What I said I believe is true, from several research reports that I have read, along with some in-depth TV programs on this subject.

You should note that I said, "A lot of the plastic ... is actually not recycled." I didn't say all of it, or even half of it, wasn't. There are a few types of plastic which are being recycled to a fair degree.

And even a plastic drink bottle used twice or more is more environmentally friendly than a single use then recycled. I've reused plastic water bottles up to 8 to 10 times before recycling them. When I go on plane trips, I pick up a plastic drink bottle very early after arriving. Sometimes it's water, sometimes a soft drink or juice. I pick out a bottle that is sturdy. I use it for my entire trip. Then toss it into a recycling bin at the airport on the way home. Skipping the use of 8-10 extra bottles is a hugely positive action.

All plastics now have a recycling symbol on them, with a number within it. Plastics #1, #2, and #6 have a fair chance of actually being recycled. Numbers 3, 4, 5, and 7 will usually end up in a landfill, even if you put them into a recycle bin.

I love all of the products now using recycled plastic.

As to the question about wool, a number of craft people make products out of recycled wool. It's quite usable if someone takes the time to do it. Places like:
http://www.hgtv.com/home-improvement...ool/index.html
http://www.hgtv.com/crafting/recycle...ing/index.html
http://www.abundantearth.com/store/W...esBlanket.html
http://simplyserina.wordpress.com/20...-wool-longies/