Tree Theory Bags in “The MIX Nights of Style”

posted by Administrator on 2009.07.29, under Tree Theory Events
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WTMX

We’re participating in a great event at The Museum of Science Industry “Smart Home” hosted by WTMX Radio “The Mix.”
You actually have to win a contest to be invited to this event, so click here to start adding your name in! It will be very cool!

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early 90’s minivans were all about merlot

posted by Administrator on 2009.05.15, under production
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definitely on the list of top ten desert island essentials… strong stuff.
seat belt webbing for tree theory bags is harvested directly from chicago’s automotive graveyards.
every time we visit there are more cars and more belts… its as if webbing were are renewable resource!
but seriously.

roll 'em out

roll 'em out

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raw hide

posted by Administrator on 2009.05.15, under production
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there are all sorts of amazing resources in chicago…
this prototype is made of rejected leather from one of chicago’s leather factories.
an amazing hide, it holds up really well and looks like paper!

leather trial

leather trial

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swimming in stainless

posted by Administrator on 2009.05.15, under production
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these little guys hold everything together…
they are made within walking distance of one of chicago’s finest hot dog landmarks.
and a walk is just what you need after eating there!

linky dinks

linky dinks

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