The holidays are quickly approaching, not to mention the monthly birthday's, baby showers, and other occasions you give gifts on.There are wrapping papers and gift bags that are either 100% recycled product or gift bags that are made with Tree Free kenaf, a much better option than the typical wrapping paper. This bag was made with tree free kenaf and is just as … [Read more...] about Eco Tuesday’s: Green, eco-friendly gift wrapping
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Jonas Brothers are green!
I must admit I was pleasantly shocked and elated today by something that the Jonas Brothers did. Oh you don't know the Jonas Brothers? Ask any girl age about 7 yrs to teens, they'll tell you! Or you could just visit their site and see who they are. Today my daughter wanted the CD entitled "Jonas Brothers" (clever name huh?! LOL) anyhow, I bought it for her and … [Read more...] about Jonas Brothers are green!
Green Cleaning Products
There are numerous reasons to clean using natural eco-friendly products and methods. Did You Know? According to an EPA study, the air in homes has chemical contamination levels 70 times greater than outdoor air. 50% of all illnesses are caused by or aggravated by polluted indoor air. Approximately 15% of the American population suffers from chemical … [Read more...] about Green Cleaning Products
Buy Green Back to School Supplies
Sadly, it's almost time for some of us to send out children back to school :( As much as I don't like the thought, I have to accept it's soon time to start buying school supplies. I'm buying green supplies, my DD insists on it so she can help spread the word in middle school about going green and making a difference. You can get these folders that are stylish and … [Read more...] about Buy Green Back to School Supplies
Affordable Mineral Makeup™ is PETA approved
If you visit Affordable Mineral Makeup™ you'll see the logo below. That means we've been approved by PETA as a cruelty free company. It's an honor to be recognized by them and be able to provide products to our clients that they can be comfortable knowing that not only are we associated with SafeCosmetics but we are also associated with PETA and ensuring our clients and … [Read more...] about Affordable Mineral Makeup™ is PETA approved
Eco Tuesday: Swap, Sell or Donate
If you have something you no longer want or need, consider swapping it, selling it or donating it. It keeps the item from landfill and trash and enables someone else to use your item without having to buy brand new, thus extending the life of the item and minimizing trash :) There are places online you can go to do this: www.Freecycle.org you can find groups in your … [Read more...] about Eco Tuesday: Swap, Sell or Donate
Eco Tuesday: Lowering utility bill & Tankless Water Heater
Heating water in your household accounts to close to 13% of your utility bill. There are ways to reduce that: Set your thermostat on the heater to about 130 degrees. You could insulate your existing heater with heater blankets, insulate the pipes connecting to the heater as well. We highly recommend to use solar power to reduce your electricity bill, visit Powertec Solar to … [Read more...] about Eco Tuesday: Lowering utility bill & Tankless Water Heater
Organic Fred’s Organic Cotton Weekend Bag
You can get this great Organic Cotton weekend bag at https://www.organicfred.com/fredsstore/itemDetails.asp?ID=123 I got mine and love it. This thing is huge! I'll have more than ample room for all my goodies when I take off for a few days to St. Augustine or wherever... As per Organic Fred's description: Set sail this season with a 100% Organic Cotton weekend bag. … [Read more...] about Organic Fred’s Organic Cotton Weekend Bag
8 Ways to Green Your Independence Day
In this article there are 8 tips to have a green Independence Day. http://www.enn.com/lifestyle/article/37516 … [Read more...] about 8 Ways to Green Your Independence Day
Eco Tuesday: BPA’s, Water Bottles
In my first post for today I talked about traveling to state parks. When you do that you're going to need and want to bring your own drink. What do you carry your drink in? Is it a plastic bottle that contains toxin Bisphenol A(BPA)? Is it a bottle that's free of toxin Bisphenol A(BPA)? I certainly hope so. If you don't have BPA free bottles, visit the site below to get … [Read more...] about Eco Tuesday: BPA’s, Water Bottles