Feelgoodhandbags is delighted to premiere Eco-luxury handbags and accessories from the REVEAL NEW ECO-DESIGNER COLLECTION 

http://www.feelgoodhandbags.co.uk/component/virtuemart/?page=shop.browse&category_id=59

We have a collection of Reveal’s eco-luxury bags.

Reveal create naturally beautiful handbags and accessories which are made with the most innovative recycled and sustainable materials available. Reveal are a socially responsible company designing beautiful products with the environment and animal welfare in mind. Their quote: “Finally, you don’t have to choose between fashion and a better planet – being socially responsible, like fashion, is fun and attainable”.

Discover recycled fashion at its best. This 100% recycled polyester tote is made from melted down plastic bottles which are spun into yarn. This versatile and roomy everyday tote is made for the active woman on-the-go. Stylish quilted design makes it perfect to wear on a lunch date with a friend, day out shopping or a trip to the gym. These fashionable yet Eco-friendly totes from Reveal are sassy and chic. These Eco-friendly totes are sure to give you that extra bit of oomph you always wanted. With environmental consciousness being the order of the day, what could be better than these elegant Eco-friendly totes.

Other recycled bags such as English Retreads and Doy Bags

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Feel Good Handbags is an active member of Ethical Junction, learn more

Why use Recycled paper?

What is FSC?

OK,

It offers a certification and accreditation to ensure that wood and paper derives from a sustainable source so that consumers can be confident they are not contributing to deforestation. Please see http://www.fsc-uk.org/

The main thing to know about FSC is that in regards to the paper industry they also offer accreditation to recycled papers – you can get FSC 100% recycled paper for example.

I think what you really want to know is why go for recycled when you can go for an FSC certified product that is made from virgin fibre – so the real question is why use recycled stock?

Well…

Most print companies use FSC and claim to be ‘green’ as a result

Using recycled stock

Evidence…

Please find a conclusion from an ethical print information site :

‘WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Programme) has commissioned the most exhaustive life cycle analysis ever undertaken, to inform this debate.

Energy: The report identified an average of 50% less energy consumption when recycling instead of incinerating paper and cardboard over the entire life-cycle. In other words, on average, virgin fibre production followed by incineration with energy recovery, consumed twice as much energy as recycling.

Carbon: As one of the most commonly raised impact categories, and of increasing importance, the report identified a clear carbon saving for recycled paper versus virgin paper.’

So… less carbon is used and less energy meaning that using a recycled paper (FSC or not) is more environmentally friendly than just an FSC virgin paper.

Our Papers

We use the following papers:

100% recycled paper

100% recycled card

80% recycled gloss

75% recycled satin

100% recycled silk

For full colour litho printing we use vegetable based inks which reduces the use of harmful chemicals and does not use a finite resource such as petroleum based oil inks.

Our digital printer uses inks derived from organic based as opposed to chemical based polymers

At Eco Print we are proud to be offering a truly ‘green’ alternative for all your printing needs.

For more information contact 01722 340350

printing@ecoprintuk.com

http://www.ecoprintuk.com

Eco Print is an active member of Ethical Junction, learn more

The 100% recycled card calendar has been ingeniously designed so that at the end of each month the user simply tears off the page and folds the pre-creased sheet into a branded CD/DVD card wallet, ideal for storing data or packaging a branded CD!

No part of the WowCalendar need end up in landfill as the small amount of left over card is easily recycled and the discrete metal screw that holds the calendar together can be re-used time and time again.  With a minimum order of just 10 units, the WowCalendar is ideal even for companies who are looking to send out a promotional desk item to a select few clients.  The benefits are enormous as the company’s brand will be sat in front of their clients for 12 months along with a powerful reminder of the brand’s environmental ethic.

The WowCalendar has been launched in perfect time for the pre-Christmas rush for brandable gifts and the Bradford based company is confident that their utterly unique concept will generate a huge buzz in the market.

wewow Ltd is an active member of Ethical Junction, learn more

If you’re curious about coffins or fascinated by funerals – then a national exhibition being held this weekend should suit you down to the ground.

With personalised funerals now increasingly fashionable, the National Coffin Exhibition ‘Handled With Care’ will showcase the vast array of options now available – from eco-friendly hand crafted coffins through traditional hardwoods and brightly coloured ‘picture’ coffins.

The exhibition – on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 July 2010 – is being organised by the British Institute of Funeral Directors (BIFD) and will be held at Chiltern Woodland Burial Park near Beaconsfield, Bucks – the UK’s largest mature woodland cemetery.   

“Traditionally, funerals really are a taboo subject and we want to break down the barriers that prevent people from making practical plans, while they’re still very much alive and well,” explained organiser Colin Liddell, of the BIFD. 

“After all, your funeral is your final public appearance, so why not make a lasting impression by having the send off you’d really like, rather than leaving it down to others to make all the decisions?” he added.

