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Small Steps Matter

The first form of plastic (celluloid) was invented in the mid 1800s to replace ivory and tortoise shell, used for billiard balls and combs and eventually became movie film and amped up the invention of...
A loop to end consumption
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A loop to end consumption

If you’re paying attention, you know one of the biggest topics of discussion in our world today is climate change and the plastic problem. Plastic straws have been replaced with paper straws, however this is...
From Landfill to Humble Home; The story of Earthships
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From Landfill to Humble Home; The story of Earthships

Here at TORRAIN, we like to recycle. That statement is obvious -- our bags and linings are all made from recycled materials! Socially, it’s hard to miss the dire reports about our climate. With all...
Sustainability: It’s Not Just a Buzz Word
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Sustainability: It’s Not Just a Buzz Word

The word sustainability is a hot topic these days. If you simply Google the word, hundreds of articles come up that relate to farming, global warming, recycling and sustainable practices. But what exactly does the...
Interview with the founder, Nyla Jano
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Interview with the founder, Nyla Jano

What is your favorite style and/or print in the line? I'm a big fan of our clutches and backpacks. The backpacks are great for bike riding, festivals and hikes. I use mine every day for work, to...
Ways Culture Inspires
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Ways Culture Inspires

This is an invitation to stop swallowing the art in your mouth. This is an invitation to stop ripping yourself apart. This is an invitation to be a live nude. Let them draw you dirty,...
What Does it Mean to Impact Community?
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What Does it Mean to Impact Community?

Community. At TORRAIN, this word holds a powerful message. When I moved to Portland from San Diego, I barely knew anyone but I was immediately welcomed into this city with open arms.
Defending Your Turf
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Defending Your Turf

And forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair ~ Kahlil Gibran What does TORRAIN’s tagline, Defend Your Turf, mean?
How Do You Respect Our Environment? A Challenge.
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How Do You Respect Our Environment? A Challenge.

The difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas as in escaping from old ones ~ John Maynard Keynes In this day and age our world is rapidly changing right before our eyes. Climate change...