Notebooks and Journals
Available in A6is (15 X 10 cms), A5is (21 X 15 cms) and A4is (30 X 21 cms) sizes. Please note the sizes may vary a little due to available materials. Please do look out for larger sizes in our Limited Edition collections.
Gift wrapping papers
Newspapers - Our upccyled newspapers are of a standard full spread of a newspaper block printed. However teh size may vary around 54 cm X 69 cm.
Filmposter - Our upcycled filmposters are avaialble in 94 cm X 66 cm. Please note these too may vary based on available materials.
100% recycled paper - Our 100% recycled papers are avaialble in 94 cm X 66 cm. Please note these too may vary based on available materials.
Gifting boxes
Our gifting boxes are available in 3 regular sizes, A6is (6.5 cm height), A5is(6.5 cm height) and A4is(7 cm height). We do offer customisation for various requiremetns. Please do write to us at info [at]thesecondlife.co or call us at +91 96321 25143.
This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Studio ABCD for The Second Life brand for its brand THE SECOND LIFE offers shipping options to its customers.
Methods & prices
Currently, we offer only standard shipping to all our customers. Standard shipping is processed for shipping within 1-3 days of the order.
The domestic shipping prices are defined based on weight. Each 0.5 kg of weight is charged at Rs 60.00 (Actual weight vs volumetric weight whichever is higher) including packing and handling.
The international shipping prices are available in regular and express options.
The regular shipping via India Post will start at Rs 750.00 per 500 grams onwards. The express shipping starts at Rs 2000.00 onwards via DHL. The prices are subject to customs and other duties depending on the destination countries.
Domestic & international shipping
We offer our products to the Indian and international customers.
For international shipping, We offer regular and express shipping via India Post and DHL express shipping.
Shipping time frames
All domestic orders are processed for shipping within 1-3 days of the orders. The products are expected to be delivered within 5-7 days post shipping. This may change based on unknown circumstances faced by the delivery partners and the accuracy of the provided delivery address and contact details. Once shipped all orders are expected to be delivered within 72-96 hours.
All international orders are processed for shipping within 2-4 days of the orders. The products are expected to be delivered within 7-10 days post regular shipping and 3-5 days for express shipping.
This may change based on unknown circumstances faced by the delivery partners and the accuracy of the provided delivery address and contact details. Once shipped all orders are expected to be delivered within 72-96 hours.
Have a question?
Many visitors have questioned us about why sustainable products tend to be expensive. We understand this concern and want to address it. The pricing of sustainable products is often influenced by various factors. First, sustainable production practices typically involve higher costs compared to conventional methods. These practices prioritize ethical sourcing, fair wages for workers, environmentally-friendly materials, and responsible manufacturing processes. These factors contribute to the overall cost of producing sustainable products. Additionally, economies of scale play a role. Sustainable products often have a smaller market share compared to mass-produced alternatives, which can lead to higher production costs due to limited production volumes. However, at our company, we are committed to making sustainable choices more affordable and accessible to all individuals. We offer discount codes on our website, allowing customers to select a code based on their spending capacity. This way, we aim to bridge the gap and make sustainable products more affordable for those with lower incomes. To take advantage of this opportunity, simply visit our website at www.thesecondlife.co. Choose your preferred products and add them to your cart. During checkout, select the discount code that corresponds to your spending capacity. |
Currently, this offer is available only in India, as we are working on expanding our international shipping options. The discount ranges from 05% to 60%. Please use the code "PEOPLEPLANET(discount%)" when applying the discount. For example, PEOPLEPLANET05 for 5% discount. We trust our customers to use the discount codes responsibly and select the appropriate code based on their genuine spending capacity. We value transparency and fairness, so we kindly ask that you refrain from misusing the discount codes. We encourage you to give it a try and share this opportunity with your friends, colleagues, and household members. We would greatly appreciate hearing about your experience and feedback on the exchange. We are excited to announce that we are in the process of creating a detailed form that will help you calculate your spending capacity, providing even more transparency when it comes to sustainable choices. To stay updated on the latest developments and receive further details, we encourage you to connect with us on our Instagram page. By implementing this form, we aim to enhance the transparency of our sustainable initiatives and ensure that you can make informed decisions about your purchasing power. We value your trust and are committed to continuously improving our offerings to better serve you. Be sure to follow us on Instagram for updates, announcements, and valuable information regarding sustainable living and our ongoing efforts. We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing this new tool with you soon! Thank you for supporting our initiative, and we look forward to serving you sustainably. |
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A collection of 3 and 6 handy books made of re-purposed materials, perfect for note-taking or crafting! Get 'em in either A6 (pocket-size) or A5 sizes.
