2017-06-13 00:00
A common question most people ask themselves about victims of domestic violence is, "why don't they just leave?". There are a variety of well documented reasons, such as low self esteem, n… Read More
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The Art of Giving blog is focused on getting to know the artisans, products, and charitable causes affiliated with the Arteeni curated marketplace.
2017-03-13 00:00
Amy Faust is another one of those Artisans that did not start out in a traditional way. First, she became certified as a Life Coach for Artists and a Canine Obedience Trainer. She had alwa… Read More
2017-03-10 00:00
H.L. Franklin Healthy Honey is new to Arteeni and we thank them for these recipes. Guaranteed crowd pleasers!Honey Roasted PeachesIngredients2 peaches, halved½ cup H.L. Franklin's He… Read More
2017-03-08 00:00
We tend to think that hunger is from not having food. However, there are many children who are suffering from malnutrition, not because they don't have access to food, but because their fo… Read More
2017-03-03 00:00
Organic skin care has not only become popular, but many sources indicate that it is also necessary. Upon perusal of the information out there, you will find that the ingredients in skin car… Read More
2017-03-01 00:00
Jill Gibson is one of the newest jewelers on our site. Her work is done predominantly in precious metal clay, this is a fine metal powder combined with an organic binder, and when adding wa… Read More
2017-02-27 00:00
This "Easy Marmalade Chicken" recipe, courtesy of Potlicker Kitchen, is a great weekday meal with citrus and a touch of curry. The most uncommon ingredient used is fenugreek. Fenugreek is, i… Read More
2017-02-18 00:00
There is a reason why approximately 37-47% of all households in the United States have a dog, and 30-37% have a cat. We love our pets! They love us unconditionally, are always there when y… Read More
2017-02-17 00:00
You might remember in recent years that the medical community announced an increase in heart attacks in women. With the sudden awareness of women and heart disease, doctors starting payin… Read More
2017-02-10 00:00
Having lived in the San Francisco Bay Area for more than 25 years, I thought I knew many of the best sites and sounds of the city. Here are some you might not know about.Years ago, Frank Op… Read More
2017-02-03 00:00
So, you get the title of this piece, who wouldn't? Upon reading an article about caring, love and appreciating the senses while witnessing someone with Alzheimer's Disease, I was moved to t… Read More
2017-01-30 00:00
One of the holidays that is celebrated throughout the world is the New Year, usually on New Year's Eve. Different cultures celebrate in different ways. In the USA, it is time to drink cham… Read More
2017-01-27 00:00
Who was St. Valentine and why is he linked to romance? One legend surrounds a saint named Valentine who was a priest in the third century in Rome. The Emperor, Claudius II believed that si… Read More
2017-01-24 00:00
Back in October, I wrote a blog about a group of people who bring smiles to many faces. The group is a gaggle of teens working with adults to make children happy. It is called Amy's Party… Read More
2017-01-23 00:00
Valentine's Day is just around the corner. There are many gift options for you to choose from on the this website, but we've selected a few ideas to get you started.Are you a good cook? Surp… Read More
2017-01-20 00:00
The holidays are over, it's time to get back to eating healthy. This is a terrific recipe for salad dressing from Potlicker Kitchen.
