Every girl that has seen this bag instantly falls in love with the idea of a handbag made out of recycled magazines. It’s very stunning, with vibrant colors and a glossy-finish look over the entire bag.

The bag is very spacious with interior pockets for keys and other small items. But it doesn’t stop there, it’s waterproof, that’s where the glossy-finish look comes from! It has a flap magnetic clasp closure and weighs 1lb. It’s dimensions are: 14.5″ x 3.5″ x 11.”

The bag comes in red, yellow, orange, pink, blue, black, and multi-color (as shown).

Right now the bag is $72.50 at UrthBags!

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These Recycled Sea Shell Bags are popping up everywhere! They are small and easy to pack around so it doesn’t surprise me that I have seen several around the beaches this summer.

This bag has a beautiful satin fabric lining, buffalo horn handle and closes with a magnetic clasp. It weighs 0.6lbs., and measures 7″ x 2″ x 6.” It comes in different shades of brown, and has an interior pocket that is great for your cell phone or iPod.

If you like these Recycled Sea Shell bags, they are going for $42 over at UrthBags right now.

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These gorgeous bags are made completely out of Recycled Juice Boxes. One of the bags is fun, fresh and multi-colored, and the other is silver and has a more elegant, and dressed-up feel.

Both of these handbags have wooden handles, weigh only 0.4lbs. and are available in a variety of colors (as shown). The bags dimensions are 14.5″ x 10.”

The bag is currently priced at $63.50 at UrthBags! Both are very popular right now, and of course, eco-friendly!

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Another stylish bag option for those who are environmentally conscious and like to start trends rather than follow them. This stunning handbag is made out of recycled magazines. It features magazine images and page cut-outs on every side and up both handles.

It’s waterproof, includes pockets for your cell phone or iPod in it’s very spacious interior, and has a zipper for closure. It’s dimensions are 12.5″ x 6.5″ x 8.5,” and only weights 1 lb. So very light and easy to pack around. It also comes in a variety of colors like blue, yellow, grey, brown, red, and multi-color (as shown).

There aren’t many people that have this bag yet, but judging by the unique and clever design, it will probably be everywhere before the summer ends! So if you are a eco-friendly, trend-pioneer, hurry and get one before everyone else.

Right now, this bag is priced at $68 at UrthBags!

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For the next few posts we’ll be focusing on giving some great alternatives to the traditional handbags and clutches.  This time, we’re going for recycled and green ones, including clutches and other types of handbags.

This particular handbag is made out of recycled juice boxes.  It’s definitely a handbag that gets a ton of comments and questions – most likely the ones that ask where you got a handbag like this.

It’s a large teardrop-style handbag with a metal clasp closure. It measures 14″ x 3.5″ x 12″ and weighs 0.8 lbs, so it’s pretty light and durable.  It also comes in a variety of colors like silver, yellow/blue, orange, purple, red, multi-color/silver (shown).

I’ve only seen a few other women with bags like this – a few celebrities and some of my friends who are much more fashionable than I am.  If you’re fashion-forward and have a green / eco-friendly way about you, you can accomplish both with this recycled juice box bag.

Right now, it’s priced at $69.50 over at UrthBags, and well worth it!

Enjoy!

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Croatia is one of the most under traveled, and thus most stunning, European destinations. The Dalmatian Coast, on the Adriatic Sea, provides beautiful, clear blue water and places rich in culture and history, without the Americanization found in more touristy European locales. Croatia and the Dalmatian Coast is best experienced by spending time enjoying the scenery and the people, immersing yourself in the way of life that is so different than Western Europe. One specific way to experience Croatia is through a sea kayaking tour of Dubrovnik and the Elafati Islands, on the southwestern coast of the country. Travelers fly into Dubrovnik and stay on an island or a bay near the city’s busy Old Town. The days of the trip are spent kayaking between islands and along the coast, swimming, snorkeling, biking, and sightseeing at various destinations. The Elafati Islands just off the coast provide hidden and undisturbed refuges to explore and experience. In the evenings, you are welcome to continue your discovery along the coast, or settle in for an evening in Dubrovnik. Personally, my favorite part of Dubrovnik and the surrounding areas is sitting on the Old Town Stradun (the main piazza) at night, people-watching, licking an ice cream cone, and enjoying the atmosphere of this European oasis. The Old Town provides no shortage of activity, with options such as walking the city walls, exploring art galleries, browsing the dozens of little shops, and dining on the fantastic Croatian cuisine.

Another interesting excursion just a short drive away from Dubrovnik is the remarkable Bosnian city, Mostar. Croatian currency is accepted in this part of Bosnia, thus making it an easy day trip. Mostar, a completely safe Bosnian city, is home to many Muslims, which makes it a fascinating place to explore a different culture. You can look over the city from the top of one of the many mosques’ minarets that decorate the horizon. Mostar provides an experience you won’t find elsewhere in western Europe and for me has provided a more lasting impression than anywhere else I’ve been. The best part about Bosnia and Croatia, however, is the price. Since both places don’t use the Euro, eating, sleeping, shopping, and experiencing can be done at a much lower price than found in most of western Europe. Croatia provides ample activity and action, all close together, unique to this area. Come here to have a true European experience at a fraction of the price, while steering clear of heavy tourist traffic. The price of an 8 day sea kayaking excursion (excluding flights) is €494 – €630.

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