Guffly is a one product per day online store and community featuring eco friendly products and fair trade lifestyle goods like home, pet, clothing, office and personal accessories. We know that people aren't interested in ugly stuff, so you can bet Guffly's green products are stylish, fun and attractive - eco stylish if you will. Shop the Daily Guff at http://www.guffly.com
The Daily Guff today is featuring the Recycled Nylon Laundry Bag made by a company called Gorilla Sacks based in Atlanta, Georgia! They are not creating your average reusable bags down there. All of these bags are made from recycled aerial banners. Believe it or not they actually hand cut the pieces of their bags from the billboards!
Worried about the cleanliness level of something like this – no worries man, after the banner is unfolded, inspected and cut it’s sent to the washer with eco-friendly Charlie’s Soap and a bit o bleach to disinfect it (you don’t want sky cooties on your underoos do you?)
The cleaned up pieces then head to the master sewers at Gorilla Sacks – they get to work from the comfort of their homes in the good ol US of A! We like American made products that really are made in the US under great conditions!
Given the nature of recycled materials, each of these awesome, oversized Recycled Nylon Laundry Bags is one of a kind. We think these could be a great beach bag too! Make doing laundry fun on the Daily Guff: http://guffly.com
Regardless of how easy going a guy can be somehow it is still more difficult to find a rocking gift for the men in your life. You just want to find something that makes him light up the second he gets his man paws on it.
Based on the feedback we have received from customers, the friendly gents we have been talking to, and our resident man expert Jordan we have compiled a list of Guffly man-favorites that are great for gift giving this holiday season.
Lego My Recycled Cuff Links – hands down our customer’s favorite man gift. Works for your main squeeze, friend, boss, brother…the list goes on.
Hemp Messenger Bag – is the man in your life always filling your purse up with this gadgets and whatnot? Get him his own tote that’s made from extra sustainable hemp.
Vegan Canvas Sneakers – a classic sneaker style made eco-friendly by being fair trade organic and sustainable to boot (haha!) Your brother would love you if you got him a pair of these kicks!
Eco Friendly Laptop Sleeve – pretty much every tech guy has a laptop and would be crushed if anything happened to it. Help him keep it safe with a neogreene laptop sleeve!
Recycled Cotton Hooded Sweatshirt – chances are the guys you know sport the standard hoodie anyway, help him green up his wardrobe with a recycled cotton & polyester (but still super soft!) sweatshirt.
Recycled License Plates Belt Buckle – made from vintage license plates into a totally eco-stylish buckle to keep any guy’s pants from sagging too much. Be sure to check the Top Guffs for other color/design options.
Everyone knows that getting your favorite lady a great gift is bonus points in the bank for you! Whether she is your main squeeze, best friend, momma, or whoever…a great gift can go a loooong way. We would like to suggest you make the gifts for the women in your life eco-friendly – it’s just one simple way to make the holidays more merry!
So what to get her…jewelry? A purse? Something for the home? There are many eco-stylish options in every price range available that are sure to please even the pickiest of gals, you know the ones that already have everything?! Here is a gift guide to all of our favorite gifts for her.
Purse-a-holic
We have a few on our team (we won’t name names) so we understand the needs of a purse addict from firsthand experience. Fashion and functionality are important and we have just what you need.
Fair Trade Natural Purse – hello beautiful! This purse is uniquely perfect for that special woman. It’s fair trade and handmade from raffia, available in 8 colors.
Medium Seat Belt Tote – it’s a customer and Guffly team favorite for sure! Made from reclaimed seatbelts into an uber functional purse. Sure to get her compliments, we guarantee it!
Funky Natural Clutch – though handcrafted from Buntal (the stalk of the buri palm) it maintains a glamorous look that is sure to compliment both dressy and casual ensembles!
Jewelry Lover
These are the affordable jewelry options that are also kind to our environment or made using fair trade practices. We don’t think jewelry has to be expensive or something you can only wear some of the time.
Nut Blob Ring
Nut Blob Ring – eco-chic, what? Made from the nut of a Tagua Palm and dyed gorgeous colors. It’s vegetable ivory, which makes it extra interesting.
Fair Trade Silver Earrings – so simple and so adorable. Handmade by Kenyan artisans from silver and amethyst chips. Dress them up or down.