Materials |
Upcycled paper boards from the printing press Rescued stapler pins from an old factory waste |
Process | Upcycled paper boards are printed using organic colours/waste coffee and cut to size Prepared covers are staple bound with 100% recycled papers using a staple binding technique Final cutting is done using a die punch |
** Please note that the abstract cover prints will vary from book to book. Images are for your visual reference for colours and style
Are you the one who ticks with coffee. These coffee stained and burnt cover books are made using an exciting combination of upcycled and recycled materials. It is made for those who love coffee and all that comes with it. Regularly available in 3 different sizes and two styles. A6, A5 and A4 with Portraits and Landscape style. Pick the best-suited one for you.
Materials | Upcycled coffee ground coloured papers 100% recycled paper for inner paper Discarded threads for binding |
Process | Waste coffee grounds are used to extract the coffee-brown colour in the form of ink. This ink is used to create an abstract pattern on waste white papers. We use these papers as covers for the Coptic style books. |
Page details | 120 unruled pages of 100% recycled papers |
** These are abstract patterns created using an unpredictable process. The product images are for reference for a visual style.
A perfect fit for the rough and rouged kinds who like stuffing there items in a jiffy and run to work, party or an exciting weekend. Handmade Coptic style books using upcycled tyre tube covers and available in 2 sizes and two styles.
Materials | Hand-cleaned and hand-cut upcycled tyre tubes 100% recycled inner papers Discarded threads for binding |
Process | We use hand-cleaned tyre tubes with a backing of the paper board as covers of the Coptic bound notebooks. The inner papers are 100% recycled papers made from waste papers. |
Page details | 120 unruled pages of 100% recycled paper |
** Please note that the tyre tube textures and thicknesses are subject to available raw materials.
Embroidered cover travelogue cum planners made using upcycled, recycled and discarded materials giving you an alternative to the machine-made or leather products. The embroidery is inspired by the traditional form of Kasuti embroidery and also some contemporary style cross-stitches. These are in size close to an A5 size book. Sized at 20 X 14 centimetre.
Materials | Upcycled and hand-cleaned tyre tubes Recycled polyester felt Discarded threads from production units |
Process |
First, the waste and discarded tyre tubes are hand-cleaned and cut to size for the Redori covers and prepared by sticking the embroidered recycled felt to it. |
** Please note that the embroidered threads may vary in colour and thickness based on available discarded materials.
A classic Mughal-style geometry, carefully screen printed with water-based, eco-conscious inks, adorns the covers of books bound in a timeless Coptic-style binding.
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Process | The upcycled cotton papers are printed using water based eco-friendly inks and made into covers. The recycled papers are folded by hand and hand stitched using coptic style binding technique. |
Page details | 144 unruled, ruled and dotted grid pages of 100% recycled paper |
Old gold series notebooks are handcrafted from upcycled ammonia prints that were rescued from an obsolete factory's discard pile.
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Process | Original old engineering prints from a closed factory are used to make the covers of this books |
Page details | 144 plain, ruled, dotted grid pages of 100% recycled papers Made in India |
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Pencils are a great source of inspiration for many who write, sketch, design, illustrate or even calculate. These set of 6 pencils are made using recycled papers and hand-dyed using organic colours. Available in 3 types of patterns. A flat colour, a twister and a spiral style visual design feature.
Available in three styles and packs of 6 and 9 based on one's curiosity and personal style.
Materials | Recycled paper Organic colours HB / 2B leads |
Process | Pencil leads rolled in recycled papers or newspapers using glue are hand-coloured using organic colours to create solid and pattern styles |
** Mix sets will have a mix of three visual styles in the same number of pencils.
A range of accessories designed and develope from upcycled, recycled materials and handmade + machine processes. We keep designing and adding new accessories to help our customers organise and utilise the best potential of the Travelogue cum planners.
Materials | Discarded paper from the printing press Old Vinyl records |
Process |
Folder & envelops - Discarded paper boards are punched using a machine push for accuracy and then folded and hand-stuck using glue for final finishing. Bookmarks - Old vinyl records are Laser cut to the shape and size designed for bookmarks. |
** Please note that the paper quality and colour may differ based on available waste materials.
** Keep a look out on our social media for those limited editions if you have the stationery bug in you.
We have carefully designed these playing cards to inspire one's mind consciously towards sustainable choices. We replaced existing shapes of regular playing cards with icons that inspire sustainable ideas and philosophy. One can train their mind playing with these cards and get inspired to make better choices embedding sustainable thinking in day to day life. Available in two colour variations for the front.
Materials | Recycled paper Handmade box |
Process | These cards make a good fit for the conscious and curious-minded, digitally printed on recycled papers. |
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Processes | Hand-cleaned tyre tubes fused with recycled felt provide a flat surface for the covers 2 staple-bound notebooks A folder & an envelop made out discarded paper boards |
In the book |
The travelogue/ planner contain 1 reusable/refillable cover, 2 notebooks, a folder and an envelop. All reusable. |
* Please note that the colours and tyre tube textures may vary based on available raw materials.
* Customisation is possible for corporate gifting and branding
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