Desk Pendulum Clock from Recycled Bike Parts ($88)
Made in Oregon by Resource Revival, this clock is forged from a recycled chain ring and recycled bike wheel. Resource Revival collects used chains and bike parts from bike shops nationwide as part of the ReBicycle program, cleans them, and repurposes them into bike chain bowls, bottle openers, and picture frames. Available online from Resource Revival. Community Cycling Center, River City, and The Bike Gallery on Hollywood are ReBicycle participants, so your clock may have local parts.

Bamboo Compost Pail ($39.99)
This compost pail is attractive enough to perch on the counter, where a chef will have it in easy reach to compost food scraps. This is a great gift for the person who loves to cook or the friend who loves to compost but needs a better looking bin. Bamboo is a fast growing, sustainable resource. Available online or at Food Front (use your coupon for $5 off!).

Yoga Mat Carrier from Recycled Posters ($31)
Made in Minnesota by Relan, these one-of-a-kind bags are crafted from recycled vinyl billboards. No two bags are alike, but all are weatherproof and durable. According to the site, Relan recycles 8 tons of billboard material annually. Some Relan bags are lined with recycled tire rubber. Available online at eco-handbags, a site with many, many bags.

Bath Moods Kit from Astara Bio Genic Skincare ($28)
Based in Colorado, Astara products are made with organic and natural ingredients. The Bath Kit includes a beeswax candle, green papaya nutrient mask, and citrus lavendar sea salt scrub. Available online from Astara.


Fair Trade Berry Coil Bracelet from Lucina ($48)
The Berry Coil Bracelet is made from choclo seeds and silver beads acquired through Fair Trade, and set on a coil made of recycled Colombian pesos. Matching earrings are available. Lucina ethically sources gems from war-torn and impoverished communities. Available online or in store at Greenloop. Use your Chinook Book coupon for 15% off!

Recycled Inner Tube Belt and Cog Buckle from Alchemy Goods ($93)
A recycled inner tube finds a new life as a beautifully crafted belt by Alchemy Goods of Seattle. They pair the belt with a belt buckle made from a recycled bike cog. Comes in several adult sizes. Available online from Alchemy Goods. Additional Alchemy Goods products including recycled tube bags are available at Community Cycling Center, Greenloop, Redux, and the US Outdoor Store.

Queen Bee Organic Cotton and Hemp Blend Alice Bag ($96)
Portland based Queen Bee prints the maple leaf design of this bag with water-based inks. The exterior is a blend of organic cotton and hemp. Also check out the line of tote bags from recycled banners. Bags are cut, sewn, and printed in Portland. Available online from Queen Bee or at local shops listed on the site.

Solar LED SunJar ($55)
For the gardener or kid at heart, a jar that mimics summer nights of catching fireflies. An internal solar cell powers LED lights in this watertight jar which can be set outside on a porch or in a garden. Available online. You can also make your own with these instructions and a solar garden light from one of our garden stores.



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