Grass Bead Neck Art – a totally unique necklace that you won’t believe is made from sustainable zulugrass by women in Kenya. Beautiful in each of the 3 color options.
Any Eco-stylish Woman
From the girl next door to your mom. Everyone knows that confident lady that wants to be eco conscious and maintain her sense of style. Let her know you support her by gifting green.
Recycled Cotton Hooded Sweatshirt – who doesn’t love a cozy sweatshirt? Perfect for the girly girl and the adventure diva. Made from recycled materials and extra soft!
Recycled Tote Bag – each one is one-of-a-kind because they are made from recycled coffee bags hailing from around the world. Each is lined with too cute fabric remnants and boasts recycled polypro handles.
To-Go Ware Utensil Kit – everyone eats and mostly everyone eats out of their home most of the time. Help your leading lady kick the plastic utensil habit and keep it sustainable with this cool bamboo utensil set in its own case.
Upcycled Scarf Necklace
Upcycled Scarf Necklace – made into an eco-chic scarf from reclaimed cotton jersey scraps. Beautiful, functional and oh so cozy!
Plus, we’re adding a new product every day on our Daily Guff which is featured at an extra affordable price. The good stuff just keeps coming! Guffly is your source for stylish products and unique gifts that ease your shopping conscience by being eco friendly or fair trade. http://guffly.com
***Remember! For every $25 you spend in December, Guffly is giving a $5 gift card right back to ya!
Unless you have been hibernating for the last year, you are sure to have seen an advertisement, blog, product, or campaign insisting that you must “Go Green!” With global warming and clean energy stirring up public debate, the eco-friendly movement has made quite the cultural comeback. Top designers, big box retailers, and small brands alike are fixated on marketing products that tug on your heart strings. From eco-friendly finds to fair trade fashions, caring about the Earth and the people on it has become an industry in and of itself. However, this renaissance of flower-child-like thinking begs the question: has the resurgence of “green” meant a reinvention of eco-style?
Unfortunately, the answer isn’t always a positive one. And depending on who you ask, a “hell, no” might be in order. The truth is that there’s a frightening amount of eco-don’ts floating out there–shapeless sack dresses, hideous hemp handbags, and plenty of men’s clothing that makes you want to say “kumbaya.” That’s the bad news. The good news: with a little commitment and a few tools to help you out, you can find stylish and modern clothing, accessories, handbags, and gadgets that are unsuspectingly eco friendly. These eco-stylish items range in price and style – making it easy for anyone with a fashion conscience to have an eco conscience as well.
To get you started on your eco-style endeavors, here’s a punch list of some of the great eco goodies out there and the places you can find them.
1. The boot (pictured above):
The Cassia Boot available at Terra Plana for $275. This adorable full-length flat boot features a unique print, a recycled sole, and memory foam lining for a genius amount of comfort. The faux wool lining comes in handy on the snowy or damp winter days. These boots prove that eco-friendly footwear doesn’t have to look like you’re going for a hike or hugging any trees on your way.
2. The bag:
The Buckle Up Tote available at Guffly for $70 (brand: Maggie Bags). This bag is not only sturdy, nicely lined, and stylish – it’s made from seatbelts discarded by people in the auto industry. Did you know that millions of yards of seatbelt webbing are trashed each year for simple variations in color? Crazy! I guess they were right; one man’s trash is another man’s adorable handbag.
3. The tee:
The Vital Bicycle available on Etsy for $26 (brand: Vital). Dress it up or dress it down, you can never go wrong with a creative graphic tee, especially one that is printed on 100 percent organic cotton. This comfy stylish t-shirt is not only organic, but also handmade.
4. The jewels:
The Skateboard Cuff Links and Broken Plate Pendant available at Guffly for $18-35. These unique pieces make great eco-friendly accents to a variety of ensembles. The Skateboard Cuff Links are made from recycled skateboards that would have been discarded. The Broken Plate Pendant comes from old and vintage dinner china. They both make perfect conversation pieces your friends won’t have!
5. The denim:
The Prophecy-Basin (men’s) and Kharma-Fjord (women’s) available at Loomstate for $158. These stylish denim pieces are made from 99 percent organic cotton. For you that means they’re just as comfy as your faves but don’t leave nasty chemicals in the earth or on your skin.
