Upcycled

In the quest for Zero Waste RainbowLife advocates Upcycling. Here you will find upcycled products crafted by creative artisans- inner tube, coconut, coffee sacks, plastic, woven box strap, cotton, sari, glass and more. 

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  • Upcycled Sari Bird House-TallUpcycled Sari Bird House-Tall - Rainbow Life
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    Upcycled Sari Bird House-Tall
    Description Watch this Bird House in the garden here Another ingenious use of otherwise waste materials. Handmade in India using upcycled saris secured around a  frame creating a colourful and cheerful little abode. The birds will thank you. Provide them with a driftwood or bamboo...
    £21.90 GBP
    £21.90 GBP
  • Bird Feeder-DriftwoodBird Feeder-Driftwood
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    Bird Feeder-Driftwood
    Description We want to call this re-purposed driftwood, but driftwood often never had a particular (human) purpose in the first place. No trees were felled in the production of this bird-feeder, of that we can be pretty sure. Imagine the distances these sticks have...
    £28.00 GBP
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  • Upcycled Woven Box Strap Basket-Upcycled Woven Box Strap Basket-
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    Upcycled Woven Box Strap Basket- The Big Dengu
    Description The Big Dengu from ‘cycleofgood’ is made from upcycled box strapping, that pesky plastic band that holds cardboard boxes together and normally ends up in the bin. It is collected by ingenious Malawian craftsmen from local factories who then carefully weave it into...
    £27.50 GBP
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  • Handstitched Vintage Silk Sari Scarves - Circle PatternHandstitched Vintage Silk Sari Scarves - Circle Pattern
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    Handstitched Vintage Silk Sari Scarves - Circle Pattern
    Description Watch our Instagram reel of Emma showing these fabulous double-sided scarves here. The real beauty of upcycled fabrics is that they each have a history, a unique history. Wearing pieces made from upcycled fabrics you are carrying a story.  These large vintage scarves...
    £34.00 GBP
    £34.00 GBP
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  • Handstitched Vintage Silk Sari Scarves - Square PatternHandstitched Vintage Silk Sari Scarves - Square Pattern
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    Handstitched Vintage Silk Sari Scarves - Square Pattern
    Description Watch our Instagram reel of these fabulous scarves in action here.  These large vintage scarves are hand embroidered using the traditional Kantha stitch method. See the Kantha tab to find out more about this ancient technique. The vintage silk saris are first lovingly...
    £34.00 GBP
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  • Spiral Bicycle Kenyan EarringsSpiral Bicycle Kenyan Earrings
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    Spiral Bicycle Kenyan Earrings - Black
    Description Great gift for a keen cyclist or even a novice cyclist. This sport has taken off!  I bought these earrings both because I loved the use of waste materials being repurposed but also because I know my purchase has direct positive impact.  Your...
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  • Vintage Silk Sari Patchwork ScarfVintage Silk Sari Patchwork Scarf
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    Vintage Silk Sari Patchwork Scarf
    Description Our scarves are made using vintage silk fabrics that have been upcycled from saris, ensuring that no new materials are used in the process.The vintage silk saris are first lovingly washed then silk pieces are carefully patchworked together to create unique designs. These...
    £39.00 GBP
    £39.00 GBP
  • Upcycled Woven Box Strap BasketUpcycled Woven Box Strap Basket
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    Upcycled Woven Box Strap Basket- The Little Dengu
    Description The Little Dengu from ‘cycleofgood’ is made from upcycled box strapping, that pesky plastic band that holds cardboard boxes together that your fridge gets delivered in and normally ends up in the bin. It is collected by ingenious Malawian craftsmen from local factories...
    £12.90 GBP
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  • Upcycled Bottle Top Earrings - Various StylesUpcycled Bottle Top Earrings - Various Styles
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    Upcycled Bottle Top Earrings - Various Styles
    Description The ultimate in upcycling is hanging a recycled bottle top from your ear. Now THAT is a talking piece! What story do your earrings tell? These earrings are ingenious creations from a waste product. The fabrics are all off cuts of local materials with...
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  • Upcycled Wire Earrings-Musical ClefUpcycled Wire Earrings-Musical Clef - Rainbow Life
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    Upcycled Wire Earrings-Musical Clef
    Description Perfect gift for someone with music in their veins.  I bought these earrings not only because I loved the concept but also because I know my purchase has a direct positive impact and supports a great social enterprise.  Your purchase has the power...
