So, earlier today I’m innocently looking for garden sheds, when I find this doozy of a product – the Waterbutt from ShackUp. Holy smokes. It may be a joke, or at least started out as one, but it actually looks like you can maybe find them and also it’s honestly a really fun idea.

The Buttbutt is a rain barrel that can collect rain water from any standard drainpipe which is a good thing, since saving your rain water is smart. But man, to get this water you’ve got to tap into somewhere a little odd, as you can see in …read more

November is not too early to start planning your green Christmas. With early planning you can better research your choices and make smart green decisions regarding your celebration. It’s also not too hard to have a green Christmas. It’s just Christmas with a little twisting and adjusting – but still fun and meaningful. Following are five green tips for a super green Christmas.

Forget the greetings: Greeting cards are highly overrated in my opinion. Yes, some are special, but they tend to end up in drawers, and take up way more time and money than they’re worth. Nowadays you can send …read more

There are some super cute green decor finds out there that allow you to decorate for a green Thanksgiving while one, not spending a ton of cash, and two, not sacrificing your eco-footprint quite so much. Here are some cute ideas…
Hoot worthy bleached eco-friendly coir owl doormat. Printed w/pigment dyes. Coir is woven from coconut husks, and naturally traps dirt, absorbs moisture, and stands up to all kinds of weather extremes. A nice greeting at a doorway this holiday.
Bamboo drink coasters – 100% organically-grown bamboo, non-toxic adhesive, natural food-safe wood oil.
Organic soy candles from Dirt Candles – Dirt makes GMO-free organic …read more

Organic herbs and spices are the perfect accompaniment for your green Thanksgiving feast this November. Herbs and spices not only season your food but can help keep you naturally more healthy during the hectic holiday season. For example…

Sage used for stuffing, gravy, bread, soup, and more can also help fight upset stomach, reduce depression and even inhibits the development of different bacteria. Some research shows that sage can even help boost insulin action in those with diabetes.
Rosemary used for potatoes, veggies, and more fights free radicals, relaxes your stomach, and has even been shown to aid memory issues in Alzheimer’s …read more

Color Liquid from Bungaloo is not your typical paint experience, in fact Bungaloo’s Co-Founder and Chief Looie, Julia Miller doesn’t much like the term paint, which tends to lack the fun aspect that this ‘Color Liquid’ is trying to express. Miller notes, “Color is in everyone’s lives and tied to so many emotions. We want young people to have fun and enjoy it.”
Bungaloo is thus more committed than other paint companies to exploring the fun-side of color. Bungaloo packages their paint in non traditional kits and employed actual designers to help them choose their color pallet – which resulted …read more

Digital Dollhouse is a virtual 3D dollhouse experience that empowers kids of all ages to become their own interior designers. With no materials used – i.e. the experience is online, this might make the perfect eco-friendly stocking stuffer for your little one this holiday season. My boyfriend’s daughters and me recently gave Digital Dollhouse a try, and we really liked it.

Product: Digital Dollhouse, a safe online experience for kids that allows them to choose a home style then decorate to their heart’s content.
Cost: Memberships start as low as $4.95 per month – you get plenty of features for this price, …read more

Being a girl who likes a good concert or two (ok, MANY) in my lifetime, one thing that’s always bothered me is all the waste. Even at small venue concerts there’s tons of plastic beer and water bottles, paper decor, all that energy needed to power the show, and so on.

According to a piece in The Desert Sun, Phish, a band who draws major crowds is aiming to cut down on some of that waste.
Some perks for the environment that have been implemented at Phish shows include…

Phish water bottles you can refill for free and which cut down on plastic …read more

Just in time for the holiday season, Wine.com has introduced a nice Eco Wine Trio. The trip is perfect for folks who don’t live near a local eco-friendly wine retailer or winery and includes three different styles of sustainable wine to accent holiday parties and events or for gift-giving.

The wines are from Boisset Family Estates and include…
Fog Mountain 2006 Merlot: Dark ruby color. Aromas of raspberry jam. Mouth-filling black cherry, dusty chocolate, and blackberry flavors finish soft with ripe plum notes.
Louis Bernard 2007 Bonus Passus Côtes du Rhône: Ruby red color. Red berry fruit flavors, lush mouthfeel, lovely balance, and …read more

If you look at going green from a tax standpoint you can actually save thousands of dollars simply by greening your life. Good news since everyone seems to think green is so darn expensive. Here’s the scoop…

Purchasing ENERGY STAR approved home products can save you double fold – first of all the average family spends over $2,000 on home energy costs each year. Energy saving appliances can save you up to 30% in costs AND you may qualify for tax credits and some major rebates as well, saving you even more. Lastly you should check with the IRS because many …read more

If you’re looking for an oh so stylish way to conceal holiday gifts this year check out The Hide Box by Modern-Twist. Not only is this a super alternative to disposable wrapping paper and bows but these little hide boxes are beautiful to boot.

Each of the Modern Twist hide boxes are based on a vintage Japanese design and bags create a perfect place to stash and hide little gifts like marbles, small toy cars, jewels, candy, and more. Each bag is made of handmade, woven cotton fabric in botanical or abstract prints and the clever design allows you to open …read more