TREND: Earthy gear for the modern day greenie, just launched!

Fresh on the net  this week Tree Hugga offers earthy souls a funky eco-friendly online shopping spot and an active social hub to share, learn and purchase natural alternatives to mass produced products.

Tree Hugga’s philosophy is to ensure they provide ethically minded people with a diverse range of organic, sustainable, recycled and/or fair trade products from Australia and around the world.  If a product is not one or all of those things, you won’t find it on the shelves of the Tree Hugga e-store.

With the ever growing trend for modern day men, women and children to do their part to look after the world and their bodies without forgoing the gorgeous luxury items that we have become accustomed too, it’s clear that quality boutique stores such as Tree Hugga will have an ever increasing following.

 

Organics alone has been reported to now be one of Australia's top five growth industries and is becoming main stream.  (Biennial Independent Australian Organic Market Report 2012), so goods which are recycled, sustainable and fair trade are bound to be soon following a similar trend in popularity.

Tree Hugga's product ranges fall under several categories which have been developed to ensure there is something available for everyone:

• Eat & Cook
• Live & Play
• Wear & Explore
• Beautify & Nurture

Organic coffee, tea and chocolate... recycled and hip shoes for children... organic t-shirts and beauty products... fair trade toys and gifts... bamboo I-phone cases and sunglasses... jewellery and much more...

Tree Hugga aims to inspire, motivate and empower shopping enthusiasts to make responsible choices which will have a positive impact on their own wellbeing and the wellbeing of the earth.

The company aims to be a company with an international outlook, dedicated to supplying high quality products inspired by nature which are only organic, recycled, sustainable or fair trade products whist supporting local and international environmental and charitable groups along the way.

Created and developed by Peter and Kylie Davies whom both have a passion for beautiful earth friendly items, Tree Hugga operates from the relaxed coastal beach town of Copacabana, NSW Australia.

e-shop now open: www.treehugga.com.au


                                                                              

JUST RELEASED: Sustainable Bamboo Sunglasses, 2 Hot New Styles

Just loving Pandas two new styles... they will be coming soon to Tree Hugga.  We have a great section on our website where you can pop in your pre-orders!  Check out the Jackson and Victoria below!

Victoria Bamboo Sunglasses in Brown

Jackson Bamboo Sunglasses in Black

Bamboo Sunglasses case - free with all purchases!

Israeli Man Creates Bike from Recycled Cardboard!

Israel-based Izhar Gafni has invented a working bicycle which is constructed almost entirely from recycled cardboard...  we think this is pretty exciting and pretty damn clever!

The cardboard bike is being touted as an ideal solution for city-dwellers who require an inexpensive and environmentally-friendly way to commute, in addition to a potential mode of transportation for people living in emerging countries.

Gafni, a mechanical engineer and a cycling enthusiast, was inspired to make the cardboard bicycle after overhearing a conversation about somebody who had made a canoe constructed from cardboard. Thus began a project of three years, during which the inventor busied himself in his workshop, producing several prototypes, before settling upon a design which is cheap to make, robust, and suitable for daily use.

The cardboard bike is constructed in stages. First, the cardboard is cut into the desired shapes to be used as parts, then they are folded and pressed several times, the strength of the structure increasing markedly as a result. The cardboard is then made even stronger by being treated with a secret coating of the inventor’s own design, before finally being painted and assembled.

Weighing around nine kilograms the cardboard bike is on the light side for an adult-sized bike, which generally weigh somewhere in the region of 14 kg and it can withstand exposure to water and humidity, while supporting a rider who weighs up to 220 kg. It requires no servicing or adjustment, and the solid tires are made from reused car tires, with a car timing belt serving as a chain.  Not quite sure how smooth the ride would be without suspension and solid tyres.... but we wont knock it until we see the end result.

While the manufacturing process is still being refined, Gafni believes his design could eventually be sold in stores for just $20, making it an attractive solution for commuters who do not wish to worry about an expensive bike being stolen and reducing their environmental footprint. Additionally, the cardboard bike could be a useful method of transportation in emerging countries, where a standard metal bike is often too expensive to produce and maintain.

In the future, the cardboard bike will be produced in both children's and adult's sizes, with the latter model also featuring an optional electric motor. 

We think it has potental - good work Gafni!

 

The cardboard bike can support a rider who weighs up to 220 kilograms,
and it won't fall apart in the rain.

 

Source: ERB via www.gizmag.com

Sustainable Living Festival...for eco warriors!

Just spotted the Sustainable Living Festival which is happening soon in Melbourne!  The festival attracts over 150,000 each year and engages organisations to host and promote sustainability events. 

Including attractions such as: demonstrations, workshops, films and live performances, this event looks like a heap of fun.  With the aim of educating people on a more eco-friendly and sustainable way of living it doesn't get much better... oh apart form the fact its all free! 

Hoping to try and time my Melbourne meetings with the event which runs between the 9-24 of February 2013!

www.festival.slf.org.au

Ethical. Sustainable. Handcrafted. Eco-Friendly Sunglasses.

Panda Sunglasses are responsible for unleashing a new accessories trend in eco-conscious sunnies!

They are on a journey to change the environmental and social impact of sunglasses by producing high-end sunglasses handcrafted from sustainable bamboo. What’s more, each purchase gives the gift of vision to someone in need.  Through their partnership with The TOMA Foundation, they have found a unique opportunity to help grow organically alongside a non-profit organization.

Started by a group of college friends and initially funded by a successful Kickstarter campaign (they met their fundraising goal in three days!), Panda officially launched in early 2012 and is now moving from strength to strength.

Available in five styles, the shades are handcrafted from sustainable bamboo and recycled polycarbonates, which means they're lightweight, durable, and — the best part — they float.  For every pair purchased, Panda donates a pair of prescription glasses and an eye exam to a person in need – now that makes purchasing a pair of Pandas pretty guilt free!

Tree Hugga will eventually be bringing all 5 styles to you.  We have a selection here now and know you guys are going to love them. Register to stay in the loop at www.treehugga.com.au , our store goes live soon!

We're digging the Monroe, with its classic wayfarer styling.  Which Panda will you choose?