Check out this cool clutch handbag, crafted by Redesigns by Durkin from vintage ties.
Of course I love it because it’s made from recycled materials, but I also really love the way the colors pop on this particular bag. Plus, I love the fact that while all of the materials are recycled, Redesigns by Durkin […]

Eco-Friendly Accessories, Bags & Purses, Recycled Goods | 3 Comments »

Still on the lookout for a great eco-friendly gift idea? You might want to take a look at FaeriesDance.com, a website that carries a wide variety of clothing and lingerie made from sustainable and organic fabrics as well as recycled, fair trade and environmentally sensitive jewelry.
They’ve put together some pages of gift ideas from […]

Sustainable Fashion, Eco-Friendly Accessories, Holiday Shopping | 1 Comment »

Fellow New Orleanian Lillian Lovich wrote to me the other day to let me know about a fabulous new resource she’s created called Go Green NOLA. This site is a green how-to guide full of resources for the New Orleans community. It’s got info on recycling, sustainable building, eating & shopping locally, and […]

New Orleans, Accessories, Eco-Friendly Accessories | 1 Comment »

Who knew circuitry could be so stylish? Apparently Debby Arem knows because she’s the clever designer behind these cool cufflinks, created from recycled circuit boards.
Doing some early holiday shopping for your favorite geek? I think any of her circuit board cufflinks or tie tacks would make great gifts for geeky guys, and if […]

Jewelry, Eco-Friendly Accessories, Recycled Goods | 3 Comments »

I know that Maptotes have been featured on a lot of blogs (just check out their press page for a list of notable mentions), so maybe you’ve already seen them mentioned somewhere else, but I just think they’re so fun that I couldn’t resist making a post about them.
Maptotes are simple cotton canvas tote bags […]

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For my birthday I splurged and bought myself the Enivrosax Amazonia Bags from Bright and Bold . It took awhile before I got to use them, as I tended to forget to bring them, but once I did– they’re wonderful!
A friend and I managed to fit our cumulative groceries in to the five bags […]

Bath & Body, Eco-Friendly Accessories | 4 Comments »

I recently discovered the online boutique Bright and Bold. They carry just what the name says…a huge assortment of bright, bold, colorful & clever stuff. They’ve got everything from candles shaped like fortune cookies to super fun gear for your kitchen to custom high heel shoe chairs. There’s truly something for everyone!
The […]

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I love the bright, bold colors and simple design of these vinyl pouches by Miss Alison.
I found these at her Etsy shop, but there are even more styles available through her website, including vegan-friendly bags, wallets, checkbook covers and even belts.
I can’t wait to get a peek in person this weekend, as Miss Alison and […]

Etsy Finds, Accessories, Eco-Friendly Accessories, Bags & Purses | 2 Comments »

Last night I discovered the new Etsy shop of New Orleanian Kerry Fitts via a great blog called DIY Thing. I was already familiar with Kerry’s other shop, rustchic, in which she sells mostly recycled and salvaged bags and other textile pieces.
Her new shop Bayou Salvage is full of gorgeous cuffs and bracelets made […]

New Orleans, Etsy Finds, Accessories, Eco-Friendly Accessories, Bags & Purses, Recycled Goods | 2 Comments »

The eco-inspired design of Tammy Roy is simply lovely. Working primarily in reclaimed metals and wood (with many components salvaged straight from the dumpster), Tammy creates clean, modern accessories for your home.
I really love this suspended vase wall art piece, crafted from recycled metal washers and discs and featuring a reclaimed wine bottle vase […]

Home & Decor, Artists, Eco-Friendly Accessories, Recycled Goods | 4 Comments »