Chanell Scott is a new-school entrepreneur that has combined her love for Detroit, entrepreneurship, and sustainability into the business she co-founded–Guffly.com. Guffly is the stylish consumer’s source for unique and creative gifts that ease the conscience by being eco-friendly or fair trade. Together with business partner, Jordan Contreras, she came up with Guffly’s unique business model–a style-hunting internet retail store that features a new product every weekday in addition to its customers’ favorites and top sellers that are always available in the store’s “Top Guffs” catalog.
The eco-geeks in each of us were pretty excited to learn about the Eco Friendly Laptop Sleeve on the Daily Guff today! These laptop sleeves come to us from GreenSmart, the cool company that’s making neogreene (the green version of neoprene) products of all types.
GreenSmart was founded in 2006 by Tom Larsen and Debbie Wililams. Prior to then they were a company making bags the same ol’ way that everyone else in the world was doing it. We’re impressed with their ability to take a new look at their business and move it towards more sustainable practices. They say, “We are just beginning. Our primary objective with every product and material we make or use is eco-progress. There is no eco-perfect and we are not perfect either. We plan to continue to improve.” And we’re eager to see the improvements they make to their already great products!
Some info on Neogreene…
Neogreene is the GreenSmart trade name for the collection of products made from a proprietary formulation of thermoplastic elastomer foam. TPE-G2 foams provide the unique physical properties of traditional rubber foam products but with the processing efficiency of plastics. TPE plastics have long been used in automotive, electrical, and toy industries however, a TPE foam suitable for sportswear application had yet to be introduced. Our neogreene formulation has been modified to also match the Shore A value (a hardness test method) similar to SBR, rubber, and CR neoprene foam. This modification opens up the opportunity to offer the performance and environmental benefits of neogreene for bags.
Environmental: Aside from the compression and elastic benefits of neogreene, it first offers a clear environmental advantage in comparison to neoprene and rubber foams. Neogreene is considered Toxic-Free because there are no phthalates, VOCs, chlorine, nor metals that are traditionally comprised in neoprene (see reports on this page). Neoprene is also vulcanized in production while neogreene is not. Neogreene can, at the raw material level, be reformed and reused. Specific to neoprene, neogreene consumes 25% less energy to manufacture and 25% less petroleum to produce. These two comparisons are conservative relative to the assorted manufacturing techniques and chemistries found for chloroprene/SBR rubber, etc. all considered neoprene in the market. In many cases the environmental benefit of neogreene is substantially higher than this data for many versions of neoprene offered in the marketplace.
Water-Based Lamination: Neogreene packages (foam plus the fabrics glued to it) are only constructed using water-based adhesives. This eliminates the dependence on solvent based adhesives, which generally contain toluene and dimethyl formaldehyde. No neoprene supplier, that we have found, has yet to find an alternative lamination method for fabrics to neoprene rubber other than solvent based adhesives. In many cases, it is these adhesives that contain the VOCs which off-gas the distinctive odor popularly associated with neoprene.
Lightweight: Since TPE Foams are injected with Hydrogen in the foaming process, it results in a material 50% lighter than neoprene by volume. This benefit appears in the transportation costs of neogreene vs. neoprene.
Durability: TPE foams were first created to replace rubber in automotive applications because of its high-resiliency to both extreme hot and cold conditions. This resilience allows for neogreene to provide a greater range of temperatures where it will continue to provide cushion and elastic properties.
Insulation and waterproof claims: Neogreene has a closed cell structure similar to neoprene (sponges are open cell foam). Neogreene has a superior Clo Value to that of neoprene. The Clo Value is a measurement of intrinsic thermal resistance. Neogreene provides approximately double the insulation properties of traditional neoprene. The closed cell structure makes neogreene fully waterproof.
Hygienic: Because neogreene is a closed-cell structure it does not absorb water. This benefit means that when the laminated fabrics get wet, it is the fabric that dries, not the entire package, as a sponge with fabric would, eliminating the potential for mold or mildew to form in a wet foam layer.
Whew! We just wanted to make sure we explained this great material to you…the laptop sleeve comes in a wide range of sizes to accommodate most laptops. Get yours on the Daily Guff: http://guffly.com
After the Green Festival we’ve been thinking a lot about Fair Trade (we were in the Fair Trade section after all) and we want to do our part to support the artisans of the world that are working hard under fair conditions to change their lives and moreover their communities. Today’s Daily Guff, the Fair Trade Natural Purse, does just that since it comes to us from Mar y Sol.
