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Dear Readers,
It’s hard to believe Labor Day — a holiday born from the grit of 19th-century workers who rallied for fair pay, safer conditions, and shorter hours — is almost here. What began as marches and speeches is now a holiday that honors hard work while giving us one last long sip of summer.
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Photo courtesy TBCo.
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Take some time to slow down this Labor Day weekend.
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At Bluedot, we celebrate the people who work hard every day to make their communities better. Folks like Julie Scott, whose nonprofit Slough Farm grows food not to sell but to give away; Justin Rudd, who’s been organizing beach cleanups for over 25 years; and the many volunteers at Boston’s Eastie Farm, which operates a geothermal greenhouse and offers CSA subscriptions on a sliding scale.
I suspect you keep pretty busy yourself. So this Labor Day, I’d like to encourage you to pause and recharge. Taking care of yourself makes it easier to keep showing up for your community, your family, and the planet. Perhaps you can go for a quiet hike without your phone, enjoy a waterside sunset, or just spend some time hanging out with your dog. Relaxing doesn’t have to cost a penny. But I think that if you’d like to buy yourself a little gift, you should. Of course, I’ve got ideas.
Happy browsing and happy shopping,
– Elizabeth Weinstein, Marketplace Editor
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Great Gifts to Give Yourself |
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On-Demand Learning
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Back-to-school season isn’t just for kids — it can be learning season for you, too. MasterClass gathers world-renowned experts to teach everything from writing to wilderness survival through beautifully produced lessons and rich course materials. With new classes added often, it’s a resource for the endlessly curious. Eco-minded highlights include Jane Goodall on conservation, Ron Finley on gardening, and Michael Pollan on intentional eating. Subscriptions are 50% off now through Labor Day. |
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Briny, Buttery, Caviar
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Woman-founded and -operated Fishwife has quickly become a standout in the world of “seacuterie,” and for good reason. The brand works with sustainable fisheries and canneries to source its wares, and everything tastes great straight out of the tin. Fishwife now offers California White Sturgeon Caviar from sustainable caviar pioneer, Tsar Nicoulai. The roe — rich, clean, and nutty — is the perfect way to treat yourself. Use code BLUEDOT20 to save 20%. |
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A Cozy Upgrade
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Few things transform a room like a beautiful new throw, and with cozy season just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to pick one up. We recommend The Tartan Blanket Co., a B Corp that weaves recycled wool and landfill-diverted fibers into blankets that feel as good as they look. The Scottish brand offers traditional and contemporary designs, and gives back to social and environmental causes with every purchase. |
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Classic Cookware
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Le Creuset, which turns 100 next year, pretty much defines aging gracefully. The French-made enameled cast iron has long been the gold standard in cookware. Many pieces outlast the lifetime warranty, becoming family heirlooms. Beloved by home cooks and professional chefs alike, the pieces retain and distribute heat beautifully and transition seamlessly from stove to oven to table. Labor Day specials are already underway. |
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Conscientious, Colorful Clothing
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Rujuta Sheth’s designs combine the precision of hand-loomed textiles with modern, architectural silhouettes. Crafted in Fair Trade–certified workshops from natural cottons and linens, the pieces balance artistry with wearability — from wide-legged trousers to elegant wrap jumpsuits. New arrivals have just landed and a sale is on now, making it a great time to add some joyful geometry to your wardrobe. |
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Luxe Relaxation
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Mother-daughter-owned Osea has prioritized sustainability since the ‘90s, before it was cool. The brand’s elegant and effective seaweed-based products feel indulgent without being excessive. Our favorites include the silky, never sticky Undaria Algae Body Oil and the relaxing Vagus Nerve collection, though you can’t go wrong with any of Osea’s formulas. This weekend, you’ll enjoy special gifts with purchases of $125 and up. You’ll also save 10% with code BLUEDOT. |
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Dear Dot, What Next?
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Dear Dot,
What next?
– Kat
Dear Kat,
… Christiana Figueres, the former Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and founder of Global Optimism, urges us to “take a deep breath and, with no distractions, think carefully and intentionally about what you will do to take care of yourself and those you love. And then start to extend that bubble of love and caring on a daily basis until you are able to contribute fully to the extraordinary changes we need to make in the world precisely under the circumstances we face.”
Dot has good suggestions for taking care of yourself — and others — in times of uncertainty. Find more here.
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Want to get in touch? I’d love to hear from you. Tell me about your favorite sustainable products and anything else that’s on your mind — email marketplace@bluedotliving.com. I’ll see you again Monday after next.
– Elizabeth Weinstein |
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Elizabeth Weinstein, Bluedot’s Marketplace Editor, lives in Manhattan with her husband; papillon Finley; and cats SanDeE* and Modell. When she’s not asking the folks at Bloomingdale’s and Nordstrom to try on their most sustainable sneakers in a size 9½, she can be found at the Union Square Greenmarket or gardening on her rooftop terrace. |
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