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Once every year at this time, this newsletter looks at Made-In-USA products. We do this because making things is important for the health of any economy.

President Trump has done what he said he wanted to do in brinbing back manufacturing jobs, in spite of naysayers who said it was impossible. Recently Forbes compared looked at the first 21 months of the current administration and found that manufacturing employment grew by 3.1%, which is 10 times the growth during the last 21 months of the previous administration.

Let's take a look at some USA-made lines you may not know.

Channel Craft has been manufacturing Authentic American Toys, Games, Puzzles & Edu-Tainment Designs that are “Quality Crafted” right here in the USA for over 36 years. These traditional American Pastimes are produced by skilled craftsmen and women to ensure aesthetic beauty, durability and great play value. Channel Craft has become the preeminent purveyor of historically significant Toys, Games and Puzzles to complement museums, parks and attractions. The company has a broad selection of educational and entertaining Nautical, Historical, Nature and Science related products – it's what they call “Edu-Tainment.”

Founder and HuggyBox CEO Elena Barrett says regarding her manufacturing partner located in Rochester NY, “I care deeply about the quality and safeness of my HuggyBox product as it is used by both adults and children. One of the reasons I chose this manufacturing location was the importance of quality, having a USA made product that is printed using soy based inks in an eco friendly, wind powered facility.” HuggyBox is a proud partner of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. A portion of the proceeds from each HuggyBox sold will go to the foundation to help find forever families for children in foster care.

Going south to the Atlanta area, everything from Pure Factory Naturals is made in the company's GMP certified plant in Smyrna, Georgia, and is 100% Gluten-, Paraben- and GMO-free. Pure Factory uses natural, beneficial ingredients in all its bath and body products, such as coconut oil, shea butter & essential oils. New products in unique and eye-catching packaging are continually being created in assortments & open stock.

Even further south, in Sarasota, Florida, Freeheart Drinkware makes its plastic tumblers. Freeheart thermal insulated drinkware keeps drinks cold & hot, has reduced sweating, and is dishwasher safe. Freeheart says their designs are "Bold…Passionate….Adventurous…Edgy…and Wonderous." For retail partners, the company not only provides exciting collections, but also name drop products and full custom products designed exclusively for your store. The company also has low minimum order requirements and flexible business terms provide the best quality-price relationship in the market.

Moving west now, Deep Fork Foods sets itself apart from the competition by cooking in small quantities in its Oklahoma facility. This ensures quality control and they truly put a little love in every batch. Owner Cyndi Stewart recommends you don’t get too comfortable though, “We are a little sweet up front but will bite you on the backside.” Deep Fork Foods opened for business in 2014 with owners Robert and Cyndi Stewart looking for an outlet to sell their Oklahoma Native Pecans. Their original product, Pecan Kettle Crunch, found its foothold at craft fairs and events across Oklahoma. Five years later, Deep Fork Foods is pleased to offer their gourmet line of foods from the heart of Oklahoma to the national marketplace. Sold through their Deep Fork Pecans, Jumpin’ Jack’s and Small Town Spice brands, these foods now include gourmet condiments, flavored pecans, savory and sweet dips, mustards, pepper butters, and spice blends. Their condiments and pepper butters have won several awards for their superior taste and are favorites nationwide.

As we head north again, we arrive at Sincere Surroundings Iowa location in the small town of Rock Rapids, where they manufacture their personalized home décor and gifts. Since the company went national four years ago, it has doubled its staff and warehouse space and seen a 500% increase in sales. Michelle Leuthold, Owner and Co-Founder of Sincere Surroundings recently shared, “Owning a family business has blessed our family and community on so many levels! Each employee feels like family to us and we love them as if they are. We’ve enjoyed providing jobs and a work environment that individuals can grow and expand their skills. It’s brought us satisfaction to see our children become involved and take ownership as we continue to grow and impact others with this business.”

We complete our tour in the far north state of Minnesota, where author Cheryl Karpen of Gently Spoken created her gift book series “Eat Your Peas.” “Growing up on a farm taught me a lot about planting strong roots in your own community,” Cheryl says. “After I received bids from three Twin City printers to print my first gift book, I chose the printer that made a unique promise, ‘I promise to ALWAYS treat you like family.’ With more than 1 million Eat Your Peas Gift Books sold, we’ve never looked back. Why? Because our St. Paul based printer, Ideal Printers, has our back. Come and see the beauty and heart we have created together.”

Finally, we go to the farthest point west AND the farthest point south in the United States to Honoka'a, on Hawaii's Big Island, where the Hawaii Bee Company produces its award-winning raw honey and honeycomb. Hawaii Bee Company is family owned and operated. Owner Tim Gormick says "What sets us apart is our devotion to natural bee keeping and mimicking nature as closely as possible to further the protection and health of the bees."

The vendors above are just the beginning. Below in "Featured Vendors" you will find Made In USA vendors, indicated by the red, white and blue backgrounds. And there are more:

*For the purposes of this newsletter, "Made In USA" can include products assembled in the US, products where some components are made in the US or products entirely made in the US.

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