The company works with artisans in Kenya and Madagascar to blend traditional weaving techniques with contemporary notions into colorful and unique products from renewable materials. We happen to also thing that their products are incredibly hip and perfectly eco-stylish.
What you support with your purchase:
- Made in a producer-owned cooperative
- Uses traditional materials and techniques
- Enables parents to stay home with their kiddos
- Each product is crafted in a community setting
- Green energy fulfills 50% of energy needs
- Over 50% of the materials are biodegradable with 100% being from sustainably harvested materials
- No animals or their habitats were harmed in the creation of these products
Get that feel good feeling by gift yourself or a friend with a cool gift that they will love at first site and treasure when they hear its story. You may even recognize it from the pages of Lucky Magazine in July 2009! Find it on the Daily Guff: http://guffly.com/
Linda is the founder and designer of Aster + Sage the fine company that brings us the Kristine Recycled Change Purse to feature on the Daily Guff. Linda has a degree in Industrial Design from RSID but as a child experimented with construction, paper, and scissors. She says that her childhood frugality with construction paper eventually sprung her passion for conserving and recycling materials. We like that kind of passion!
We appreciate that she creates her products with fabric made from reclaimed soda bottles and fabric scraps. Here is what she says, “Our philosophy is to design first and then find recycled materials to compliment our vision. We believe our ‘design first’ attitude promotes awareness of recycled fabrics in two ways: consumers are exposed to the possibilities of recycled materials, and our products’ popularity encourages fabric mills to manufacture material with recycled content.”
The Kristine Recycled Change Purse is made from these quality materials with crisp construction. It makes for a perfect way to increase your coin usage (who can say that isn’t a good idea in this economy) but, also supports a great company fighting the good fight. Get one for you or help out a friend on the Daily Guff: http://guffly.com/
Back by popular demand the Buckle Up Tote made reclaimed seatbelts from our wonderful supplier, Maggie Bags! We are proud to offer this stylish, eco-friendly recycled purse to you once again. Many of you already know but, for first-timers let’s go over the stats of this unique purse:
Material: Seatbelt webbing that has been rejected or left over from the auto industry. This material is diverted from landfills and made into these totes. 10 colors to choose from!
Lining: Maggie Bags signature plum satin lining – an elegant contrast to the durable exterior
Features: One zip pocket, two open pockets, and two pen holders. Plus this purse has feet on it to keep it standing up straight.
Why This Rocks: We have been hearing incredible things from our Buckle Up Tote carrying gals – people actually ask to try this purse on and even look inside! Most people don’t even realize what it’s made of until they’re told – it really just looks that good! On top of that, you’ll be hard pressed to find a more functional tote that’s not too big and not too small. Check out this video of Antonella and her Buckle Up Tote:
Get your Buckle Up Tote and be prepared for compliments (seriously this bag will grow your ego) on the Daily Guff: http://guffly.com/
Dang! Have you seen a cooler Recycled Tote Bag than the one on the Daily Guff? We’re stoked to have Jess of JessBecause bringing this awesome eco product to us. Jess calls herself a dreamer and a total goofball, discovering everything beautiful the world has to offer. WE totally dig that and her products.
We love that Jess takes her creativity and makes beautiful pieces happen while using recycled products. From a personal standpoint we like that Jess believes that if everyone could take a few minutes out of their day to do something that makes them laugh, well then, the world would be a far better place. Word.
The Recycled Tote Bag that Jess created in California for the Daily Guff today is a perfect eco-friendly bag for lugging books, hitting the farmers market or traveling the world. She literally makes ever piece from recycled pieces from the exterior made from coffee bags, the fabric remnant lining, and post consumer poly pro handles. Get this to die for product on the Daily Guff: http://guffly.com/
Unless you’ve been hiding in a cave for a while you know that the it trend is to be green. Recycling, using less electricity in your home, and now buying clothing that doesn’t take a lot out of Mother Nature and still keeps you looking chic. The Spring 2010 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week definitely took a new route this year. From September 11 through the 17th, many designers showcased their work; many of whom are taking that extra effort to find earth friendly materials at a cheaper cost. Designers are starting to show that anyone can dress green no matter if you live in New York City or the North Pole. Here were some of the big green trends that were seen at fashion week and how you can get them:
The Throwbacks: The boyfriend blazer, the motorcycle jacket, the suit vest, and the garden party dress. The old school is always reinventing itself in the new school. The great thing about these trends is they were all in style 10-20 years ago. More than likely you still have these items in your house somewhere. So run up to that attic and shake the dust off of those boxes! If you’re too young to remember, what the ‘80s were like the nearest thrift store or second hand shop is only a hop away. Often you will find things there that still have price tags on them or have never been used.
