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Using knitted plants and recycled recycled fabrics,
CO O & CO create household objects that mix capim dorado with LEDs, felt, yute or straw with energy efficient pendant lights. The company sources their in Brasil, Poland, Korea and Kirghistan and employs local craftsmanship.
Swedish designer Iris Shantverk has been making functional brushes since 1884, crafted from unusual biodegradable materials including horse hair, cactus fibers and goat hair, paired with local wood to help to reduce water consumption.
These gorgeous Magno Radios are made from non-certified FSC wood in Java. Created by local craftsmen they bring cool, retro styling to the ipod dock.
The Colors´ designed Kioto Kamiko is a flat pouch for carrying everyday essentials, crafted using an ancient Japanese paper-making technique. The paper is coated several times with PVA glue and then crumpled, during which is becomes stronger and waterproof.
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