Hamilton Perkins Collection: From Plastic Bottles to Bags

A project in Norfolk, VA by Hamilton Perkins Collection
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Each bag is made out of 100% recycled plastic bottles and lined with vinyl from repurposed billboards.
Backers: 150
Average Pledge Per Backer: $152

Funded: $22,872 of $10,000
Dates: Jun 30th -> Jul 30th (30 days)
Project By: Hamilton Perkins Collection
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Latest News

Design Milk!

July 28th - via: kickstarter.com
We love Design Milk. Check out this post!  http://design-milk.com/stylish-bags-made-100-recycled-bottles/  (Read More)

psfk!

July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
It's amazing to be covered by psfk! We are proud to carry a bag that innovates while making a difference. Hit the link below.  http://www.psfk.com/2016/07/bags-made-from-recycled-plastic-bottles.html  (Read More)

DesignDaily.in

July 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Happy Monday,  We just wanted to share this interview for designdaily.in!  See link below.     http://designdaily.in/the-earth-bag-from-hamiltonperkinscollection/ Hamilton Perkins Collection Snapchat: hamiltonperkins  (Read More)

"Hamilton Perkins Collection doesn't just want to be a bag manufacturer, it wants to be a problem solver." - Clearly Magazine

July 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hope you are having a fantastic weekend. Here are a few words on us in Clearly Magazine!  http://www.clearlymagazine.com/component/content/article?id=560%3Abottles-billboards-new-bags  (Read More)

"What we love the most is the fact that there is so much transparency"-Saiint Sisters

July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
 http://saiint.co.uk/hamilton-perkins/ Hamilton Perkins Collection Snapchat: hamiltonperkins  (Read More)

Meet Thread International, our partner in good

July 21st - via: kickstarter.com
We couldn't ask for a better supplier than Thread. Check out our Maker Profile to learn more. ‪ From ground to good + bottles to bags!  http://www.threadinternational.com/2016/07/20/maker-profile-the-hamilton-perkins-collection/ Hamilton Perkins... (Read More)

The Huffington Post!

July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
We reflect on how we turn trash into fashion in this contributing blog for the Huffington Post. A special thank you to Arianna Huffington for personally responding to our email! :)  Check it out here:... (Read More)

These Pretty Travel Bags Are Made From Recycled Plastic Bottles And Billboards

July 20th - via: fastcoexist.com
Recycling centers in Haiti pay communities for old bottles, which are then crushed and sent to the U.S.all to make a fashionable travel bag. (Read More)

Fast Company!

July 19th - via: kickstarter.com
 We are beyond delighted for this piece in Fast Company! We're featured in their World-Changing Ideas section! http://www.fastcoexist.com/3061905/these-pretty-travel-bags-are-made-from-recycled-plastic-bottles-and-billboards  (Read More)

How To Turn Trash Into Fashion

July 19th - via: huffingtonpost.com
Before the vision to turn plastic bottles into bags at Hamilton Perkins Collection, we simply were not satisfied with the selections available in the growing global bag market. (Read More)

Ethical Unicorn Interview: Bottles To Bags With Hamilton Perkins

July 18th - via: kickstarter.com
"Hamilton listed some of his business inspirations as Apple for their aesthetic, Amazon.com for their constant innovation in the world of online shopping, and organisations like Tesla, TOMS and Warby Parker for creating innovative products that... (Read More)

AMMO Athletic: The Ultimate Athletic Underwear

July 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Check out our friends at AMMO Athletic, makers of the ultimate athletic underwear. AMMO’s base layer shorts and ¾ length tights are made from super light-weight Italian nylon and feature a supremely comfortable ergonomic design. Endorsed by some... (Read More)

Thank you, Washington Post!

July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
We hope you are having an amazing Friday.  Before you start your weekend make sure you check out our interview with the Washington Post!  ... (Read More)

This man has raised $14,000 to create bags using plastic bottles and old billboards

July 15th - via: washingtonpost.com
Hamilton Perkins exceeded his $10,000 Kickstarter goal in one week. (Read More)

The CLASSON Helmet

July 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Here's a great idea!  Be sure to check their campaign out! The Classon helmet brings you tech and design creating a seamless cycling experience.  A helmet that alerts you when cars are in your blind spot and activates turn signals & brake... (Read More)

Ring the Bell - B Corp community welcomes Hamilton Perkins Collection!

