21 Mar 2008

Urbanstax

So I set up a new etsy store where I stock 'remixed' items. It is called Urbanstax. I enjoy making new things out of old so this will feature paper goods made out of 'repurposed' paper, shopper bags made out of old plastic bags, and so on. Hopefully the shop will evolve as I go on. Just my version of doing the green thing.

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I have started off with a collection of envelopes featuring Danish urban design strategy. They are fun because the are maps/plans on the outside and text on the inside. Some of the text talks about water strategy, conservation of old buildings, developing of green parks and so on. I like that each one is of the same place but slightly different because it is talking about another strategy.

They are mainly in a bold but simple graphic style in blue, white, blue and grey. A few of them are brighter colours.

Have a look, give me your thoughts. http://www.urbanstax.etsy.com

A big thank you to Rekindled for doing a feature on Urbanstax and the envelopes. Do stop by her blog and say hello.

Oh yeah, have a great easter weekend too!

9 comments:

Smarty Pants said...

Way to go green! I like the maps.

High Desert Diva said...

Great use of old maps...congrats on the second shop!

Caroline said...

Great idea! I'm fascinated by maps, and I think they make excellent paper products.

Unknown said...

Wonderful paper items!

Amity said...

The new shop is looking great and HAPPY BIRTHDAY for today!

Rosebud Collection said...

Your shop looks great..Happy Birthday and have a wonderful Easter..

Serena said...

love the map envelopes! they look awesome! Happy Birthday too!

Unknown said...

love your use of ephemera....beautiful work. oh, and happy happy birthday!

Urbanknit said...

Thank you all for the encouragement and comments and birthday wishes. I had a fab birthday. Dim sum and then cocktails with some friends. Was a lot of fun!

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