Salad dressing is one of the easiest and most versati… Read More
2017-01-16 00:00
We're coming up to the Super Bowl and no matter what team you are rooting for, these Patriots deserve to win. Army Sgt. Chris Gomes, an avid Patriots fan, is getting a new home, and volunt… Read More
2017-01-11 00:00
We are always inspired by our designers, artists, and creators here at Arteeni. Ingenuity is found in the most unlikely places. In today's world it is spectacular to see people taking the… Read More
2017-01-09 00:00
Artists work in many mediums and genres. Music appeals to all and evokes feelings and emotions that are different for everyone. Of the many people we lost in 2016, one of my favorites wa… Read More
2017-01-06 00:00
Courtesy of Tender BellyThe sour orange and garlic provide these pork kebabs with a nice, hot tang to contrast the sweet, fruity mango. IngredientsBrined Pork:
2 quarts ice-cold water
1/3… Read More
2017-01-02 00:00
For the most part, we can trust the government to keep us safe and the animals that are raised for our consumption free from undo harm. Right? It is the job of The US Department of Agric… Read More
2016-12-30 00:00
"Nobel-prize-winning Colombian novelist Gabriel Garcia Marquez once wrote of a mythical town in the middle of the jungle whose residents suffer from a mysterious affliction that erases the… Read More
2016-12-28 00:00
Most of us have read that the honeybee is endangered. Without them, our food sources would be crushed, so it is understandable for the sense of panic that this has caused us. After some re… Read More
2016-12-21 00:00
Often in the art world, terminology can be very esoteric and confusing. Many people do not know the differences between clay, pottery, porcelain, terra cotta, etc. So, I thought I would tak… Read More
2016-12-21 00:00
Often in the art world, terminology can be very esoteric and confusing. Many people do not know the differences between clay, pottery, porcelain, terra cotta, etc. So, I thought I would tak… Read More
2016-12-14 00:00
Every year the Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) has a gala to raise funds that attracts all kinds of people. Many are performers, comedians, musicians, actors, etc. On Saturday, November 1… Read More
2016-12-12 00:00
These thick-cut chops from Tender Belly are everything the perfect grilled pork chop should be: thick, juicy, and made fresh off the grill. A Vienna lager would pair perfectly with this m… Read More
2016-12-06 00:00
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So, you've been invited for a home cooked meal and don't want to show up empty handed. There's always a bottle of wine (which I think you should always bring!), but in addition, you m… Read More
2016-11-30 00:00
In the year 2000, Timothy Birckhead enlisted in the Navy after graduating from high school in Philadelphia. He served three years sailing overseas on the USS Iwo Jima as an air-launched we… Read More
2016-11-28 00:00
.You want her to feel special, be it your mom, sister, wife, daughter, etc. You want to be sure she is not just being polite when she says, "I love it, it is perfect."Most women are easy t… Read More
2016-11-21 00:00
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What to get the men in your life is always a conundrum. They rarely need anything, except new underwear. So we've lined up some interesting gift ideas for you. Below, you will find so… Read More
2016-11-18 00:00
Usually, when one is given a diagnosis of a chronic disease, the side effects are not positive. Everyone's seen the list that goes on and on of what you might expect with any ailment or tr… Read More
2016-11-16 00:00
David Lucht spent most of his career working around fire. He was an engineer who specialized in fire safety. Five years after retiring in 2005, he was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease… Read More
2016-11-09 00:00
Lori Gottlieb was a surgeon and practiced her craft for 15 years until she developed double and blurry vision, which is certainly not a great thing for a surgeon. Instead of giving in to… Read More
2016-11-07 00:00
November is National Family Caregiver Month. Throughout November, the Alzheimer's Association honors and recognizes the more than 15 million Americans caring for someone with Alzheimer's dis… Read More
2016-11-04 00:00
OK, so Thanksgiving is coming and we are planning menus. For the main course, we know, we're supposed to make turkey. Well, why not a ham?
