ECO ALLIANCE Papergarten: Art that Celebrates Heritage and Sustainability "I want to be as kind to the earth as I can in my business. This planet is something we all have in common and it’s something we simply can’t afford to take for granted."
INSPO Calligraphy by Michelle T: A Love Letter to Typography Michelle Tieu shares how her love for wildlife and sustainability has guided her business practices and lifestyle choices.
noissue 101 Here are the Most Exciting Events Happening Near You in August In-person events are back and better than ever before, and we love to see it! Here, we round up the best events for small businesses happening globally in August.
BIZ ADVICE Intentional Event Design: A Guide To the Buyerarchy of Needs Sustainable Event Stylist Catherine Ledger of All Things Considered walks us through The Buyerarchy of Needs to achieve stylish and eco-friendly event design.
ECO ALLIANCE Green Gaea: Nature-Inspired Gifts That Give Back "Our world is changing and the way we make our choices needs to change with it." Creator of Green Gaea
INSPO @thekindcurator Seal your packages with kindness and create unforgettable memories with personalized packages. This blush pink number builds a delicate and soft look that is perfect for @thekindcurator's brand.
INSPO @pimpupyourplants Pink isn't just a color, it's a vibe! @pimpupyourplants' stunning custom Tissue design definitely passed our vibe check and is on its way to becoming the queen of small business
INSPO @palette_melbourne @palette_melbourne creates a whole new dining (or take out!) experience with their decadent Hojicha Yuzu Swiss Roll on a minimalist custom Foodsafe Paper and a bottle of strawberry latte!
INSPO @blacklambstudio Happiness comes in that form of a furry friend and @blacklambstudio's custom, Earth-friendly Tote Bag! This super cute animal-inspired design is the perfect idea for people who chose the pug
ECO ALLIANCE Hoops and Expectations: Stitching Magic into Everyday Clothing "I am a planet lover and so is my brand. I think that with small actions we all can make a difference." Cristina, owner of Hoops and Expectations
ECO ALLIANCE Turning billboard vinyl into bags: How accessory brand Rareform is stylishly repurposing a waste product "Here at Rareform we’re in the business of change, transforming something used into something new-ish." - Megan Frentzel, Brand Manager
ECO ALLIANCE Cagla Zimmermann: Folk Art Wrapped in Playful and Sustainable Packaging "Giving people that warm, friendly, but at the same time professional feeling is my goal." Freelance illustrator Cagla Zimmerman
ECO ALLIANCE La Que Sabe: Embracing Femininity in Conscious Choices With their belief in the power of purchasing meaningful pieces, sustainability was a choice that their designer made ever since she started La Que Sabe.
ECO ALLIANCE Pink Lemon Cookies: Desserts that Taste as Good as They Look "I love knowing the paper is food safe when it meets my cookies, and it is eco-friendly when disposed of." Chelsea, owner of Pink Lemon Cookies
ECO ALLIANCE RAZE: A Makeover for Fashion's Future "RAZE is my contribution towards a brighter fashion future [...]" Shan, Owner of Raze
ECO ALLIANCE Luna and Sun: Loving Fashion the Right Way "My mission is to be a transparent, sustainable fashion label that empowers women to wear clothing that supports their values," Teshani, Founder of Luna and Sun
@charmedandcozy NoIssue is really coming through for us and providing so many awesome options! I use multiple products from them and they’re all wonderful, top quality items that I adore
@floralsandflossembroidery 100% Compostable, made from recycled materials, printed with soy-based inks, and weatherproof! The noissue Stock Kraft Mailer is a great paper-based mailer!
@dillonjoy.co Summer is coming in hot, hotter, so so hot ☀️ the shop has been bustlin & we’ve been so excited to start using the newest Kraft mailer from @noissueco for your lounge wear $ PJ orders the last few weeks!!
@bindmyheartco + Recycled Mailers are perfect for my Journals (which use recycled paper also😉) + The Thermal Shipping Labels are recycled and compostable + The stickers are eco-friendly and printed with soy ink and are acid free, and add a lovely touch to my packaging! ✨
Creatives: Rachel Abbott x Fabrik "For these designs, we wanted to highlight the Fabrik staple print of gingham - it is a timeless print that encompasses our brand. The colour palette needed to be neutral to tie in well with the range of colour garments we ship out." - Rachel
INSPO @thepollyfox Think outside the fox and take a cue from the small business community! @thepollyfox's animal print Foodsafe Paper is a real tail-blazer.
INSPO @elstranga As @elstranga points out, saving the planet looks good on anybody! Create custom packaging that is true to your brand but also eco-friendly.
