Friends and neighbors, Pittsburgh-based company Thread has released their first direct to consumer product via kickstarter A Better Backpack ( www.abetterbackpack.com) What is it? Quite simply, a Better Backpack. It’s designed to help people get the most out of their day and look good doing it. Best of all, Thread is revolutionizing the fashion industry by using recycled materials to reduce impact on our planet. *About the Better Backpack: *From their office in Homewood, Thread created a 100% recycled canvas bag that brings new life to plastic bottles prevented from going to the landfill or the ocean and is generating income for folks around the globe. You'll find neoprene compartments within the bag that keep items like gym clothes, lunch, or even a bottle of wine safe and separate from the rest of the items you use every day. *The Kickstarter campaign is live until September 19, so head over to www.abetterbackpack.com <http://www.abetterbackpack.com> and pledge today to reserve your bag!* -- Kelsey Halling 412.576.0286 kelseyhalling@gmail.com