Twig Jewelry Stand

This twig jewelry stand is made from real twigs cast in recycled metal. The middle horizontal branches are removable. Inspired by nature. 9 in. W x 9 in. H, 10.5 in. L x 12 in.H

www.vivaterra.com

Transit Chair (#139)

I love Boris Bally's recycled metal street sign objects and now I see he has furniture as well--like this one of a kind transit chair (#139). Edges are filed smooth and rounded to provide comfort. And, for the do-it-yourself crowd, this is the perfect project because assembly is required, tools and instructions provided. 48 in. high x 16 in. wide x 21 in. deep.

www.guild.com

Recycled Trash Baskets

These waste baskets are made from recycled trash like detergent packets that are collected by scavengers in Indonesia. Not only are they colorful and unique, they are durable, waterproof, and completely washable.

www.themonsoongroup.com

Banana Leaf Furniture

Banana leaf is a renewable resource and Austrian-based Lars Bambussen Design has taken advantage of this versatile material to create elegant furniture reminiscent of the mod designs from the 1970s. Looks like there's a bit of Art Nouveau influence in there as well.

www.lars-bambussen.com

Rocklite Candles

Even though autumn is fast approaching here in the western hemisphere there's still time for a few more nights of al fresco dining on the terrace. And what better way to provide mood lighting than these rocklite candles? Created from rocks selected by hand from Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Mexico, these rock candles burn oil through a permanent fiberglass wick.

Rocklite Candle Company

Bud Stand

Made from leftover reinforced steel from construction sites and hollowed out roots from logging sites, the bud stand is the perfect side table for small spaces. Use it indoors or outside on the patio to hold trinkets, snacks, drinks, or whatever takes your fancy. With showrooms in Los Angeles and Paris, the Thailand based Osisu is a company committed to environmental responsibility.

www.osisu.com

Wool Felt + Organic Cotton Pillows

Coming to you straight from Providence, RI, home of RISD (Rhode Island School of Design), and some of the east coast's most innovative design minds, is this eco-friendly pod pillow, made from wool felt, organic cotton, and stuffed with feathers, uses water-based inks to print the designs.

www.balanced-design.com

Twig Crayons

These sturdy twig crayons are fun for everyone, whether you're a designer, a homebody, a doodler at the office, or have kids that love to color. Made with FSC certified wood, that is wood from forests that are managed used sustainable practices. Twig crayons come in red, yellow, green, and blue. Happy drawing!

www.shopbluehouse.com

Wine Barrel Chair

A classic chair for inside the home or out in the garden, these wine barrel chairs are made from reclaimed and salvaged white oak from discarded wine barrels. They're comfortable, portable, and will look great with your modernist decor.

www.mcleodchairs.com

Eco-Friendly Grocery Bag

SKN, whose tagline reads "modern design merging with planetary preservation" , introduces their first product, The Carrot Bag. Made in the USA from 100% unbleached cotton, this bag is perfect for anyone who wants to look good and act with purpose. 12 in. x 16 in. x 6 in.

www.getskn.com

Squak Mountain Stone Countertop

Composite stone countertops made from recyled waste paper and flyash that look like concrete or soapstone. The perfect kitchen (or bathroom) countertop for the modern home. Five colors, priced by the slab. Individual tiles also available.

www.environmentalhomecenter.com

Biodegradable Corn Pens

These amazing colorful, lightweight, and biodegradable pens are made from corn, specifically Mater-bi a plastic-like material derived from cornstarch. Blue ink, colors vary.

www.grassrootsstore.com

Marbella Beach Bag

This one of a kind eco-chic beach bag is made from recycled festival and event banners made of PVC polyester. There are two sizes, a small beach bag and the large bag (pictured above), which is 57 x 55 x 15 cm. in size and can be used as a shoulder bag or handbag. Designed by Meck Osten for Demano, a design company out of Barcelona, Spain.

www.demano.net

Corn-struction Paper

If your kids (or you) love construction paper, they're going to love this bio-degradable corn-struction paper even more! Made from cornstarch, corn-struction paper is slightly thicker and more durable than regular construction paper, but can be cut, glued, and colored on just the same way as the regular paper. 12 inch rounds or 10" x 10" squares in assorted colors.

www.magicnuudles.com

Coir Mats

Coir is a fiber derived from the husks of coconuts, specifically the coconut palm, which has been used in India for centuries for a number of uses. The natural color of coir is brown to reddish brown but it can be dyed to make bold, colorful, and graphic patterns. With their loose texture and ability to dry quickly, coir mats are nice accents around the pool, in an entrance hall, or as colorful doormats.

www.rugandcarpets.com

Flower Power

Whether you're dining on the terrace or hanging out in your post-mod garden with friends, these recycled rubber retro style flower coasters should get plenty of use. Set of four in red, orange, green, and blue. 3.25 in. x 4 in.

www.escapeconcepts.com

Wootex Cell Phone Holder

Made from Wootex, a woven recyclable plastic exclusive to Tote le Monde, this mod Hollywood cell phone pouch has a buckle that allows you to attach it to a handbag, belt, or anything with a strap. Avaialable in blues and greens or reds and oranges. 5.5 in. long x 4 in. wide.

www.totelemonde.com

Prezioso Engineered Stone

Engineered stone made from recycled glass mosaic grit can be used to create wall panels like these. Available in 1/4 inch thick tiles or slabs in a variety of colors. Tile sizes ranging from 12 x 12 inches to 48 x 48 inches. Slab sizes are 24 x 120 inches and 48 x 120 inches.

www.stonesource.com

"Ivory" Cabinet Hardware

These "ivory" cabinet knobs are made from the tagua nut to resemble ivory. Not only that, they are actually LEED eleigible. If you love the color and clean contemporary look of ivory this collection is worth a look.

www.natureshardware.com

Eco-Friendly Switch Plates

I am amazed at how many objects can be created using discarded and recycled traffic signs, including this light switch plate from one of my favorite stoes Eco-Artware. I just love the bold, graphic black and white color and the funky shape. It kind of reminds me of those old oval-shaped doorknobs used in many homes built circa 1910 and 1920s.

www.eco-artware.com