
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 shipping prices are defined based on weight. Each 0.5 kg of weight is charged 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 the 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. 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.
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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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.
Is upcycled and sustainable what you are keen on, then these ones are the best fit. These are a combination of 2 processes. Japanese stab binding and french folding technique used in bookbinding. This Japanese stab bound books are made of 100% upcycled materials. The covers are made using waste boards and waste paper as cove jacket.
Materials | Upcycled boards covered with handmade papers Inner papers are leftover pamphlet sheets from the printing press Bound with waste threads from production units |
Process | These books are hand-bound using waste board, waste papers and old bill book papers. The cover is screen printed using a simple handwritten and drawn artwork "There is no planet B" Dedicated to the planet earth which is supposed to be treated and respected as a mother. |
Page details |
90 unruled pages of 100% upcycled papers and boards 100 GSM upcycled paper one-sided pamphlets- rough texture |
** These books are part of our limited edition range and are available for a limited no.
Field books with a "There is no planet B" print. A constant reminder for you to make sustainable choices every day.
Materials | Upcycled & rescued paper boards screen printed Inner papers are rescued lab books from waste vendors headed for recycling Staple-bound using old discarded staples from a closed factory |
Process | These books are hand-bound using waste board, waste papers. The cover is screen printed using a simple handwritten and drawn artwork "There is no planet B" Dedicated to the planet earth which is supposed to be treated and respected as a mother. |
Page details |
90-100 plain + ruled pages of upcycled papers and boards Book size - 23 X 15.5 cm 75-80 GSM upcycled paper |
** These books are part of our limited edition range and are available for a limited no.
A new addition to our handmade, upcycled and recycled product range are these versatile pouches of different shape and sizes. Handmade using upcycled tyre tubes and upcycled waste wood. The diversity of size provides a choice for one’s need. One can use select a suitable size for the need of the hour.
Materials | Upcycled tyre tubes Upcycled waste and leftover wood |
Process | The tyre tubes are hand-cleaned and prepared for a variety of shapes and sizes. 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.
These tool kits are hand-cut and made from discarded tyre tubes. These toolkits can be used for multiple types of tools and use cases like pens, hand tools of appropriate thicknesses. The kit can be rolled up and secured with an elastic that makes it easy to be carried around. The tyre tubes have a long life span and durability. These measure 24 cm X 17 cm in size.
The slots are of varies length to accommodate different thickness of tools.
Materials | Upcycled discarded tyre tube A wooden bead from waste wood Discarded elastics from large scale factories |
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.
A sustainable alternate material sling bag handmade using waste tyre tubes.
Materials |
Hand-cleaned Upcycled tyre tubes Nylon threads Metallic fixtures |
Process |
The waste tyre tubes are cleaned in a hot water bath. In the second level cleaning, we use coconut oil to weaken the hard to wash debris on the tyre tube and scrub it out. Next tyre tube patterns are cut to size. After the final cutting, we stuck together with the pieces and prepare the bag pieces for manual hole punching. The hand stitching process begins and starts to bring out the end result. With few finishing processes of adding fixtures and preparing sling and handles the bag is ready for final cleaning and packing. |
Size |
22 X 15 X 3 centemetres / 8.6 X 5.9 X 1.2 inches |
Weight |
Average 350 grams |
** 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.