Go green this St. Patrick’s Day! But why? The original color associated with St. Patrick was blue not green. Over the years though, the color green and its association with the holiday grew because the shamrock, a three-leaved plant, was used by St. Patrick to explain the Holy Trinity to Irish people. From the 17^th century on, the wearing and display of shamrocks have become a symbol for the day.  Interesting, right? Keep reading →

You know that Izzit loves to connect you with the coolest, most innovative and sustainably produced products on the market.  Along with these product and brand connections, we think it’s super-important for consumers to learn more about the groups that work every day to improve our environment, certify the credibility of green-marketed products, and advance public knowledge of important sustainability issue.

To that end – here’s a little multi-faceted Holiday gift from us to you…and the oceans.  More specifically, some knowledge for you, some support for our oceans, and something to put under the tree for a loved-one this season. Keep reading →

Dogs don’t care where their toys come from; they’re just happy to have something new to play with.  And if your dogs are like mine, they’ll likely eat their new plaything whether the toy is meant to be edible or not.

Rope toys are every dog’s dream, but they don’t always last forever, so it’s nice to give them toys that already have a history of sustainability before they reach their last legs. The Recycled Sweater Dog Toys made by Bark for Peace are made from recycled wool sweaters and blankets salvaged from thrift stores. The garments are disinfected in eco-friendly products, turned into strips and braided to form the rope toys that my dogs would not be able to wait to unravel. Not only does this unique pet product allow animals to make their own contribution in going green, it does them a favor, because according to Bark for Peace, wool is a much less abrasive material for dogs to chew and tug on than what’s traditionally used to make these toys.
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There’s nothing worse than walking down the street in the rain, only to have your umbrella take a turn for the worst. While it won’t solve your sopping wet problem, next time your umbrella turns inside out and snaps; you can do your environmentally good deed for the day by donating your umbrella to Taryn Zychal. The eco-friendly designer saves raingear from its destiny at the umbrella graveyard, and recycles it; transforming it into trendy dog raincoats. Your umbrella may have failed you, but it will certainly do a big favor for your beloved furry friend! Keep reading →