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Small World Musings

  • Pardon Our Dust

    by Small World Goods
    We're changing our name!

  • Springtime is for Mothers!

    by Gadabout Goods
    Although every day should be Mothers' Day, the official calendar date is coming up! Do you know what you'll do for her/yourself? It's always nice to do something special (brunch, handmade card, weekend trip) along with a gift. We leave the activity to you, but offer LOADS of gifts on the website any mother would love.
    Posted in bags, Gift Ideas, Gifts, jewelry, Mothers Day, textiles

  • Hello, Spring!

    by Gadabout Goods
    Hello, Spring! It's been quite a month down here in Austin! We survived the ice storm/energy disaster thanks to the kindness of our amazing frien...
    Posted in Artisan, bracelet, Brass Jewelry, earrings, Gifts, India, jewelry

  • Surviving the TX Ice Storm/Energy Disaster

    by Gadabout Goods
    It’s been a rough week for us Texans. Although our house lost power and drinking water, we were lucky enough to have amazing friends take care of...
    Posted in Austin, Life, TX Weather

  • Silver Jewelry Care

    by Gadabout Goods
    Handmade silver jewelry will last a lifetime if cared for properly. Read our advice on maintaining your silver jewelry below. And if you have any ...
    Posted in Artisan, bracelet, earrings, jewelry, necklace, ring, silver

  • New Year, New Hope!

    by Gadabout Goods

    To start this new year with happy thoughts and healthy vibes, all face coverings will be 21% off through the website.

  • Holiday 2020 Gifts

    by Gadabout Goods
    Holy cannoli, Hannukah's almost here, and Christmas not long after! However much 2020 has dragged on, December seems to have snuck up out of nowhere 😱

    If you haven't finished (or yet begun) your holiday shopping, fear not! We've got a fantastic selection of goods for you that arrive along with personalized notes, making for extra special gifts. Even the pickiest of personalities will appreciate a handloomed Turkish towel and the story of how its made!
    Posted in Ethical Shopping, Fair Trade, Gifts, Holiday Shopping

  • A New Home!

    by Gadabout Goods
    We've moved in to the Caravan Co-Op at the Hill Country Galleria!
    Posted in Artisan, Austin, Ethical Shopping, Fair Trade, Shop

  • New Indigo Pillow Collection

    by Gadabout Goods
    New Indigo Pillows Now Online Hello Friends!Hope you've all had a healthy and happy week! With the election coming up, many of us are lo...
    Posted in Artisan, Batik, Hill Tribe, Hmong, Home Decor, Laos, Pillows, Southeast Asia, Thailand

  • Breakfast in the Sahara

    by Gadabout Goods
    Breakfast in the Sahara✨ The magic of breakfast starts to sink in whilst traveling to places with diverse norms. In Morocco, you can start your day...

  • Fascination with Phnom Phen

    by Gadabout Goods
    Phnom Phen, the capital of Cambodia, had a pretty awful reputation when I visited in 2004. A sparsely populated city rebuilding itself after the K...

  • Temple Renovation in India

    by Gadabout Goods
    Memories of the Meenakshi Amman temple in Tamil Nadu✨ By the time I finally visited this amazing temple complex in 2008, the massive gopurams (orna...
    Posted in India, Solo Female Travel, Solo Travel, Temples