Rice Husk Reusable Travel Cup-Tree of Life

Description Join the revolution! Have your tea, coffee or cold drinks on the go with our travel cup made from natural rice husk. These coffee/tea cups contain no melamine or other plastics and are BPA and toxin free. These rice husk cups are fully biodegradable. When you are ready to dispose of this cup, soak it in water overnight, crush and bury it in compost or soil. It will start to biodegrade in the soil within six months. What is rice husk anyway? It is the outermost layer of protection encasing a rice grain. It is converted into a useful material by being combined with natural resin(with no added chemicals) to make a hard, durable biodegradable substance which is ideal for making cups and other tableware. Look after it and it will last for years. Light, Durable, Comfortable, Stylish, Strong, Easy to clean (no staining) and biodegradable. In other words, you can’t go wrong! The Tree of Life resonates deep for much of humanity, being a motif in various world theologies, mythologies, philosophies and biological sciences. Whichever way you sway, it is an awesome tree. Achieving eternal life by consuming the fruit, holding together nine Norse worlds or representing the evolutionary divergence of all living creatures is all pretty grand. But how about this: The Celtic Tree of life symbolises the forces of nature are coming together in perfect harmony to maintain balance in the universe. We could all do with a bit more balance in our lives. Sipping your favourite hot or cold beverage from this very pretty cup will calm your soul as you contemplate the meaning of the tree and all it implies. Specifications Dishwasher and microwave safe. 400ml cup with silicone sleeve and lid. Silicone is not biodegradable but is non-toxic and recyclable Comes in a cardboard gift box which explains product sustainability and final disposal. Story Shared Earth's mission is to improve the livelihoods of disadvantaged people in developing countries, benefiting local community projects and keeping alive traditional skills that would otherwise be lost. Shared Earth aims: To pay fair prices for products To always offer 50% payment upfront to overseas producers To ensure working conditions are acceptable To provide advice on design and product development To support suppliers and their local communities To avoid child labour To commit to long term relationships with suppliers Read more