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With this economy, it may not seem like the time to invest in making your home more energy efficient, but veteran TV home improvement expert Danny Lipford has teamed with Bosch to show how this is exactly the time to make improvements. In fact, new advances in eco-friendly technologies can save homeowners hundreds in annual

A few days ago I received a package containing one of the cleverest and most inventive examples of repurposing that I’ve seen in quite some time. A keystone to any green living initiative, repurposing allows us to give old objects a new lease on life while conserving the materials and resources that would otherwise be

Gift giving is arguably one of the best parts of the holiday season. Unfortunately, with the bestowing of gifts also comes incessant waste. According to Earth911, discarded wrapping paper and shopping bags in the U.S. total more than 4 million tons annually. Moreover, the EPA states holiday gift-wrapping is largely attributed to the approximate 25

Either you love or hate this time of year: Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving when shoppers rush to malls to score early Christmas gift-giving deals. There’s also the online Monday equivalent, Cyber Monday, which is much more friendly to the planet. Last year Black Friday was 50 times more carbon intensive compared to

My husband and I are in the midst of planning a little Thanksgiving getaway and chances are, many of you are too. The holidays are unquestionably one of the busiest travel times of the year and the prospect of so many headed on vacation got me thinking: while many will be staying with family during

When it comes to taking personal responsibility for the environment, few can match the record of actor and activist Ed Begley, Jr. Known for turning up at Hollywood events on his bicycle, he has served as chairman of the Environmental Media Association and the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy. He serves on the boards of many

The genesis of hessnatur is both simple and unique. The time was 1976, before people who loved and respected nature were called environmentalists, before there was a green movement. Heinz Hess was a naturalist, a man who ardently believed that pure was better, organic was healthier, that man and nature should exist in harmony. So

These hand screen-printed, water-based bottles openers are too cool to not add to our blog. Made from either natural wood grain or painted wood, these eco openers will warm up any kitchen and make great gifts for the upcoming holidays. Created by FluffyCo, a small business committed to producing apparel, accessories, and decor through great [...]

Although June may still be the most popular month to say, “I do,” autumn is quickly climbing the ranks as one of the most popular times of the year to get married. With deep, dazzling hues and crisp, fresh air, Mother Nature herself offers a stunning, romantic, and eco-friendly backdrop for a fall wedding. Lest

There are new words on every French lips: Verrines and apéritifs dînatoires. And if you wanted to go full-French, you could have an apéritif dînatoire during which you would serve des verrines délicieuses. Verrines are a beautiful way to serve food, and as the name indicates, the food is served in a glass, which allow

Handmade from reclaimed roofing tin and scrap plywood, these rustic frames are an awesome way to display photos, hold memos or notes. Margaret Taylor’s business of creating artful picture frames, mirrors, furniture, birdhouses, garden and wall art actually began as a hobby. Taylor gained experience and knowledge helping her father on house projects. She was [...]

Cork has been used ever since the Greeks and the Romans discovered it more than 1,000 years ago. It comes from an oak tree growing naturally throughout the Mediterranean region and offers humans still can’t reproduce. When it comes to cork, most people think wine stoppers and memo boards. But thousands more uses exist.It turns

Upcycled art is generally described as artwork that’s compiled of objects that have been discarded by others. There are tons of reclaimed art artists that use the vision of what art is to them, to create visually stunning recycled items. It takes a truly artistic mind to look at what many people would consider to

The beauty in nature is always inspiring to Julia, and her love for wildlife and the great outdoors is apparent throughout her jewelry collections. Her grandmother, a fashion influence and model environmental philanthropist, opened her eyes to the beauty in small details. From a young age, Julia was exploring the outdoors, collecting rocks, minerals, bones,

Bed could be the best place on earth. There’s nothing better than snuggling up with your loved one on a cold winter’s night, lounging in the sunlight on a lazy summer morning or catching some Zs after a tough week at work. Make these experiences even more better by dressing your bed in eco-friendly bedding.

Looptworks is a ground-breaking company that repurposes abandoned materials into meaningful, long-lasting and limited-edition clothing. By re-using the world’s pre-consumer excess, this U.S.-based business aims to rid the world of waste while inspiring a generation to reduce their impact on the planet. Looptworks has turned the way traditional apparel companies manufacture cool clothing inside out: [...]

Looptworks is a ground-breaking company that repurposes abandoned materials into meaningful, long-lasting and limited-edition clothing. By re-using the world’s pre-consumer excess, this U.S.-based business aims to rid the world of waste while inspiring a generation to reduce their impact on the planet. Looptworks has turned the way traditional apparel companies manufacture cool clothing inside out: [...]

Before you throw away that old pair of jeans or toss your plastic bags, consider the amount of crafts you can make out of these recyclable materials. Recycling used materials for crafts is not only kind on your wallet, but also kind to the earth and turns household clutter into art. Here are 15 crafts

Packing your lunch means not only saving money, but also saving the environment. Made from BPA-free and phthalate-free polypropylene and safety tested for lead, these Oots make great looking lunch boxes. The Lunch box comes in three different color combinations: Blue, Green and Orange. They are sold either without containers, or as a deluxe version, [...]

These Sonic Fabric Neckties are a limited-edition project hand sewn by a very creative designer. Inspired by the organically activated sound of Buddhist prayer flags and sailboat tell-tails, artist Alyce Santors sought to create an everyday item with the same audible effect. Designer Julio Cesar adapts Santoro’s textile in this smart, everyday tie. The ties [...]