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The Hidden Cost of Convenience: often face poor labor conditions and low wages. The
American Fast Furniture race to the bottom on price not only undermines
fair labor practices but also diminishes the value of
In the pursuit of convenience and affordability, craftsmanship, eroding the market for locally made,
Americans have embraced the fast furniture sustainable furniture. For the past 85 years, Grace
phenomenon. Much like fast fashion, fast furniture Furniture has taken pride in collaborating with skilled
prioritizes low cost, mass production, and aesthetic American craftsmen who utilize techniques like the
appeal at the expense of durability and sustainability. eight-way hand-tied spring system to create durable,
While these pieces offer a quick and inexpensive long-lasting furniture.
solution for furnishing homes and offices, the
environmental and societal costs of this trend are HARP Museum January 2025
proving to be staggering.
Fast furniture has become an integral part of American Youth Lunch & Learn Program
consumer culture, fueled by the desire for trendy The H.A.R.P. Museum at the Irish Cultural Center
designs that align with modern tastes. Companies such of the Mohawk Valley will host two Lunch & Learn
as IKEA, Wayfair, and other big-box furniture retailers sessions for area youth on Saturday January 25, 2025.
dominate this market, offering budget-friendly options. The Gaelic festival of Imbolc is celebrated in Ireland
For millennials and Gen Z consumers—many of whom on February 1st or 2nd and marks the feast day of
are renting or moving frequently—the appeal of low- Ireland’s patroness St. Brigid. Our two programs will
cost, disposable furniture is undeniable. However, this be based on the life and legends of Brigid the saint and
very affordability and disposability contribute to the Brigid the goddess.
core issue: a growing cycle of waste and environmental The morning session starts at 11:00 AM and will
degradation. One of Grace Furniture's local craftsmen is creating a custom feature a Zoom call discussion on the life of St Brigid
Fast furniture is typically made from inexpensive sofa using the traditional eight-way hand-tied construction with author Síne Quinn. Quinn is the commissioning
materials such as particleboard, MDF (medium-density technique, a nearly forgotten art. editor at Merrion Irish Academic Press and creative
fiberboard), and laminate, all of which are challenging writing facilitator with the Bookmarks programme at
to recycle. Additionally, the manufacturing process for Addressing the fast furniture crisis requires a Trinity College Dublin. Her first book 'Holy Shocking
these materials often involves toxic glues and finishes, cultural shift towards more sustainable consumption. Saints' with Margaret Anne Suggs was published in
which further complicate disposal and recycling efforts. The concept of “slow furniture”—a movement that 2020. ‘Holy Shocking Saints’ is an introduction to
The result is a product with a short lifespan, destined emphasizes quality, longevity, and sustainability—is twelve remarkable Irish saints, including St. Patrick and
for the landfill. gaining traction. Companies like Grace Furniture St. Brigid. You will be surprised at what you will learn
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that prioritize ethical sourcing, durable materials, and about these saints that you never knew before.
that furniture waste accounts for approximately 12 timeless designs are challenging the status quo. While The afternoon session starts at 1:00 PM and will
million tons of municipal solid waste annually in the these products often come with a higher upfront cost, be spent learning how to weave a St. Brigid’s cross
United States. This figure has more than doubled over their longevity can result in long-term savings for from both pipe cleaners and traditional rushes from
the past few decades, reflecting the rise of disposable consumers and a reduced environmental footprint. Ireland. Volunteers from our program committee are
Holiday
consumer goods. Landfills are not only overwhelmed Retailers can play a pivotal role by adopting transparent experienced weavers and will assist our novice weavers. AVOID SHOPPING CROWDS!
by discarded furniture but also emit greenhouse gases, practices and offering take-back or recycling programs. There is no charge for these classes, which is being Simply Call Us!
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such as methane, as materials like wood decompose. At Grace Furniture we embody this value by up- offered to children of all ethnicities aged 8-14. As
recycling retired furniture removed from customers each class has limited seating, advance registration is We will accept your credit card
homes and donating to a local veteran’s charity. required, at https://bit.ly/4izjl7N. orders through 12/31/20.
While the journey toward a more eco-conscious Your gift certificates will be mailed to
Lunch will also be included for the students. Parents/
Buy 3 Months
approach to furnishing homes and offices may require guardians are welcome to attend any of the
shifts in both mindset and habits, the potential you the day the order is taken!
AND
rewards—reduced waste, a healthier planet, and events (they won’t count against the cap, but will have
fairer labor practices—are well worth the effort. By to pay for their own lunch). Get 1 Month CALL TODAY!
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sustainable alternatives, consumers and industries alike young people of our area to the history and culture of
can help transform the fast furniture paradigm into one Ireland, is funded through the auspices of a Legislative Gift Certificates
for only
that values longevity and responsibility. Initiative Program grant, secured by Assemblywoman
Beyond the environmental repercussions, fast Marianne Buttenschon, and is being administered out are available on
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furniture perpetuates social inequities. Many of these Written by; Cassie Grace Miles, 4th generation steward of of the New York State Office of Children and Family all types of
items are produced in factories overseas, where workers Grace Furniture, a family-owned business since 1940, on Services. memberships
River Road, in Marcy, NY. Cassie received her BFA in Design ONE CAMPION ROAD NEW HARTFORD, N.Y. 13413 (315)735-2219
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