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Eco-Friendly Crafts for Moms and Kids

May 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Eco-friendly crafts take on at least one green aspect with the goal of reducing our impact as much as possible. Here are some key considerations.

Spring is one of the best times to get out into nature with your kids again and get crafting. Eco-friendly crafts take on at least one green aspect with the goal of reducing our impact as much as possible. Key Considerations and Ideas For Eco-Friendly Crafts Reused. Reusing an object that might otherwise go to waste is a great lesson for kids. Whether or not an item has multiple uses helps when thinking about buying something in the first place. Use old containers to show off freshly cut ... Continue Reading

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What You Can Do For Earth Day

April 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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For Earth Day, check out these untraditional ways to improve our environment and our health.

Earth Day is April 22, but really, every day is Earth Day. It is of course our home and we are all in this together. As moms we get busy (very busy) and other than throwing a jar in the recycle bin, I think we forget how much power we have to reshape our surroundings and ultimately our children’s future. You probably already do a variety of things: take your chic reusable tote out shopping, turn off lights when you are not in a room, and recycle your plastic and tins. We wanted to ... Continue Reading

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Green Up Your Office and Workplace

January 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Top green ideas for making your workplace a little more environmentally friendly.

Many of us have taken steps to go green at home and on the road, but what about at the office? There are several easy ways to green up your workplace and even save a little cash in the process. Here are some of my top green ideas for making your workplace a little more environmentally friendly. Go Digital You would think in our day and age that most offices have gone mostly digital, but you'd be surprised at the amount of paper waste that can still accumulate. Avoid paper waste as much as ... Continue Reading

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Ten Green Resolutions For the New Year

January 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Make New Year’s resolutions that include going green – both at home and in transportation.

January was named after the Roman god Janus, the god of gates, doors, and beginnings. It seems fitting then that we celebrate January 1 as a new beginning, a fresh start, a time to change for the better in the new year. This new beginning gives us pause to reflect on choices that didn’t work in the past and gives us a chance to make a positive difference in the future. Change can be difficult, especially when you are trying to do too much all at once. Take small steps that will ensure a ... Continue Reading

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Green Gift Ideas for Mom

December 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Great holiday gift ideas for the green mom on your list.

Green gifts come in all shapes, sizes, and levels of “greenness”. There really is a green gift for every mom out there. So regardless of whether your mom (or spouse) is a chef or outdoorsy type, there is a green gift for her. Here are some of my favorite green gifts depending on her hobbies. The Chef Does your mom spend most of her time in the kitchen? Are your fondest memories with your mother those of you baking with her in the kitchen? If so, she may be a “chef” mom. Here are ... Continue Reading

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Green Entertaining for the Holidays

November 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Do some green entertaining this holiday season when planning your functions.

Will the holiday season fast approaching; you may be considering hosting a party or family function at your home. Entertaining your guests doesn’t have to come at the cost of Mother Nature though. You can go green this holiday season when planning your functions. Here are a few tips to stay green while entertaining your guests. Break out the China Okay, it doesn’t have to be your finest China, but please skip the disposable plates and utensils. Either opt for a more formal setting ... Continue Reading

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Green Up Your Wardrobe

September 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Here are a few tips to add a little green to your wardrobe without sacrificing the latest trends.

If you are looking for eco-friendly choices in attire there are numerous options out there. Here are a few tips to add a little green to your wardrobe without sacrificing the latest trends. Sustainable Materials Look for items made from sustainable materials such as bamboo or hemp. These fabrics can be very breathable and add a touch of class to any wardrobe. Bamboo camisoles are becoming very popular and are readily accessible. The beauty of many sustainable materials is their neutrality. ... Continue Reading

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Reduce Your Waste

September 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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With a few simple steps you can reduce your waste and start seeing your mound of garbage dwindle.

Choosing to reduce your waste doesn't require a complete lifestyle overhaul. With a few simple steps you will start seeing your mound of garbage dwindle. Recycle Everyone knows that recycling can help reduce some of your waste. However, did you know that over 50% off all garbage can be recycled? In a year, that can be equal to a FOOTBALL field worth of garbage for one family! So wouldn't you like to remove a football field sized amount of garbage from your weekly curbside load? Simply take ... Continue Reading

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Going Green and Eco-Friendly for Back to School Supplies

August 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Choosing high-quality, eco-friendly, green back to school supplies doesn’t have to be difficult.

As much as many kids, and parents, either lament or look forward to going back to school and the end of summer, it is always a time of high emotions. Kids have fears and excitement about the start of a new school year. Parents have anxiety, relief, or most often, mixed emotions. Adding concerns about the cost and environmental impact of back to school supplies and gear becomes overwhelming for many families, but choosing high-quality, eco-friendly school supplies doesn’t have to be ... Continue Reading

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