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Follow on Google News | This Father’s Day – Don’t BBQ - EBQ! How thinking in an Eco-logical way can be the best giftEco-logical gift ideas for Dad this Father's Day
The influence of the reuse doctrine has even influenced the most iconic of ‘Dad-oriented’ “Father’s Day in particular, has inspired a long tradition of creating DIY gifts for men, one worth continuing. From construction paper ties, to soup tin pencil holders – children have been embracing upcycling since long before it was a popular trend in crafting and design,” says Linda Bodo, the author of The Art of Upcycle. “There is an amazing amount of highly creative projects out there utilizing upcycling techniques, ranging from fun and easy projects for kids, to more sophisticated and complex items for us older kids.” The influence of the ‘reuse’ doctrine covers a full spectrum of potential Father’s Day gifts. Altered silk neck ties are a great option for Dads out there for who work in an office. With just simple embroidery or silk-screening you can take an existing tie from boring and dated, to current and fashionable. This Father’s Day, think Eco-logically and help the planet while celebrating your dad. Eco-logical In an era of social consciousness, sustainable living has become the latest designer trend. The concept has caught on with eco-logical artisans, or upcyclers, who create iconic pieces from waste stream materials. These objects articulate a poignant message of today’s consumerism while inspiring creative methods to reduce our carbon footprint. Blur the line between art and craft with recycle-based designs through the art of upcycling. Linda will be touring Western Canada beginning June 26- visit her website at www.absolutebodo.com for tour information and more eco-logical upcycling -30- To book an interview contact Rachel Sentes, Publicist rachel@gal-fridaypublicity.com 604-366-7846 # # # gal-friday is a publicist, and freelance writer She works with authors, agents, publishers, businesses and cool arts causes. She is partnered with Brian Wood- a non-fiction literary agent in Vancouver to maximize publicity exposure End
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