July 14th - via: kickstarter.com
We are proud to join a community of more than 1,700 companies across several industries with one unifying goal: to redefine success in business.  As a company we meet rigorous standards of performance, accountability, and transparency, and are using... (Read More)

"This bag lets you save the world while you travel it. Call it multitasking."-Dornob

July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
You guessed it!  We're back with another write up.  This time our Earth bag was added to the top 5 great weekend bags to send you packing.  Enjoy!   http://dornob.com/5-great-weekend-bags-to-send-you-packing/  Hamilton Perkins Collection... (Read More)

Freestate

July 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Today we were featured on Freestate, a lifestyle website and member of the Ethical Writers Coalition!  Check out the link below as they talk the Earth Bag, our commitment to environmental responsibility, supply chain transparency, and more!    ... (Read More)

Hazang: Luxury Bamboo Speakers

July 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Happy Monday, Here's another very cool project.  Check them out! Hazang: Luxury Bamboo speakers handmade by Vietnamese master craftsmen, helping to support their rural community.  ... (Read More)

Digital Trends

July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Backers, Just in case you missed it.  We've been named a Kickstarter "Project We Love", we appeared as a Kickstarter "New and Noteworthy" project, and we were selected as a Kickstarter featured project in the Fashion category.  Did we mention this... (Read More)

Hamilton Perkins Collection featured as a Kickstarter "Project We Love!"

July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Good evening, Wow.  Coming straight from Kickstarter HQ, we deliver this announcement with great excitement!  Today we learned that they are a huge fan of our project and it will now be featured as a "Project We Love"!  You will notice a very neat... (Read More)

Hamilton Perkins Turns Bottles Into Bags

July 9th - via: digitaltrends.com
Hamilton Perkins and its 100-percent eco-friendly bags made out of recycled bottles promise luxury at an affordable price. (Read More)

Happy Friday: Trend Hunter, Ecouterre, and The Gadget Flow!

July 8th - via: kickstarter.com
All, Just in case you missed some of our coverage this week we thought we would organize a few quick reads for you.  Check out our 5 star editor's rating on the Gadget Flow while you stay cool out there!  A big shout out to everyone that got their... (Read More)

The Virginia Tea Co

July 6th - via: kickstarter.com
As we continue our journey with our Earth bags, we thought we would share some things that we love: local, organic, and fair trade.  Make sure you check out The Virginia Tea Company, maker of handcrafted tea blends. The creator of the Virginia Tea... (Read More)

FUNDED!

July 6th - via: kickstarter.com
  Friends! Amazing news! WE met our goal in 6 days but it does not stop there!  We are now busy at Hamilton Perkins Collection HQ working on our hidden goal, to be featured as a "Project We Love" by Kickstarter.   We need your help!  Leave us a... (Read More)

Thank you for your pledge on Kickstarter!

July 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear Hamilton Perkins Collection backers, We appreciate your pledge!  If you get a moment in the next few days please leave us a comment here on the Kickstarter campaign page.  We have big plans in the works for all the comments that are left on... (Read More)

Hamilton Perkins Makes Bags Entirely From Recycled Plastic Bottles

July 5th - via: ecouterre.com
CARRY ON: Rather than looking at philanthropy as "an afterthought," Hamilton Perkins decided to make it an intrinsic part of its business model. (Read More)

REFER FRIENDS & EARN 10% OF EVERY DOLLAR YOU HELP RAISE

July 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
REFER YOUR FRIENDS & EARN 10% CASH BACK. Share our campaign with your friends and earn 10% of every dollar you help raise.  Let's get started: 1. Click the banner link below 2. Use the link to register 3. Start earning 10% cash back!   Or, if... (Read More)

Hamilton Perkins Collection featured on BackerClub

June 30th - via: kickstarter.com
BackerClub is the most influential group of serial crowdfunding backers in the world. Their community is the premier club for backers and an exclusive club for Kickstarter serial backers. We are delighted to be featured on BackerClub.co!    (Read More)

Hamilton Perkins Collection a friend of the environment

June 9th - via: pilotonline.com
NORFOLK designer Hamilton Perkins has released a collection of bags designed to be both fashionable and environmentally conscious, helping his company become recognized as a certified B Corporation. (Read More)

From Bottles to Bags: Eco-Friendly Collection Turns Trash Into Fashion

May 22nd - via: takepart.com
Each bag in the Hamilton Perkins Collection is made out of about 16 discarded plastic bottles. (Read More)

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