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Dec 16, 2011Klean Kanteen They are piled in our landfills, tossed along the side of the road and exposing us to harmful chemicals, yet plastic drink bottles are still sold at an overwhelming pace. Currently, U.S. residents buy a half billion plastic water bottles a week! The ease of being able to grab a bottle of water on the go is a bonus for many people who are busy and want what they think is a healthy drink. However, the plastic bottle can… READ MORE
Oct 3, 2011Green Field Paper Company There’s something about putting pen to paper that is calming and just a little old fashioned in these days of laptops, tablets and smart phones. Writing a note, writing in a journal, or sending a personal card to a friend has much more meaning now that so much of what we do is electronic. However, the fact still remains that in order to make paper, we need to cut down trees. Or do we? If you purchase one of… READ MORE
Nov 16, 2010Schimmel Art Wonderful works of art evoke different emotions and reactions and can truly touch your soul. But does the world of art touch the soul of our planet a little too much? How much consideration is given to the environment when artists are producing these fantastic and beautiful creations? Sandhi Schimmel Gold has taken up the challenge of merging the creative, and often flamboyant, art world with protecting the environment. And she does it with finesse; in her own words… READ MORE
Mar 3, 2010Environmentally Conscious Celebrations Today, consumers interested in hosting an environmentally conscious celebration can select green invitations, use energy-saving equipment, and provide biodegradable eating utensils. With careful planning, nearly every detail of a baby shower, wedding celebration, anniversary soiree, or birthday party can stay in line with your eco-initiatives. To send eco-friendly party favors home with guests, consider the following suggestions:
Wedding Favors – Lavender Wedding Rice
Serving as a symbol of fertility and good fortune, tossing… READ MORE
Jan 6, 2010Eco-Jewelry Making: Recycled Jewelry Supplies
Taking a quick peek around the web, it’s easy to find scads of beautiful jewelry for sale. From unique bangle bracelets to earrings and brooches, there’s no shortage of options for every style. However, when you decide to create your own beautiful designs, you’ll want to make the best choices regarding your supplies – and keep the environment in mind.
Recycled Glass Beads
Beads and Pieces has a large supply of beads in many different styles and… READ MORE
Dec 4, 2008Preserve the Planet, One Gift at a Time No matter what the occasion – holidays, birthdays, baby showers, weddings or something else worth celebrating, there’s an eco-friendly way to wrap your presents with style. In most cases, when it comes time to shop for gift-wrapping items, we end up with an excess of wrapping paper, tissue paper, ribbon, tape and all those other little things needed to make a present look attractive. Fortunately, there is a way to wrap a gift without spending too much money on… READ MORE
Nov 1, 2008Sustainable Beauty What makes life worth living? “Give us bread, but give us roses,” goes the famous labor poem, and song, as true today as ever. Sustaining ourselves is not about sacrificing beauty, especially natural beauty. Organic flowers fill our lives with great color, scent, and appearance while contributing to a better world. With $40 billion spent annually on floral goods, consumers who insist on organic standards will have a substantial impact on people’s lives.
Organic Bouquet stands out as the… READ MORE
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