The last computer case I bought was from Etsy and was made from all recycled materials. I got so many compliments on it and it lasted for five years. Recently I was on the hunt for a new eco-friendly laptop cover and was pleased to find a lot of great options, all upcycled from various materials. Some of those materials included tire tubes, wetsuits and motorcycle jackets. Pretty cool!
So I thought I’d share a couple of my finds, including the one I picked for myself.
Reincarnations Biker Jacket Mac Book Air Case
It’s made from an upcycled biker jacket and repurposed khaki pants.
Looptworks Hoptu Laptop Case
Made from 100% recycyled neoprene, leftover wetsuit material.
FritzandFraulein Cement Sack and Leather Case
Made from a vintage Portland cement bag. The leather piece is made from a repurposed saddle.
Uncommon Goods Recycled Bike Tube Case
Made from recycled bicycle tire tubes, sourced from local bike shops. And, it’s water resistant!
TheHub305 Green-E Case
This is the one I went with, though it was a tough choice. The exterior is made of 100% recycled rubber and they even use recycled packaging.
Do you have any favorite eco-friendly cases?
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