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We're Going ReUse, Because You Can't Recycle The Planet

(03.30.08) Alex Eaves

After almost 5 years of having ReUse as one of several core ideas, STAY VOCAL has decided to make ReUse our primary focus. We will be phasing out much of our current product line, while bringing in more truly reused products and new products specifically designed to be reused, like our reusable shopping bags and travel mugs. Our goal is to become THE source for ReUse products and information, while encouraging everyone to reuse more.

If you’ve had your eye on one of our t-shirts or skateboards or any other non-ReUse item in the STAY VOCAL store, then now would be a good time to get it because once they’re gone they’re gone. We also just started the “Ready to ReUse Last Chance Sale” and discounted all of the items going out of print. The Crying Puppy Sticker, a benefit sticker for Underdog ResQ, is the last non-ReUse item that we will make.

Why are we doing this? It’s simple. We’ve always stood for positive change for everyone and the concept of ReUse can bring out the most positive change for the most people. Just by the simple task of reusing, you’re making positive change, as reusing is a huge step above recycling in preserving our natural resources for current and future generations.

Our Earth and our environment need to be priority # 1 with everyone, because if there’s no planet, there’s really nothing else to worry about.

While ReUse will be at the forefront, STAY VOCAL still
believes and encourages addressing all manner of ideas that can have a positive impact.That said, we are not getting rid of our other idea lines, but simply emphasizing ReUse as the core focus. We want to provide you with a way to voice your favorite ideas for positive change, while making a positive impact on the environment.

We will also continue to work closely with other like-minded organizations, artists, bands, etc. We have already encouraged some of our friends to take on the concept of ReUse. In fact, both the bands Bent Left and Strike Anywhere have started selling their own ReUse T-Shirts and reusable products at their shows.

STAY VOCAL will reuse whenever and wherever possible. In addition to selling strictly ReUse products, there are many ways that we already reuse on a daily basis. When we print orders, they are printed on the back of used paper. When we ship orders, we reuse packaging and shipping materials, donated from our families and our good friends at Drum’s Emporium in Norwell. So if you get a t-shirt in a waffle box, don’t be alarmed. It’s for a good reason. Unfortunately, we haven’t figured out a way to reuse tape!

Here at STAY VOCAL, we’re all very excited about the transformation. We certainly will be offering many more one of a kind clothing items, reusable bags and mugs, and we’re even looking to team up with a great artist from Connecticut on some ReUse furniture pieces.

I look forward to hearing your feedback. If you would like to share your thoughts, you can email me anytime at info@stayvocal.com.

Thanks for making things happen,

ALEX EAVES