Woodland Burial Park Manager Fran Hall said that personalised funerals and non-traditional coffins were growing in popularity:

“We don’t live identikit lives so why should we have identikit funerals?  Families find great comfort in being able to personalise funerals and this event is all about making people more aware of the choices that are available.”

As well as being able to meet coffin designers and producers, visitors will also be ‘ask a funeral director’, view funeral memorabilia and take carriage rides through the 72-acre woodland.

Coffins on display will include those made from recycled newspaper, hand-woven willow, wool, hardwood, bamboo, traditional timber and over-printed board – including a topical soccer themed model for football fans – perfect for World Cup Final Day. 

“Increasingly people want funerals to be a celebration of life and the choice of coffin is often the starting point for a very individual and meaningful funeral service.  This will be the biggest collection of coffins on show to the public in the country,” added Colin Liddell.

Handled With Care 2010 follows on from the success of an event held in Newcastle in 2003, which attracted over 1300 people.  The event is open both days from 10am to 4pm and entry is free. For directions to Chiltern Woodland Burial Park, visit the website www.woodlandburialparks.co.uk

Anita Roddick, Keith Floyd, Lynn Redgrave and Wendy Richards are among high profile personalities to have chosen alternative coffins.

Woodland Burial Parks Ltd is an active member of Ethical Junction, learn more

A gorgeous necklace, handmade in the UK from reclaimed copper and recycled aluminium, hung on a 16-18″ silver snake chain.

The Green Apple is an active member of Ethical Junction, learn more

A great alternative to natural slate, these house numbers are made in the UK from recycled vending machine cups.

Tough, weather resistant and UV protected. Each house number will save around 250 coffee cups from landfill.

Traditional Times Roman font, size 70mm.

Plaque size approx 100mm x 150mm (4″ x 6″)

Numbers 1 – 999 are available, please choose the relevant price band below and make a note in the comments box at checkout of what number you require. The plaques are made to order and should be with you within 7-10 days.

From £24.50

The Green Apple is an active member of Ethical Junction, learn more

Livia Firth, film director, wife of actor Colin Firth and huge fan of all things ethical, organic and recycled, speaks of her delight of finding that Animal Tails beautiful and ethical Kids T-shirts are in the Oscar goody bags.

Visit Vogue’s website where Livia writes her ethical and green fashion blog to read more, and see pictures of Livia’s beautiful Oscar gown made entirely from recycled fabrics.

Animal Tails is an active member of Ethical Junction, learn more

At this time of excess and over-consumption, 1 Less Car are reminding everyone wanting to buy a bike for Xmas that there are plenty of good quality recycled bikes repaired by qualified mechanics, and sold at a reasonable price by not-for –profit social enterprises-Bike recycling projects are growing nationally, and 1 Less Car say that not enough people know about  them.

To find your nearest Bike Recycling Project you can go to 1 Less Car’s unique Bike Recycling Projects Web Page which has a map, and up to date details of all known bike recycling projects in the UK. It can be found at:   www.1lesscar.org.uk\Bikerecycling.htm

Easy to use, the page includes a map showing projects nationwide and up to date links and information to every project. It is hoped that this will make it much quicker to find a bike recycling project near you.  It will be updated regularly, as many such projects come and go quickly.

John McArthur, from 1 Less Car, comments:

“With hundreds of thousands of bikes going to waste every year, we really need to coordinate so that people can get a good quality reconditioned, recycled bike from a project near them. Most of the Projects are not-for–profit and/or social enterprise schemes providing training –often with uncertain funding- so it’s important they are supported. Also, many new bikes you buy are ridiculously cheap, but the price we all pay is that many of them are put together by workers with very few rights. At least if you buy one form a Bike Recycling project, you’re supporting something where workers at least get relatively decent wages and conditions.”

 What they’re saying about the Web Page.

Just two quotes from the many positive messages about the Page…

London Cycling Campaign:

“This is a great resource- London Cycling Campaign receive lots of calls from people wanting to donate old or disused bikes to a worthy cause so now we can point them to an up-to-date directory.  And we can let people know where to access quality, affordable refurbished bikes, which means even more people will be cycling. Fantastic!”

Rosie Tharp

Community Cycling Officer, London Cycling Campaign 

Oxford Cycle workshop: 

“It’s been really exciting to see 1lesscar grow to become the focal point of information for people looking for projects working to recycle bikes. This database couldn’t be more timely, with the growing demand for ethically sourced products that promote sustainable living whilst being friendly on your pocket.

Here in Oxford we recycle over one thousand bicycles destined for landfill every year and I hope the interest this database creates will not only generate interest in the bicycles these projects sell but also more support from the communities they are often at the heart of. Recycling bicycles is a very labour intensive task and the projects that are out there work hard to make a difference within their communities, often working with disengaged groups  that lack alternative curriculum activities to act as a vehicle for teaching life  skills and offering individuals genuine vocational prospects. I warmly welcome every initiative that will bring the work these organisations do to a broader audience.”

