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Cracked Windshields Turned into Pilsner Glasses, Green Gift Ideas

November 30, 2010 by serge the concierge

I don't think that every object made with recycled materials qualifies as a must buy.

Especially when it is purchased as a gift. A little whimsy is great. It still has to look good.

If you are looking for interesting gift ideas with a green slant, Uncommon Goods offers these well-traveled Pilsner Glasses.

Here's the product sheet:

"Handmade in Colombia of recycled glass from old car windshields, sturdy and strong, these heavy glasses have a slight green hue from the tint originally added to lessen the sun's glare.

Each is one of a kind and will vary. Sold as a pair for $20.

Remake-Remodel-Recycle Holiday Shopping for Green Day # 155

Previously: Smells Like Terroir, Shoes Prove It, Buvons Nature, 15 Wine Makers, Paris, December 10-12

Posted on November 30, 2010 in Consumer Products, Food and Drink, Gift Ideas, Green Day, Personal Organizer, Serge the Concierge, To Do Lists, Web/Tech, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0)

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