Five Gorgeous, Eco Friendly Purses on Etsy

by Becky Striepe August 23, 2010, 3:30 am 102 Views

Not only can buying handmade be better for the environment, you can feel good that your hard earned cash is going to help support an independent artist rather than some big box store. These lovely purses are all handmade and eco-friendly to boot!

1. Mr. Mooney Messenger Bag

Artist Mandinka makes these entirely from recycled men’s suits! Don’t you just adore the little details, like the key ring on the side?

Written by Becky Striepe

My name is Becky Striepe (rhymes with “sleepy”), and I am a crafts and food writer from Atlanta, Georgia with a passion for making our planet a healthier, happier, and more compassionate place to live. My mission is to make vegan food and crafts accessible to everyone!. If you like my work, you can also find me on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.