Eco Design Fair December 2008. Eco goodies galore....

Tweet this Post I hope you managed to make it down to Brick Lane this weekend to see the myriad of wonderful (and some weird!) eco design products, people and concepts at the Eco Design fair. Despite the rain, wind and chilly boiler house conditions, the fair was buzzing. The air was filled with the scent of warm mulled wine and mince pies and eco savvy Christmas shoppers had their purses poised.

We were delighted to have a range of work from several designers on show, all of which attracted the admiration of the public. People thought Karin Helena Turner's gift wrap was beautiful, one lady was so delighted with it she bought a piece to frame in her hallway. EaKo's fire hose belts were a hit and Stella's coasters were snapped up. All of the designers work on show (without exception) were showered with compliments - Audrey Hayes striking scorched wooden stools and sculpture, even became a bit of a touch stone at the show.

There was a great range of wonderful eco products on show and from so many different companies, small and large, new and old. One of the Pure Design team was lucky enough to be asked to 'model' for a shoulder massage demonstration from our holistic therapy neighbours - I was obviously in the wrong place when that offer went out!

My thanks to all the designers who provided their work for us to include in the fair, to Louise Kamara for organising such a great event, and also to our intrepid volunteers who helped in front of and behind the scenes. We can all rest easy now knowing there are a few more eco friendly pressies out there being placed under the tree, and wrapped in Karin's eco paper - it might be a green Christmas after all...

Image: Elaine and Pure Design @ Eco Design Fair, Truman Brewery London, December 2008Tweet the Post

Last Minute, Easy Eco Gifts - Eco Design Fair @Truman Brewery this Saturday

Tweet this Post This Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th December is your chance to browse and buy fabulous, unique, designer eco gifts, at one of London's leading Eco Design fairs.

Taking place at the Truman Brewery, in Brick Lane.

The fair opens 12-7pm Saturday and 11am-7pm Sunday and looks to be bigger and better than ever. Pure Design will have eco-fashion, jewellery, furniture, sculpture, lighting, throws, belts and bags from a range of our designers. Designers include: Oria Ethical Jewellers, Susiemaroon, Stella Corrall, Laura's Loom, Audrey Hayes, EaKo, Esther B, Julie Roberts, Tamasyn Gambell and Karin Helena Turner Designers. We will also have some fantastic last minute bargains for you, and we will be offering a free eco gift wrapping service on all Pure Design purchases over £25.

So, if you are looking for the last of your Christmas presents, or just want to treat yourself and join in the festive eco fun, come and visit us at the fair this weekend.

.....see you there! Elaine x

Images: Susiemaroon vegetable tanned leather ToolBelt, Oria Ethical Jewellery Silver necklace (recommended in the Guardian Gift Guide 2008), and recycled plastic and fabric coasters by Stella Corrall.

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Pre-Christmas Sale & Bargains Galore

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What better way to beat those winter blues with some eco friendly bargain hunting with Pure Design. There is currently 10% off all products across the online store until Christmas Eve. And the even better news is that you don't have to queue from dawn in the cold, or arm wrestle your way to the till! Everything you need is right infront of you (accompanied by your flexible friend of course!). Click here to visit Pure Design online boutique.

By doing your Christmas shopping online you can save on fuel, parking, and carbon emissions. It's the greener way to do it.

I recommend your pour yourself a warming glass of mulled wine and nestling down in a comfy sofa to browse our collections at your leisure. We have some fab new ethical jewellery from Oria Ethical Jewellery, Coasters by Stella Corrall, and the softest warmest throws by Laura's Loom. And if you are stuck for ideas why not try our suggestions under our Gift Ideas.

However, if you simply can't resist the thrill of the high street bargain pursuit, you can always visit us this Saturday 22nd November at Bohemian Butterfly, 18 Kensington Church Street, which is sadly the last day of our showcase there (a big thank you to BB for their hospitality). However a very exciting day for our customers as we are offering a super special discount of 25% off display pieces. Failing that, your last chance to see us in the flesh this year will be at the eco-design fair Truman Brewery on Saturday and Sunday 13/14th Dec near Brick Lane.

Don't forget though that all the amazing eco designer products in our collection are handmade and limited editions, so if you have your heart set on something, don't hesitate!

Image: Stella Corrall, Recycled plastic coasters. Set of four from £13.50 (sale price).Tweet the Post

EaKo Scoops HSBC Start-Up Stars Green Award for 2008

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We are extremely pleased to announce that EaKo (one of Pure Design's featured eco designers) has scooped the respected Green Award from HSBCs Start Up Stars event. Well done them! The timing is also perfect as EaKo are launching their new range of Fire Hose eco accessories. The Fire Hose range of products are all available to order from Pure Design.

The range includes a fabulous ladies Tote, men's saddle bag, wash bag, card holder and four very hip styles of unisex belts. And for a limited time only the full range of products are available to see and buy at our Pure Design showcase at Bohemian Butterfly (until 22 November). Bohemian Butterfly is an independent jewellery store located on Kensington Church Street, London, nearest tube High Street K ensington. Please see our post dated Monday 13th october for more details on the showcase. Please note EaKo's full range will be available to order from Pure Design throughout this period and in the future.

We will also be selling EaKo FireHose products at this year's eco design fair in Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London on 13/14th December. So there's plenty of chances to bag yourself a truly eco and stylish accessory or christmas gift, and no excuse to miss out!Tweet the Post