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Dear Readers,
“Local” is a flexible word. Sometimes it means strawberries from a nearby farm. Other times, it means products made in the United States rather than shipped across oceans and continents. As the U.S. marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, that broader understanding of local feels especially timely.
Shopping American-made is not about drawing hard lines on a map, nor is it about shopping for shopping’s sake. It’s about feeling a little closer to the things we bring into our homes, and to the people who make them. We’re proud to feature many companies, most of them family-owned, that make everything in the USA, from colorful underthings to jewelry made in a solar-powered shop to cute cardboard cat houses and beeswax candles. All these purchases help sustain small businesses and skilled makers who prioritize sustainability.
The Bluedot Living Collection includes more than 20 brands making everything here in the States. Think of it as a small tour of American craftsmanship — no road trip required. Explore a few favorites below, and use code USA10 to save 10% on American-made items.
Want to save 10% on all our items, all year long? Become a Bluedot Living member for as little as $5 a month.
Enjoy the long weekend, and happy shopping!
– Elizabeth Weinstein, Marketplace Editor
Quick Shop: crisp sheets • garden decor • cooking tools • cheerful sustainable swaps
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Cool, Crisp Bedding
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American Blossom Linens crafts breathable cotton percale bedding that can help you sleep better all summer long. Percale’s airy weave allows heat to escape, making it especially comfortable during warmer months. Woman-owned and family-operated, the company grows, mills, spins, and sews its cotton bedding entirely in the USA. (from $79) |
| Sleep Soundly |
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Glowing Garden Decor
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Northern Forge, a family-owned company in Wisconsin, creates heavy-gauge steel decor designed for outdoor living. The solar-capped luminary pillars are especially striking, casting warm patterns of light after dark and adding instant atmosphere to gardens and gathering spaces. A team favorite, these pieces are built to age gracefully and last for many years. (from $38) |
| Light Your Garden |
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Cast Iron Companions
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Family-owned Earlywood makes hardwood kitchen tools near Yellowstone National Park, where practicality and craftsmanship meet. Slim silhouettes make the multi-use Scrapers and Flat Sautés especially easy to pack for picnics and camping trips. Built for everyday cooking and years of use, these hardwood tools make a handsome addition to any kitchen. (from $11) |
| Cook With Better Tools |
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Happier Housework
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Marley’s Monsters makes reusable home goods in dozens of cheerful colors and prints, all designed to brighten daily routines. The woman-founded company produces everything from UNpaper towels to reusable mopheads, sponges, loofahs, and more at its factory in Bend, Oregon. Thoughtfully designed for everyday use, these hardworking home goods make it easy to ditch single-use products. (from $4) |
| Clean More Colorfully |
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Sustainability isn’t about perfection — it’s about progress. Tell us what’s shifted for you, whether it’s reducing waste, shopping more intentionally, or reusing what you already have. Your input helps shape what Bluedot Living creates next.
As a small thank-you, you’ll get 20% off in our online store after completing the survey.
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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.
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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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