Stories of Challenges Discovered in December
Rather than something special, it’s simply a matter of course—the challenge of incorporating eco-friendliness into everyday life is

Recycled Dry Coat: A Lifestyle Resembling the Waves—A Challenge Filled with the Sincere Passion of Surfers

• Introducing the “Recycled Dry Coat” project—winter outerwear designed to withstand the cold snap.
• In time for the heavy snow and cold snap season, we’re bringing back the warmest product ever launched on wadiz for an encore.
• As a wadiz GREEN MAKER committed to sustainability and a NEXT BRAND that has consistently built a dedicated fan base, they achieved significant success.

Warmth is only truly complete when it’s sustainable. That’s why “Grills Union,” a maker truly dedicated to warmth, has unveiled a dry coat for the depths of winter. It offers warmth that stands firm even against the coldest snaps, embodying a warm heart committed to a long-lasting relationship with our beautiful planet.

By using fabric made from recycled PET bottles, they’ve minimized their environmental footprint and achieved excellent thermal insulation without using any animal-derived materials. This project embodies the philosophy of a maker who understands the joy of being active in nature better than anyone else, as well as the expertise of an outdoor brand. The maker, who has consistently built popularity and trust through their activities on wadiz, received overwhelming interest in their Recycled Dry Coat project, surpassing 3,000 notification subscribers.

A Goose-Free Goose Down Comforter: Breaking with Tradition and Pushing Boundaries—A Bold Challenge Spanning Two Generations

• Introducing the No-Bake Duvet Project, which replicates the feel of a goose down comforter without using any animal-derived materials.
• Manufactured using a unique method that doesn’t involve baking the filling, it offers goose-down-quality comfort at a reasonable price.
• The story—combining the technical expertise of a father who has run a comforter factory for 23 years with his daughter’s passion—touched the hearts of supporters.

Goose down comfortersare synonymous with winter. However, manypeople hesitate to buy them due to concerns about price and maintenance, as well as a sense of guilt toward animals. “Is it possible to enjoy warmth and coziness that surpasses goose down—without using goose down?” The No-Bake Comforter began with this question.

A company with 20 years of experience specializing in comforters revolutionized the materials and methods used in their production. They even built their own custom equipment—unavailable anywhere else on the market—and succeeded in recreating the feel of goose down without actually using it. This was a bold departure from traditional production methods. Everyone welcomed the arrival of this groundbreaking comforter, which offers goose-down quality at a price in the 100,000 won range. The story of the maker—who took over his parents’ comforter factory to carry out this project—added a deeply moving element, and many supporters sent warm cheers.

Vegan Cream Bread: A Delicious Challenge by a Vegan Pastry Chef, for Those Familiar with Veganism

• Introducing the Vegan Cream Bread Project, made without milk, butter, eggs, or flour.
• Using fresh produce from the Yeongwol region of Gangwon Province, it captured the hearts of supporters seeking healthy snacks. 
• Thanks to the maker’s passion for traveling across the country to spread the appeal of veganism, the product truly shone.

Perhaps thanks to health trends and social media, vegan food is no longer a foreign concept to us. However, when it comes time to choose, the notion that “vegan food doesn’t taste good” often makes it hard to take the plunge. A maker who is completely turning this public prejudice on its head has come to wadiz.

The vegan cream bread introduced by vegan bakery Aple is made exclusively with plant-based ingredients. It achieves perfect flavor without the milk, butter, or eggs typically found in bread. The bread is baked with domestically produced rice flour and filled with pistachio cream and peanut butter packed with whole nuts. The moment you take a big bite of this soft and chewy bread, the harmony of healthy ingredients transcends the bread itself, elevating it into a gourmet experience. The maker, who once majored in animal husbandry but became captivated by the appeal of veganism after realizing the industry’s impact on the environment , conveys the message that veganism is neither unfamiliar nor difficult through the slogan, “Vegan can be delicious; vegan is delicious.”

Solid Shampoo Bars: Soap for a Peaceful Daily Life—A Maker’s Commitment to Skin and the Environment

• Introducing the solid shampoo bar project, which addresses the shortcomings of existing shampoo bars.
• From trial packs to one-year subscriptions, the diverse Rewards tiers allowed us to quickly raise over 10 million won.
• Through News, they communicated thoughtfully by posting actual usage videos and Q&A sessions, building trust by addressing supporters’ questions.

There are choices we make—accepting some inconvenience—for the sake of the environment and our health. Solid shampoo bars used to be one of them. But with the arrival of Hugmoon, the perception of shampoo bars has changed. Rich lather, a firm texture that doesn’t get mushy, a design that complements any bathroom décor, and—most importantly—a user experience that satisfies both the scalp and hair. This product addresses all the inconveniences you’ve likely encountered when using solid shampoo bars. Above all, by minimizing packaging and using ingredients that are gentle on both the skin and the environment, it delivers both authenticity and functionality.

The maker’s authenticity naturally carried over into the way the project was run. The story was crafted with careful consideration of the moments when supporters would use the product, and the project received rave reviews from supporters for its diverse range of Rewards, from trial packages to one-year subscriptions.This project, the maker’sfirst on wadiz, was a huge success, raising over 10 million won.

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Written by Lee Eun-ah, Edited by Jeong Yu-jin