn. I have been knitting for about two years, and as my knitting skills have…Read More

Sandy Treasures Local Art Charity Auction

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Here in the Philadelphia area, the Jersey Shore is the requisite travel destination for families. Every summer we spend a week at the beach at Ocean City and the area has a special place in my family’s heart. After being ravaged by Hurricane Sandy, the area is still suffering from the affects of damaged homes…Read More

VZ Wraps Reusable Fabric Gift Bags Giveaway

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VZ Wraps are reusable fabric gift wraps offering an eco-friendly option to traditional wrapping paper. Available in a variety of colors, patterns and prints, each bag is made in USA with sustainability in mind by local Philadelphia-based entrepreneur Isabelle Vesey. Consider using a cloth gift bag from VZ Wraps the next time you give a…Read More

Made in America Kickstarter Campaign: Solecan

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Start-up projects through crowd funding avenues like Kickstarter are something I believe is a great part of the movement to have products manufactured in America. I have had the pleasure to work with several companies to help promote their made in America Kickstarter campaigns. I recently learned of a new made in USA project that…Read More

Spring Into Sustainability Giveaway: Tree of Life Jewelry

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Welcome to the Spring Into Sustainability Giveaway Hop, hosted by Happy Mothering and The Frugal Greenish Mama. As a member of the Green Moms Network, I have joined a group of bloggers to bring you prizes to celebrate a sustainable lifestyle this season. Up for grabs here is a beautiful pair of  by Jenn Eddinger…Read More

American Made Tools and Supplies for Gardening

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One of the more frequent requests I’ve gotten from readers looking for made in USA products has been for gardening tools and supplies. Though I am a huge supporter of growing your own food and supporting local farmers, I am far from an expert on gardening, so I am grateful to Becky of Crafty Garden…Read More

Coming Soon: All American Baby Guide

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Made in USA Challenge is compiling a buying guide of pregnancy and baby supplies made in the USA. The options for products for pregnancy and baby supplies seem endless and making the best choice for your family can seem daunting.  The All American Baby Guide will provide tips on how to select the best products…Read More