Our pick of this season's eco must haves!
Magazine canisters + bowls: Made in Vietnam from recycled magazines, it's amazing to see the detail in these beautiful cannisters, bowls, coasters and vases. From Style Plantation.
Silk Durry - Hand-woven in recycled silk and cotton. Multi-coloured, washable and reverse-able, made in India, 100cm x 160cm.
Much of India’s rich reserve of artefacts, craft skills and traditional knowledge, is under threat so the suppliers of this rug are careful to preserve records of its crafts people, their way of life, their craft techniques and their products. Available from Oxfam.
Much of India’s rich reserve of artefacts, craft skills and traditional knowledge, is under threat so the suppliers of this rug are careful to preserve records of its crafts people, their way of life, their craft techniques and their products. Available from Oxfam.
Sleepmaker Forrest mattress: Australia’s first carbon neutral certified mattress!! The mattress cover is made from recycled plastic bottles. The foam itself is made from a soy blend material that replaces the petroleum which is used in regular foams. The steel springs and timber come from recycled sources and renewable plantations. Available from www.sleepys.com.au
Ecover Laundry powder: is an effective and ecological washing products made from plant-based and mineral ingredients. Ecover's aim is to provide effective, sustainable washing and cleaning solutions that can be used daily by people all around the world. This product is suitable for all white and colourfast items and ideal for baby clothes. Environmental benefits: quick and complete biodegradability, no optical brighteners, minimum impact on aquatic life and no animal testing . Available from Life Organic, Newtown NSW
DID YOU KNOW?
Beacon Lighting now offer an energy lighting audit to help you reduce your carbon footprint and save money. For a fee of $50.00 that is refundable on your first purchase, an accredited lighting consultant will visit your home and design a total energy saving plan. For more information visit www.beaconlighting.com.au