Tender Belly offers an incredible spiral cut… Read More
2016-11-02 00:00
I found Tim Brandt on the web while searching for artists with Parkinson's Disease. I was immediately drawn in by his art and his story. His drawings are amazing and I particularly love th… Read More
2016-10-31 00:00
Chris Acton was educated in Interior Design and Music Performance at Indiana University, and then led a successful career in Interior Design/Space Planning for the next 13 years. Throughou… Read More
2016-10-28 00:00
Jackie Huang was a story artist for Lucas Filmworks and an art teacher. When his daughter was born he wasn't able to find just the right toys for her. With his love of art, he created "woo… Read More
2016-10-26 00:00
We're excited to announce our Fall Fine Art Giveaway! The winner of this drawing will receive one 24" x 30" print (valued at $390) of your choice of any of Ted VanCleave's photography pri… Read More
2016-10-24 00:00
With the holidays coming, I thought I would talk chocolate. The picture on the left shows how the process starts - in the cacao pods. There are so many ways to eat it, drink it and cook… Read More
2016-10-21 00:00
Ten million people worldwide suffer from Parkinson's Disease. It is a progressive disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement and often causes tremors, slowness, rigidity… Read More
2016-10-19 00:00
Courtesy of Tender BellyThe trifecta of perfection is found in these ribs: smoky, sweet, and tangy. Pair these tender ribs with a Spaten Dunkel, or any Bavarian dark lager you can find. Ingr… Read More
2016-10-17 00:00
Since 1988, Florida's statewide alligator harvest has been nationally and internationally recognized as a model program for the sustainable use of a natural resource. Each year, alligator ma… Read More
2016-10-14 00:00
Jason and Chris Angelini set out to make a wallet that was durable, classic and timeless. They accomplished this goal and started American Benchcraft."We are craftsman, adventurers, gentlem… Read More
2016-10-12 00:00
Nature is always a common subject for artists. The natural colors we find in the world around us serve to inspire painters, ceramicists, glass blowers, and artists in many other mediums… Read More
2016-10-11 00:00
In the process of curating the Arteeni website, I have found a number of Artisans that have double lives. Many have also pursued careers in counseling and pyschology. I'm convinced there is… Read More
2016-10-08 00:00
We choose our charitable partners very carefully. Action Against Hunger helps so many around the world, but how timely is this? I just received this email and must share it with you. It… Read More
2016-10-07 00:00
Homes for Our Troops (HFOT) is a remarkable organization that builds homes for our severely injured veterans that address their special needs, mortgage free.
On June 9, 2011, Marine Serge… Read More
2016-10-05 00:00
I could write a story about a severely malnourished child living in a disease infested community without the "luxury" of clean water. I choose instead to expose the many faces of the Acti… Read More
2016-10-03 00:00
If you live in Atlanta, you have most likely heard of Amy's Party. If not, here's the scoop. Every year about 350 teenagers get together to throw a party. Now, we know what you are thinki… Read More
2016-09-29 00:00
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Bee Wild HoneyIngredients2 tsp. Bee Wild Wildflower Honey (to taste)Large Organic Cucumbers, sliced into 1/2 in pieces1 Small Organic Yellow Onion, finely chopped
2 Orga… Read More
2016-09-28 00:00
Muhammed Ali was one of the greatest boxers in the history of the sport. He was afflicted with Parkinson's Disease, and we now know that a great way to combat the many symptoms of the dis… Read More
2016-09-27 00:00
Take a look at this picture and please let us know how to resist adoption of any of these incredible creatures. Ok, so you might know about puppy mills, those horrible places that churn o… Read More
2016-09-26 00:00
I have had the pleasure of knowing a remarkably talented woman for quite a while. You know the type, she can do everything... well. I decided to ask her a few questions to find out how… Read More
2016-09-22 00:00
We have all had a personal experience with Alzheimer's Disease. Both Jason's great grandmother and my own grandmother suffered from the disease. You might not even be aware of how many pe… Read More
2016-09-21 00:00
Courtesy of Bee Wild Honey
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutesIngredients6 Cups (about 2 large squash) seeded butternut squash, cut into 2 inch wide c… Read More
2016-09-20 00:00
Ok, so you buy your favorite man a gift of a pocket square. Years ago, all men (and some women) knew how to fold one. Alas, in this day and age the art of folding the pocket square has… Read More
2016-09-19 00:00
"Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it."
- Salvador Dali
"Imperfections are not inadequacies; they are reminders that we're all in this together."
- Brené Br… Read More
2016-09-16 00:00
Glass etching comprises the techniques of creating art on the surface of glass by applying acidic, caustic, or abrasive substances. Traditionally, this is done after the glass is blown or… Read More
2016-09-15 00:00
We are so glad there has been a movement towards natural and organic products. It is interesting how life started out that way and somehow we veered off course. Now humanity is striving t… Read More
2016-09-13 00:00
We are honored to be able to make our first blog about our Spotlight Charity, the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Arteeni.com will continue to strive to inform the public about all of our char… Read More
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