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Ipod Nano cases can be guffly and attractive
I’m proud of myself. I’ve been consistently going to the gym for a whole two months now. Sure, this is barely an accomplishment for some, but after about a year of excuses this is big. Now that I’m finally in the habit of going, I’ve realized how bad I need a holder for my iPod. It’s starting to get scratched on the back and its really bothering me. Plus, I might sell my current iPod to my sister so that I can get an iPhone. And if I do get one, there is no way I am letting that precious little piece of electronic goodness get scratched or dented or even fingerprinted. In my hunt for something Guffly for my iPod to chill in, I found the Mediapocket. This little guy is made in San Francisco by designer Josh Jakus from reclaimed, factory excess wool. It fits most smart phones and iPods, except the really chubby BlackBerry and Palms. The Mediapocket is only $19 and can be found on the Josh Jakus website.
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Does your child play card games?
Today Jordan and I went to the River Days Festival in Detroit to represent a game called
Xeko (pronounced zee-ko). I don’t know why I haven’t written about this before (well maybe because I am not an 10 year old kid) but this game based on sustainability and biodiversity is definitely
Guffly. Xeko is a 2-player trading card game that is played similar to Pokemon. A player gets a starter deck and builds upon it in order to get the best “Xeko-system.” The point is to build a deck that balances resources and species.
The game is designed for kids 8 years old and above. It’s competitive and fun, but it also teaches them the value of this fantastic Earth of ours and the little critters that live on it. The cards and packaging are made of recycled or recyclable materials, and they use soy-based inks. Likewise, the company donates 4% of game net sales to
Conservation International. The starter sets range from $20-32, while booster packs range from $4-10. The game prices range between editions or “missions”, which include Costa Rica, Madagascar, and Indonesia.
If you know a kid who would love this, you can visit Xeko for information on where to find a
retailer near you. You can also purchase this game online at
Xeko Shop where they offer free shipping in the US.
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Need a cell phone battery charger? Get one that’s guffly.
The other day Chanell and I were working at a coffee shop near our homes. It was a beautiful day so we worked outside. After about an hour the batteries of both of our laptops were almost dead. We really wanted to stay outside and enjoy the day, but there weren’t any power outlets on the outside of the building. Saddened by the inevitable truth, we packed up our stuff and pouted back into the cafe.
I didn’t want this situation to happen again; so I vowed to bring an extension cord next time. Then I remembered, “there’s a much more guffly way to handle this”. I read about Solio, a wireless universal battery charger. If I get one the cafe problem would never happen again.
The charger is small, lightweight, and unique; and it builds up power by sitting in the sun. One hour of sun gets you fifteen minutes of cell phone talk time, or forty minutes of MP3 usage. The best feature of Solio is that is reduces energy waste; since it can be powered by solar energy. Here’s a complete list of Solio’s features.
One Solio costs $99.95. I think that’s a small price to pay for emergency power at your finger tips. I’m going to get one.
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I’ve been thinking about having a fiesta for 4th of July this year and of course I want it to be a Guffly experience for all. In addition to tasty organic food and drinks, I’ve been thinking about other little green touches to make it that much better. I found these bamboo drinking straws, and they might just be in my purchasing future. These straws are Guffly because they are reusable and keep regular plastic disposable straws out of landfills. Plus, in the event you do throw it away, they are made of a natural material that is biodegradable.
The straws pictured here can be found at
Global Exchange. They come in a set of twelve and are produced by a company named Kopnoi, a fair trade business located in Laos. The set is $16.95 plus another $5.95 for shipping costs.
After you use the straws, you should cover them in water with vinegar, boil them for 20 minutes then lay them out to dry. Sure, this isn’t as simple as throwing away a plastic straw, but I think it’s a small price to pay for having your party guests impressed by your fancy drink serving skills.
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It’s summertime; so get your feet in flip flops.
With summer right around the corner, I’ve begun searching for some thong flip flops to keep my feet cool. I found a great pair at Simple Shoes.
Toe Foo flip flops are stylish and sustainable. They are made from crepe, which is a natural rubber that is tapped from the Havea tree. The website says that the material makes a squishy sole. The flip flops are also made from bamboo and hemp; and they are all bound together by water-based glue.
The Toe Foo summer flip flops are available in black, tan, and olive colors; and they cost $45 dollars. I’m going to get the black ones for my summertime chillaxing.
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A few weeks ago at the Green Festival I signed up for
GenGreen, and thought you might want to as well. GenGreen is a website that lists information on green related resources by state and city. So, they make it easy to find information that is relevant to you. GenGreen has listings for green events, businesses, organizations, cooperatives, transportation, jobs, recycling centers, as well as other individuals. Though the listings for the Detroit area are sparse, using GenGreen I found out about the 8th Annual Ann Arbor Green Festival that I’ll definitely hit up on June 13th.
GenGreen will also be launching a Green Marketplace later on this year. From what I read it seems like it will be like
Greenzer or Evo, but with an emphasis on local options.
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Mens cufflinks add flair to any formal wear.
I don’t really dig the suit look, but occasionally work or an event calls for me to wear one. Since I have to wear one anyway, I figure that I might as well be guffly at the same time. Here’s one element I can add to my formal wear that will allow me to do just that:
They’re Keyboard Cufflinks and I think the name describes them well enough. The men’s cufflinks are made from–you guessed it–old keyboards! You can buy any letters you choose, and get them in black, grey, or MAC keys . I think I’ll get my initials in MAC grey.
The great part about these modern cufflinks is the fact that they only cost $14.95. They’re inexpensive, look good, are unique, and have a more positive than negative impact to the environment. That sounds pretty guffly.
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The thought of a dirty toothbrush makes my stomach hurt. I guess that is why like to buy a new one every two months, instead of three as the dentist recommends. Though this is a good idea hygienically, this isn’t so guffly of me. So, I was pretty excited when I heard of
Recycline at the Green Festival in Chicago. Recycline makes eco-friendly choices for the home, included the Preserve Toothbrush which is made from recycled plastic containers, like yogurt cups. The company also makes a Preserve Triple Razor as well as tableware and kitchen products. Each item is made in the US with 100% recycled materials, and the toothbrush and razor handles are completely recyclable. You can even send these items back to them when you are done, and the company will recycle them for you. In addition to their greenness, Preserve is guffly because they make things simple. For $13.00 you can sign up for a four toothbrush prescription on their website and select how often you want your brushes sent. Now, you won’t even have to think about changing your brush, let alone actually remembering to pick one up the next time you’re at the store. Just wait for it to come to you. And if your not down with online toothbrush ordering, you can find their products in Whole Foods and Target.
Watch this cool video on how these brushes are made:
