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Thursday, April 23, 2009

Modern Tails Luxury Pet Boutique

From hemp bedding, organic pet clothing, bamboo leashes, and designer cat pods made from recycled materials, the Modern Tails Luxury Pet Boutique not only places your pet first, but also keeps the environment in mind with their selection of eco-friendly products. Pet Bedding Hemp Stripe Rectangular Bed Take advantage of the highly durable and naturally mildew-resistant fabric of hemp with 100% organic hemp bed covers that use Harry Barker dyes for the perfect, stylish pet bed. Recycled post consumer plastic bottles also help to produce hypoallergenic bed inserts. Hemp beds from Modern Tails are $135 and also come in circular selections as well. Green Cradle Pamper your pooch with this irresistible pet cradle – an elegant treat to look at. Easy to transport, twisted thread handles are decorated with an attractive ribbon. The flower pattern and pure cotton frill also add to the overall look and feel of the bedding. Composed of organic cotton, the Green Cradle ($195) caters to dogs with sensitive skin. Eco Nap & Eco Slumber (shown above) Taking a nap has never been so stylish, as the Eco Nap offers an earth-friendly option to pet bedding. Made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic soda bottles, the inner stuffing provides a comfortable nap, while upper stitching offers additional support. Each year, thanks to West Paws Eco Products, more than 25 tons of plastics do not make their way to landfills. The Eco Slumber provides a much larger version of pet bedding. For added convenience, when you're ready to wash, simply open the zipper and remove the cover. Both pillow and cover are machine washable. For the Dogs Bamboo Pooch Buckle Collar Since bamboo is naturally resistant to stinky odors and possesses antibacterial properties, it makes a suitable material that is faster drying and more absorbent than other natural fabrics. Collars are comprised of 100% organic bamboo ribbon (sewn by hand) and 100% dye-free organic bamboo webbing. Also, take care in knowing that no pesticides, insecticides, or fertilizers were used to create your bamboo dog collar. The above design shows Bamboo Pooch with the Wagging Green logo dog surrounded by a lime green bamboo forest set in a chocolate brown backdrop. Other selections to consider: Honey Dog, Making Waves, Fresh in the City, Mod Dog, Save the Pack, and Solar Powered Pooch. To make your dog's ensemble complete – don't forget the matching lead. Bamboo Pooch Engraved ID Tag Outfit your pooch with the Wagging Green logo dog around his or her neck – made from stainless steel and enamel with just enough room to fit a name and phone number on back. Bamboo Pooch Doggie T-Shirt Let's say you want to dress your best friend, but their ultra-sensitive skin reacts to many of the products on the market today. Offering a fashionably hypoallergenic alternative, the Bamboo Pooch Doggie T-shirt contains a mixture of 70% bamboo and 30% organic cotton fabric. For the Cats For felines living in the lap of luxury, the Kitty Pod and Couchette offer just the right pieces of kitty furniture to elevate their in-house status. The Kitty Pod ($329) is mostly comprised of recycled materials (like industrial-strength corrugated cardboard) and provides your cat with a comforting curved egg-shape pod that serves cats of all shapes and sizes. Soft, breathable, and durable – cats will truly enjoy their very own cozy hideaway. (Dimensions: 28" L x 20" W x 19" H) The Couchette ($329) is a double-sided pedestal that accommodates one or more cats. The cradle-like design allows you to provide a soft perch and hiding spot underneath for your feline all at the same time. (Dimensions: 30" L x 14" W x 22" H). Interested in cat furniture? These pieces are made to order, and usually ship out within 3 to 6 weeks. Photo Credits: Modern Tails

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Friday, February 27, 2009

Make Life "Simple" with Eco-Conscious Footwear

It's not uncommon for some people to turn their noses up at the mention of goods comprised of recycled materials. For many, there's just something about 'used' stuff that clouds their sensibilities. However, the creativity and perseverance of eco-friendly minds, like Simple, who make "shoes for a happy planet," has helped shape a growing market and interest for sustainable clothing and footwear. With stylish footwear for men, women, and children – it's quite easy to forget that Simple's comfy sandals, trendy sneakers, and adorable infant shoes are made from recycled carpet padding, car tires, unbleached hemp, bamboo, as well as used soda and water bottles. Feast your eyes on the following selections and you'll see what I mean. Infant's Weebit $24 Colors: Nile Green or Candy Pink (shown)
  • Wool felt
  • Organic cotton
  • Recycled plastic bottles
Kid's GT Janie - Big Kid's $45 Colors: Nile Green (shown) or Candy Pink
  • Vegan friendly
  • Organic cotton uppers
  • Jute – midsoles
  • Recycled car tires – outsoles
  • Coconut buttons
Women's Teetoe – Silk $65 Other Style: Organic Cotton
  • Cork
  • Water-based glue
  • Recycled car tires - outsoles
  • Silk
Women's Satire - Hemp $55 Colors: Black, Cub, or Natural
  • Recycled soda bottles for shoe laces
  • Recycled car tires - outsoles
  • Organic cotton lining and uppers
  • Hemp
Men's CARload-Hemp $65 Other Styles: Certified Suede
  • Hemp uppers
  • Vegan friendly
  • Certified organic cotton knit linings
  • Recycled car tires for outsoles
About Simple Simple has been around since 1991 and the company has since been successful in learning how to mold natural and recycled materials into strikingly useful, eco-friendly creations. In 2006, Simple embraced post-consumer recycled boxes and biodegradable bags for shipping off their products to happy customers. By introducing recycled materials and securing access to certified pesticide-free organic cotton in 2007, the company further expanded their planet-first approach. Sustainable sneakers soon followed, which ultimately led to the first-ever Footwear Plus Green Award in 2007. Photo Credit: Simple

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