And you thought yellow lights were just a signal to stomp on the gas. Well, slow it down, buddy. Maybe then you’d notice how warm and mellow the yellow is. This designer pendulum light is made of re-used & up-cycled traffic light parts. Lets just say it’s a lot better for the environment than your driving.
Ever notice after awhile your drink bottle gets kinda gross? Even though you wash it, it starts to smell a little like a fishtank? Problem solved. The original 17oz. Bamboo Bottle has a glass insert that pops right out for easy washing. The end-caps are made of BPA-free plastic, which keeps you clean on the inside too.
The only thing worse than scooping up a steaming dog bomb with your little poop bag mitten is knowing it will hit the landfill in a plastic bag lasting for thousands of years. Not anymore. 100% biodegradable dog poop bags degrade as fast as an apple. They are also made in a wind-powered factory & come in recycled packaging. That smells much better doesn’t it?
Nice legs catch your attention – whether you’re talking wine, women or these beautiful oak barstools from Vinoture. Roughly elegant, the Prima barstools are handcrafted from pieces of real, wine-stained oak casks & other recycled components, making them truly one-of-a-kind. And depending on your taste in legs, they’re available in custom heights from 29” up.
Alchemy Goods is a brand really focused on recycling or upcycling as they call it – making used & discarded products into something new. In the case of their new belt, the ’cycling that inspired this product was actual cycling. As in bicycling. Made from rubber bike inner tubes, this belt is stitched into something stylish & functional to hold up your trousers. And, it’s made right here in Seattle, Washington.
Gas mowers stink. They belch out blue smoke causing noise & air pollution. Bosch’s Rotak 34 electric mower is greener: quieter, cleaner & even lighter than the old gas burner. With 1400 watts of cordless power, it will make you just about as happy as you can be when you’re stuck doing chores.
These unisex wallets featuring classic album art will take you back to the days of Michael Jackson’s Thriller or Metallica’s Kill ’Em All. Hell, just carrying one of these wallets is a throwback to the old days when face-to-face transactions involving shopping in public and carrying paper money was in. Totally retro.
This keyholder is proof almost anything is reusable. Made from recycled auto seatbelt hardware, the Buckle Up Key Holder keeps keys organized, while looking pretty cool hanging on the wall. We think that’s just nifty. Using the word nifty is further proof recycling works with almost everything…even outdated slang adjectives from the 1950s.
Due to a massive increase in male-pattern baldness, the unseemly fedora has had a resurgence in popularity in the last few years. So, chances are you have one. But not one of these. The Cassette Tape Fedora has a great shape, perfect brim – it’s a good hat. But, the story behind it is much cooler. It’s woven out of “Sonic Fabric,” which is a blend of actual audio tape & regular thread. Sounds cool, right? It’s the brainchild of designer, Alyce Santoro. A tie is also available.
After all the old vinyl is auctioned off on eBay, there’s at least one practical use for an obsolete 80s turntable. Brought back to life through the magic of recycling, this Technics turntable (complete with Heart record) makes a sharp wall clock telling time perfectly. No matter how long it plays, you won’t have to flip it over to keep the day going. Well…not until the single C battery wears out anyway.
Phone, camera, iPod – these are your lifelines – you always remember to plug the stuff in. But, unplugging once charged? Different story. The Conserve Valet Smart USB Charging Station fixes this glitch in your memory and saves energy at the same time. Just plug in up to four USB devices, when they’re juiced up, it powers itself off automatically. No thinking involved.
Saved from the landfill and reminiscant of a bygone era. The Magnetic Tape Reel Clock is a functioning AA-powered wall clock encased in an old reel. Back in the days of really bad haircuts and polyester slacks, audio was recorded onto these really long rolls of magnetic tape. If you don’t believe us, ask your dad.
It’s fast and looks like something out of the next James Bond flick. If that’s not reason enough to make you want a piece of this space-age thrillride, consider this – it’s electric. Reaching speeds of up to 65 mph, the Silveira Green Samba produces zero emissions – unless you count screams of joy! As it’s powered by electricity instead of gasoline, it’s clean and quiet. Now your good time doesn’t have an environmental price tag…unlike your bank account.
Ancient cultures have always used leaves to create products for everyday living. Now you have an opportunity to learn from the ancestors & leave a green footprint at your next disposable dinnerware function. Pair with a brew in a recyclable bottle… and you have yourself a BBQ. Circa 2010.
We love the advances taking place in solar technology. Powermonkey’s Explorer is easily the most unique, versatile & rugged portable charger we’ve seen thus far. It’s in the details. A Velcro strap attaches to your pack for charging on-the-go. The rubberized covering protects against the inevitable spill. An LED display reveals battery capacity & level-of-charge. Compatible with most portables, of course this one snagged a Red Dot in 2010.
Ah, summer. Your lawnmower’s favorite season. Think of all the attention old faithful receives – weekly gas feasts, lube jobs, car rides to the service center & spark plug replacement. And for some lucky blades….that favorite game called “pull my cord.” Black & Decker’s Rechargeable Mulching Mower just gave your old friend the boot. Lock & load the 36V battery for hassle-free cutting of up to 1/3 acre per charge. Did I mention the one-touch start?
