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A Wiimote wrapped in hemp: high-times indeed

Posted: December 12th, 2008 | Author: caden | Filed under: Games | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , | No Comments »
1b258_hemp-mote-01 A Wiimote wrapped in hemp: high-times indeed

What you’re looking at is an actual Wiimote and nunchuk wrapped in high-grade hemp. Modder DHRECK wanted to recontextualize Nintendo’s controller by turning the sterile, white plastic into something much more natural. In his words, “In stark contrast with the original Wii-mote set, what was once sleek, cold, white and hard plastic has now become a slightly fuzzy, natural, warm and textured concoction.” We know what you’re thinking — and the answer appears to be no.

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Gift wrap the eco-friendly way

Posted: November 21st, 2008 | Author: JohnKae | Filed under: Food/Drink | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | No Comments »

sky3001.jpegHere’s a beautiful, earth-friendly, waste-free wrapping alternative for your holiday gifts: ZenWraps. Based on the Japanese technique called furoshiki, these gorgeous, reusable, biodegradable fabric wraps (made with 100% organic cotton, hemp, or silk) make gift giving an eco-pleasure. The ZenWrap website provides simple online wrapping instructions, and there’s no tape, ribbon, or tools required.

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