Filed under: Dining / Galley, Eco-Items | Tags: felt, Fuzfarm.com, Josh Jakus, napkin ring, placemats, rubber
Not only does the hug treat you to a smile, you’ll also feel good about buying from a company that focuses on sustainability. Designed by Berkeley, California designer Josh Jakus.
little hug with your dinner?
Choose from boy (green, blue felt, black rubber) or girl (green, pink felt, black rubber.)
hug pops out to serve as a napkin ring
From Fuz. Felt material, $12 each, recycled rubber, $9 each.
I collect jewelry so I was especially intrigued when I came across this dual-purpose cuff. Both a nice environmental (made from reclaimed wood) piece for the wrist and a welcome companion for your steaming cup of java. Clever and useful.
reclaimed black walnut veneer
save a tree in a small 2 1/2 in wide footprint
From Veer. $65.
Flushable liner, washable “pants” and a kickin’ assortment of designs and colors. Who says that baby isn’t doing their part (in style) for the environment?
little g
From gdiapers. Prices vary.
Filed under: Eco-Items, Office/Desktop, Outdoor Living | Tags: Bird's Eye, calendar, Catchfly, Clarkia, Coreopsis, olivebarn.com, Poppy, seeds, Snap Dragon
It’s a bit late in the season to be touting a 2009 calendar but this one was too clever to pass up. Not only does it serve a true recyclable purpose (calendar=pollen) but the pages are quite lovely and it arrives in a nifty silver tin.
grow bird's eye, clarkia, coreopsis, poppy, catchfly and snap dragon flowers
From Olive Barn. $24.95.
Ever since San Francisco banned the use of plastic bags in large supermarkets and pharmacies (paper is now used), I’ve noticed a definite uptake in people using canvas and reusable bags when they shop. And what a terrific opportunity for a whole new product market.
I’ve been a big fan of the Envirosax line since it came out in 2004 – in the category of “usable shopping bags” they’ve got it sewn up. Sturdy construction, true over-the-shoulder design and the best assortment of graphics in this category. And their “kid” and “graphic” series bags hold an impressive 40-44 pounds.
Their size is so compact and light that I carry with me at all times. And at this price-point, there’s no excuse not to look hip while saving the environment.
Kid Series: Flower Power
Graphic Series: Retro
From Envirosax. Prices start at $8.50 each.
Filed under: Bedroom, Eco-Items, Furnishings/Lighting, Outdoor Living | Tags: lighting, vessel.com
I’ve been a huge fan of rechargeable “ambient” light (aka the Candela line) for years, so I wasn’t surprised when I instantly connected with the chunky, warm looks of the Luau lamps. I think I want to hug them.
nice mood lighting
From Vessel. $199.
