BottlesUp will bring glass back at the 2011 International Home + Housewares Show in Chicago, March, where it will introduce the first reusable glass water bottle that blends the artistic beauty of glass with the environmental responsibility of all natural, recycled materials. The BottlesUp glass water bottle is designed by nationally-acclaimed glass artist, Laurel Herter & will be available in March for immediate delivery. "We've been able to capture the beauty of glass & highlight its spectacular qualities in a reusable bottle," said Laurel Herter, founder, BottlesUp. "The distinctive qualities of the glass go beyond the bottle, it's better for the environment & for our own health. Our launch at the Show allows us to share a unique glass bottle with retailers seeking to sell an everyday item that blends art, functionality & environmental responsibility." The International Home + Housewares Show is the world's premier housewares marketplace & features more than 2,000 exhibitors. The sturdy 22-oz glass water bottle is 100% sourced in North America. Each bottle is created from recycled glass (up to 75% recycled & sourced on-site) using ancient techniques in a modern glass-making facility in Mexico. The bottles are enhanced by food-grade silicone caps & grippers made in Maine. Glass is the purest & healthiest material to use for beverages. BottlesUp's bottles are free of known toxins including Bisphenol-A (BPA), phthalates, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) & polycarbonates that research has shown can compromise human health. Designed with the human hand in mind, the midsection taper & silicon rings provide "gription" allowing an easy, comfortable grasp of the bottle. There is no plastic in the product or the packaging, a commitment to both health & the environment that the company takes seriously. This dedication to creating a truly green product results in BottlesUp glass water bottle having the lowest carbon footprint in the industry.
