Rhino Trunk and Case: For Storage and Shipping
:: Variety of shapes, sizes, colors :: Solid build :: Custom options ::
Rhino makes an unbelievable variety of shipping cases and containers, as well as trunks for storage, college, travel, and more. With uncompromising quality, these trunks are perfect for government, tradeshow, military, sports, entertainment, outdoor and educational applications. Designed, engineered and manufactured in Rochester, NY (Made in USA!).
Not only do they roll out a huge variety of colors, they also make custom cases, should you require special specifications for your mobile operation. We are very happy to discover their rolling equipment cases, travel trunks with drawers and wardrobe storage, as well as insulated coolers. Some trunk models even come with additional trays or steel exo-skeletons at reasonable prices.
Have a look! They are available through many distributors, including The Container Store and Amazon:
http://www.rhinotrunkandcase.com/
Mountain Ridge Gear: Tactical Outdoor and Urban Gear
:: Best materials :: Great pricing :: Rugged :: Multiple colors :: Made in USA ::
Mountain Ridge Gear started with a man and a sewing machine that he never used before – but with the help of his wife he developed the skills to make his own hunting clothes. This evolved into bags and gear that quickly became popular among his friends, then took off from there.
All products are made by hand upon order, so you’ll need to wait a few weeks for delivery. Mountain Ridge Gear is built to withstand unusual wear and tear in the field or around town. Bags and packs are offered in multiple fabric color and design options, and include utility bags, duffle bags, portfolio, messenger bags and tactical laptop cases, shaving bags, backpacks from regular to large size, zipper pouches in many sizes, and ultra-light mesh quick sacs.
Have a look at their Tactical Man Purse while you are there, and you can also pick up a utility bag set of four for a great price… Made in USA just for you!
http://www.mountainridgegear.com/
Pure Play Kids: Creativity Inspiring Toys for Kids
:: Battery-free :: Wood, organic options :: Non-toxic :: Huge selection ::
Pure Play Kids is a marketplace and maker of simple, clean and creative toys for kids, that was founded upon a family’s simple quest to find these timeless classics in an ever-growing plastic and battery-operated world. Based on fun, creative, open-ended play, the majority of their products are made in USA and designed for babies, toddlers and big kids too.
Check out their selection of musical instruments, wooden toys, super-hero capes and masks, dollhouses and cloth dolls, organic stuffed animals, travel toys, pretend kitchen fun, art projects, finger puppets, puzzles and blocks, wooden animals and fun book-ends, games, tub toys, wooden vehicles, and the classic must-have wooden alphabet blocks!
With their forms being back to basics, not only will your kids develop creativity and imaginations, but the rooms around your house will actually have less visual noise (ie look better). Pure Play kids as a new manufacturing facility and plans on growing from 6 employees up to 25 by the end of 2013. Woohoo, go USA!
We appreciate that Pure Play Kids’ website clearly labels country of origin on each product. Reasonable prices, so these are great for baby showers:
Big Chill: Retro Yet Very Modern Kitchen Appliances
:: Modern classics :: Stamped steel :: Clean powder coating :: 100s of colors ::
We were very excited when we discovered Big Chill, an up-and-coming designer and manufacturer of super-hip kitchen appliances that come in many colors and hundreds of “custom” color options. They construct their exteriors with solid, stamped steel, and then they coat it with a gorgeous eco-friendly powder-coating. Although these appliances are not exactly main-stream, they are on to something with their modern-yet-retro line of kitchen appliances. They may look retro, but they are anything but old-fashioned.
Let’s begin with their lineup of refrigerators… four fridges at different sizes from under-counter, to studio size, to full-size. The interiors are made by larger American manufacturing companies, and the exterior paneling is painted and assembled in Boulder, CO. Stoves and hoods are made in Reading, PA, and the parts and assembly of the dishwashers are made in USA too. Microwaves are no exception and come in a wide range of colors. The microwave’s electronic components are imported, but the exterior, paneling and painting are American.
Painting process is not cheap, but you can rest assured that the industrial processes are environmentally sound and do not leak any harmful vapors into your living space after curing. We would say that considering what they are offering, prices are pretty reasonable.
Check out their website to see great detail photos, read their story, and see great examples of their products in actual kitchens. Do up your kitchen in style… if stainless steel ‘aint your thing, this could be a great option!
Coming soon to an Eichler mid-century modern house near you:
http://bigchill.com/
Candy Warehouse: Valentine’s Day Candy Made in USA
:: Tons of Made in USA candy options :: Bulk options :: Reasonable prices ::
Candy Warehouse has over 150 made in USA Valentine’s Day candy options, all viewable on one mega-tall page (see link below!). They stock all the classics, plus new and exciting options like Peeps, or even a full dozen life-size foiled chocolate roses – at about the same price as delivery of a real dozen roses!
