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<body bgcolor="#ffffff"> <table width="90%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tr> <td><strong><font size="2">ECOSILK BAGS AUSTRALIA</font></strong></td> </tr> </table> <table width="90%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tr> <td>Ecosilk bags were created in 1999 by Emily Hay, who was dismayed with the widespread acceptance of plastic bag use in society, and the lack of a viable alternative.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>As a pattern-maker/fashion designer, she developed the basic design of a plastic bag, using a durable nylon fabric called parachute silk. After trialling the bags for two years and finding them to be ideal in every way, Emily started the business – Ecosilk Bags – in February 2001, with some initial help from a friend. </td> </tr> <tr> <td>The bag production started on the kitchen table, where they were cut and machined by Emily, but has now grown to full scale production in China. The bags are sold throughout Australia, and are spreading to the UK, USA and Canada. The business is operated from Emily's 33 acre property at the base of the Border Ranges National Park in northern New South Wales, Australia. </td> </tr> <tr> <td>All bags made for Ecosilk Bags are sampled and trialled first by Emily Hay, owner/proprietor, in Australia, then sent to the company's manufacturers in China, where they are again sampled for final approval prior to large scale production.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Declaration by Emily: Upon deciding to move the manufacturing to China, I was determined to find a company that had a high standard of workmanship, but equally important - also treated their workers fairly and ethically. These issues were far more important to me than a low price</td> </tr> <tr> <td>I asked many questions and requested photos of the working environments of the many manufacturers who wished to make the bags, and was satisfied with the one I chose.</td> </tr> <tr> <td> This is their declaration and to the right are the accompanying photos showing their working environment.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>"I appreciate very much that you are concerned with Chinese workers working conditions. We don't employ child workers, and our workers are paid fairly and never forced to work overtime. Our workers enjoy the holidays according to our government rules. Also the working environment is not very very nice, but it is not bad, either." Jenny.</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong><font size="2">Rosette Ecobags - $9.00 each</font></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td> - A playful alternative to plastic bags, incorporating fashion, fun and the environment. </td> </tr> <tr> <td> - Stylish for special occasions or everyday use.</td> </tr> <tr> <td> - Light and compact, fitting easily into the smallest handbag, ready to use at the grocery store, cosmetic counter or fashion boutique.</td> </tr> <tr> <td> - Made in the same size as an Ecosilk bag, but with an added feature – a rosette – in matching and contrasting colours, with cheeky retro combinations or pretty and feminine styles.</td> </tr> <tr> <td> - Strong and long lasting, eliminating many hundreds of plastic bags in it's five year plus lifetime. </td> </tr> <tr> <td> - Made from endlessly recyclable 100% parachute silk nylon. </td> </tr> <tr> <td> - 100% Australian owned and designed. </td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong><font size="2">Ecosilk Bags - $6.50 each</font></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td>- A a stylish alternative to plastic bags, incorporating fashion and the environment, resulting in a new generation eco-friendly shopping bag.</td> </tr> <tr> <td> - Made from endlessly recyclable 100% nylon parachute silk – hence the name. </td> </tr> <tr> <td> - Light and compact, fitting into any handbag or pocket. </td> </tr> <tr> <td> - Incredibly strong, easily carrying up to 13 kilos.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>- Lasting a minimum of 5 years, thereby eliminating many hundreds of plastic bags in their life cycle, and looking good<br /> at the same time.</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong><font size="2">Drawstring Bags - $3.60 each</font></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td>A a small accessory bag, designed to carry 6 Ecosilk bags, ready for your next shopping trip.</td> </tr> <tr> <td> - Handy for the car or handbag. </td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong><font size="2">Alpha Bags - $7.50 each</font></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td>- Large over-the-shoulder bag.</td> </tr> <tr> <td> Great for the beach, as a sports bag or for everyday shopping.</td> </tr> <tr> <td> - Made from quick dry Taslon, commonly used to make board shorts – endlessly recyclable 100% nylon.</td> </tr> <tr> <td> - Very strong, easily carrying 14 kilos.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Calls in Australia Ph/Fax: <strong><font size="1" color="white">02 6689 7408</font></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td>International calls: Ph/Fax: <strong><font size="1" color="white">61 2 6689 7408</font></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> </tr> </table> </body>