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Anni Albers was one helluva woman. And, more important, one helluva designer. Even World War II didn't stop the German-born American textile artist from improvising. Despite the shortage of materials, Albers managed to reinvent common objects like paper clips, kitchen strainers, wine corks, and metal washers into whimsical yet elegant statement jewelry.
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Make Like Anni Albers, Turn Household Objects into Dazzling Fashion Statements
Wednesday, July 29th, 2009
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Anni Albers was one helluva woman. And, more important, one helluva designer. Even World War II didn't stop the German-born American textile artist from improvising. Despite the shortage of materials, Albers managed to reinvent common objects like paper clips, kitchen strainers, wine corks, and metal washers into whimsical yet elegant statement jewelry.
...Read the full story on TreeHuggerWhat’s Up, Dame? Vivienne Westwood, Bugs Bunny Bag It Green For the Amazon
Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
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A legendary fashion designer and a two-dimensional, wisecracking rabbit don't exactly run in the same circles, but Vivienne Westwood and Bugs Bunny are just two of the five international bold-face names that have banded together to prove that style and sustainability are not mutually exclusive.
"E-co-branding," a new line of bags by AmazonLife, brings together the Westwood, Braccialini, Evisu, Gherardini, and yes, Looney Tunes trademarks to communicate the importance of protecting the r...Read the full story on TreeHuggerSwitch Your Lead-Plumped Lipstick for Lavera’s Healthier Version at 50% Off
Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
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Lavera wants you to get the lead out—of your lipstick, that is. The Germany-based purveyor of skincare and cosmetics products is issuing a challenge: Give your old lipstick the kiss-off and it'll match its shade with one of its organic smooch sticks, which you can purchase at $10 off.
If you're still puckering up to conventional lipsticks, odds are you're cozying up to the insidious neurotoxin. After all, more than 60 percent of 33 popular lip smackers tested by the
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