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The Tip is 'Ask Before You Buy' I went to a department store for a pair of dress shoes recently. The clerk helped me with three different pairs that I tried on. 'The Big Secret' was on the forefront of my mind so I asked, "Are these shoes imports?" The salesman responded that they were in fact imported. "Do you have any Made In America shoes like these?" I asked. To my surprise he said, "We have a whole line of Made In USA shoes." I was able to purchase the same color and style with the Made In USA label. These Made in America shoes were less expensive, came with a better warranty and were more comfortable. It's amazing how often this simple Made in US question yields unexpected and often times pleasant results. I now ask this question regularly, whereas before I would not have thought to ask for a Made in America alternative. More often than not, I can find a Made in America product of higher quality and at the same, or slightly higher price. Asking the question is so simple and can make a positive impact, in both the short and long term. Try it sometime. If you are like me, you may be surprised with how many Made in US products are out there. You will love it when you realize you are making a difference that benefits many. With your help America will be ours again and that is a good thing. Buying Tip Continued - Read more on Made in America Products by LaNeva Interior Designer Lisa La Nasa worked with tile on a daily basis. It was a labor of love, with tile being a favorite part in the selection process. After hundreds of custom tile designs and installations over 15 years in the industry and a deep love for the warmth and character of handmade tile, the ideas of what a tile line should look like came to life through laNeva Artisan Tile. Our tile design and selection know-how came together with years of production expertise to create a handmade tile company that delivers a unique, contemporary look. The Person Behind the Curtain ? in no particular order: Who is Lisa: Interior Designer. Traveler. Boss. Mom. Artist. Wife. Historian. Daughter. Sister. Friend. Explorer. Midwesterner. Entrepreneur. Lisa's Favorite Things: Coffee. Cloche hats. Her inquisitive daughters. World travel. Chunky knits. Patterns. Ambient light. Wood-burning fire. A great view. Her problem-solving husband. Red wine. Sandals. Sugar & creamer sets. Dark Wood. Yoga. Birthdays. Self-sufficient plants. Bossa nova. Cubism. The feel of leather. Modernist Architecture. Thailand. Sewing. Staying up late. Sea glass. MINI Cooper. Lavendar. Daisies & Tulips. Everything vintage. Candles. Walking. Pugs. The city. Substantial silverware. Whistling. |
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