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Envirosax

Reviewed

on May 21, 2008

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Based on strong pro-environmental beliefs, Envirosax was founded to try to eliminate the use of plastic bags. They also promote moving to a much more environmentally friendly direction. This direction shows in their product. The bags that I used are sturdy and fold up nicely into a larger bag for easy storage. They are cute too.

envirosax

The patterns are not fading, unlike the previous bags that I reviewed, but I still love those. Bags that conveniently fold up are perfect for girls who don’t want to carry around more things with them.

It seems now that Envirosax has an organic line including hemp, cotton and linen. That’s another step in the right direction. Check out their site and purchase some today.

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Flip Flop Rug

Reviewed

Mike

on May 14, 2008

in Home Decor Reviews

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My recycled car tire welcome mat had to be relocated to a new area to make room for the new, bright and squishy flip flop floor mat. The rugged black tire mat was getting boring to look at and made my condo entryway look stale. I opted to move it to another location and replace it with a brightly colored mat made of leftovers from a flip flop company. The remnants are arranged in a diamond pattern and are really cushiony and soft.

I like the colors and the feel both with and without shoes, but the pattern leaves much to be desired. I actually think the welcome mat would look even better in a random pattern or with one type of remnant.
flip flop rug

Other than the pattern, I really like the welcome mat. I did not get rid of my old recycled tire welcome mat. It’s just inside now and being used differently, no worries.

You can buy the floor mat from VivaTerra. They offer all sorts of recycled products, such as rice paper bags turned laundry baskets and even more!

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Real Deal Dog

Reviewed

Fred

on May 11, 2008

in Green Friendly

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Piper is the Real Deal!

Real Deal Hat Piper

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Tarma Designs

Reviewed

Scott

on May 6, 2008

in Accessory Reviews

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When I first glanced at Tarma’s website I was pleased with what I saw. The designs seem very earthly and simplistic, just my style! Tarma designs are all very unique and spiritual. Their products are made from environmentally friendly materials like recycled 316 stainless steel, nylon webbing and recycled polyester.

I received three different men’s adjustable wristbands and one bottle opener. I collect unique bottle openers so one made completely of recycled 316 stainless steel brought a smile to my face. The Double Diamond Bottle Opener is compact, roughly 3 inches long. For travel, it easily fit into my pocket and upon return I place it back into the drawer. The design is easy on the eyes and quick on the draw. Oh, and it opens Sam Adams like no other.

tarma designs

All three of the wristbands are unique. Each design and clasp is made of the same 316 stainless steel featuring two colored nylon webbing for the band. The band has a series of sewn slots which is used for sizing your wrist. The main problem is that I could not get the clasp on myself. Yes, it is a very elegant and earthy design, but I could not physically put the bracelet on by my lonesome. I thought I was possibly doing something incorrectly so I gave the wristbands to different people and no one could get the wristband on either. It’s definitely a huge oversight on Tarma’s part.

My favorite design is the mountain biker. Once I can figure a way to safely put on the wristband, I will wear it on a daily basis.

tarma designs

West Paw Design – Eco Bone

Reviewed

Fred

on April 23, 2008

in Cats and Dogs Reviews

. 1 Comment

Every dog loves a bone, but your pet will love it even more when it is an environmentally friendly Eco Bone from West Paw Design. My dog has been loving this great plush toy for weeks now.

west paw design

The plush bones are created from post-consumer recycled plastic bottles, IntelliLoft. This plush toy is safe for pets and made from re-engineered fibers that diverts unnecessary waste from going to your landfill, while taking six times less energy than producing fabric from virgin fibers. This helps add some heavy duty fibers that surrounds a squeaker, for an eco friendly, high quality dog toy.

Generally my dog will rip through these kinds of toys in just a few days, but this one has managed to last for some time now, without one single hole. A feat within itself. The company says, from the mouth of a soda pop consumers to the mouth of your dog, this product lives on.

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West Paw Design Toys

Reviewed

on April 9, 2008

in Cats and Dogs Reviews

. 1 Comment

Our cat doesn’t really play with toys. She kind of just plays on her own. Its not that she doesn’t have any toys, she just doesn’t play with the ones she has. We always just assumed she didn’t like toys in general so I never attempted to buy many new ones. Then we got the West Paw Design Fish for Cats.

west paw design

Since then, she has not gone a day without at least playing with it for 30 minutes or more. It was actually kind of scary how she played so much, only because we’ve never seen her take to a toy like this.

To make a long story short, it makes me happy to see her happy. But also to know that the company behind this toy is truly extraordinary. West Paw Design sets out to make high quality toys and items for pets while keeping the environment in mind. The toy we have is mad from recycled soda bottles. They keep manufacturing in the US to provide quality jobs here at home, and they run an employee oriented outfit where they all are rewarded for the great work of the whole.

I say to West Paw Design, keep up the good work! Our very picky cat approves!

