Swedish company Naty are well known for their line of Nature Babycare eco disposable nappies and wipes and are now venturing into the world of organic children’s fashion! Continuing the company...
High end fashion houses aren’t particularly renowned for their eco friendly business practices, but that might be all about to change. Gucci have just released a sunglass range made from liquid wood....
Snap up a bargain at our sale! There are so many better things to do than count stock in preparation for end of financial year, so at State of Green we have been busy marking down items to clear the ...
Upcycled felted sweater hotties Today’s eco design find is totally inspired by the current weather down here in Melbourne. Today the wind blew strong and the rain fell hard – it came stra...
Once you read a book (yes a real paperback one), do you put it in a bookcase never to be read again, give it away to a friend, or pack it up for donation to the local welfare store or second hand boo...
A few weeks ago, a little email appeared in our inbox. It was politely and modestly written, asking kindly if we would be interested in sharing their new design concept with you all. Looking through ...
It’s always fun to celebrate a milestone –It marks an achievement, progress and time to set new goals. This week we hit 2,000 likes on our facebook page, and just last week we gained 1,000 followers ...
If you are planning your unique outfit for the Spring Racing Carnival later in the year, attending a formal ball or dance, or want to attend an event in a unique vintage dress…ladies, here’s your cha...
If you love a good mystery full of secret rooms hidden behind unassuming walls, the UnWaste bookcase is sure to impress! Recently installed into a warehouse in Melbourne’s CBD, this James Bond inspir...
Some images from our new Pinterest page Have you heard about Pinterest, or are you still trying to work out Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+…. oh the list of social media is becoming somew...
Just three weeks ago in Melbourne the weather was warm, actually, hot!. This week however has seen the top temperature plummet to a brisk top of 15 degrees! A stark reminder that winter is about to s...
Australia is just bursting with design talent, some of which was showcased last week at the Australian Interior Design Awards 2012. Across the 15 different award categories, there was one in particul...
How are YOU spoiling your mum this Mother’s Day? If you need a gentle reminder of the date, it’s in just TWO weeks – Sunday May 13th!! So if you haven’t already, get on the ph...
Artist Juliet Collins uses recycled materials in her artwork that focuses on the female form. Her nudes are sensual, cheeky and meditative. Some of her works put me in a contemplative frame of mind, ...
At the State of Green online store we have lots of fab products, but there was one product in particular that flew out the door late last year as soon as it arrived. And we haven’t been able to get ...
We love keeping our eyes peeled for furniture pieces that are a little out of the ordinary, and fly the sustainability flag loud and clear. One such piece I had the pleasure of seeing in the flesh ju...
This week we are having a bit of an iPhone theme. Why? Because I just happen to be the new owner of an iPhone 4s! I have been looking for a cover, and all the silicon and plastic covers hold no ap...
I love keeping a eye out for useful and well designed products to get in store at State of Green. Being a small store, it is impossible to stock everything I love, which is one of the reasons I star...
Do you find when you need to go shopping for furniture, you can’t quite find what you need? But when you are not looking, fab designs seem to catch your eye everywhere? Case in point this week, is ...
Listen up hoarders! Your chance to create some much needed space in your shed, cupboard, spare room, or under your bed is just a few weeks away. Listen up collectors! Your chance to snag a bargain or...
Finding interesting pieces of art for your kids bedroom room is not the easiest of tasks ~ that is if you don’t want the standard counting or alphabet poster. Marcelle Crosby may be about to change ...
Have you ever received a recipe for a piece of furniture? It may be a crazy thought, but new Australian design graduate Dale Hardiman is winning numerous accolades for his Kid’s Straw Stool, which w...
Who is tired of plastic packaging on almost EVERYTHING you buy from the supermarket? From bread loaves, to tomatoes and lettuce in plastic wrapped in more plastic ~ It’s hard to avoid! Yes it would...
The Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2012 attracts thousands of visitors each year. The array of talent is jaw dropping, inspiring and makes you absolutely LOVE the outdoors in all it...
Once upon a time, sourcing organic cotton textiles with modern stylish prints was a difficult task. But thanks to a growing interest in sustainable textile design, seeking out contemporary prints on...
There are two talented designers in Australia who are leading the charge when it comes to promoting sustainability in design. Their names are Liane Rossler and Sarah K. Over the years they have indi...
Handmade craft is making a comeback. Some miss the mark, but others are capturing the flavour of old, and making it relvant to modern day style. Illustrator, visual artist and fashion/textile design...
Move aside big ugly plastic transformers, as there is a cute little man in town called Jo Transforfun. He not only looks cute, but he is also is made from sustainable beech timber and is a whole lot ...
On rainy days, where do you dry clothes other than the electric sucking dryer? Do you string up clothes around the house on racks, door handles and curtain rails in full view of that unexpected visit...
Sleeping bags aren’t just for the camping set ~ Sydney based designers Love Mae have just released an incredibly cute range of baby sleeping bags that not only look dreamy, but feel wonderfully soft ...
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