Choose from bulk bin candy – all the classics including Valentine Dots, Jelly Beans, Malt Balls, Licorice Pastels, Jelly Belly, Nonpareils, Gummy Bears, Valentine Pops from Charms and more, Chocolate Cordials, Holland Mint Balls, Chocolate Jordan Almonds, Heart-shaped baking sprinkles, Victorian Mellocreme, foiled Milk Chocolate Hearts, Cherry Sours, Cinnamon Imperial Hearts (my favorite!), a 32 pound case of Necco conversation hearts for a steal… and lots more.
Their collection is a lot of fun to look at! Be careful for a few rogue imports that haven’t been updated, such as a few Hershey products:
Newberry Knitting: Gloves, Mittens, Hats, Socks and More
:: Huge selection :: Great prices :: For the whole family :: Casual or uniform ::
Newberry Knitting has been making quality gloves and mittens since 1946… in fact, I believe we had some of the deerskin palm gloves back in the 1970s when I was a kid! It’s great to see that they are still rocking those styles as well as new ones, and that they are also making leg-warmers, hats and socks too.
Styles include acrylic fingerless gloves, ragg wool and shetland wool mittens and gloves with deerskin, raccoon blends and more. Fingerless gloves come in a range of styles and colors and are great for texting and tablet use. Finishes range from fuzzy soft to finer weaves. Rounding out their selection are Police gloves, mittens and trigger finger mittens, postal uniform fingerless gloves, polypropylene gloves, and lycra glove liners.
For children and toddlers products include wrist warmer mittens, fleece lined or unlined ragg wool mittens, acrylic fiber gloves, and more.
Check out their collection as well as their huge selection of leg warmers, socks and some nice knit caps, and they are even amenable to custom orders at a mere 50% upcharge!
Bootights: Clever Tights Made Specifically for Boots
:: Socks fused with tights :: Many design options :: Several sock heights ::
Bootights are designed to prevent socks from sliding around while wearing boots. With many designs to choose from, Bootights literally fuse tights with performance socks, allowing the optimum mix of comfort and style. Made in USA!
The tights are premium quality with support and a controlled silhouette. The waistband does not dig, roll or bind. Many patterns are available with new designs always on the horizon. The sock is moisture-wicking, breathable, and has compression arch support and sculpted cushioning.
Why didn’t I think of that?!
http://www.bootights.com/index.html
Over a Dozen Bootights on Amazon
Carolina Shoe Company: Leather Work Boots
:: Insulated, weatherproof and steel toe options :: Reasonable prices ::
Carolina Shoe Company has a pretty decent selection of men’s leather work boots made in the USA. They also have imports, so be sure to do a little easy research (see below) and unfortunately all their women’s boots are imported. With that said, their leather boots for men are a good selection of the classic work boots.
Their Made in USA models include several dozen boots that cover a multitude of leather colors, finishes, heights, with waterproof and steel toe options for each type. The website has a quick and easy “Made in USA” search button, so that is very handy! In general prices range from $100-$200.
http://www.carolinashoe.com/Category?searchTerm=made%20in%20usa
Enclume: Steel Gourmet Cooking Racks and More
:: Fine craftsmanship :: Many styles :: Several finishes :: Expanding catalog ::
Enclume has been crafting kitchen cooking racks and other great stylish racks and hangers for nearly four decades. Highly regarded in the cooking community, Enclume has founded their business on skilled workmanship and french techniques in metal-forming, and has evolved into a wide range of materials, forms and finishes – from distressed, to plated, to polished, to brushed stainless. Made in USA!
Product line includes traditional and modern wall and ceiling pot racks, log racks and fireplace tool sets and screens, kitchen prep tables, wine bottle racks, plant and pot stands, even wall-mounted coat hanging racks – perfect for your home’s entryway. Great suggestion for a feature, Paul- thanks!
Prices are very reasonable considering the work that goes into each piece:
https://www.enclume.com/Home.aspx
Enclume Products: Hundreds with 5-Star Ratings on Amazon
Dean: Leather Bags and Accessories Made in USA
:: Full spectrum of leather goods :: Reasonable prices :: Great aesthetic ::
Dean started his leather design business in 1999 starting with a leather wrist band – one that had a vintage feel, but modern sensibility in its design. Since then, the product line has grown tremendously with products that range from iPhone cases to full-size duffle bags. Most products come in a wide option of colors and finishes – with new and polished or weathered look. Made in USA!
Products include purses, handbags, totes, watches, belts, wrist-bands, iPhone or smartphone sleeves, iPad and tablet cases, portfolios and sketchbooks / journals, unisex shoulder bags, rucksacks, dog collars, card holders, wallets, a very cool clip watch, coasters, checkbooks, messenger bags, man-purses, doctor bags, briefcases, and more.
Our photo spread does not do justice to their actual product selection. Check them out and get a feel for their workshop, craft, and vibe:
http://dean-accessories.myshopify.com/