The Green Shows: A first for this year, fashion week held The Green Shows: Eco Fashion Week. This event was held for two days and only showcased designers that were 100% eco-friendly. Most of these designers are underground or new, which is great because you’ll probably be the only person in your office building rocking their stuff. New things that designers are doing are recycling old fabrics and patterns from previous fashion lines. The idea of using paint is old; to dye garments many are using fruits and vegetables. Checking to make sure that the production factories are doing their best to provide a safe and healthy environment for their employees is one of the many reasons to check out these fashion lines. All of these artists are taking the extra step to make sure that the fashion they give to you is made by honest companies who are working hard to preserve the earth. So next time you think about taking a quick run to the mall, shop with these designers and others who are going green.
I Shop Green: So you’ve decided to shop green. Great! You wake up one morning, get ready, grab your wallet as you head out of the door; but wait! Where can you go to get green clothing that is fierce? Check out online eco-friendly retailers for fashions from around the globe. Also, not only can you shop with your friends but shop in their closets too. You might not have that animal print dress you’ve been searching for but your best friend might. Host a swapping party and bring things that you no longer want or need to trade with your friends for items they have that you want. Trade those out-of-date neon leggings for something you really want for free. It’s great for saving cash and still getting something new.
Guffly is a one product per day online store and community featuring eco friendly products and fair trade lifestyle goods like home, pet, clothing, office and personal accessories. We know that people aren’t interested in ugly stuff, so you can bet Guffly’s green products are stylish, fun and attractive – eco stylish if you will. Shop the Daily Guff at www.guffly.com
The Daily Guff today is featuring the Recycled Nylon Laundry Bag made by a company called Gorilla Sacks based in Atlanta, Georgia! They are not creating your average reusable bags down there. All of these bags are made from recycled aerial banners. Believe it or not they actually hand cut the pieces of their bags from the billboards!
Lego My Recycled Cuff Links
Reusable Stainless Steel Razor Kit
Eco Friendly Laptop Sleeve
The eco-geeks in each of us were pretty excited to learn about the Eco Friendly Laptop Sleeve on the Daily Guff today! These laptop sleeves come to us from GreenSmart, the cool company that’s making neogreene (the green version of neoprene) products of all types.
Get that feel good feeling by gift yourself or a friend with a cool gift that they will love at first site and treasure when they hear its story. You may even recognize it from the pages of Lucky Magazine in July 2009! Find it on the Daily Guff: 
Linda is the founder and designer of Aster + Sage the fine company that brings us the Kristine Recycled Change Purse to feature on the Daily Guff. Linda has a degree in Industrial Design from RSID but as a child experimented with construction, paper, and scissors. She says that her childhood frugality with construction paper eventually sprung her passion for conserving and recycling materials. We like that kind of passion!
Back by popular demand the Buckle Up Tote made reclaimed seatbelts from our wonderful supplier, Maggie Bags! We are proud to offer this stylish, eco-friendly recycled purse to you once again. Many of you already know but, for first-timers let’s go over the stats of this unique purse:
Dang! Have you seen a cooler Recycled Tote Bag than the one on the Daily Guff? We’re stoked to have Jess of JessBecause bringing this awesome eco product to us. Jess calls herself a dreamer and a total goofball, discovering everything beautiful the world has to offer. WE totally dig that and her products.
Unless you’ve been hiding in a cave for a while you know that the it trend is to be green. Recycling, using less electricity in your home, and now buying clothing that doesn’t take a lot out of Mother Nature and still keeps you looking chic. The Spring 2010 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week definitely took a new route this year. From September 11 through the 17th, many designers showcased their work; many of whom are taking that extra effort to find earth friendly materials at a cheaper cost. Designers are starting to show that anyone can dress green no matter if you live in New York City or the North Pole. Here were some of the big green trends that were seen at fashion week and how you can get them: