For all you folks who long for that old beanbag chair you spent so much time in back in the 70′s, we bring you Eco-poof. This comfy pillow-lounger is ultra soft on the outside and cushy-soft on the inside.
Material: inside – 100% recycled EPS beans, outside – Eco-felt made of 100% recycled PET bottles.
Sprawl out on one of these and you can really feel good about recycling.
You can find it (and its smaller sibling) at Matteriashop
Gone are the days of mindless consumption. In this era of conscious consuming, it’s important to question how stuff is made when considering an acquisition. And it’s important not to lose sight of this notion when buying a gift for that special someone.
When I stumbled on this reclaimed furniture, it seemed a neat gift for our top pops. How cool would it be to give dad a piece of furniture made from salvaged materials that could be passed down and kept in the family for future generations?
A useful item like a mirror, vanity, bench, wine rack, cupboard or old-school chalkboard handmade & constructed from found, salvaged or reclaimed materials manifest a tangible cradle to cradle philosophy.
All Black Canyon Restorations are one-of-a-kind, finely crafted pieces from salvaged wood from old barns, doors and old telephone poles. And they’re accented with vintage molding, tin, doorknobs, hooks, glass, and parts of stoves, pianos or chairs.
Owners Scott and Ann Lundquist also accommodate custom requests. Visit Emmet, Idaho-based, blackcanyonrestorations.com for more info.
We don’t espouse mindless consumption, but we do occasionally like to perk up our wardrobes and spirits with a stylish indulgence. Here’s this week’s small, edited collection of eco savvy fashion finds…
What do you get when you marry sustainability with fashion? An important addition to your year-round wardrobe.
Eliza Starbuck’s little black dress – the only black dress you’ll ever need. Eliza’s new design can be worn forwards, backwards or open. The silhouette allows for flexibility and versatility — wear it as a dress or an ensemble. Wear it wherever and whenever – daytime, nighttime, whether casual or formal occasions, year-round.
Drape and accessorize according to your personal style. Each piece is created as needed so there’s no overstocking issues or wasted resources. These LBDs are created as limited edition runs, requiring 6-8 weeks for delivery. This premier edition retails for $185 plus 8% NY state sales tax. Pre-sale begins today, June 18. more @ brightyounggthings.com
(above) emobiswimwear.com body- and eco-friendly, and made in Australia; cute separates and one-piece swimsuits for splashing around in your favorite body of water.
(above) An architect of Colombian descent, Andres Arango, currently resides in Vermont and designs handmade sustainable and organic jewelry — muichic.com. The cool line is created from Tagua nut, a seed that comes from the ivory-nut palm” which only grows in South America’s Rain Forest. With eco baubles for neck, fingers, ears and wrists, all superbly reasonably priced.
(above) Whether strolling down the boardwalk or chilling with friends round the solar cooker, nothing’s cooler than a summer sun dress. This baby comes in four colorways. It’s made in the USA from merino wool, (surprisingly comfy and highly breathable) from outdoor casual wear specialist, ibex.
(above) And speaking of merino wool, check out finisterre‘s Zephyr shorts for sustainable style and comfort.
And that’s a wrap. Have yourself a beautiful, low carbon impact couple of days. And remember – buy only what you need and love what you have.
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