Is the highway of your life strewn with blown out truck tires and debris?  Why not pack all your gizmos, gadgets and paperwork in a big roomy, waterproof messenger bag created from the remains of one of those very same truck tires.  The Blow Out Messenger Bag, which is designed to last a lifetime, is largely made from recycled bomber truck tire inner tubes.

$140 @ green-logic.net

When we noticed 360 Vodka at eco-luxe we made a beeline for their display, natch.

Already familiar with the brand, we had the opportunity to check out the rollout of their first-ever, flavored vodkas – Chocolate and Cola.   Not usually fans of off-the-shelf flavored drinks, we were a bit skeptical, but two sips later, we were pleasantly surprised.  The 360 Double Chocolate was delicious, and the Cola was not too sweet; both delivered the requisite, smooth buzz.  more about this 4-times distilled and 5-times filtered American vodka @ vodka360.com

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Designed by the creative minds at Olson Sundberg Kundig Allen Architects, this herd of Rolling Huts offers a low impact, civilized approach to camping.  The simple modern structures which reside in a former RV camp in Mozana, Washington sit elevated on wheels and offer a cozy perch from which to survey the surrounding mountains.

The single room huts sleep 2 to 4 and feature a few amenities including: wi-fi, microwave, fridge and nearby shower and toilet.  All this for around $100 a night.

The owner has allowed the field beneath the elevated structures to revert to its natural state, creating an additional connection to nature.

available in both summer and winter – rental info @ rollinghuts.com

Although experts say we’re still quite a ways from driving in cars powered solely by the sun’s rays, here’s a concept of what the future might hold – called Lovos, which stands for Lifestyle of Voluntary Simplicity.

Designed by 24-year-old artist Anne Forschner from Pforzheim University, Germany, in collaboration with BMW, this concept car (which resembles somewhat of an eco-batmobile) consists of 260 exterior “scales” of solar cells, which harness power from the sun while simultaneously functioning as airbrakes.  When the car is in motion, each scale re-aligns with the sun accordingly to collect maximum power (even the wheels).

Forschner envisioned the car to stand as a symbol of  “the conscious self-restraint” in relation to reducing consumption and minimizing waste (I’m assuming by using solar as the car’s fuel source).

No word on whether the car will ever make it out of its concept stages, but what do you think?  Can you see yourself in one of these?

Check out more photos  @ autoblog.com

You’ll be the envy of all your fellow shoppers at Whole Foods when you stuff your next haul of organic veggies into one of these classy canvas totes made from 100% recycled cotton.  The art from original photos and reproduction images is copied in hi-rez with rich archival inks and then heat transferred to the bag, by hand, via a commercial grade heatpress – fusing the image into the bag’s fabric with great detail and depth of color.

$20  @ the craft pantry’s etsy shop

This hand assembled, “Picasso Wrapture” pendant, consists of a repurposed vintage jeweled watch movement wrapped in antiqued silver toned filigree and accented with clear Swarovski crystals which complement the original ruby red watch jewels.  The pendant hangs from a cable link chain measuring approximately 20″ in length.  Genuine Picasso Marble bead stations have been added to the chain as an accent.

The watch movement has been inspected by watchmakers to verify that it can no longer be repaired to serve its original purpose.  Wrapture is reversible and can be worn as a gorgeous Neo Victorian look filigree drop, or as an edgier Steampunk design.

$80 @ asecondtime’s etsy shop – free shipping to USA & Canada

Owner/designer Shane Larson’s Ore Containers creates modern, functional, and sustainable, containers, seating and firepits from recycled steel and aluminum.  The Salt Lake City design firm makes durable garden products that have a minimal impact on our environment.  Ore utilizes sustainable raw materials such as recycled steel, recycled aluminum, reclaimed hardwoods and eco-friendly de-greasers which makes everything they create 100% recyclable.

Many of Ore Containers recycled steel pieces are finished with a natural rust patina.  Steel has the strength to handle (more…)

A Tried and True, Green Products Review
Here’s a fun and natural alternative to typical, off the shelf ready-made meals.  Greenie Tots offers all natural meals made from fresh organic produce, (their supplier is a local organic farm in Florida), and other ingredients purchased from Whole Foods’ 365 brand.  Greenie Tots meals contain no additives, pesticides, hormones or high fructose corn syrup.  The packaging is made from recycled materials and the plastic the food is cooked in is BPA-free.

Greenie Tots is a meatless fresh frozen meal (see this YouTube video for more details) that is minimally processed and is designed for children ages 6 months-12 years. Each meal is made to order (more…)

A bamboo bike.  Nice.  Organic Bikes is introducing its new line of bikes and other sustainable products.  Each Dylan Bamboo Bicycle is built to the customer’s specifications.  Pick the color of your wheels, seat, grips, and style of handlebars you may want.  The Dylan features a frame made of proprietary laid-up natural bamboo tubing, and 100% recycled alloy frame lugs, bamboo fenders and handlebars.  Organic Bikes will also market:  biodegradable water bottles, bamboo and organic cotton clothing, messenger bags made from recycled materials, and additional bike models.

The Dylan will be available in December 2009.  The single speed model will go for $999, with the 3 speed version going for $1,099.  Find out more @ organicbikes.com