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Eco Pick Of The Week: Mrs. Meyer’s Clea...
Published on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 by caryn A few years ago, I found it very difficult to find safe, sustainable skin care and cleaning products for our family. These days, the sheer number of choices can be overwhelming. While I definitely have my favorites, I'm always open to trying new eco-friendly products to see if there might be something that works more effectively for our family's needs, is more affor... Read More » -
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Modern Modular Home Furniture
Published on Monday, November 15, 2010 by caryn One of the things my husband and I love about owning a home is the freedom to personalize it to our liking. We prefer a modern, contemporary look and feel to our home and our current style includes colors like chocolate and olive. If you've read my blog over the years, then you know that I'm partial to European made and inspired products. Yube's personalized fu... Read More » -
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The Science of Chemical-Free Cleaning
Published on Saturday, July 17, 2010 by caryn If you have children, than you know that the sheer abundance of messes created by them is endless. Sometimes I scratch my head in bewilderment, perplexed at how my son can get berries on my daughter's swing during breakfast or rub diaper cream all over his legs in the short amount of time it takes me to get his clothes ready for school. Over 90% of the cleaning prod... Read More » -
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Modern Baby Product Guide: blabla kids
Published on Tuesday, June 29, 2010 by caryn blabla means nothing and everything, it's a swirl of letters flying, a small word for a big idea... Sometimes I come across a site that's so unique...so extraordinary...that I absolutely have to share it with anyone and everyone. blabla kids is an eco-friendly children's store featuring a collection of knitted clothing, dolls, rattles, backpacks, blankets and m... Read More » -
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Better Baby Bums *Giveaway*
Published on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the winner, Jo (#16)! When my son was a baby, I went through almost every brand of diaper on the market. He had (and still has) very sensitive skin and there weren't many diapers that didn't give him a rash. If I thought I could commit to cloth diapering, I would. But I know that I don't have the time or patience to deal w... Read More » -
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EcoTools *Giveaway*
Published on Saturday, February 6, 2010 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Sharon and Kathy P. Congrats!I recently told you about EcoTools' new cosmetic brushes, which launched a few days ago along with four videos offering makeup tips from celebrity makeup artist Merdith Baraf. If you want to learn how to create fabulous looks from the comfort of your home, wit... Read More » -
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Green Your Beauty Regimen With EcoTools
Published on Friday, February 5, 2010 by caryn It wasn't until I was in college that I got proactive about my beauty regimen. A friend suggested I see a makeup artist to get my eyebrows shaped and a makeup lesson. One of the tips she gave me was that the right brushes are just as important as the makeup I use. With the correct brush, and a little lesson from a pro, I can create fabulous looks such as smoky e... Read More » -
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Candy Wrapper Handbags? Absolutely!
Published on Sunday, January 24, 2010 by caryn I've purchased and reviewed a TON of green, eco-friendly, all-natural products. I'm your eco-mama...your crunchy parent...your all-natural woman. But never have I seen a bag made from candy wrappers. Nahui Ollin is a company that makes incredible-looking totes, clutches, wristlets, and more...all from defective candy wrappers. The designer, Olga Abadi, discov... Read More » -
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Chic And Green!
Published on Thursday, January 21, 2010 by caryn As a green mama, passionate about my childrens' safety and the environment they're growing up in, I'm always open to hearing about companies who have taken steps to provide consumers with eco-friendly products. Toting a reusable bag is one small way we can make a difference. Over the years, I've managed to collect a handful of reusable totes. Some are thin and p... Read More » -
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Eco-Friendly Lunch System Provides Warm Meals...
Published on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to evirt! This post has been updated with answers to the questions I posed and a giveaway. I have to admit that I'm not particularly looking forward to packing my son's lunches when he goes to preschool. It's hard enough to think of things to feed him here at home (with his food allergies). But that is the very reason I wil... Read More » -
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All About Baby: Fresh Organics *Giveaway*
Published on Saturday, January 9, 2010 by caryn This contest is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. Congrats to Nan Lara! When our baby girl was born (3 weeks ago!), my husband had an opportunity to help with her first bath. The nurses naturally wanted to do it right away (apparently to "disinfect" the baby!). Since we did not go to the hospital that day thinking we would be greeting her, we did not have a bag... Read More » -
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Eco-Friendly Valentine’s Gifts from Ale...
Published on Wednesday, January 6, 2010 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Kimberly. Congrats! We just barely took our Christmas tree down and now I'm talking about Valentine's Day! I am a hopeless romantic who adores chocolate, roses, and jewlery. My husband does so much to let me know daily that he loves me, but every once and a while, it's nice to get an actual gi... Read More » -
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Eco-Friendly Clothing From Earth Creations
Published on Friday, January 1, 2010 by caryn Many companies are striving to ensure their products are eco-friendly, recognizing that families care as much about environmental impact as they do about quality. If I could outfit both of my children in clothing made from renewable, sustainable fabrics and dyes, I would. For now I'm content to purchase pieces here and there when we can. Earth Creations offer... Read More » -
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PUR’s Safe Drinking Water Initiative *G...
Published on Thursday, December 31, 2009 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Angie. Congrats! I like to think I'm fairly conscious of my impact on the environment. Over 90% of the products we use in our home are "green," and we do our part to reduce, reuse, and recycle. One of the most challenging aspects for me was giving up my bottled water. I *know* it's not any b... Read More » -
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All About Baby: Seventh Generation *Giveaway...
Published on Monday, December 28, 2009 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Tiffany. Congrats! One of the reasons I enjoy the product review side of my blog is that I get to try new products I otherwise would never have the opportunity to try. And the other aspect I enjoy is the opportunity to share with you about the products we use all the time in our home. There ... Read More » -
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All About Baby: Organic Cottontail *Giveaway...
Published on Monday, December 28, 2009 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Khrystina. Congrats! I am one of the first to admit that I just adore shopping for my kids. I don't even bother shopping for myself anymore because it's so much more fun to pick out smart threads for my 2 year old or pretty dresses for my newborn. For the most part, I purchase eco-friendly, ... Read More » -
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All About Baby: Ecostore USA *Giveaway*
Published on Saturday, December 26, 2009 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Kelly Ann T. Congrats! It's been one week since our baby girl was born...one week! It's so hard to believe that in one week our lives could change so much. Our baby girl definitely surprised us all, considering two days prior to her arrival, my physician was telling me she was definitely not c... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: LinenKids
Published on Saturday, December 19, 2009 by caryn Boutiques are one of my favorite kinds of stores to shop in. Unfortunately, I haven't had a lot of opportunities to frequent the ones in my area, as I get closer and closer to my due date. What's great about boutiques is that they offer unique items, you often can't find in other stores. But that also means that sometimes you'll see something you like, and it wo... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Yubo
Published on Friday, December 11, 2009 by caryn As a mom who is concerned about the environment my children are growing up in, I routinely evaluate what we're doing to reduce our carbon footprint. I am proud to say that with the help of my husband, our recycle bin is always full each and every week. And we pay close attention to the ingredients and packaging of the products we purchase. Right now, my son att... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Sodastream *Giveawa...
Published on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to Dawn! As much as I complain about being in the kitchen, I actually only struggle with the "cooking" part of it all. I enjoy baking and absolutely adore kitchen gadgets. Some of the items I'd love to own include an espresso maker, an ice cream maker, and a waffle maker. It's amazing how you can practically find a gadget... Read More »
