Archive for the ‘Recycled/Green’ Category

February 26, 2010

maisy and alice.

Pretty up-cycled vintage wool felt necklaces by Maisy and Alice out of Melbourne, Australia…

Rosa

Rosa: $22.00

Lula

Lula: $22.00

Fire

Fire: $23.00

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Lula: $22.00

and all of these colors just make me happy…

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Rainbow: $56.00

Cherry

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Cherry: $36.00

Forager

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Forager: $36.00

February 25, 2010

organelle design.

I stumbled upon Vancouver, BC-based independent studio Organelle Design and had to share this with you. Courtney Hunt and Alex Witko draw from architectural, interior and industrial design practices to create innovative products and home design. Check out the organically inspired furniture and lighting they craft from common recycled materials…

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Hangelier 2.1: $300.00

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Hangelier 1.2: $275.00

Loving these chair+benches projects, too…

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Okay, okay. Just one more. I really do hate ironing, but this is great…

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January 5, 2010

smartfish.

These handmade flats by Alisha Budkie of SMARTFISH are so cute! The footwear is created without the use of adhesives and are also 100% vegan. Alisha uses sustainable, local and even vintage materials in her designs. I can’t decide which one I like the best…

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shoes range from $85.00 – $165.00

October 14, 2009

stephanie teague.

With the change in weather, I have been on the hunt for some cozy garments. I was checking out the Pretty Birdie line by Stephanie Teague recently and thought I’d share my finds. The last time I featured Stephanie’s shop it was all about the sleeveless dresses for the spring and summer. Oh, sunshine, will you making an appearance soon? For now, while I dream of warmer days, I’ll make my wish list of fall offerings…

Bamboo and Organic Cotton Mini Dress: $130.00:

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Custom Vintage Wool Coat: $295.00:

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Hemp and Organic Cotton Wrap: $130.00:

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Hemp Jumper: $165.00:

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Black and White Striped Long Wrap: $135.00:

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Open Back Tunic: $80.00:

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Hemp and Organic Cotton Muslin Snap Jacket: $180.00:

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July 29, 2009

heidi & seek.

Visiting Heidi & Seek means that there will always be something unique for you. And only you. Hayley makes one-of-a-kind clothing using 100% reclaimed fabrics. Here are some of my favorites in this Melbourne, Australia based shop…

Striped Winter Dress/Jumper – ‘Tommy’: $80.00:

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Royal Blue Sleeveless Summer Top – ‘Flutter’: $30.00 {sale}:

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Red Wool Winter ‘Riding’ Vest: $37.00 {sale}:

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Light Blue Summer Top with White Lace – ‘Indiana’: $30.00 {sale}:

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June 8, 2009

Wonder Thunder.

I love these adorable and practical Reusable Veggies Bags by Wonder Thunder at Fey Handmade. The bags are made from preshrunk recycled cotton muslin and have an organic cotton drawstring. The designs are drawn then screen-printed with water-based inks. Choose either red or blue {or, hey, maybe a set of each} and receive 4 bags in various sizes for just $20.00. They’re even machine washable!

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April 22, 2009

Coffee or Tea?

What do you prefer? Sometimes it just depends on the time of day. The mood you’re in. What you need to accomplish. Have a look at these hand-embroidered reusable cup cozies by Debbie of 60 bugs. I have something similar and just carry it with me when I know I’ll be heading to the local coffee shop. It’s a great alternative to the paper/cardboard ones they hand out. Just think of how many times per week you get your fix and you’ll soon realize how much waste you’ll be preventing. Oh, and these are oh-so-cute!

Coffee Love Tattoo Sleeve; Tea Love Tattoo Sleeve: $12.00/ea:

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ps - 60 bugs is having an earth week sale! All cup cozies are on currently 20% off. Sale ends April 26, 2009.

April 22, 2009

Recycle This.

Today is Earth Day. This doesn’t mean that today is the only day you should do right by mother earth. Kathy, for example, creates jewelry from recycled materials that she comes across in her everyday life or things that are donated to her. Artwork by KD is currently offering free shipping in honor of Earth Day. Here are a couple of my favorites…

Recycled Orange Juice Bottle Bracelet: $11.00:

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Large Eco Flower Ring with Elastic Band: $6.00:

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Triple Recycled Plastic Hoop Earrings: $30.00:

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March 18, 2009

Green Pop.

Poppytalk Handmade’s 2nd Annual Eco, Spring and Easter-themed market launched Sunday and is full of handmade items that have gone green. Goods made of recycled, eco-friendly materials and vintage wares can be found in this current offering. Here’s a peek…

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March 16, 2009

Carve Your Initials…

Let’s be good to the trees and not actually carve into them. If you have an event coming up, why not let the folks at Toast create some custom favors for you. These Heart Stumps are great…

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The old heart with the initials tree carving is classic and romantic. Toast offers this modern way of declaring your love without causing harm to the forest. Each handmade 100% biodegradable Heart Stump is personalzed with a faux wood carving of your initials and the date of your special day. You can purchase them empty so that you can fill them with whatever your heart desires, purchase them pre-filled with locally made chocolate macadamia nut candies (yum!), or filled with a handkerchief printed with a matching heart motif. Check out their site for more goodies and for more info.

March 6, 2009

Indie Weddings Month.

I am very excited to share that Vintage Indie’s Indie Wedding Guide has, for the second year, launched the Indie Weddings Month Celebration. What this means for you is a guide and directory full of amazing ideas to create your wedding using all things indie. They offer ways of d-i-ying it and encourage the three R’s: reduce, reuse and recycle. During the month of March, they’ll be posting information about giveaways, independent and small business vendors, tutorials and project ideas, eco-friendly and vintage alternatives and real life wedding tales. Check it out for yourself and share with loved ones who may need some wedding day planning tips.

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January 9, 2009

Feeling Used?

While I have had the feeling of being used before, I can look at the whole “used” thing in a more positive light, right? Maybe in the form of a reusable, eco-friendly bag. These bags by urban:kitty were made from repurposed vinyl wallcovering and straps of natural hemp. Gotta love the letterpressed design, too (done by Blackbird Letterpress).

1. Eco Tote – Bird: $36.00
2. Eco Tote – Recycle: $36.00