With all the concerns over nuclear reactors and radiation, I thought I would do a post on a company that recycles nuclear missile systems into jewelry. From War To Peace is made in the USA, the copper is recycled from mines in Montana, the Peace … [Read more...]
Upcycled Clothing- Green And Save With Rose’s Rags
June 7, 2011 By 1 Comment
I just finished my 26th annual clothing exchange to benefit battered women. For some reason this year, it really struck me about the amount of excess we Americans accumulate over the course of a year. This year was a small group yet I had over 30 … [Read more...]
Say Yes To Reclaimed Wood Ties For Fathers Day
May 26, 2011 By 1 Comment
I have always felt that if a man is going to wear a tie, have it make a statement. So for Fathers Day, make an eco statement and buy your Dad a reclaimed wood tie. Made in the USA, Wood Thumb is a start up company based in San Francisco. and they … [Read more...]
The First Biodegradable Shoes
May 16, 2011 By 2 Comments
All of a sudden, I am getting emails about recycling shoes from a post I did several years ago! I just found out that New Balance does not take back shoes any more and I had a phone call from a guy who recycles shoes, takes them to TiaJuana for … [Read more...]
Eco Friendly Eyewear-ECO Partners With EcoBonus
May 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Eco (Earth Conscious Optics) by Modo, the first and only certified eyewear brand entirely made of recycled materials, is pleased to announce a partnership with EcoBonus®, a division of BI®, The Business Improvement Company. In this new business … [Read more...]
Reuse Plastic- Make Clothes By Casey Hansel
April 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
For aspiring eco-courturist, no need to purchase expensive fabrics, there is plenty of plastic bags wafting in our winds, on the streets, the beaches and in trash cans. Can't find any, 18 year old Casey Hansel shows us how to make exciting new … [Read more...]
Emma Watson Launches Eco Friendly Clothing Line
March 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Emma Watson has joined the ranks of celebs getting into clothing and accessories. Fortunately for us greenies, her launch is Eco Friendly and uses Fair Trade Materials and organic cotton.. Her clothing collection with Italian Designer, Alberta … [Read more...]
Sustainable Fashion Design By Natalia Allen
February 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Natalia Allen tells her story on how she switched from wearable technology to sustainable fashion. Learn more about Natalia Allen here: http://www.ecospeakers.com/speakers/a... In this video, fashion designer Natalia Allen talks about the … [Read more...]
Made In The USA Products
February 19, 2011 By 1 Comment
I only have 1 pair of socks left without holes. As my stuff is wearing out, I am on a mission to either buy made in USA, or local or organic, companies that give back and companies that do do use slave labor. It's pretty hard to find and time … [Read more...]
Reuse Oil From Oil Spills Make Jewelry
February 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This is one way to pick up the oil from the beaches of the oil spill. Shondra Leigh makes Tarball Jewelry are made from the tarballs collected off the beaches of Grand Isle, Louisiana. The tar in the “STAINED” collection is sealed under … [Read more...]
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