Re-Inventing the Box

Besides mostly containing a lot of sh@*%t, what do disposable diapers and traditional stationery boxes have in common? They both occupy more than their share of landfill space. I can get behind the convenience of Pampers and you'll hear no eco bad-mouthing directed at exhausted mommies from my corner. But finding a sustainable alternative to that awful plastic lid and coated cardboard box is my responsibility. It's long been on my to-tackle list. Recently my friend Don, who works with youth in LA's foster care program, brought over two enterprising young men who are interested in this project. We spent an afternoon together reinventing the box. It was fun. I think we're close to identifying an efficient, high quality process that results in a beautiful sustainable and 100% biodegradable product. Clear windows are made from biodegradable/compostable corn based material. Wood is from managed farms. Stain and glue are waterbased art products.