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Unacceptable Chemical Levels Detected in Tests of Leather Gloves
If you think leather is "natural", think again. 15 of 17 gloves tested socred unsatisfactory or inadequate in tests for harmful chemicals.
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Can We All Join Grandmother Heidemarie Schwermer in Living Without Money?
In a documentary by Line Halvorsen, Schwermer invites everyone to join her cash-free lifestyle. What would happen if we all did that?
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Bow Ties Made of Recycled Rubbish for the Modern Man (Photos)
This man has a unique recycled bow tie to match every occasion.
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Upcycle Boring Glass Jars Into Beautiful Vases with Lace Vase
Empty jars and recycles are easily transformed into stunning vases with the Lace Vase attachment by Milk Design Shop.
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I AM. Yoga Mat Bag Weaves Function, Style and Social Change
I love any yoga accessory that positively integrates the law of karma.
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Digitally Printed Cowhide Rug Doesn't Require a Cow
This amazingly detailed cowhide rug is digitally printed. Get the rustic look for to tie a room together without the guilt.
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Zeal Releases Stylish Sunglasses Made from Castor Oil
Zeal Optics Releases Stylish, Sustainable Sunglasses Made from Castor Oil
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American Olympic Hopefuls Go for the Gold and the Green
Several American team members are involved in environmental issues, as well as Olympic ones.
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5 Colorful Fair Trade Holiday Gifts to Score on Fair Tuesday
Who needs Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Indego Africa gives #FairTuesday a fashionable and affordable twist with colorful jewelry, accessories, and holiday gifts.
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3 Insider Tips to Start Thrift-Store Shopping Now
Don't be intimidated by flea markets and thrift stores. Here are three easy ways to start finding affordable vintage fashion now.
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Photos capture beauty of water frozen in time
Photographer Corrie White has a skill for making water pose for the camera in amazing ways.
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Happy Father's Day. Here's an old gift guide for you.
We didn't do a gift guide this year, but we are big on recycling.
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Will a lionfish-patterned rash guard protect you from sharks?
This company seems to think there's a chance you'll be safer in the water if you look a teensy bit like a lionfish. We remain, um, skeptical.
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10 reasons why thrift stores are awesome
It's cheap, funky, and recycled. You really can't go wrong with second-hand shopping.
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Joe Fresh creator barely acknowledges Bangladeshi factory collapse during...
Joe Mimran is more concerned with his flow of creative juices than the tragedy.
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Best of Ecoutere: Top 5 High-Tech T-Shirts
+ Your Hanes Beefy could one day protect you from a spray of bullets.
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How Vietnam Bombs Became Bracelets (Video)
Peace bomb bracelets have a story to tell: each one has been made with repurposed Vietnam War scrap metal. And Article 22 founder and designer Elizabeth Suda has a story to tell about the people of...
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Ramblers Way Creates Sustainable Luxury Casual Wear for Fall 2011
Organic wool comfort wear company Ramblers Way founded by Tom and Kate Chappell, of Tom's of Maine fame has come a long way since their first collection, comprised of natural blonde wool jersey knits
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Indian Designer Creates Computer-Generated, Zero Waste Fashion for Spring 2012
Indian fashion designer and technologist Siddhartha Upadhyaya employs an innovative zero waste design technique, called Direct Panel on Loom (DPOL), in his latest collection for his fashion label,...
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Primavera's Premier Organic Skincare Arrives in the U.S.
Packed to the brim with pure plant oils and natural and organic ingredients sourced from fair trade farms around the globe, Germany's premier skincare line Primavera arrives in the United States....
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In Maine, Brahms Mount Keeps American Textile Tradition Alive
In Hallowell, Maine, Brahms Mount is designing, weaving, and hand-finishing heirloom quality bed and bath products. One of the last-standing textile mills in the U.S., it has been operating for the...
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Fashion Collection Biomimicks Snakeskin Using Recycled Woodchips
Fashion has often been role-cast as a wasteful industry, but we've seen how up-and-coming fashion designers are increasingly using discarded materials in sustainable ways to create stunning work.
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5 Fall Jackets We Want Now
After a record-setting summer of heat across most of the United States, it's finally fall -- which means you probably need a jacket.
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Artist Maria Moyer Creates Plankton-Inspired Porcelain Jewelry for Loomstate...
Artist Maria Moyer is a sculptor, first and foremost. In her most recent body of work she creates ocean-inspired porcelain sculptures for Loomstate. Called "Blue", the
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Eco-Fashion Wins Big at Cartier Women's Initiative Award
After a second round of the Women's Initiative Award competition, Cartier names the 2011 Laureates at the Annual Global Meeting of the Women's Forum in Deauville, France.
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PACT Apparel Wants to Outfit Your Toes, Too (Photos)
Known for their organic cotton skivvies and wardrobe essentials like t-shirts and tanks, PACT Apparel has yet to cover your hoofs, that is, until now. The California-based brand wants to "create a...
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This Weekend, Timberland Earthkeepers Pops Up in New York City
TreeHugger's Roberta recently reported that Timberland is "sticking to its sustainable agenda" after its acquisition by VF Corp. To that point, the brand is keeping their Earthkeeping community
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Gen Art: Will Sustainability be the Future of Fashion?
Will sustainability be part of the fashion industry in 5 to 10 years? Do the up-and-coming fashionistas feel the green movement is even important? These were the questions running through my head as I...
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Icebreaker Gives Outdoor Apparel a Street-Smart Twist for Spring 2012
Icebreaker's Journey Cruise Dress, Spring 2012. Photo: Icebreaker Icebreakertraceable clothing, infuses their active wear collection with everyday wardrobe staples this season, making it even easier...
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Use Etsy to Find Local and Handcrafted Holiday Yoga Treats
My flame for the small-business and artisan supporting marketplace was re-kindled surfing the 263 items -- from mat bags, to hand-knit yoga socks, calming wall art and more -- made locally in Brooklyn...
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