Katharine Hamnett @ Yoox

Serving up some fun eco-friendly summer time fashions is 80's fashion staple Katharine Hamnett. The kids over at Yoox are hosting this fashion sale event and if your in need of a sext bathing suit or t-shirts for the hubby, check the stuff out. www.yoox.com

"Grow a Tree in the D" Contest winners

We had a contest at AShirtBag to see what classroom out of 5 different schools and over 500 children could grow the largest/tallest amount of trees while learning the importance of what trees do for our environment. Well Logan Elementary won and had had a pizza party and prizes and all sorts of fun. Congrats Diane Sampson for making this happen with your kids.

You Are The Bomb.....

Wash With Joe Body Wash

Im not one for body wash, adult tri-cycles or strangely favored ice creams but this was sent to me to try out and Ill have to admit its really weird and wonderful. www.urbanoutfitters.com

Sonic Fabric ties

Fabric made from recycled tape cassette.... Yes its true .... what will these kids think up next? Im diggin on the ties pictured above and the overall look of the companies stuff. www.sonicfabric.com

Mioculture Wool I-pad case

One of my favorite companys just introduced these wool felt I-pad cases in a muliptle of sizes and colors.They are renewable,recyclable and compostable, unlike my I-pad but Im sold. www.mioculture.com

Emeco chair -recycled soda pop bottle versions

Amazing colors, recycled plastic and a classic design. The Emeco chair has received an update in colors and materials. Made from soda pop bottles and these colors are yums. Cant wait for them to hit the sales floor. www.emeco.net

Rapanui Clothing

Its seems that the options for cool and sustainable clothing for men are limited . Im over the American Apparel stuff and how much Patagonia can you own. A reader sent over some info about this collection of super yummy earth friendly clothing . The hemp jackets, bamboos socks and organic cotton 3-d print t-sht is kicking my rump. The tee reminders me of a Comme Des Garcons one I had and worn to bit years ago and the hemp jacket is perfect for the cool east coast nights on the beach Ill be taking this summer.Check this stuff out . www.rapanuiclothing.com

Happy Memorial day weekend

We have not been posting much lately because we have been in the schools teaching and working on next years programs in the Detroit Public Schools but after we return from a quick trip to the south, well announce the winner of our "7 things you can do in 7 days to save the environment" contest and more exciting news happening at AShirtBag... STAY TUNED..its gonna be good and have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend..thanks Jeff

Poketo tote bags

Poketo up-cycles these totes bags from suits and make dragging your stuff around chic again. Check out the site for a ton of other amazing nibbles and bits www.poketo.com

Norma Kamali Eco-Goddess

Norma Kamali has been around for ever. She has been creating numerous different eco-clothing collections for her shop on 56th street and Walmart as well as a organic line of beauty and wellness goods that are unstoppable. The new wellness cafe at her store is the bomb. Check her out at www.normakamali.com and get on board.

Gray Pants Design

I had seen some of this design firms stuff in NYC a while back, but they made an even bigger splash at ICFF with these cardboard box lights... www.graypants.com

Katch Design Company

It was design week in NYC and here are some of my favorite eco-designs.. Katch Co makes these rad stools and side table from recycled construction beams.. Yummy www.katchdesigncompany.com

Get your pen out.....

And throw the others away...cause these pens rock and are earth friendly www.dba.com

Style Rookie is an Eco Diva

While reading my morning blogs, I came across this post from the fabu teenage fashion blogger Tavi. The dress above is made from candy wrappers...AMAZING. She is really a inspiration to all ..www.stylerookie.com

Elle Light Project

Elle Magazine asked a bunch of designers for handbags ideas that could translate to Eco-friendly ideas. Read more about this fabu solar powered Loeffler Randall bag and others at www.elle.com

Tips to save money the Eco-Way

So many tips and so little time. Check out these tips on save money the eco-way. www.inhabitots.com

Branch Home

This site has so many cool eco-gifts and items for your home my head explodes. Check them out if your looking for a unique gift or a treat for yourself. www.branchhome.com

The Community House / Green Breeze

AShirtBag will be on hand for this event in downtown Birmingham on July 24 with lots of goodies and info about us and The Community House. www.communityhouse.com Don't forget to drop off your tank-tops NOW at The Community House. The collection bin (picture above) is located downstairs in the center because AShirtBags gonna make bags outta them benefiting both charity's..

Eco-Chic Hotels

It could be solar and wind powered, have a green roof or just a LEED certification but these eco-chic hotels are all great options when traveling in the states or over seas. www.ritzcarlton.com www.threecamellodge.com www.hilton.com

Best Buy Recycle It

The people at BestBuy dont care where you bought it, Just recycle it at the store nearest you ..

We like this.. www.bestbuy.com

Loreal Serie Nature

Loreal's first eco-line for salons just launched this past month, but I'm sure the regular public line will be availible in every drug store by the summer, Stop by your local salon that supports this product and try it out.. www.loreal.com

I and D Paris

Chic, Chic, Eco-Chic......Enough said. Get to the website and start drooling over everything. www.ianddparis.com

Wasara paper bowls

These paper bowls from Wasara are just beautiful and I dont wanna throw them into the compost bin after using them ..They are made from paper and are chic and of course from Japan. www.wasara.com

GodSpeed Furniture

Lets start the month of May out right with all things good eco design. GodSpeed does amazing things with scraps and bits while retaining the highest quality and innovative design. More info here at www.yatzer.com

AShirtBag Celebrity Earth Week auction preview party

Join us this Thursday evening April 22, 6-8pm At Pluto 400 Hamilton Row in Birmingham for nibbly bits and cocktails while previewing the Michigan Born and Bred celebrity AShirtBag's up for auction the following day on eBay.

Dont forget to pick up a fabu gift bag filled with goodies from Figo Salon, Randys Granola,TIGI haircare,Scout and Pure Food 2U. Bid on these bags friday morning on ebay myworld.ebay.com/ashirtbag

Victorinox pertex vest

Made from recycled pop bottles, Victorinox pertex vest is both stylish and will keep you dry and warm while being earth friendly. www.victorinox.com

Vie Luxe soy candles

Soy candles that smell amazing and add a touch of luxury to any room in your home. www.vieluxe.com

Shift your Habit book

This book has tons of information about becoming eco in every way. www.amazon.com

Timberland tire boat shoes

These great boat shoes for men are made from recycled tires and make strolling down the street look cool and are earth freindly.. www.timberland.com

Physicians formula refillable bamboo compact

This ones for the gals....Physicians Formula bamboo compact is refillable and eco-chic...and availible at target or online at www.ulta.com

Zegna Sport ecotech solar jacket

This bomb jacket from Zegna Sport has solar panels built in for recharging your phone or i-pod on the go...How cool is that www.zegnasport.com