Etsy Finds: Upcycled for Spring

Posted on April 5, 2009 by Becky Striepe .

If the tulips popping up in my garden are any indication, spring has officially sprung. You can even catch some spring fever over at Etsy! Check out these sweet, upcycled finds.

Clockwise from the top left: 
I’m pretty much in love with this Circus of Smiles - Vintage Enamel Flower Assemblage Necklace from Bionic Unicorn. [...]

Rebagz: Recycled Rice Sack Wallets

Posted on June 22, 2008 by Doug Gunzelmann .

These Rebagz are made from recycled nylon rice sacks. The colors and designs are beautiful and the nylon exterior makes this wallet durable.
"As part of their marketing efforts rice merchants in Asia design their rice sacks to capture attention in the competitive rice market. Women working for a fair trade certified NGO (non-government organization) [...]

Eco-friendly Version 3 Wallets by DB Clay

Posted on April 24, 2008 by Doug Gunzelmann .

Upgrade: $38+

DB Clay based out of Portland has its own version of green material. Their trademarked “Tope” is touted as an eco friendly textile similar to vinyl yet contains no PVC and is biodegradable (yet practically bullet proof for its intended use). All their raw materials are non-toxic and the originality of their products [...]