GREEN Fab Finds Summer 2010
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Sprout Watches
Sprout watches are approximately 86% biodegradable by weight and constructed from earth-friendly, sustainable materials: corn resin (case and buckle), bamboo (dial), mineral crystal (lens), organic cotton (strap). Each contains a mercury-free battery. The packaging (created from at least 80% post-consumer materials) contains a grass card that can be watered to create a mini grass garden.
888.540.2770
SproutWatches.com
Wild Pulp
Artist Christopher Smith celebrates wildlife with his North American Mammals in Bark line. Representations of grizzly bear, harp seal, river otter and many more, available. Single greeting cards and note sets printed on FSC certified, carbon neutral, 100% recycled paper that is processed chlorine free. Each card acquired as a “single” comes in a 100% recycled paper envelope and biodegradable cello bag.
216.225.7213
WildPulp.com
Healthy Aging Organics
Animali Belli pet line is made from eco-friendly organic cotton canvas. Carriers, leashes and collars available. Carriers are coated with light application of non-toxic polyurethane stain.
800.599.4256
HealthyAgingOrganics.com
Clementine Art
Non-toxic art materials are made from natural ingredients. For example, crayons and crayon rocks are made from soy wax colored with natural pigments. All-natural crayons, modeling dough, paint, markers and glue available.
303.447.0473
ClementineArt.com
Ann-Made LLC
Jewelry is handcrafted from recycled soda can tabs. Each tab is hand-selected, washed and polished to a high luster and woven into jewelry using either silver or gold elastic. A variety of beads and gemstones are woven directly into the bracelets to hold them in place.
800.240.8323
AnnMadeArt.com
WholesaleCrafts.com Infusion Organique
Petit eau de parfums are infused with organic oils, extracts and botanicals. Organic alcohol used is made from organic sugarcane. Available in a variety of scents.
866.944.6417
InfusionOrganique.net
Loveramics
Eco mug is manufactured in energy-saving kilns powered by natural gas. The clay formulation includes 3% recycled porcelain. The manufacturing site has established its own water recycling plant to reduce its carbon footprint. Residual heat from the kiln is directed to the drying line. The Eco mug comes with a small tag printed on recycled paper featuring product information.
909.595.7700
Lynns.com
Loveramics.com