Though a trunk show in Venice, CA this weekend might not apply to the majority of our StyleDash readers, the fact that Build a Nest does sell their wares online does.

Build a Nest is a non-profit organization that supports women artists and artisans in the developing world. The foundation does this by providing loans to these women to be used toward building their entrepreneurial art or craft businesses. The products from these artists and designers are available for purchase from the Build a Nest website, and will be available in a "trunk show" this weekend, February 17 and 18, 2007 at 1461 Abbot Kinney Blvd. from 12-5 pm.

Most of the products are geared for home, but Build a Nest also offers clothing that feature the Build a Nest logo, as well as jewelry, which are my favorite items on the site. If you happen to be in Los Angeles, you can stop by the trunk show, but if not, the online store is always open.