Reuse Economy
The reuse economy is a real thing. Nicole McGee started her business, Plenty Underfoot, inspired by the materials that she sourced at ZeroLandfill. But having a business making objects and jewelry from upcycled materials was not enough for her. Nicole is all about community – the building of it, the supporting of it and the celebrating of it. Nicole began Collective Upcycle which is a pop up shop that supports and celebrates the reuse artists and artisans in the Cleveland... Read More
4th day of reuse
The reuse economy is a real thing. Nicole McGee started her business, Plenty Underfoot, inspired by the materials that she sourced at ZeroLandfill. But having a business making objects and jewelry from upcycled materials was not enough for her. Nicole is all about community – the building of it, the supporting of it and the celebrating of it. Nicole began Collective Upcycle which is a pop up shop that supports and celebrates the reuse artists and artisans in the Cleveland... Read More
Pop Up Stores
Pop up stores are trending. In a nutshell, pop up stores are temporary shops that aim to sell merchandise or generate buzz and then close up. An internet search points to a growing list of pop-up stores that open for the holidays. Everything from branded stores with a small storefront to the entrepreneurial artist or crafter with an eye for product to fit a niche. In Portland, OR, potential retailers compete for the coveted spaces to locate their stores. In Northeast Ohio,... Read More
Happy National Reuse Day
What, you haven’t heard?. Our friends at Reuse Alliance are petitioning the US Senate Committee on the Environment to designate October 20th as National Reuse Day. The purpose of National Reuse Day will be to promote the social, environmental and economic benefits of reuse and encourage more people to join the movement toward creating a cleaner environment and a greener economy. National Reuse Day will be the only nationally recognized day dedicated to encouraging Americans... Read More
SmartSale + ZeroLandfill artists
Two ZeroLandfill Cleveland artists have participated in SmartHome at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History this summer. All of the artwork selected for the home was through the lens of sustainability whether, materials, process or theme. The SmartHome exhibition is ending this Friday, October 7. All of the artwork is available for purchase at the SmartSale on Sunday, October 9. Meet our ZeroLandfill Cleveland artists in the SmartHome: Tricia Lazuka brings a lively interest... Read More
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