Eco Trend Spotter

People Tree Launch ‘Love from Emma’ Collection by Emma Watson

Loz — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:00:17 +0000

It’s been almost a year in the making but finally People Tree is delighted to unveil their collaboration with Emma Watson.

With a strong interest in Fair Trade and organic fashion but frustrated at the lack of clothing aimed at people her age Emma decided to help People Tree create this new line.

Here are some of MoreEco’s favourite pieces:

To Have & To Hold 3D Picture

Loz — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:00:20 +0000

Shopping for the perfect eco wedding gift? Why not commission Particle Article to create a wedding gift as unique as the happy couple. Particle Article personalise the piece by adding the bride and groom’s names and date of the wedding.

Dimensions: 8 x 12 inches
Delivery: Made to order, please allow 2-4 weeks

>>> Available from Pure Design – earn 8% cash back with MoreEco

>>> Price £200.00 + earn £16 cash back

Women’s Local Warming Jacket

Loz — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 18:00:06 +0000

The Local Warming Jacket is the perfect way for you to keep warm when it starts to get a bit chilly. Throw it on for cold mornings, or after the gym. As the fabric is breathable you can even wear it comfortably for a bike ride or under your ski jacket. You’ll love the snug fleece material on the inside, while the outer layer makes the jacket a stylish alternative to your old fleece. All the fabric in the Local Warming jacket is made from recycled plastic.
Uses: Hiking, Keeping warm after exercise, Mid-layer for skiing, Walking the dog.

Material: Breathable 100% recycled polyester

Features:

Warm breathable material
Fitted shape
Hidden Pockets
Flat-lock stitching
Embroidered logo

>>> Available from Yew Clothing – earn 8% cash back with MoreEco

>>> Price £55 + earn £4.40 cash back

Natural Empathy on TV

mark — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:33:39 +0000

This is Natural Empathy’s first YouTube video from a TV program called Mind Body Soul which is to be broadcast in a couple of weeks on a Sky Channel.

Natural Empathy is MoreEco News shop where you van earn 8% cash back on everything you spend.

Hoodlamb Ladies’ Ruderalis Hat (Black)

Loz — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:00:47 +0000

Look no further for your hat-shopping needs. Stay warm, gorgeous and eco-friendly whatever the weather in this cosy Hat Ruderalis from Hoodlamb. Using our unique hemp faux-fur, natural hemp, silk and cotton, the Hat Ruderalis is a stylish vegetarian, leather-free alternative to fur and leather winter hats. With its sneaky secret pocket and stylish snowflake badge, this Hat Ruderalis is simply the best winter hat you can get.

55% hemp, 45% cotton outer shell100%
Cotton Inner Lining
20% hemp fake fur ear flaps developed uniquely for the HoodLamb
Wind water resistant
Secret pocket
Custom gift box

>>> Available from Sativa Bags - earn 8% cash back with MoreEco

>>> Price £30.22 + earn £2.41 cash back

Woolly Sheep Tea Cosy and Tea Set

Loz — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 18:00:49 +0000

A charming and funny present for any tea lover. The Set contains a 100% wool handmade sheep tea cosy, produced by Kenana Knitters in Kenya, as well as a box of Teadirect black tea (80 tea bags).

About the Producers:

The teas are sourced from fair trade producers in central Tanzania, south western Uganda and central Kenya. Tea is an important crop for many people in the region but tea prices are so low that many growers live in grinding poverty. Tea bushes take several years to mature and simply growing something else is often not an option for these specialist farmers. Furthermore, tea farmers are very dependent on the black tea factories that process their tea. The green leaves must be processed with 24 hours of being picked or the quality becomes very poor. This leads to unfair practices with tea factories driving down prices knowing that farmers have no choice but to sell.

Kenana Knitters started in 1998 in Njoro, Kenya. The primary object being to help rural women find some much needed income, utilizing their spinning and knitting skills. The group buys homespun wool produced locally, the knits it into toys, clothing and other accessories.

>>> Available from Natural Collection – earn 8% cash back with MoreEco

>>> Price £25 + earn £2.00 cash back

Herbal Man Box

Loz — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:00:36 +0000

Are you shopping for a present for the man in your life? This is an indulgent and pampering organic gift box for your man!

Each herbal man box is individually handmade with organic, natural products and essential oils.

Each herbal man box contains:

A Teatree and Cinnamon Soap
Herbal Man Face Cream – It has a gorgeous blend of aloe vera and vitamin E especially developed for gentlemen. It is wonderfully scented with frankincense and neroli. Nice after shaving as it helps tighten and heal the skin.
Herbal Aftershave – A refreshing and alluring smelling aftershave with aloe vera, jojoba and Vitamin E.
Shaving Oil – Use a few drops on wet face to soften skin and stubble before shaving. A must try for sensitive skin.

All of the products in their organic range are not tested on animals.

Produced locally in the UK.

>>> Available from EcoCentric – earn 8% cash back with MoreEco

>>> Price £20.43 + earn £1.63 cashback

Presso Coffee Maker – Non Electric Coffee Maker

Loz — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:00:10 +0000

Fed up of shopping for your coffee at the local chain coffee store? Presso is the world’s simplest espresso coffee maker.

Made using eco-friendly and recyclable materials, this stylish espresso maker will revolutionise the way you experience your favourite coffee.

How do you make a great tasting coffee from Presso?

1. Make sure you use clean fresh water that has not been re boiled.

2. Use coffee grounds suitable for espresso machines (not too large or the coffee will be weak and thin. Not too fine or it will be very hard to push the arms down)

3. For maximum cream try overfilling the cylinder with hot water to increase the pressure. Raise the arms and squeeze down firmly stopping once the espresso is out. Catch the remainder in a second cup and throw this away.

4. Tamp the grounds down firmly with the Presso spoon tamp.

5. After filling Presso with hot water raise the handles and then let the water infuse into the grinds in for 15 to 25 seconds.

6. Push the handles downwards in a firm smooth motion and hold them at the end of the stroke (curl your fingers around the base legs and wait for all the water to be extracted.)
7. Sometimes a second repetition may be needed to extract all the moisture from the coffee.

8. Enjoy!

>>> Available from Ethical Superstore – earn 8% cash back with MoreEco

>>> Price £89.95 + earn £7.20 cash back

Mum’s The Word: Goodie Box

Loz — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 14:00:28 +0000

Spoil your mum with the things she really likes; chocolate, chocolate and then a little more chocolate. If you ask nicely, you may get some crumbs.

This beautiful box contains:

Dark Kirsch Cherries
Geranium Dollops
Strawberry Champagne Truffle Bag
Giant Mum’s The Word Truffle – Milk Chocolate with Champagne and Buttercotch!

>>> Available from Montezuma’s – earn 4% cashback with MoreEco

>>> Price £21.99 + earn £0.88 cash back

Hadea Boots

Loz — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 11:00:51 +0000

Been shopping for the perfect boot to go with those Summer dresses? These boots are the heigh of fashion, and great way to update your Spring wardrobe!

Be cool and comfortable with these great little ankle boots, The leather thong ties and Terra Plana’s eco print ensure that you are unique whilst incorporating this seasons trends. The vegetable tanning process, recycled sole and the eco memory foam ensure that this boot is set to fast become your favourite!

>>> Available from Terra Plana – earn 3% cash back with More Eco

>>> Price £140 + earn £4.20 cash back