    £10.00 GBP
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  • Upcycled Bottle Top Earrings, Multi-Pack, Style 7Upcycled Bottle Top Earrings, Multi-Pack, Style 7
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    Upcycled Bottle Top Earrings, Multi-Pack, Style 7
    Description Are you looking for a unique, eco-friendly accessory with a heart-warming story behind it? Look no further than Zakale Creations, a youth employment project located in the Mathare slum of Nairobi, Kenya. Your purchase has the power to break the cycle of poverty...
    £25.00 GBP
    £25.00 GBP
  • Upcycled Bottle Top Earrings, Multi-Pack, Style 8Upcycled Bottle Top Earrings, Multi-Pack, Style 8
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    Upcycled Bottle Top Earrings, Multi-Pack, Style 8
    Description Your purchase has the power to make a real difference. Help to break the cycle of poverty in Mathare slum, Nairobi, Kenya.  These earrings are also the ultimate in Upcycling - hanging an upcycled bottle top covered in upcycled fabric from your ear....
    £25.00 GBP
    £25.00 GBP
  • Tumbler Set-Upcycled Heineken BottleTumbler Set-Upcycled Heineken Bottle
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    Tumbler Set-Upcycled Heineken Bottle
    Description Why do we have these upcycled Heineken bottle tumblers? Two good reasons:  1. The Upcycled Wine Glasses are a Top Seller. Naturally we best look after our beer drinkers too!  2. Whatever you drink out of these tumblers it will be sure to...
    £21.90 GBP
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  • Organic Canvas and Inner Tube Crossbody BagsOrganic Canvas and Inner Tube Crossbody Bags
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    Organic Canvas and Inner Tube Crossbody Bags - Orange
    Description Beautiful, yet robust, organic hemp and cotton canvas crossbody bag with recycled inner tube straps and a phone/card pocket which is cleverly concealed under the asymmetric flap for ease of access to your essentials. The false buckle is an attractive looking touch, but...
    £32.00 GBP
    £32.00 GBP
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    • Orange
  • Organic Canvas and Inner Tube Rucksack/BackpackOrganic Canvas and Inner Tube Rucksack/Backpack
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    Organic Canvas and Inner Tube Rucksack/Backpack - Green
    Description Beautifully made to be truly useful. This organic hemp and cotton canvas rucksack is a great size for everyday use. The roll top and fully adjustable recycled inner-tube straps make it super practical, perfect for the office, going for a stomp in the...
    £32.00 GBP
    £32.00 GBP
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    • Orange
  • Coconut Bowl/Lamp-Gold InnerCoconut Bowl/Lamp-Gold Inner
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    Coconut Bowl/Lamp-Gold Inner
    Description A wonderful re-purposing use of a waste product. Made from cut out coconut shells. Coconut milk is key to much Balinese cooking  which leaves a huge mountain of empty coconuts. Fortunately, Bali is packed with creative artists who put their skills to good...
    £9.90 GBP
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  • Coconut Bowl/Lamp-Silver InnerCoconut Bowl/Lamp-Silver Inner
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    Coconut Bowl/Lamp-Silver Inner
    Description Coconut milk is key to much Balinese cooking which leaves a huge mountain of empty coconuts. Fortunately, Bali is packed with creative artists who put their skills to good use producing these decorative bowls that can be used in a wide variety of...
    £10.90 GBP
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  • Upcycled Woven Box Strap BasketVideo of Upcycled Woven Box Strap Basket
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    Upcycled Woven Box Strap Basket- The Medium Dengu
    Description The Medium Dengu from ‘cycleofgood’ is made from upcycled box strapping, that pesky plastic band that holds cardboard boxes together and normally ends up in the bin. It is collected by ingenious Malawian craftsmen from local factories who carefully weave it into green...
    £16.00 GBP
    £16.00 GBP
  • Coffee Table - Upcycled Boat WoodCoffee Table - Upcycled Boat Wood
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    Coffee Table - Upcycled Boat Wood
    Description Bring a touch of coastal Bali into your home with this charming coffee table, handcrafted by talented Balinese artisans using upcycled teak wood from retired fishing boats. Each piece is a unique work of art, preserving the history and character of the original...
    £340.00 GBP
    £340.00 GBP
  • Triangle Storage Three Drawers - Upcycled Boat Wood
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    Triangle Storage Three Drawers - Upcycled Boat Wood
    Description Discover the unique charm of Bali with this stunning hand-made chest of three drawers! Created using upcycled teak wood from retired fishing boats, this piece is a true work of art. Its unusual triangular shape adds a touch of playfulness to any room,...
