We received a pleasant surprise at our workshop yesterday afternoon when our daily UPS delivery arrived. Instead of seeing Kevin, our usual delivery guy, our packages were dropped off by none other than Oregon Congressman Peter DeFazio! Congressman DeFazio spent the day accompanying a UPS manager on a route to deliver goods to local businesses. And to show his spirit...

It's a busy season in the Soft Star workshop. All of our shoemaking elves are working extra hard to stay on top of holiday orders. Those toy-making elves up north may think they're the only busy ones this time of year, but we could give them a run for their money. And if you're still looking for gift ideas, then...