Made in the U.S.A.

Despite all efforts to the contrary, things are still manufactured here in the U.S. I suggest that you look here first when you go shopping. It's good for our economy, good for the environment, and good for social justice. You'll be surprised to find that a lot of these products cost no more than those made in sweat shops. Consider: If everyone bought just one U.S. made piece of clothing a year, it would create a $9 billion industry.

  • Clothing

    • American Made Boots and Shoes
      These folks keep track of what is still made here so you can be sure of anything on their site.
    • All American Clothing
      Jeans, shirts, casual jackets, and socks, some union made. Great jeans with gussets for a man's greater comfort. You know what I mean, guys.
    • Filson
      Expensive but extremely high quality outdoor wear from the folks who supplied the Yukon gold rush.
    • American Apparel
      Urban hipster clothing marred by cringe-worthy advertising, made in downtown L.A.
    • Union House Apparel
      All US made union made clothing, for roughly the same price as the stuff made by sweat laborers overseas.

  • Link Farms

    Aggregators of links to U.S. manufacturers.

  • Small and Local

    This is the category for artisans who don't necessarily produce in quantity or mass market their goods.
    • Jam According to Daniel
      Interesting flavors and a dedication to quality. Will do mail order.
    • Sailor's Chest
      Just what it says: Finely crafted sailor's chests made in the traditional 18th-19th century style.
    • Vadeboncoeur Nougat
      A traditional French sweet made by an expatriate Frenchman in Vermont. The stuff is addictive.

  • Tools and Hardware

    • Harry Epstein
      Wholesale tools, mostly U.S. made, at a good discount. Their closeout section is dangerous. Note: You actually have to call and talk to someone to order.
    • Lie-Nielsen
      A Maine-based company that makes beautiful and functional woodworking tools.