Fresh Finds: A Sustainable Summer

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July/August 2009
By Kim Wallace 
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Delicious over ice, fair trade Choice Organic whole-leaf tea is packaged in biodegradable “tea pyramids,” which allow the tea leaves to fully expand and release robust flavors. The certified organic teas are available in eight flavors. Box of 15: $8.50. (800) 882-8943. Register to win Choice Organic whole-leaf teas.

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Created by fairly paid women in Swaziland, Global Exchange’s handwoven placemat set is made of renewable sisal packaged with stone beads and papyrus leaf. A card tells the story of its creation. Available in red or blue. Set of four placemats: $36. (800) 505-4410. Register to win a Global Exchange handwoven placemat set.

Heading to the beach? Toss your stuff into an oversize, Blue Q woodland overnighter bag, woven from 95 percent recycled polypropylene. One percent of the profits from the sale of each bag benefits The Nature Conservancy. 28-by-14-inch overnighter bag: $18. Register to win a Blue Q overnighter bag.

Made in America with organic cotton, Beckons Organic’s love cami dress can be worn alone or with capris or shorts. Available in five colors. Love Cami Dress: $70. (303) 881-0872. Register to win a size medium Beckons Organic love cami dress.

Totes Eco’brella is made from recycled PET bottles; the frame is made from 70 percent recycled steel and aluminum; the handle and strap are made from renewable bamboo and hemp. Available in nine colors. 38-inch arc umbrella: $25. (800) 762-8712 ext. 8519. Register to win a Totes Eco'brella umbrella. 

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