As a relatively new concept in the world of mainstream consumerism, we frequently are battling some pretty heavy questions, most to bring about awareness about upcycling, our processes in design, procurement and so on.. but sometimes, we have been asked some unique questions or UnUsUal FAQs that have left us stumped! Here are a few …
Oscar Wilde once said that Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness. This may hold true for works of literature and art, but in terms of Sustainability, imitation plays more towards hindrance than advantages. With the modern world moving more towards Sustainability and sustainable practices, there are more …
All that glitters is not Gold, All that is Green is not Sustainable! Read More »
Sustainability is the hub word now. Everyone knows and everyone is talking about it. Sustainability and sustainable practices are becoming common interests, it is no longer a niche. The extent of awareness and knowledge is building slowly and concerns about environmental impacts have begun to result in organizations and multinational companies altering their operational approaches …
It is Monday morning, you are fully prepared to take the week, head on with full steam, getting ready to head to the office, you even picked and ironed an outfit you know will slay at work, after final checks in the mirror, you turn to pick up your bag and ugh.. no.. the boring …
Bye-Bye Boring Bags, Say Helloo to the new Stylish Sustainable Laptop bags! Read More »
What is Sustainability? How does one live a sustainable life? How did this natural way of existing turn into such a frenzy fad? What is the difference between Recycling and Upcycling? We will have to figure it out as we go along. Sustainability is a blanket expression for a way of life that is beneficial …
What do we all have in common, most definitely, without refute? The EARTH, of course. We obviously wouldn’t be here if not for our beautiful planet Earth. As much as we have become confounded by our own cage of convenience and greed, we need to realize that we are not a separate entity from our …
Donation is the oldest form of Recycling, in the essence of the term. If you think about it, our ancestors have tried and tested this form of recycling over generations and it has served them well enough that there are worldwide organizations that are coordinating these efforts throughout the globe. Clothing Donation is the most …
Clothes Maketh the Man. A proverb is as old as human civilization. Clothing has always held an integral role in our society. However, with recent developments in technology and the globalisation of goods, we have become hooked on consuming more than what we require. Buying clothes used to be something we did as a treat, …
Sustainable Fashion is the way forward, say No to Fast Fashion Read More »
The Art of Packing, if we can call it that, is honed after many attempts of packing, unpacking and re-packing, a skill that is perfected after multiple trial and error scenarios. It is equally challenging, to learn how to maximize the storage of your personal items in a bag. Whether you are a typical “bring-it-all” …
What comes to mind when we hear the word “Durrie”? The image that props into our minds is probably a flat rug, usually hand-woven. If we recall from memory, durries are woven on a traditional handloom and they happen to come in a variety of bright colours and vibrant designs, right? Durries are very well-known …
“Khesh” Weaving – Proof that Upcycling has been around, longer than you thought. Read More »
