collect.it by Maris
"Collect.Share.Inspire.Change the world"
A collective movement transforming ocean plastic into beautiful souvenirs.Every piece tells a story of action, community, and change.Join us in inspiring others to take small steps that really make a difference.
Our story
"one cup, big impact"
Hi, I’m Maris! My sustainability journey started in 2018 when I realized how many single-use cups I was using while traveling for work. Switching to a simple foldable coffee cup sparked a bigger mission: reducing plastic waste and inspiring action.In 2023, I moved to Koh Samui, Thailand, and started turning collected ocean plastic into handcrafted souvenirs and decorations. Even clean-looking beaches were full of microplastics, so we needed a hands-on solution that not only cleans the environment but empowers local communities.
Collect.it by Maris was born. We began with beach cleanups, collecting ocean plastic, and transforming it into Souvenirs. Each piece tells a story turning waste into something valuable and inspiring.As the initiative grew, we partnered with local NGOs to set up improved recycling stations and expand awareness, while continuing to offer our creations to shops, resorts, and eco-conscious tourists. Together, we recycled thousands of pieces of ocean plastic, secured retail partnerships, and developed a model that can be replicated in other communities.Now based in Mallorca, we continue creating, sharing, and inspiring others to take small actions that truly make a difference.
Products I EcoCollected™ Souvenirs
“Plastic, Purpose, Impact”
Collect.it by Maris transforms collected ocean plastic into unique, handcrafted souvenirs and decorations. From magnets and keychains to seasonal pieces, each item tells a story of creativity, sustainability, and local impact.Every piece is carefully cleaned and crafted by hand, showcasing how small actions can make a big difference. Beyond creating beautiful souvenirs, our mission is to raise awareness around single-use plastic and inspire communities to take action.
Collect.it Community
“Join. Create. Inspire. Impact”
It was a pleasure to empower Marisa to take over Collect.it by Maris in Koh Samui.
Today, it’s her full-time passion: turning local ocean plastic waste into beautiful, meaningful creations. She’s now fully creative, inspiring her community, and making a real difference leaving her job behind to do what she loves.Collect.it is more than a project it’s a movement. Whether you want to start solo or build a local initiative, our DIY Start-Up Kit gives you the tools and guidance to transform plastic waste into impactful creations.Every project spreads awareness, supports local communities, and contributes to a cleaner, more sustainable world.💡 Want to start your own Collect.it workspace? Contact us to learn how to turn local ocean plastic waste into meaningful creations in your community.
DIY kit & contact
“Start. Build. Share. Change”
Start your own Collect.it project! Minimal investment, maximum impact turn local plastic into beautiful, meaningful creations.
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Thank you
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