ECO ALLIANCE Emiko Davies: Sharing Plates of Passion for Italian Food “Beautiful products that have been grown and made with love and care [...] should be presented in a way that shows that you care too.” – Emiko Davies
ECO ALLIANCE Project Bowman: Reducing Environmental Footprints in Style "...we work hard to deliver our loyal customers quality and contemporary garments as sustainably as possible." Project Bowman
ECO ALLIANCE kimber elements: Artisan Jewelry Crafted by Indigenous Women "When women are economically empowered, the environment is better managed, human-wildlife conflict is reduced, and community member livelihoods are improved." Kimber, founder of kimber elements
noissue 101 Spring into the Season With These Blooming Good Packaging Designs Hello, Spring! This season is a perfect time for a packaging refresh, with florals, foliage and tree designs trending. Here's 10 ideas for you to try.
ECO ALLIANCE This Idea: Designing Gnarly Sustainable Clothing "We wanted to have good quality clothing that was sustainably sourced, but not crazy expensive for people to have" Danni & Jessie, founders of This Idea
ECO ALLIANCE MCreativeJ: Modern Embroidery That’s On Point “I love using texture and color, which has drawn many makers to my work and inspired them to give embroidery a try.” – Melissa, founder of MCreativeJ.
ECO ALLIANCE Harebell Boutique: Where Sustainability Is The Height Of Fashion “It’s all about re-educating people towards smarter consumption. Showing them different is not only possible but easy to do!” – Denise, founder of Harebell Boutique.
Monthly Wrap Up: Inspo | April 2021 See how brands Milkteanco, Quinn’s Pins, Lillustrations Art, Planet Prudence, and Danny Crafts add branding to every order they send out with the noissue Stamp.
ECO ALLIANCE Slater Shoots: Hop on an Adventure at Every Print "My work is really personal to me, with imagery taken on trips and adventures and each one holds a real memory for me." Emma of Slater Shoots
ECO ALLIANCE Fred Lanthier and Her Universe of Charming Art "The most important thing is to have fun while creating! I keep telling myself to continue to work and find new ways to get inspired." Fred Lanthier
ECO ALLIANCE The Gladdest Thing: Encouragement through Stationery and Home Goods "To me, sustainability means recognizing my impact on the planet—both environmentally and economically—and being intentional about that impact." Mac Ford, founder of The Gladdest Thing
ECO ALLIANCE LollyPop’s Catwalk: Feline Fashion with Cat-titude “My goal is to give pets and their humans a fashionable way to stay connected.” – Hannah, founder of LollyPops Catwalk.
ECO ALLIANCE PonkyWots: Celebrating Uniqueness Through Quirky Art “Create something that you enjoy making and don’t worry about what others may think.” – PonkyWots founder, Jade.
ECO ALLIANCE Hardy Homemade: Precious Little Dolls from Upcycled Heirloom Fabrics "I hope to be an example to others on sustainable living." – Lexie, Founder of Hardy Homemade
ECO ALLIANCE PJ's Kitchen: Making Every Table the Kids' Table "It was the way food brings people together that inspired me to start PJ's Kitchen." Zanny, owner of PJ's Kitchen
ECO ALLIANCE Afakasi Prints: Representing Sāmoan Culture and Making a Difference "For me, it's important to practice sustainability where I can so that I can make a difference and be an example for other small business owners." Amanda, owner of Afakasi Prints
ECO ALLIANCE Musical Instrument Needs Made Easy with Simply for Strings "Sustainability to us means the quality of the products being so present you can both see it, and hear it. It means instruments that last a lifetime, and can be handed down to the next generation." Simply For Strings
ECO ALLIANCE Maidfetish: Pins Representing Art and Self-Expression "I like to be able to express my love for lingerie and female form via art." Jem of Maidfetish
BIZ ADVICE How to Ship a Package: A Guide for Ecommerce Merchants Getting your shipping right will do wonders for your brand and your bottom line. Here's how to calculate rates, select the right materials and label packages.
ECO ALLIANCE Sharing the Happy through Embroidery with Pastel Atelier "It’s important to shape the present in such a way that a future worth living is possible." Betül, founder of Pastel Atelier
noissue 101 10 Unique Ways to Use Custom Cards in Your Packaging Custom cards are a great way to use a packaging insert to connect more meaningfully with your customers. Need a little inspiration? Here's 10 ideas for how to use them.
ECO ALLIANCE Maroc the Label: Celebrating Women with Carefully Handmade Sandals "I think the effects of fast fashion and factory-made objects are finally being realized. I value knowing the origins & impacts of my purchases." Georgia, founder of Maroc the Label
ECO ALLIANCE Cultural Comfort Dishes with The Stock Pot "Make food that you love, that you would pay for. That sounds cliche, but connecting with food is what brings people together." Ian and Courtney of The Stock Pot
ECO ALLIANCE Arun Soy Candle: Eco-friendly Flicker of Happiness My vision is to keep creating candles that can make people happy and relaxed, while also being environmentally conscious." Bell, founder of Arun Soy Candle
ECO ALLIANCE Side by Side: Eco-Conscious EDC for the Busy and Always On-the-Go "Inspired by today’s digital nomad, we make products that are smart and functional to help streamline any journey, from daily commute to long-haul travels." Antoine, founder and CEO of Side by Side