Dan Harris

Founding Co-op Member of Oxford Cycle Workshop

Appeal for more information.

Having had many enquiries about bike recycling, 1 Less Car became aware of the need for an up-to-date accessible site.  They are certain, from the feedback they have had, that there are many more that are not publicised nationally. 

So as well as using the Site, they are asking that if you know of any other projects that are not included, to let them know at info@1lesscar.org.uk. 1 Less Car are certain, from the feedback they have had, that there are many more that are not publicised nationally. 

If anyone can come up with a Project, they will receive a complementary 1Less car High Visibility jacket. 

1 Less Car is an active member of Ethical Junction, learn more

Yew Clothing is proud to announce the launch of its new range of active wear made from 100% recycled materials. Visit http://www.yewclothing.com/ to discover the first complete collection of high performance sports gear that’s kind to the environment.

Whether you’re a gym bunny, a city cyclist, a weekend walker or a long distance runner, follow your instinct for adventure with a little help from Yew – providing stylish, all purpose clothing for your active lifestyle.

Designed by athletes who wanted a little more from the sports clothing they wear, Yew’s selection of jackets and Everywear performance tops feature everything you would normally expect from your workout gear, but are made with 100% recycled polyester from consumer waste. This means that the fabric used to create them is produced from re-processed plastics like drinks bottles or food containers, helping to reduce waste and using much less energy to produce than brand new fibres.

The result… A collection of high quality, durable garments that are built to last, fit well, and will keep you comfortable and dry whatever challenge you are facing.

Discover the Yew Clothing Range:

ACTIVE

Yew Everywear Performance Tops for Men & Women

All purpose tops for every active adventure. Suitable for everything from a gym workout, to running, hiking, yoga, and skiing, this is one essential product for all your sporting needs. Made from 100% recycled polyester, bright colours and contrasting colour side panels add visual interest to these performance tops. The lightweight, wicking fabric features flat-lock stitching for comfort, a seamless shoulder to prevent chafing and will keep you cool when it gets hot. A reflective print on the front and back of the neck will make sure you’re visible in the dark.

Available in a range of styles and colour ways priced £25.00 (short sleeve) or £27.50 (long sleeve).

Yew Local Warming Jackets for Men & Women

Cosy, fleece-lined jacket that will help keep you warm when the temperature drops. Perfect for throwing on after the gym, jogging on winter mornings, hiking, a bike ride, or simply running to the shops to get some more milk. Made with 100% recycled polyester, the jacket features hidden pockets, a seamless shoulder to aid comfort and a fold over zip to protect the neck. The warm, breathable material will keep you snug and dry, and the slimming, fitted shape makes this a stylish alternative to your old fleece. Available in Carbon Grey and Skyrise Blue priced £55.00.

CASUAL

Yew Organic Cotton T-Shirts for Men & Women

T-shirts made from 100% organic cotton. Super soft and super comfy, these fitted tees feature a Yew graphic print across the chest and are a classic style solution for any occasion.

All Yew Clothing products are available at http://www.yewclothing.com/. All Yew recycled polyester comes from Taiwan where recycling is more prevalent. The material is manufactured into Yew active wear at a modern factory in Istanbul with good facilities for staff. 

Gecco Interiors, a new online environmentally friendly interiors company has launched with a full collection of products for the home. In addition to being beautifully designed in mind, each of the products sold by Gecco also helps preserve the planet.

Founders Angie and James Kraft pride themselves on sourcing products
that are genuinely stylish but also environmentally friendly.
Passionate about green issues and sustainability in design, they have
sourced a range of home interiors products that all have green
credentials.

Each item sold online has been created by
entrepreneurs who have had the courage and vision to look at their
industry and to try to do things differently. This may come in the form
of taking timbers from derelict factories in India and turning them
into beautiful pieces of furniture, a four year long research project
into the use of stinging nettles in upholstery fabric, or it may even
be the massive financial investment in a purpose built factory in
Stoke-on-Trent, where broken ceramic pottery is crushed and turned into
new ceramic bathroom tiles.The team at Gecco Interiors sources only the
best products designed to appeal to stylish eco-conscious consumers.

The site is easily navigated and broken down into seven sections:

1. Furniture – beautifully handcrafted and made from reclaimed timber
2. Curtains and blinds – made to order and hand finished with exclusive soft organic bamboo lining
3. Floor coverings – made from recycled materials
4. Fabric – using leading edge, organic and sustainable textiles
5. Lighting – elegant collection of the most up-to-date energy efficient lighting
6. Wall coverings – FSC certified wallpapers with natural dyes and non-toxic paints
7. Accessories – perfect for adding the finishing touches to an eco-friendly design scheme

www.geccointeriors.co.uk