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Eco-Friendly DIY: Recycled iPad Sleeve

Alex Vietti, May 11th, 2012

Need a last minute personalized gift idea? This tutorial will leave you with a beautiful and functional iPad sleeve that definitely has a ‘made with love’ feel without having to spend a dime. (Unless, that is, you are supplying the iPad!)

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Tagged DIY, giftbags, iPad, paper, paperbags

Published in Electronics


See 1 Million Tons of Trash Art

Megan Dobransky, June 28th, 2011

In 2007, artist Paho Mann spent a week at the Phoenix North Transfer Station, where most of the 1 million tons of solid waste that Phoenix produces annually is taken to be sorted. He photographed recyclables as part of the Phoenix Recycling Project, commissioned by the City of Phoenix through the Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture’s Public Art Program. Twenty ... read more

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Tagged gallery, giftbags, newspaper, number1plasticPETE, number2plasticHDPE, number3plastic, number4plasticLDPE, number5plasticPolypropylene, number6plasticpolystyrene, number7plastic, recycle, recycling

Published in Plastic


Etsy Item of the Week: Vintage Gift Tags

Amanda Wills, June 24th, 2011

Once a week we find the quirkiest ideas from the crafter treasure trove that is Etsy. Perfect for wedding season, these upcycled gift tags are made from vintage album covers. And at just $3 for a set of 12 large tags, it's a way to add some flair to any gift even if you're on a budget. From Etsy user curiouslypink. read more

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Tagged etsy, giftbags, giftboxes, recycled

Published in Paper


Recycle Holiday Cards, Wrapping, Decor

Starre Vartan, December 20th, 2010

We all love to recycle as much as we can. In my house, I like to make it a game to see how little garbage I can throw out each week. But there are always those things that are tough to figure out what to do with, and the holidays produce plenty of them. Around Christmas and New Year’s, I ... read more

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Tagged book, giftbags, giftboxes, glassornaments, greetingcard, holidayevents, mail, packaging, recycle, reuse, wrappingpaper

Published in Household


Green Holiday Basics

Trey Granger, November 25th, 2009

It's time to sort through the family casserole recipes, get out the decorations from your attic and start stockpiling your gift wrap. With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, we often overlook our everyday green habits. But even the deepest snow can't cover your environmental footprint. While  you're waiting in line doing your holiday shopping or preparing a ... read more

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Tagged basics, cellphone, christmastrees, giftbags, greetingcard, holidayevents, ideas, mp3player, mulch, noteworthy, organicwaste, pvc, television, wrappingpaper

Published in Household


A New Wrinkle in Holiday Gift Wrap

Libuse Binder, December 22nd, 2008

One of the best and worst parts of holiday shopping occurs at about the same time. Right about when you think you are done (depending on how you choose to shop, this may happen at your desk, in the checkout line or even at the gym as you go over final lists in your head), you realize that you still ... read more

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Tagged basics, clothingandtextile, giftbags, giftboxes, greenstyle, ideas, newspaper, noteworthy, wrappingpaper

Published in Paper


Green Décor Galore

Libuse Binder, December 1st, 2008

The holidays are upon us, and a great way to get into the spirit is to decorate your home and office with the look of the season. There are many fun ways to festoon your home without depleting too many resources. Be eco-festive in style with these décor tips: Reuse or Lose... Money and time, that is. Before heading off to your ... read more

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Tagged basics, christmastrees, Crafts, DIY, giftbags, glassornaments, greetingcard, holidaylights, ideas, mixedpaper, noteworthy, recycle, toys, wrappingpaper

Published in Household


8 Ways to Green Your Holidays

Earth911, November 17th, 2008

This story is part of Earth911’s “Green Eight” series, where we showcase eight ways to green your life in various areas. 'Tis the season to give, celebrate and renew. It only takes a small commitment to protect the environment. Here are eight simple ways you can make a difference this holiday season: 1. Rethink the Gift Wrap It's time to think outside ... read more

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Tagged basics, cardboard, energy, giftbags, giftboxes, glassornaments, greetingcard, holidaylights, ideas, magazines, newspaper, noteworthy, paperboard, recycle, reduce, reuse, tin, trees, wrappingpaper

Published in Paper


‘Green Your Holidays’ With Earth911 and the USPS

Earth911, November 17th, 2008

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.—Earth911.com and the U.S. Postal Service have partnered to share an important message: Don’t take a holiday from recycling. Waste output can increase as much as 25 percent during the holidays. Earth911.com and the USPS are presenting the “Green Your Holidays” channel, with simple, practical tips to make sure you don’t contribute to that statistic. The Green Your Holidays channel ... read more

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Tagged basics, christmastrees, giftbags, giftboxes, greetingcard, holidaylights, ideas, noteworthy, packaging, paperboard

Published in General


Bag It Up

Jennifer Berry, November 12th, 2008

Fact Paper gift bags with handles were introduced commercially in 1987, and according to Hallmark research and sales history, they have been the top-selling way consumers wrap gifts since 2002. Ninety eight percent of consumers say they wrap gifts during the holidays. Get Started Reuse your gift bags as much as you can. Buy generic patterns and colors that can work for ... read more

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Tagged basics, giftbags, ideas, noteworthy, recycle, reuse, tip

Published in General


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