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Last month at Unique LA hi Tree stood out in a forest of eye catching booths. Designer Tina Rodas creates whimsical leaf jewelry, owl totes, and plush tree shaped pillows. Her felt trees are adorned with happy hearts. With apples on tote bags, mushrooms on coin purses, and woodland creature names Mr. Chameleon, the world of hi Tree turned our day into a dreamy surreal landscape.

Last month at Unique LA, we met David Trotter from Kauzbots. These fabric robots are 18 inches tall, super cute, and raise money for organizations around the world. We took home Kalvin the leader of the "Kauzbot Krew". Buying Kalvin meant that 10% of the purchase price went to Hearts of Gold an organization with a mission to enhance the lives of New York City's homeless mothers and children.

With the event a few days away, Sonja took the time to speak to LAist about the importance of conscious consumerism and community building, promoting downtown LA and it's thriving art and fashion scene, volunteering and the amazingness that is LA's taco trucks and fruit stands.

Last Wednesday, GOOD and Knight Pulse partnered up to honor the five individuals they awarded for their involvement in various community projects addressing local and global issues.