There are times that I feel like Indiana Jones, on the search for the long lost missing good for me and our planet item. Something that's going to make the world a better place. Environmentally friendly products and affordable (HA!) Some can be easily found, some not so much and some sadly are just using a marketing ploy to sell a product that is nowhere to being helpful to all of us.
Lately I have been on the lookout for better shipping supplies. The hardest to find are boxes to ship large paintings or framed paintings, which is one of the reasons why I ship my paintings flat (no frames, sometimes not matted.) I still haven't found anything truly convenient except just getting boxes from UPS or Fed Ex. U-Haul or any moving business can be a good place to find a large flat box as well. Depending on the piece there might be no choice but to crate it. Shipping can get convoluted and expensive.
And how funny it was that Etsy sent me a link to Ecoenclose because of an algorithm that noticed that I had all the right words on an art piece. And I got excited, they have all the stuff that I wished I didn't have to use anymore, like bubble wrap, tissue paper and nice small boxes to store my junk journals in. They have a variety of shipping boxes, and I believe they can do a special size for you, paper tape, fillers all recycled and friendly.
I know there is a buzz going on about how recycling isn't any better but paper will degrade where unfortunately plastic takes years. They can even use algae ink to put your design or name on the packaging...very cool. They have stickers and can print note cards for you. It all depends what you want for your business. What you want to do for your customers.
Remember... I'm just sharing my journey. I get really excited when I see more and more items that move us away from plastics and toxic chemicals. And I love sharing this with you. So check them out you might find something for your own personal use Ecoenclose.
Till next time,
Love and Peace,
Dolores
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