Sourcing

Creating as little of a negative environmental impact on this planet is something I value strongly in my daily life, so of course this has to reflect within my business too.

It is my commitment to have source the highest quality, earth friendly materials for packing the pieces.
Where possible, supplies are regenerated from recycled materials, to give them another chance at life.

In order to get your items to you safely, we have to wrap them in a cosy paper hug, to ensure there’s no breakage during travel. Please reuse the packaging where you can.

All our shipping supplies have been sourced from Australian owned companies
(minus the custom tape from Noissue, as they’re New Zealand based)

Postcards: printed locally with recycled paper & vegetable based inks. - keep or recycle!

Boxes: Large (20x20): made from 100% recycled materials.
Small (15x15): made from 70% recycled materials. - biodegradable, recyclable or reusable.

Clear tape: made from natural rubber adhesive & PLA, made using renewable energy, non toxic. - compostable.

Muda Erda tape: made from 100% recycled materials, soy based inks. - recyclable, compostable and biodegradable.

Hex paper wrap: FSC certified paper. - 100% recyclable and compostable.

Hemp twine: coloured with eco friendly azo-free dyes. - biodegradable.

Plain kraft paper: made from virgin materials. recyclable, biodegradable & compostable.

Shipping labels: made from 100% recycled materials, water soluble adhesive, printed with standard toner- recyclable
(if the box is being recycled too then you can keep the label on there.. but please make sure cross off your personal information)

Packaging Breakdown

Any types of clay used for my pieces are always ensured to be high quality stoneware, from Australian manufacturers.
I source my bags of clay through the studio I fire at.

Glazes are mixed professionally by the studio or professionals, and I can guaranteed they will always be food safe glazes, unless stated in the description of any decorative pieces.

During the creation process, I ensure there is no materials wasted. I recycle, rewedge or reclaim any leftover bits of clay that didn’t quite make it the first time. This saves a lot of money on bags of clay! It’s crazy how much the trimmings can add up in kg’s.

The plastic packaging that clay comes in, gets repurposed within the creating process to protect the pieces whilst they’re slow drying, or to store any scraps of clay.

Any final pieces that aren’t up to usual standards will either be given to a friend or family member, or be sold at a cheaper price under the “seconds” section on the shop!

Clay & Glaze

For every order, a tree is planted somewhere in Australia.

Thanks to your support, donations are made to One Tree Planted, habitat corridors will be created for koalas is NSW and Victoria, and enhancing the biodiversity in our state Western Australia.

We choose to support the restoration of Australian native flora (which will benefit the ecosystem and regions, depending on the plant) which may include acacia, banksia, eucalyptus, melaleuca, and many other native species.

Trees are planted and maintained the right way by partnering with local land owners and providing sustainable & regenerative agriculture practices and high quality projects.

One Tree Planted also supports local communities, wildlife protection, and climate change resilience.

Since launching Muda Erda in December 2021, we have planted 40+ trees with all the pieces sold!

Thank you so much for your support, I do hope to explore new ways of giving back to our planet in the future.