by rd @ 5:21 pm 1 comment »
Joshua Allen Harris creates street art from plastic bags that inflates via subway air.
Monday, March 31, 2008
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These shirts are made in the USA from 100% organic cotton, grown without pesticides and harmful fertilizers and from non-genetically altered seeds. Better still, for every one you purchase Interwoven donates a shirt to reStart, a Kansas City-based homeless advocacy group. Keeping it local and showing some real style.
$25 plus $5 shipping @ interwoventhreads.com
by rd @ 8:53 am post a comment »

This is about design. I love the look of this snack set by Sweden’s Sagaform. I hope this comes with instructions. For all you sticklers, I’m calling this ‘reusable’.
$40 @ aplusrstore.com
by Maureen @ 8:40 am 2 comments »

Love the rain but hate getting wet? Grab a green bumper shoot and go for a lovely stroll instead of darting frantically from one awning to the next.
(above, L)
Canopy is made from 100% recycled PET bottles, frame is from 70% recycled aluminum, handle is made from bamboo and strap is from hemp; Auto open and close — the Eco ‘brella from Tote.
(above, R)
Brelli, world’s first, 100% biodegradable umbrella –
as previously seen on altCon.
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Sunday, March 30, 2008
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Not for the faint of kitsch, this eco fashion accessory will certainly turn some heads at your next car show or breweriana convention. The recycled rubber belt is fastened by an authentic seatbelt buckle and adorned with beer bottle caps from bars and breweries around the Pittsburgh, PA area.
The term ‘fashion-forward’ takes a u-turn.
$31 @ ebags.com
by Kyla @ 9:16 am post a comment »

The water supply crisis is not just a third world issue. Nevada’s Lake Mead, the largest man-made lake and reservoir in the U.S., could go dry by 2021, according to a pair of scientists at the Scripp’s Institute of Oceanography in San Diego, California. If human-induced climate change and water usage continues at the present rate, or even slower, there is a 50% chance the lake will go dry in coming years – and sooner, rather than later. The Colorado River’s water is being consumed far beyond a sustainable level. (more…)
Saturday, March 29, 2008
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I’m swept up by the good karma wave of today’s conservation awareness effort. Who knew the Big Turn-off would be such a turn-on? In light of tonight’s event, I’ll be participating on a very local level, even though my hometown of NYC is not officially taking part. I hope that wherever you are, you do, too.
An admitted candleholic, I’m prepared to make a striking statement of the glowing kind. Romance and intimacy may be the order of the night — firing up those eco torches of light, made from 100% beeswax or soy, with cotton wicks of course.
Not sure yet exactly what the night will entail…could keep it retro, and have an intimate game of cards — Crazy 8’s to kick things off, poker to end. Could keep it calm and quiet, with essential oils and a relaxing massage with my Prince of Darkness. The thing is, this worldwide, eco dance of darkness need not take place but once a year. Follow your green heart. Lights Out at 8…see you then!
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Simple Shoes has gone and created a green sneak for guys that isn’t butt ugly and completely geeky. Superbly green and sustainble in construction, these foot containers feature soles that used to be the tires on your Corvair or Camaro. Laces and beds are made of recycled PET with organic cotton liners and organic cotton and hemp uppers. Contains no animal stuff and are vegan friendly.
$55 @ simpleshoes.com and yes, they have footwear for the ladies too
Friday, March 28, 2008
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Designer Matt Gagnon creates this modern geometric form from oil-finished recycled paper. Supports your cocktail whilst it holds your Joy Division EP’s and magazines.
40″w x 16″h x 12″d
Not for the weak of wallet but art isn’t cheap.
$3,400 @ mattstudio.com
by seamus the eco dog @ 9:23 am post a comment »

If I had a tail these sleeping mats would get it wagging — stylish, ultra durable, machine washable, earth-friendly mats made by West Paw Design. Eco Naps are made of 85% post consumer recycled plastic. Over 40 plastic soda pop bottles are diverted from landfills for every extra large Eco Nap; 21 bottles for every medium! We dogs sleep an average of around 12 to 14 hours a day making sleeping accomodations a major component the canine lifestyle.
Pity they don’t have one in black and white.
six sizes and four colors and made in USA.
our friends @ olivegreendog.com have them for $28