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Real Deal Brazil Tarp Hat

Reviewed

Mike

on April 8, 2008

in Accessory Reviews

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Straight from a Brazilian cargo truck, this hat is the real deal! It’s made from reclaimed fabric from tarps on trucks. No two hats are the same and you may be lucky enough to get one with Portuguese writing or printing on it! You can design your own by choosing from simple options.

In terms of the fit, I do not have a big head and the medium hat fit me snugly, but tight enough that the fierce wind did not blow it away walking out of the Atlantic City Beer Fest. The hat did get some attention and questions from random strangers. After explaining what Real Deal Brazil was about, they were even more impressed.

I have never worn a cowboy-styled hat before however I have always wanted to. I am glad that I did. It’s really cool and supports free trade and the new trend of using reclaimed materials to create new products.

My girlfriend thought it was cute and we took such a cute picture with me rocking it. What do you think? Better than my old Hot Water Music hat? There’s also some pictures of Ed wearing the hat The Nets game the other day.

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Becky Redman

Reviewed

Mike

on April 4, 2008

in Home Decor Reviews and Reusable Product Reviews

. 1 Comment

I Heart the Environment. That’s obvious because I launched Leafygreen.info over a year ago with all good intentions of creating a site for the green-minded individual who wants to go greener.

Becky Redman’s unique messages are cheeky, feisty and a bit bold, but I heart her ideas. Screened on a beige canvas bag, the passive color of white lettering boldly declares Fucking Recycle printed in the classic font Helvetica inside a large block of light pink. That statement right there says it all. The bag is a statement that recycling is no joke and it should not be taken lightly. The bag is strong and sturdy and rather large too. I have brought it shopping to all types of stores. I am hesitant to use it at the grocery store for fear that it will get dirty.

Becky Redman Fucking Recycle

The bag is quite spacious. I have managed to fit two days worth of clothes for a weekend trip and more. It’s awesome. Lala says that it’s too feminine to walk around with, so she always steals it, but I think she loves it more than me. What do you think of the bag? It’s totally masculine!

Swear words are not always the answer, but it gets the point across when you need to, so Fucking Recycle! It’s the right thing to do.

Becky Redman Fucking Recycle

Becky hearts the environment too. She even made an awesome poster on recycled paper to prove it. As seen proudly mounted on my living room wall, I’m thrilled that someone made such an appealing poster. Becky’s poster is printed on lightweight recycled paper, but it’s in Metric sizes (A1), so be warned if you want to mount it in a frame.

The small red heart is centered on the page with the words, The Environment, on the bottom of the poster. The bold black Helvetica really exhibits the classic feel to the poster. I love the poster because it looks great, says a message and has the recycled look to it. Becky is based out of the UK, so the poster was shipped overseas and it shows, but I think that adds to the character of the poster itself.

i heart the environment

If you don’t like either of those statements, I am sure you will be able to find something you will like. Check out Becky’s website which doubles as her online art gallery. It’s truly wonderful and eye-catching. Mr. T likes it too!

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Zero Per Gallon Bicycle Tire Belt

Reviewed

Mike

on April 1, 2008

in Accessory Reviews

. 2 Comments

I am a big fan of belts and I always struggle to find fun, vegan belts. Zero Per Gallon makes it easy to not only have a fun vegan belt, but have one with a message that supports a few causes.

Zero Per Gallon recycles bicycle tires to create belts. You can purchase them with regular buckles or with Velcro. Each belt is custom made, so you can choose the color, the fastener, and the size. ZPG will make it for you and it’s goat free.

ZPG is a San Francisco based company who is planning a long haul on a boat, their profits from the ZPG products like the shirts, patches, and belts go towards that cause.

Though this belt is not my favorite of all time, it will not set off the metal detectors and is rather sturdy. I wear a 33 waist and I elected for the medium belt. It fits perfectly with certain pants but not so perfect with others. That is not a flaw with the belt because the medium belt is sized to be larger than your waist, rather something to get used to.

I really like the belt; it’s strong enough to hold up your pants and your bike lock too. The Velcro belt is sometimes hard to close depending on the position of your belt loops, but it still works. I show off my belt all the time, so all can admire it’s black beauty, but I think I need another one, this time with a buckle.

ZPG’s will appeal to bicyclists of all sorts, vegans and vegetarians, but regular people too. This post is Goat Free!

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Pentel Recycology

Reviewed

Lala

on March 27, 2008

in Office Supply Reviews

. 1 Comment

Being a teacher and a student I am always willing to try any new school supplies. I have been using both the Pentel retractable Gel pens and highlighters. Both items come in a variety of colors. I find both useful and handy, especially since they retract. I don’t have to worry about them leaking ink or drying up.

pentel recycology

They are made of recycled plastic materials and less of it than the standard pens. Many of the products actually are refillable, such as the highlighters and markers.

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