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Detroit

Spring 2016

The Shinola Polish

In the 1960s, Shinola, the venerable American shoe-polish company that became famous for a World War II soldier’s crack, “You don’t know shit from Shinola,” shut its doors. The move was a fitting bookend to the golden age of American manufacturing. Then, in 2011, a Texas developer revived the name as a maker of watches, leather goods, and retro bicycles in the broken heart of downtown Detroit, where, the company says, “American is Made.” Is making things in America again that easy?

BY Laura Fraser
Spring 2016

The Search For The Perfect Leather Bag

Boutiques selling hip shoulder bags seem to be all the rage these days. Some look rustic enough to take into the woods, some more suited to the streets of Manhattan. With all these offerings, how does an eager consumer judge quality? Herewith, a visit with four contrasting American leathercrafting shops. And a little story about Marv Obenauf, a former firefighter turned master artisan of leather dressings.

BY Todd Oppenheimer
Meet Marv Obenauf, who makes of some of the world's finest leather dressings.

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    These aren't your traditional #snowglobes ❄️🌨❄️
    #Juriperus embraces the power of #3Dprinting to capture these customized fairytale landscapes. When combined with her intricate woodworking and painting skills, the result is something truly magical. https://t.co/zYXB6C27KA https://t.co/UDzscU51Ir

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    As the economy’s reliance on #innovation grows, the offering of toys for girls remains–well, somewhat less than innovative. A few smart women from @TinkeringStudio are solving this problem by reviving the principles of #tinkering, this time for girls.
    https://t.co/VZTtJDAOQP

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    This year let's commit to buying fewer, but better quality #gifts.
    Read our annual #artisanal #giftguide for our favorite seasonal gifts 🎁🎁
    Featuring: @imbuevermouth, @TannerGoods, @gelatofiasco, @obenaufs, classes at @TheCrucible and more!
    https://t.co/UBjPQ2FBqE

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    If you’re tired of smelling like everyone else, you can finally say ‘No’ to the big #perfume houses.
    A growing number of #indieperfume artists are now bottling a world of intoxicating new scents that we never thought were possible.
    https://t.co/rxlvHGy5WQ

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    As today’s #motorcycles become increasingly high-tech, the simplicity of a #vintage bike becomes increasingly appealing. Read why people keep coming to #OHanlonMotorcycles in our latest story, "The Wizard of Old Wheels" by Owen Edwards. https://t.co/XJcPB6BXT0 @Honda

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    The recent closing of @GM plants in US and Canada has been a shock for the industry. Kristin Sharp and Molly Kinder explore how #technology and the workforce are changing in our article "The #Workforce Dilemma" https://t.co/8kcA53Wooy
    What do you...

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    Today's #political divide has stopped us from listening and talking to each other. #Linguistics expert @michaelerard searches for ways that Americans of different beliefs can start believing in each other with the help from the @VillageSquareFL https://t.co/1eCWlFKdxd

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    NEW @BTbaum explores the world of #indie #perfume shops who are bottling a world of scents left untapped by commercial #fragrance houses.
    https://t.co/rxlvHGy5WQ
    @ArtandOlfaction @AftelierPerfume @eaudeyosh @perfapprentice @bruno_fazzolari @ZPerfumes @Perfume_Society @AOAwards

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    With the recent #romainelettuce outbreak, we are reminded of our article "The Vegetable Detective" where @toddop explores the dangerous levels of
    #heavymetals in plants like #kale, that's even shown up in organic varieties. Read his article here: https://t.co/XjMF907ytV

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    Big thanks to @TreeHugger for referencing @AldenWicker publication "Eco-fashion’s Animal Rights Delusion" in their post "Vegan fashion is not always eco-friendly" Read her full article below https://t.co/7EUUBBnFJ7 #veganfashion #ecofashion

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    Before your buy #fastfashion on #blackfriday think about the impact it has on people and the planet. We chatted with Jill from @grdano about how we can #savetheplanet and money by buying fine fabrics and timeless styles instead 🌎 https://t.co/wwH6yc96Gz...

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    NEW on our #blog, "A Moment of Thanks" we reflect on some reasons for #hope. From communities rebuilding after #wildfires and #hurricanes to a new wave of #environmentally responsible #farming, called #regenerativeagriculture. Read and be inspired 👉 https://t.co/nZnwzh0N2Z

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    #HappyHalloween #Craftsmanship #CraftsmanshipMatters #Halloween2018 https://t.co/E3d8YzehEO

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    In our new story, learn about the #indigenous people of #Cherán #Mexico who stood up to #cartels & #illegallogging. Now, a #reforestation project w/ #EjidoVerde will bring them jobs & improve a damaged #ecosystem.
    👉https://t.co/N8prDsJojZ
    #Michoacán #SOCAP18 #regen18 #socent https://t.co/8s5x8MnBSA

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    In the mountains of #Michoacán, #Mexico, a band of determined #indigenous #women led a revolt. In our new CQ story, read about how their #victory revived the town’s traditional livelihood & ushered in a model form of self-government. ➡️ https://t.co/N8prDsJojZ...

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    "I am #woman, hear me roar!" These words by singer #HelenReddy never rang so true as when a band of determined indigenous #Mexican #women led the overthrow of a criminal #cartel. Dive into our new story "When #IndigenousWomen Win" to...

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    In our new #blog, "Crafting A More Human Future" explore the spectacular pieces that master #craftsmen & #craftswomen have created for #HomoFaber - @MichelangeloFdn's exhibition celebrating #European #craftsmanship! Click 👉https://t.co/eowzVyMbJB https://t.co/QmPrB7oCeJ
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