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The Ideal Indoor Plants

The Ideal Indoor Plants

By emily on March 30, 2011

This is a great article from agreenliving.net about the best indoor plants.  I stumbled upon it at the perfect time because we just moved into a new studio and as the final touches are coming together, I’m realizing we need some green life in there!  Plants add such a warm feeling to a room.  Plus, [...]

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eThreads rePurpose: Small Tote “Legend” T-Shirt Bag

eThreads rePurpose: Small Tote “Legend” T-Shirt Bag

By emily on July 3, 2010

This Small Tote is made from a recycled t-shirt! It has a gorgeous texture with woven threads and “Legend” stitched on the front. It’s unique and eco-friendly because we’re recycling materials – everybody wins! This Small Tote has navy blue cotton lining, padded handles, interior zipper pocket, interior key ring loop and magnetic closure. It [...]

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eThreads rePurpose: Large Pouch Hard Rock Cafe Butterfly T-Shirt Bag

eThreads rePurpose: Large Pouch Hard Rock Cafe Butterfly T-Shirt Bag

By emily on July 3, 2010

This bag is made from a recycled Hard Rock Cafe t-shirt! It features a painted butterfly on one side and guitar-shaped etchings on the back. It’s unique and eco-friendly because we’re recycling materials – everyone wins! This Large Pouch measures 6″Hx10″W and is lined in a kelly green nylon for durability. The Large Pouch is [...]

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eThreads rePurpose: Large Pouch Napoleon Dynamite T-Shirt Bag

eThreads rePurpose: Large Pouch Napoleon Dynamite T-Shirt Bag

By emily on July 3, 2010

This Large Pouch is made from a recycled t-shirt! The shirt was a green adult Napoleon Dynamite t-shirt with the phrase “Don’t be jealous that I’ve been chatting on-line with babes all day!” We cut up the t-shirt so the full phrase is on the front and the back is plain. This bag is perfect [...]

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Testimonial: Karen G.

Testimonial: Karen G.

By emily on June 30, 2010

“Jay and I received your amazing amazing amazing t-shirt bag! Wow!!! WE LOVE IT! The idea is genius.” Karen G., Sunnyside NY Do you have an old t-shirt, jacket, etc…that you love but no longer wear? Repurpose it! Send us your old t-shirt, jackets, baby blankets — whatever! — and we’ll lovingly repurpose them into [...]

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eThreads ecoTip #4: Send E-Cards

eThreads ecoTip #4: Send E-Cards

By emily on June 30, 2010

Is your best friend’s birthday coming up or your parent’s anniversary just around the corner? Instead of sending them a paper card — which uses paper and ink — think about sending e-cards! E-cards are more environmentally friendly because they use less paper and no ink. In fact, FriendsoftheEarth.com estimates it takes 200,000 trees to [...]

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Custom eThreads rePurpose Bags: Marcie D.’s Holiday Gifts

Custom eThreads rePurpose Bags: Marcie D.’s Holiday Gifts

By emily on June 30, 2010

We recently launched eThreads rePurpose, a new service in which we turn t-shirts, jackets, blankets, etc. into bags! For more information or to see examples of our rePurpose bags, click here. You can also purchase ready-to-wear t-shirt bags on our Blog Shop. In addition to using salvaged t-shirts, we welcome custom-made orders so that you [...]

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eThreads ecoTip #2: Watch Your Windows

eThreads ecoTip #2: Watch Your Windows

By Ashley on March 28, 2010

Spring has arrived, but there is still a chill in the air.  If you’re feeling the frost, take a look at your windows.  One-third of your home’s heat loss usually occurs through windows and doors, according to SimpleSteps.org, a website for better health and sustainable living.  Luckily, there are a few easy fixes to reduce [...]

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eThreads rePurpose: Medium Pouch Coca-Cola T-Shirt Bag

eThreads rePurpose: Medium Pouch Coca-Cola T-Shirt Bag

By emily on January 14, 2010

This Medium Pouch is made from a recycled blue Coca-Cola t-shirt! The bag says Coca on the front and Cola on the back. It has a red nylon lining and red zipper. The Medium Pouch measures 5.5″ x 9.5″ and is lined in nylon for durability. It’s a perfect size for jewelry, makeup, or everyday [...]

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eThreads rePurpose: Small Pouch Hip.Hot.Here. T-Shirt Bag

eThreads rePurpose: Small Pouch Hip.Hot.Here. T-Shirt Bag

By emily on January 14, 2010

This Small Pouch is made from a recycled t-shirt! The shirt was a brown adult t-shirt that says, “Hip.Hot.Here” on the front. It has a green nylon lining and dark brown zipper. It’s unique and eco-friendly because we’re recycling materials — everybody wins! The Small Pouch measures 4.75″ x 7.75″ and is lined in nylon [...]

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