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CRAVE BlogInterview with Patricia Pinkney of Pangea Collection
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Pangea-Collection.com features distinctive artisan jewellery, fair trade jewelry and eco jewelry from around the world.
The jewelry pieces are mainly from small, independent artisans, many of whom are women, and those living in developing countries. By purchasing their handicrafts you are contributing not only to preserving deep cultural traditions, but also to providing artisans with an opportunity to earn a living and achieve the art of self-reliance.
The perfect Christmas gift for the giver with a conscience!
How would you describe your business in exactly three adjectives?
Ethical. Cultural. Fashionable.
What are your most popular products or services?
Our Harmony Balls (earrings and pendants). They are the jewellery piece that started the business and everyone loves them.
What or who inspired you to start your business?
For two years I worked in Paris, France in an international capacity so I was fortunate to travel to many countries around the world. While I was abroad I always made time to explore the local culture. I could never leave without a piece of that place-usually a piece of jewelry. That’s where the idea for Pangea-Collection.com came from. When I wore the jewelry they drew compliments from friends. I would then tell the story about the place it came from or even the artisan who handcrafted it. I loved that! To me these jewelry pieces represent some of the most beautiful people and places I have ever known. I’m proud to be able to share their stories with you, and even happier for you to pass them on to your friends. Wearing these jewelry pieces exhibits the beauty of their origins. You become part of a living culture.
How do you spend your free time?
Traveling, traveling, traveling.
What is your indulgence?
Travel of course but also Champagne- a little habit I picked up in France!
What do you CRAVE? In business? In life?
My personal aim is to do my part to enable artisans, particularly women and those living in emerging markets, to earn an income through the practice of their craft. In my own small way I want my business to support the livelihoods of these skilled artisans. In many cases their crafts are the living expression of deep cultural traditions and I, along with the Fair Trade organisations with whom I work, believe in the importance of the preservation of these cultures.
Contact Pangea Collection at:
416-498-1331