SHOPPING BAGS, TRASH BAGS, DRY-CLEANING BAGS. They litter our streets, collect in our landfills and clutter our cupboards.
Well-known textile designer, Sheila Odessey is turning plastic bags into chic one-of-a-kind bags and totes. Since her lay-off this past spring, she has started her own business designing eco-friendly, custom made accessories. Each bag is distinctive on its own and the collection is a clever and fashionable delight. A must have accessory on every “green” girl’s list.
These unique bags are all hand-made with various recycled plastics from department stores, drug stores, boutiques to unused trash bags. Odessey cuts them into strips and weaves them into fabric to produce environmentally friendly one-of-a-kind bags and totes. The color and/or graphics of each individual plastic bag create a distinctive design and novel texture when woven into cloth resulting in a singular and original artwork.
Other important facts:
· Made in the U.S.A.
· Woman-owned business
· Green business
· All handwoven
· Original artwork
· Choices include a range of totes, clutches, cosmetic bags and messenger bags
· Full range of colors
· Prices range from $25-$150
· Americans alone, throw away approximately 100 billion plastic bags a year and only 1% are recycled
· It takes an estimated 12 million barrels of oil to produce those 100 billion plastic bags
You can view the entire line at www.sheilaodessey.com
