use this::not that

i know it's not something people usually think about, but those little sandwich bags you use for lunch everyday are just as harmful as those big plastic grocery bags you use.

so, pack your goodies in these reusable snack bags.
save money and reduce your waste...one snack bag at a time :)

[[$6 each; from green goose bags]].

handmade nation

for anyone who is a DIY'er or for anyone who fully supports handmade:

handmade nation 

a documentary of artists, crafters, and designers who have been influenced and inspired by the world's current events, with a focus on their community that is based on creativity, determination, and promoting one's individual work.
inspiring.
[[check out their blog and book for more info]]

green guides

learn how to reduce your impact on the environment with tips and green practices from these books.

raise a paw

your four-legged best friend will love these homemade, healthy snacks from polka dog bakery. treats are made with whole wheat, corn, and soy-free yummy-ness.

got a puppy b-day coming up? celebrate with your pooch by giving them one of these peanut butter and yogurt dipped mini-cupcakes (also from polka dog)

eco soles

robeez, a massachusetts based company, is going green and introducing an eco collection of childrens shoes. their shoes will be made of 60 percent recycled leathers, 100 percent organic cotton canvas and water-soluble inks for prints. the outsoles are made with 30 percent recycled rubber and naturally tanned leather linings. packaging will be recyclable too::shoe boxes will be made of recycled materials.

the new plastic

only 23% of the billions of water bottles used every year ever get recycled.

stop using plastic bottles!

sigg bottles are BPA-free and are tagged "the worlds toughest water bottle"...just be sure to buy the real thing - there are tons of imitation bottles out there that don't offer the same benefits. sigg bottles are also made in an eco-friendly environment and are 100% recyclable (if you ever decide to stop using your bottle..)

[[the sigg company is a member of "1% for the planet"::an organization of 1,289 companies that donate 1% of their sales to various environmental organizations worldwide.]]

groomsmen gifts

these recycled beer bottles are a great way to give green this year.

[[my husband gave these as gifts to his groomsmen this year]]

recycled storage

i love these little glass storage containers from crate & barrell::made from recycled glass materials and topped with natural cork lids.

vintage travels

an adorable vintage carry-on/weekend bag to carry with you on your next trip.

toaster alternative

these personalized note cards [[with a custom return address stamp]] are a fabulous alternative to the traditional bridal shower gift.