recycled

Re-gifting takes on new identity

Scrap fabrics from producing modular office panels that make up cubicle walls go to make gift bags. The leftover leather from an office furniture maker is reused for small toy bears, tote bags and pouches.... more »

Meet Gracie

The 18 Union Park Street gift store Aunt Sadie's is welcoming a new addition this summer: a new "store within a store" called Gracie Finn. The new store - Aunt Sadie's co-owner Gary Briggs said... more »

Macy’s will begin using recycled paper bags, offer totes

New York - Department-store operator Macy's Inc. said Thursday it will begin using partly recycled paper shopping bags at its Macy's stores and biodegradable packaging for its online shipments.The changes start this month.The new store... more »

Enviro-bag takes Fylde by storm

An environmentally friendly solution to carrying shopping is taking a Fylde town by storm.Shoppers at Willow gift shop and tea room on Breck Road in Poulton are going wild for the store's special newspaper bags... more »

Barnstorm announces License Agreement with Carol Eldridge

Marietta, Ga. - As part of its 2008 mid-year product offering, Barnstorm will release two new home and garden collections designed by artist Carol Eldridge. Known for her bright, exuberant designs, Eldridge's art is a... more »

Mishawaka store is dream come true

Stefanie Buysse made a vow on her 25th birthday. She told herself she would open a retail store in the next 10 years.The native Mishawakan has accomplished that goal -- just in the nick of... more »

Can green retailers get into the black?

Minneapolis — When Christine Hanwick of Minneapolis went shopping for a gift for her mother recently, Hanwick knew her options were limited. That is because Hanwick was looking for something most retailers cannot sell her.Something... more »

Living The Greasy Good Life

Mosier, Ore. - Resource Revival has received attention before (design awards, recycling awards) but special honors from a beer company?Resource Revival's Graham Bergh and business partner, Jim Hassert, are currently featured in a national advertising... more »