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oh2bhappy on Nov 27, 2022
5 out of 5 starsOh my goodness!!!! These are SO beautiful & well made. In my quest for a more eco-friendly & sustainable home, I'm making the switch to paperless towels & ordered 2 sets --1 for every day & 1 for Christmas -- with finished edges. Worth the short wait for a custom, handmade, high quality item. Appreciated the simple, no waste packaging too. Will definitely order more for gifts --& maybe for my laundry room too (wink wink).
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stephkirsa on Nov 2, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThese have worked out really well for my daughter to use for snacks. I was so tired of either reusing plastic bags or tossing them. My daughter loves the fun print and having her name on it! Great quality and have washed well. Highly recommend!
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Lori on Oct 21, 2022
5 out of 5 starsQuick delivery, items were exactly as described. Used as a gift and receiver loved them!
About theEcotopia
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Where Eco-Friendly Meets Artisan
Welcome, and thanks for stopping by! I’m Kelli, owner, designer and creator of Ecotopia. Here I combine two of my great passions: sewing and eco-friendly living. I believe that eco-friendly products can be both functional and beautiful, and I incorporate that premise into all of my creations. Being eco-friendly doesn’t have to be about huge lifestyle changes. It can start as simply as saving money (and trees) by replacing paper towel waste with reusable Unpaper Towels, or switching disposable plastic sandwich bags with my washable and reusable sandwich bags.
I was raised to be mindful of waste, whether it be disposable convenience items or what’s in my wallet. We used what we had, from threadbare bath towels that became rags to old fashioned sack cloths for drying dishes in the kitchen. If I can wash it and reuse it, it’s a win-win! But an added artisan touch can turn utilitarian rags and towels into kitchen décor and conversation pieces.
I love creating eco-friendly products that are economical, thoughtful and beautiful. All of my designs are solutions to waste problems in my own home that I perfected over time, and they are built to last. I carefully research materials and thoroughly test all of my designs, and never skimp on quality to be able to produce in greater quantities. I also create in very small batches from limited edition prints, so that you will be sure to have a unique if not one-of-a-kind creation in your home.
A little about me… I have been a Tennessee resident for 20 years now, and live in Knoxville, near the mouth of the stunning Smoky Mountains. However, I’m a Florida native, and a beach girl at heart! I started sewing at a young age, designing my own Halloween costumes, and I became quickly obsessed with historical costuming. I fell in love with textiles and creative design, and continued sewing as a hobby while working on a BA and MA in English Literature (Books! My other great passion!). After a short time teaching I navigated again towards sewing, and opened Ecotopia. I love having a home here on Etsy, where I can focus solely on my own designs and connect closely with my customers and fellow artisans. Thanks for taking the time to learn a bit about me, and I’m always thrilled to answer product questions or help you create the perfect custom order!
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Kelli
Owner, Designer, Maker
Shop policies
Accepted payment methods
Returns & exchanges
Cancellations
Cancellations: accepted
Request a cancellation: within 12 hours of purchase
Payment
~ Payment for all custom work is required before any production starts.
Shipping
~ Your unpaper towels will arrive with minimal, recyclable packaging. Your order will not include a packing slip (unless otherwise requested) to prevent extra paper waste.. Your receipt will be emailed to you, and you can also print it from your "Purchases" section here on Etsy.
~ We always ship to the address given during Etsy checkout, even if it differs from your Paypal address. Please double check your address before sending payment..
~ USA DOMESTIC SHIPPING: Combined shipping discounts for multiple items will appear in your shopping cart. Orders are shipped via USPS First Class Mail and Priority Mail. Express Mail is available for an additional cost. Please message us in advance with your address so we can calculate what your shipping cost will be to request Express shipping.
~ INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: We currently do not ship outside of the United States.
Privacy
To fulfill your order, you must provide me with certain information (which you authorized Etsy to provide to me), such as your name, email address, postal address, payment information, and the details of the product that you’re ordering. You may also choose to provide me with additional personal information (for a custom order, for example), if you contact me directly.
Why I Need Your Information and How I Use It:
I rely on a number of legal bases to collect, use, and share your information, including:
* as needed to provide my services, such as when I use your information to fulfill your order, to settle disputes, or to provide customer support;
* if necessary to comply with a legal obligation or court order or in connection with a legal claim, such as retaining information about your purchases if required by tax law; and
* Compliance with the Etsy Seller Policy and Terms of Use. I use your information as necessary to comply with my obligations under the Etsy Seller Policy and Terms of Use.
Information Sharing and Disclosure:
Information about my customers is important to my business. I share your personal information for very limited reasons and in limited circumstances, as follows:
* Etsy. I share information with Etsy as necessary to provide you my services and comply with my obligations under both the Etsy Seller Policy and Etsy Terms of Use.
* Service providers. I engage certain trusted third parties to perform functions and provide services to my shop, such as USPS. I will share your name and address with these third parties, but only to the extent necessary to perform these services.
* Compliance with laws. I may collect, use, retain, and share your information if I have a good faith belief that it is reasonably necessary to: (a) respond to legal process or to government requests; (b) enforce my agreements, terms and policies; (c) prevent, investigate, and address fraud and other illegal activity, security, or technical issues; or (d) protect the rights, property, and safety of my customers, or others.
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Frequently asked questions
Why are your production times so long?
Every item you purchase from us is completely hand-crafted, from pre-shrinking fabrics before they are cut, to construction and detailed finishing. We take great pride and care in creating our products. They are meant to last for many years, which takes a little more time. We usually have a long queue of orders, so please understand that there are many open orders in front of yours and we create/ship in the order they are received. To remain fair, we don't allow customers to pay extra fees just to skip ahead of you in line. Thank you for your patience!
Is my product washer and dryer safe?
Yes! Every item we make is safe for your washer and dryer, and is constructed to handle frequent washings. Our products are built to last for many years!
Is your packaging eco-friendly?
We strive to use the most eco-friendly and mindful methods of getting your products to you, while also ensuring that they are safely packaged to avoid damage by the shipping carrier. All of our packaging materials are made from recycled or biodegradable materials, and they can be recycled again as well! We proudly use recycled/recyclable poly-mailers, recycled cardboard boxes, recycled kraft paper wraps, recycled/biodegradable ribbons, and paper tape.
Do you accept wholesale orders?
At this time, we are not accepting wholesale orders. Bulk pricing may be available on a case by case basis, but we do not offer wholesale pricing.