EcoEtsy Street Team

For Etsy sellers, one of the perks is joining a Street Team. Teams are networks of like-minded or geographically linked sellers who support and promote each other. The first team I joined was TeamEcoEtsy, a group devoted to doing things a little bit (or a lot) greener. I like the idea of reusing and recycling before buying new, and this team agrees!

An Etsy search of "teamecoetsy" will bring you to the terrific, diverse items sold by EcoEtsy members.

Moss for your Wall by Ottoman $40


Sea Urchin Earrings by BlackStar $18.75


Tulips Pillow by chakrapennywhistle $50


Mandala Record Bowl by EyePopArt $58


I'd like to invite you to check out the EcoEtsy Blog. It's chock full of Eco Tips, Tutorials, and highlights on great items made by members.

Upcycling Vintage Goodies

I love vintage textiles! And I love to hunt for them at thrift shops. They are great to use as raw material for bags.

Well, I found this velvet wall hanging with mountain goats. It is so unusual I had to bring it home and make something from it. What I came up with was a big and fun tote bag.



This was a really nice printed dish towel. I love the colors and the design of old kitchen things.
I made this cute bag, which would be good for books or as a knitting bag.