By Katherine DalPra •
December 2, 2009
TerraCycle has cracked the code on how to upcycle billboard vinyl and giving their latest invention away in this fabulous giveaway.
By Delia Montgomery •
November 22, 2009
For the past two years, founder Monica Ralli of UrthBags in California, developed strategies to inspire people. Her goal was to create a stronger sense of eco-consciousness on our overly-disposable planet.
Monica also planned how to stimulate the job market. She intended to provide work that would benefit local craftsmen and women’s organizations worldwide. Simultaneously, waste would be reduced significantly.
The handbag materials are milk cartons, juice boxes, telephone books, and newspapers. The craftspeople are artisans from across the globe. Designers are both staffed and sourced.
By Delia Montgomery •
November 14, 2009
Emma, who helps run the Internet’s numero uno fashion recycling website, contacted me to ask if I could imagine opening my wardrobe and choosing from over 10 million outfits? Of course I replied with enthusiasm and she said “welcome to the future of Bigwardrobe.com.”
Emma explains that it’s like a small environmentally-friendly version of eBay. Yet the merchandise is strictly apparel with three categories of men, women, kids. Love the tailored coat offering pictured.
By Delia Montgomery •
October 27, 2009
Designers may brace themselves with glee because recycled threads are coming to market!
German thread maker Amann, with the new Lifecycle Threads brand name, distributed press releases to the trade last August.
By Delia Montgomery •
October 14, 2009
If you didn’t catch the Best Eco-luxury Infant Clothes Designer competition winner, read about Carrie Jekogian for LolaBabiez Organics here.
The first runner-up is Tina Bossy for Bossy Baby and the second runner-up is Rachel Hart for Miss Sugar Pops. Be sure to read the related posts below to discover all the terrific nominations.