Good Giving: 50 Under $50


Welcome to the 2012 Well Spent Holiday Gift Guide. Like the 40 Under $40 guide from last year, and the 25 Under $25 guide from the year before that, the following is a collection of goods that are not only affordable and US / first-world made, but also offer some utility, and will last. Hopefully it’ll help you cross a few people off your shopping list. Here’s to a healthy and sane holiday season.

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Good Giving: 50 Under $50, Pt. 4


Part four of the 2012 Well Spent Holiday Gift Guide. Have at it.

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Doug Johnston The 200 Bag


The 200 Bag from artist Doug Johnston is made out of 200 feet of cotton sash cord (hence the name) and high-strength, abrasion-resistant thread. Utilizing “an old crafting technique in which rope or cord is coiled and stitched to forms bowls and baskets,” the uniquely handsome carryall is as tough as it is functional, and, according to Johnston, “will only get better with age and use.” Read More »