Green Colored Glasses- Green Kids Clothes: Electropura ReviewElectropura is run by fashion designer Lynn van Gastel who creates fashions for kids in sizes o-5 from existing materials. In today’s world where nearly everything seems to be disposable, these fashions rescue fabrics that still have tons of wear in […]
- Skateboard Sculptures of HaroshiCheck out these fantastic skateboard deck sculptures by Japanese artist Haroshi. He’s got an extremely varied portfolio of artwork made from old beat up decks. These five pieces shown here are just some of his latest sculptures. His method of wooden […]
- Eco-Friendly Gift Ideas — For the CookLooking for a green gift idea for the eco-chef in your life?? Check out these kitchen spice racks available in bamboo. Bamboo is a great wood to use because it grows extremely quickly with little water and no use of pesticides […]
- Beads For ChangeAre you looking for an eco-friendly product for the fashionista on your shopping list this year? Check out Beads for Change. This program employs women of Uganda who live in hillside slums. They are refugees after decades of war in […]
- Oil Town LivingI’ve got to admit that I live in the middle of a city fueled by oil. Make no mistake about it, Calgary is definitely an oil town. We’ve got a terrible reputation as red necks with out Stampede and a […]
- Penguin SweatersTo be clear, this post is about tiny sweaters for penguins such as pictured on the left. I am not writing about sweaters for humans with penguins on them such as this one from Chanel pictured on the right. It’s […]
- Getting In Bernie Madoff’s PantsThey say you can’t judge a man until you’ve walked a mile in his shoes so can you judge him after using his pants?? Check out the Bernie Madoff collection on Fredrick James for a cool selection of Ipad covers […]
- The Ultimate Solar LightHere in the Western world, solar lights are a novelty not a necessity. It’s easy to forget about people living on other places of our small planet that aren’t going green to save the world. They’re simply living hand to […]
- Etsy Find: Talking Squid Recycles TeesTalking Squid is not just saving the planet by recycling t-shirts, they’re also helping you save money with their huge 50% off summer sale. Yup, half off! So, what could you spend half as much on?? Well, they’ve got an outstanding […]
- Quitting SmokingQuitting smoking is one of the best things that you can do for the health of the environment and yourself. Cigarette butts make up about 80% of litter commonly found on streets. The exhaled fumes from cigarette smoke are a […]
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D-torso Creates a Giant 3D T-Rex from Laser-Cut Cardboard
This year at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair, something menacing was lurking among the tables and chairs. D-torso brought a giant 3D T-Rex made completely from cardboard. Standing a bit taller than an average human, the sculpture dominated the exhibit. … Continue reading
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Incredibly Detailed Nikon Camera Made Entirely From Cardboard
Marta Crass created this incredibly realistic cardboard camera without the use of any precision machining tools (like laser cutters or plotters). Measuring 6.5” x 4.5”, the replica camera is modeled after a 1960s-era Nikon camera given to Crass by her … Continue reading
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Tagged cardboard, cardboard art, cardboard camera, cardboard model, Cardboard Nikon Camera, eco maps, eco-art, green design, interactive maps, maps, Marta Crass, plastic bag bans, plastic bag map, plastic bag policy, plastic bags, Reader Submitted Content, recycled cardboard, Recycled Materials, sustainable design, Sustainable Materials
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Designer Niklas Roy Creates a Pen Plotter from Cardboard and Common Office Supplies
Designer Niklas Roy has created an incredible miniature plotter made from Finnish cardboard, rubber bands, glue, tape, glue, and a welding rod. Roy designed the gadget while teaching a workshop at the School of Art and Design at Offfenbach on … Continue reading
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Tagged cardboard, coordinates, Eco Textiles, finnish cardboard, glue, green gadgets, Greener Gadgets, grid, Interactive Objects, niklas roy, office supplies, pen plotter, printer, rubber bands, school of art and design at offenbach, Sustainable Materials, tape, vectorized graphics, welding rod
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DIY Living’s Cardboard Packaging Can Be Turned Into Functional Furniture
Maybe you have just moved or are remodeling your home, and you go to buy a brand new set of furniture. Once you unpack your tables and chairs, you’re left with a heap of cardboard just sitting there, waiting for … Continue reading
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Tagged "green furniture", cardboard, diy living, Green Graphics & Packaging, Green Home decor, green Interiors, packaging, publicis, Singapore
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Piquattropunto’s Cardboard “Pause” Rocking Chair is Completely Recyclable
The Pause chair is a rocking chaise lounge made from a cardboard structure covered with two felt mats. The felt cushions are attached to the chair with rope instead of screws or glue. Designed by Piquattropunto design studio, the Pause … Continue reading
Unsafe Mineral Oils Entering Food from Transport Boxes
Harmful mineral oils in recycled cardboard can find their way into food – even if the cardboard does not touch the food directly, Packaging Technology and Science reports (via Environmental Protection). In tests on experimental packs of noodles, researchers found … Continue reading
Soil Magic with Sandwich Composting
It might seem highly improbable that just a pile of cardboard, newspaper and grass clippings will magically turn into beautiful rich soil, but that is indeed what actually happens. I saw it with my very own eyes. In our quest … Continue reading
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Coke Unveils Recyclable Rack; Odwalla’s Bottles 100% Plant
Coca-Cola is rolling out 100 percent recyclable display racks for its drinks, in what it calls an industry first. The “Give it Back racks”, freestanding units made of corrugated cardboard, are designed for use in grocery and convenience stores. Coca-Cola … Continue reading