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Fantastic Earth Day Finds

by Stacy on April 18, 2009

Some fantastic finds to help remind you of Earth Day, Every Day
(All less than $60)

Everything Fits Gym Bag from Gaiam ~ $60
4-Pk Earth Day Aluminum Bottles from Walmart ~ $16
Girls Organic Tee from Walmart ~ $4
Sassy Cherry Tree Rattle from Baby Earth ~ $9
Demi Lovato’s Earth Day Tee from Walmart ~ $4
Soy Crayon Rocks from Nico & Zoe ~ $8
Women’s Save Some for me Tee from Kmart ~ $13
Respect the Earth Flash Cards from Amazon ~ $12
Zac & Zoe Daisy Frayed Skimmer from Payless ~ $20
Lola Eco-Friendly Starter Kit from Amazon ~ $34
Simple Combover Messenger Bag from Amazon ~ $51
Give a Tree Plush from PB Teen ~ $10

See more of my Earth Day 2009 list at ThisNext.

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As spring ushers along, I find all of my thoughts are turning Greener. The color Green, all things outdoor, and ways that I can become just a little Greener. Lucky for me, I’ve found a wonderful resource to help me on my way.

The Just Do One website is an outstanding source of information on how to be a little greener without being overwhelming. When you break it down into doable items, like they do, helping the planet really doesn’t seem that hard. You do it, just like you’d do anything else, one step at a time. Great concept, don’t you think?

Just Do One recently held a video contest and I just have to share the winning videos here. They’re both under three minutes so please take a moment to check them out, you’ll be glad you did.

This first video is from a small boy named Da Vinci who tells us all about how his family does their part and provides some creative suggestions on how you can too.

This second video is a cute parody about a Guy & a Girl doing their part to help the environment – turns a guy & his girl (The World). Honestly, I could watch this one a hundred times. It’s a catchy tune that would really make my day if it were on my IPOD playlist.

Enjoy!

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Being GREEN can be EASY

by Stacy on March 13, 2009

Growing up, St. Patrick’s day was always my favorite non-major holiday. St. Patrick’s day meant a day with my dad, a trip to the parade, face paint, tons of GREEN, fried foods, and most importantly tons of fun.

That’s why I was astonished when it came to my realization, that I almost MISSED IT this year. My children are getting older and it’s time to start sharing some of my fond memories of this Irish Holiday with them. I’m new in town and not sure if there is a parade anywhere near by? Still, I did manage to find a few things online that can help us have a GREENTASTIC St. Patrick’s Day right here at home.

Thank you, Tara, for your fantastic collection of St. Paddy’s day crafts that got us started.

Look for this post to grow until the official St. Patrick’s Day!

Leprechaun Beards

Now here’s a mom I’d love to make friends with, look at these Leprechaun costumes she whipped up using finds from the Dollar Store

Another fabulous DIY mom, Morgan from One More Moore teaches us how to make these super cute Shamrock pins

Who could resist this super cute, super tasty easy green snack from a new to me site, Bright Ideas?

I thought it was almost impossible to top those amazing popcorn balls {above} but check out this super simple Over The Rainbow centerpiece from JesseKate Designs, I just may reconsider

Just happened on to this Clover Magnet craft recommended for kids ages 6-8

I have a feeling older kids would love constructing this amazing Leprechaun Trap from Artists Helping Children

Shamrock Mobil

Then there was the Crayon Shamrocks from Smile Monsters, that reminded us of the heart version we posted for Valentines

If crayon shavings & irons sounds a bit daunting for your Green Holiday, perhaps you would prefer this simpler Shamrock Tree from DLTK’s Crafts for Kids

If you can’t find one of your own Zakka Life has a great tutorial on how to make your own Lucky four leaf clover

Not sure what I like more, how easy this Shamrock Tee is to make or how happy this little girl is to be wearing it. Too cute

I have a feeling that little girl {above} would also love a pair of these Rainbow Streamers, consider them St. Patrick’s Day pom-poms if you will

These adorable Leprechaun Top Hats are made using recycled items from around the house and will soon be a stunning mobile, I can’t wait to see the final product on Viva Full House

Love this creative Shamrock necklace handcrafted by Sarah from The Small Object

If you wanted to spruce up your website or twitter page, try my favorite online artist Tricia Rennea. I’m loving this cute birdie she drummed up for my favorite day.

Look for us to add some great new crafts over the next few days and no mater how you’re planning to celebrate, we hope you have one AMAZING St. Patrick’s Day

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Ways to Save: Eco Font

by Stacy on February 19, 2009

According to SPRANQ creative communications (Utrecht, The Netherlands), your printer’s ink cartridges (or ink toner) could be lasting you longer. To prove their theory, SPRANQ developed their brainchild, the Ecofont.

The premise is simple really, they ran extensive tests to determine how much of a letter could be removed while still allowing it to be readable, the result ~ the super stylish EcoFont.

Why We Love It: You actually use less ink when printing, 20% less ink, in fact. You’re not only saving money, but you’re also conserving resources.

Free to download, free to use.
(Available for PC or Mac)

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Don’t forget your FREE stocking stuffers

by Stacy on December 19, 2008

One Day from Brighter Planet

There’s still time to claim these wonderful little stocking stuffers, Brighter Planet, has so graciously bestowed to us. To claim a stocking stuffer, simply click on the image to the left, enter the name of your giftee and your email address. Print out the certificate that goes along with your very green gift and tuck it into the stocking of someone special.

What does this certificate mean exactly? Glad you asked, these certificates are part of the One Day campaign – a wonderful attempt to “make up” for the pollution generated by one person each day. An individual who receives a certificate can rest easy knowing processes are in place to offset the amount of carbon they generated that day.

What’s One Day Worth?

The average American emits 136 pounds of carbon dioxide each day. About 36 pounds come from driving, flying, and other travel. Another 22 pounds come from heating, cooling, and powering our homes. The final 78 pounds come from producing, transporting, and disposing of all the stuff we buy, and from shared services like schools and street lights. 136 pounds would fill 5,000 balloons — imagine releasing that every day.

Think one day doesn’t matter? So far, KSW readers have signed up for 7 One Day gifts – the equivalent of taking 29 cars off of the road for one day. Help us triple these numbers by claiming your FREE gift today.

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