I recently listened to one of my favorite podcasts, Pulling the Thread with Elise Loehnen . The title really struck me— The Deep Need for Individuation . I found myself questioning, "Don't we need community more than ever right now? How does focusing on self help achieve that?" The conversation makes it clear that individualism and individuation are very different concepts. Individualism focuses on self but lacks accountability. In contrast, individuation is the journey of

Trying times and thresholds into something new require a lot from us ​—introspection, reckoning of values, painful realization. As you lean in where you can, don't forget about you, your rest, and your peace.

Here, we will explore the significance of shopping locally, the economic impact it has, and why it matters specifically in Boston.

Understanding [the consequences of mass-production] can help us make more informed choices about how we shop.

It was the beginning of the “new normal.” There was no practice, just doing things in a new way…

With our recent brick and mortar shop opening, we have had the great fortune to be interviewed by various media outlets. A common...

Flourish & Foundry's core philosophy promotes better values for living. As consumers and fellow humans, we understand the time and effort it takes to develop and manage a home… and that you’re busy with a million things going on at once. We know that you want the best things at a price that feels right. You want things to last. You want to impact the environment as minimally as possible and ensure those involved in the making of your goods are treated fairly. It’s just kind

When we began cultivating the idea of Flourish & Foundry (before we even had the name), centralizing makers and their stories was...

Reducing harmful impacts on the environment as a result of producing and using home goods is central to our mission to guide, inspire and...