It is well documented that Latinos are the original recyclers. Why not bring it up a notch and regale your menstruating Latina friends with an ecologically-responsible alternative that will put a stop to crowding our landfills with menses-dripping disposable pads. Treehugger explains:

It’s time to join the hand-made revolution and re-assert your creativity (and to redefine “rag”) by picking out some funky, colourful, pretty fabrics and to make your very own menstrual pads tailored for you (while remembering that not so long along, reusable rags were once commonly used by women). Have a sew-in with some girlfriends or surprise someone with a pretty and useful hand-made gift.

Fo’ shizzle! We can’t wait to see Cindy and Alex upcycling some shit around the Guanabee offices like used tamale corn husks into nice maxipads. How eco!

Bleed With Pride: Make-It-Yourself Menstrual Pads [Treehugger]