We’re short on space where we currently live, but in previous houses and apartments where there was more breathing room, we almost always wound up having one awkwardly unused corner in at least one room. You know…the place where the entertainment center doesn’t quite fill up the wall or where the side table didn’t quite fit. These awkward and often tight spots are the perfect place for a tall, narrow vase like this one from Overstock.com.
They help add interest to the room by adding height, and this particular one pairs light Mitsumata branches with a dark base for beautiful contrast. The vase is made of recycled wood fibers, and with the branches, the entire arrangement is 5.5 feet tall.
In case you’re curious about Mitsumata branches, they come from the Japanese Mitsumata tree (Edgeworthia papyrifera), which has been used for centuries in Japan to make the fine paper. I wasn’t able to find any information about whether the tree is sustainable or whether these specific branches were sustainably harvested. So you’d have to make a judgment call on that. But the cool thing about the branches is that they can be displayed as-is, or you can soak them in water, which makes them pliable. You can then curve and shape them into any design you want.
Why It’s Green:
- Vase is made of recycled pressed wood
Price: $84.99 (aff)
UPDATE as of 5/24/09: This is no longer available from Overstock. I’ll be looking for similar vases with branches and I’ll post them as soon as I find them! For now, check out the rest of the great finds in the accessories category.
SUBSCRIBE
I’m Jennae Petersen, and I’m a lot of things. A mother, a graphic artist, a connosieur of beautiful interiors and a purveyor of all things design. Green Your Decor was borne of frustration in my attempts to find eco-friendly housewares that were also beautiful, and inspiration to do something to reduce my own carbon footprint and help others do the same in a beautiful way.
{ 1 comment… read it below or add one }
I like the look of this. I might have to do this inside my office space.
Peter Chees last blog post..Flexible office space is a great option in a tough economy