    £255.00 GBP
    £255.00 GBP
  • Large Television Stand - Upcycled Boat WoodLarge Television Stand - Upcycled Boat Wood
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    Large Television Stand - Upcycled Boat Wood
    Description Transform your living room into a sanctuary of rustic charm with this gorgeous TV stand, handcrafted by skilled Balinese artisans using upcycled teak wood from retired fishing boats. The wood's original colours and textures have been thoughtfully preserved, adding character and history to...
    £850.00 GBP
    £850.00 GBP
  • Round Jute and Upcycled Denim Rugs- 90cm & 120cmRound Jute and Upcycled Denim Rugs- 90cm & 120cm
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    Round Jute and Upcycled Denim Rugs- 90cm & 120cm
    Description You will notice how we love products re-purposed from waste materials. We love the idea that you could be standing, sitting, playing, laying on something that might otherwise have ended up in landfill. From India and fairly traded these hand-made rugs are eye-catching,...
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  • Round Jute and Upcycled Cotton Rug - 120 cm - Rainbow LifeRound Jute and Upcycled Cotton Rug - 120 cm
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    Round Jute and Upcycled Cotton Rug - 120 cm
    Description You will notice how we love products repurposed from waste materials. We love the idea that you could be standing, sitting, playing, laying on something that might otherwise have ended up in landfill. From India and fairly traded these hand-made rugs are eye-catching,...
    £55.00 GBP
    £55.00 GBP
  • Round Jute and Upcycled Cotton Rug -150 cmRound Jute and Upcycled Cotton Rug -150 cm
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    Round Jute and Upcycled Cotton Rug -150 cm
    Description You will notice how we love products repurposed from waste materials. We love the idea that you could be standing, sitting, playing, laying on something that might otherwise have ended up in landfill. From India and fairly traded these hand-made rugs are eye-catching,...
    £75.00 GBP
    £75.00 GBP
  • Upcycled Coffee Sack Cross Body BagUpcycled Coffee Sack Cross Body Bag
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    Upcycled Coffee Sack Cross Body Bag- The Kubisa
    Description Yet another great product re-purposed from waste materials.  These crossover body bags are made from upcycled coffee sacks that have been donated to by coffee roaster supporters, then handcrafted in Malawi by fairly paid tailors. This bag will work nicely for your wild...
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  • Upcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Belt-The KukhutaUpcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Belt-The Kukhuta
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    Upcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Belt-The Kukhuta
    Description Have you ever put on a belt that feels like you’ve worn it in already? Then you haven’t tried one of these- they require no wearing in as the cyclists who sent in their inner tubes for upcycling have already done it for...
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  • Upcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Penny PurseUpcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Penny Purse
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    Upcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Penny Purse- The Chuma
    Description The purse is engraved with the iconic Cycle of Good logo and is shower proof to keep everything inside dry. ‘Chuma’ means ‘wealth’ in Chichewa ( widely spoken in Malawi). Don’t we have a saying about saving all your pennies? Some of our...
    £8.90 GBP
    £8.90 GBP
  • Upcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Phone CaseUpcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Phone Case
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    Upcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Phone Case- The Kucheza
    Description Do you feel lost without your phone, like to keep it safe and sound? Or are you like my teenage son, who left his phone on the beach as it slipped out of his pocket! This phone case can help by providing a...
    £12.90 GBP
    £12.90 GBP
  • Upcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Wallet- The Ndalama - Rainbow LifeUpcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Wallet
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    Upcycled Bicycle Inner Tube Wallet- The Ndalama
    Description This is what you call a wallet with a difference. Every time you reach for your wallet feel chuffed that your money has supported an organisation that is making a real difference. The Ndalama is made from upcycled inner tubes by fairly paid...
    £17.00 GBP
    £17.00 GBP
  • Upcycled Lorry Curtain Cube BagUpcycled Lorry Curtain Cube Bag
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    Upcycled Lorry Curtain Cube Bag - The Big Limbani
    Description These are truly useful bags. These Upcycled Lorry Curtain Cube Bags are super tough, waterproof, wipeable and washable. This largest Limbani will hold your muddy trainers, your workshop tools,  your arts and crafts supplies or children's toys. Literally “Anything Goes”! We’ve used them when packing...
    £16.50 GBP
    £16.50 GBP

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