I
am committed to sustainability and always looking for ways to improve
my production methods. My studio is in a building that uses greywater,
recycling, and compost systems. Most of my studio furniture and storage
is reused/repurposed/recycled from the Center for Creative Reuse,
yard sales, flea markets etc.
PAPER PRODUCTS: I am currently printing my cards on recycled
(30% postconsumer) paper which is made with 100% windpower-generated
electricity; the paper production process is certified sustainable
by GreenSeal and the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). Most envelopes
are made with 30-50% postconsumer waste and are FSC-certified; they
are purchased from a company that uses windpower and recycled shipping
materials. I am researching paper options so my next paper purchase
should be 100% postconsumer waste! When stores require cards to be
packaged in plastic, I am using compostable/biodegradable EarthFirst
PLA Film.
ART/CRAFT: I
always keep my eye out for art & craft supplies that can be reused/repurposed
from SCRAP, the Center for Creative Reuse, yard sales, etc.