
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 Sampurnata Sustainable Solutions Pvt Ltd for The Second Life brand for it's brand THE SECOND LIFE offers shipping options to it's customers.
Methods & prices
Currently, we offer only standard shipping to all our cusotmers. Standard shipping is processed for shipping with in 1-3 days of the order.
The shipping prices are defined based on weight. Each 0.5 kg of weight is charges at Rs 50.00 (Actual weight vs volumetric weight whichever is higher) including packing and handling.
Domestic & international shipping
Currently we offer our products to Indian continent only. We are working on our international shipping and will be available to a larger international market.
Shipping time frames
All domestic orders are processed for shipping within 1-3 days of the orders. 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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Hand-cut from upcycled tyre tubes, the robust 30 cm X 20 cm kits offer an incredibly versatile way to store and organize a range of items, such as pencils, pens, and hand tools of suitable thickness. An elastic closure allows for easy transport and the durable tyre tubes guarantee long-lasting use.
The slots are of varies length to accommodate different thickness of tools.
Materials | The elegantly upcycled discarded tyre tube, recycled polyester felt, a wood bead sourced from waste wood, and discarded elastics from grand factories - all come together to form the perfect sustainable accessory. |
Process | Hand-cleaned tyre tubes using soap and coconut oil Lathe turned wooden bead from waste wood |
* Please note that the tyre tube textures may vary based on available raw materials.
** Please note the pencils and tools in the image are only for reference on how to use it. The tool kit does not come with any tools/pencils.
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.
This is an earphone holder or organizer to ease the tangle of your earphones. These are made from an old tyre tube by upcycling and repurposing the tube part of it.
Unlike many other designs one does not need to carry a box or a piece around separately. This organiser can be left on the earphones while in use or not.
Find a tutorial video at the link here.
Materials | Discarded tyre tube |
Process | Hand-cleaned tyre tubes die punched to needed shapes |
These goggle cases are hand-cut and made from discarded tyre tubes. They have an inner lining of recycled felt that forms a soft cushioned surface for the spectacles. The cases make a good environmentally conscious substitute for the existing cases in the market. The tire tubes have a long life span and durability. These measure 17 cm X 5.5 cm X 6 cm in size.
Materials | Discarded tyre tubes Recycled polyester felt Metallic button |
Process | Hand cleaned tyre tubes infused with recycled polyester felt for soft cushioning for the goggles Hand-cut and hand-stitched finish |
* Please note that the product textures and colours may vary based on 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.
Crafted from upcycled tyre tube and recycled felt, this vegan-friendly and earth-friendly cardholder offers a sustainable way to keep credit/debit cards, business cards, and membership cards secure. Revel in the satisfaction of knowing you've embraced a more eco-conscious lifestyle!
Materials | Upcycled tyre tubes Recycled felt Metallic buttons fixtures |
Process | These are made using hand-cleaned and hand-cut tyre tube by attaching recycled felt for a clean outcome for a cardholder, which protects and keeps the cards clean. 100% handmade product using discarded and recycled materials |
** Please note that the textures and thickness of the tyre tubes may vary based on available tyre tubes used as raw materials.
** Customised felt colour and screen printed branding is possible on no above 50
An upcycled tyre tube and recycled felt wallet for women is designed to fit multiple items like payment cards, cash and also a mobile phone. These wallets are handmade out of tyre tubes and recycled felt.
Materials | Upcycled tyre tubes Recycled felt Metallic buttons fixtures |
Process | These are made using hand-cleaned and hand-cut tyre tube by attaching recycled felt for a clean outcome for a cardholder, which protects and keeps the cards clean. 100% handmade product using discarded and recycled materials |
** Please note that the textures and thickness of the tyre tubes may vary based on available tyre tubes used as raw materials.
** Customised felt colour and screen printed branding is possible on no above 50
Sometimes one needs that odd size for their tools, nick-nacks or other creative supplies. These are for those times and to be organised and relaxed. These pouches are a unique combination of our own (invented) stitching process and will tickle the sustainable bone in you.
Size - 15 x 11 x 2 centimetres
Materials | Hand-cleaned Upcycled tyre tubes Hand-stretched upcycled VHS (video) tapes Metallic buttons |
Process | The VHS tape used as threads is first hand-stretched with proper tension to convert them into threads for stitching. Hand-cleaned tyre tubes are prepared with punching holes manually for sewing. Then using a strip hand-cleaned upcycled tyre tube and VHS tape thread the pieces are hand-stitched to perfect shape. For finishing and closure, the final metallic button is added for an intriguing look. |
** Please note that the texture and thickness of tyre tubes may vary based on available raw materials.
** Customisation is possible for orders above 50 pieces.
They are targeted to a sustainable traveller’s need for the security and safekeeping of passports and other immigration documents. These are smallholders that can hold up to 2 passports, few cards and small folded papers.
These are made using a combination of upcycled tyre tubes, recycled felt and upcycled Flex as inner layers.
Materials | Upcycled and hand-cleaned tyre tubes Recycled polyester felt Upcycled Flex (billboard materials) |
Process | The waste and discarded tubes are hand-cleaned and prepared to be fused with recycled felt for a range of colour covers for passports. The waste flex is prepared to shape and size to be used as inner layers for holding cards and stuck together with the cover. |
A recent addition to our handmade, upcycled and recycled product range are these versatile pouches of different shape and sizes. Handmade using upcycled tyre tubes, upcycled waste wood and recycled felts. The diversity of colours provide a choice fo one’s taste. One can use select a suitable size for the need of the hour.
Materials | Upcycled tyre tubes Upcycled waste and leftover wood Recycled felt |
Process | The tyre tubes are hand-cleaned and prepared to a variety of shapes and sizes to be fused with a set of coloured recycled felt. Waste wood is shaped into thin strips, cleaned and finished for use with tyre tubes. These materials are put together using templates for a final finish into a multipurpose pouch. |
** Please note that the wood is of rescued and discarded materials. It may vary in texture and colour based on available waste materials.