by Maureen @ 12:17 pm 168 comments »
UPDATE December 3, 2008: It’s official. Congratulations to Burt N., whose name was selected at random as our Giveaway Winner. Thanks to everyone for participating. Although this giveaway is closed, be sure to check out our current Great Green Giveaways listed on the middle column of our page. original post follows…
Looking for a smart and useful holiday gift? Compliments of Kathy, one lucky reader will receive a free Standard Climate Kit — a collection of tools and tips that will help you save money, energy and water.
(valued at $44.95, plus free shipping to anywhere in the U.S.)
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Wednesday, November 26, 2008
by rd @ 12:01 pm 2 comments »
Please don’t hurt yourself rushing to buy this piece of crappy Chinese solar technology.
This collapsible traffic cone presumably fits in one’s trunk. The little built-in solar panel charges a rechargeable battery that powers red LED bulbs. Add some reflective ‘material’ and you have a supposedly green highway safety gadget.
No info on how a it gets solar-charged while stored in the dank, dark trunk of your Smart car…do Smart cars even have a trunk?
$55 @ gadget.brando.com.hk
by rd @ 10:17 am 6 comments »
Bask in the intrinsic character and beauty of reclaimed wood flooring while doing your part to conserve our trees and forests. Deforestation and logging of old growth forests are a threat to ecosystems worldwide, why not do your bit for the planet while imbuing your home or office with the natural richness and warmth reclaimed lumber can provide. Kansas City-based, Elmwood Reclaimed Timber creates great looking wood flooring from reclaimed woods including white oak, heart pine, chestnut and walnut.
Elmwood also creates reclaimed wood counter-tops, paneling, mantels, cabinets and ceilings. They keep it green in all phases of their operation, and all of their antique wood products are 100% reclaimed from old buildings, barns, rural structures and sustainable sources of reclaimed timber. They’re also FSC certified.
see more @ elmwood reclaimed timber
by rd @ 8:58 am post a comment »
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
by Maureen @ 1:01 pm post a comment »
Ladies, it’s cold outside; so let’s put a lid on it! Here are some personal faves that may suit your eco friendly fancy. Remember, style can be had at any price.
Above, L to R from Urban Outfitters
wool leopard cocktail hat ($28). applique cloche ($34). fedora ($34).
Below, L to R
BTC Elements, london cap ($56) hand-knit in Peru;
fairly sourced, 60% Alpaca, 40% wool.
People Tree striped beanie hand-knit wool from Nepal, (£12).
Urge to splurge a little? Below, L to R
From U.K.-based Devidoll, Deborah Lindquist’s tassle aviator cap (£89.60) or snowflake cap (£58.50), both on sale and eco-fashioned from vintage cashmere. Also available in the U.S. via deborahlindquist.com
Whether it’s artsy, trendy, vintage, boho chic or simply designed for nonstop comfort, we’re always looking for an eco-friendly, sustainably-made head turner. Eco fashionistas, throw your favorite green hat in our ring via the comment area.
by Maureen @ 10:38 am 1 comment »
When an e-card just isn’t appropriate — curb the eco guilt with these hot off the press, super stylish greeting cards from San Francisco-based, Redbean Design.
A beautiful array of elegant designs printed with soy-based ink on luxuriously smooth, heavyweight and un-coated, FSC-certified, 100% post consumer waste paper. Manufactured with wind power. The perfect tableau for your bon mot.
Box of 12 square cards with rounded corners, and envelopes $18.
shop @ shopredbean.com
more info @ Redbean.com
by Amanda @ 9:24 am post a comment »
Tired of bracelets speaking only of your taste in jewelry? Want to silently, yet actively, express your concern for issues about which you care deeply?
The I’m Tired of bracelets allow you to make a statement while covering your wrist with feel-good fashion.
When you exchange ten dollars for one of these cause-related bracelets constructed of recycled tires and metals, you automatically donate five dollars to an organization working to put issues like global warming, animal cruelty, cancer, autism and AIDS to rest.
Eco-friendly jewelry, and financial jewelry for charities all wrapped up in one fine “fashion statement.” Find your cause and your charity bracelet @ imtiredonline.com. Add it to the short list of gifts for this holiday season.
by rd @ 9:18 am post a comment »
Monday, November 24, 2008
by rd @ 3:26 pm 2 comments »
Climbing the Himalayas or heading to your off-the-grid chalet to write your next green how-to book? Maybe you’ll need to keep your laptop charged. This SolarGorilla Solar Charger will keep your iPod, laptop cell phone, PDA and handheld games powered-up no matter how far off the beaten track you get. Clam shell design keeps your solar panels safe when traveling. Comes with a bunch of adapters and a neoprene case.
$249.85 @ earthtechproducts.com
related: powermonkey solar charger
Note: If you’re a Mac Air, Macbook Pro or Macbook user you’ll need the Apple MagSafe Airline Adapter for another $59.
by Maureen @ 2:34 pm post a comment »
This week’s roundup of eco chic happenings brought to you by a select group of hopelessly green galpals.
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