Local Materials

Time is carbon. At least that’s what ecological economics would say when considering how far a product or raw material must travel to it’s final destination. All other things being equal — especially the final monetary cost — the consumer choice may come down to how quickly the desired item can be obtained. This is quite apparent is decisions about whether to buy from a local store versus on online retailer.

But what about producing the item from things you already have?

At the Rossienda we strive to repurpose or “upcycle” things that would typically be thrown away. It not only saves money and is sustainable, it is also an enjoyable hobby that invokes the health-conferring benefits of creative quality.