Recycled Plastic Bodum Coffee Press
I had been wanting one for a while. A beautiful french press that I could call my own. My mornings aren’t quite right without my two cups of fair trade black coffee. So when I scored this Bodum coffee press made from 30 percent post-consumer plastic in a bad Santa gift game…
REFUSE Single Use Plastics with Susan Rockefeller's Stainless Steel Straws
REFUSE Stainless Steel Straws, available at SusanRockefeller.com After shooting our debut Heroines for the Planet video with Susan Rockefeller in her New York City home, we hung around for a bit and chitchatted with the filmmaker, ocean conservationist and jewelry designer. Before we said our goodbyes, Susan gave us each…
A Supercozy, Natural Winter Bed: Sleep Away the Season!
There’s a lot of talk about a cozy, natural bed, but here’s how to get one (from an expert sleeper!). I’m pretty unabashed by my love for sleeping; I’m not (and never have been) one of those people who brags about getting only five hours of sleep for a week…
A Love for (Upcycled) Clocks: Artist Shannon Ruby Finds Time for Making
“My very helpful husband brought me several slices of oak one day. After playing with them, I decided that a clock was a must! I started stacking the pieces and covered an old record. This clock is one of my favorites because it looks like a pile of wood. (at…
Best Fall Cocktail Ever: Apple Cider Ginger Snappy
I do realize that entitling this post “Best Fall Cocktail” is a bit bold. However, what I’m drinking right now is insanely delicious! So much so that I had to share with you, dear readers. So, without further ado, here is the recipe for the above delicious autumn cocktail from…
End-of-Summer Cocktail: Lemony Verbena Ginfresher
There is nothing lovelier than spending a late afternoon reading in my garden, and I especially enjoy using fresh herbs in my concoctions; recently I hit upon a real winner. You can see the ingredients above (usually I like to use an organic gin like TRU, but my liquor store…
Ladies, Let’s Do It Ourselves: A DIY Manifesto for Women
Via Flickr/JohnB/Derbys/UK Last night I came home from my friend’s new home, where we celebrated over pasta dinner and a bottle of wine, and spent two hours fixing a balky drain. At 101, my Victorian house might be beautiful, with original wooden floors and detailing, gorgeous pocket doors, and solidly…
Natural Products for Dog and Cat Lovers Who Want a Healthy Home
Any animal owner knows that it can be hard to keep a home or apartment free of pet odors. They can bring dirt into the home, shed, sometimes even leave you a surprise on the carpet or floor. But you love them anyway. Clean + Green makes a series…
DIY Casart Coverings Removable Wallpaper Project
I love color and loathe wearing black. So it’s no surprise that I was pretty unimpressed with the white walls of my apartment when I moved in. The entryway to my Brooklyn apartment was yawn-inducing. It lacked life, color, and that charming feeling of first walking into a home that you’ve…
Paper Culture's Gorgeously Graphic (and Green) Eco Stationery for Summer Parties and More
Guest Post by Christopher Wu One of the best parts of diving into the summer months is the endless social fun that goes hand-in-hand with this time of year. If you are a fan of pool parties, picnics, or just simple get-togethers spent noshing on good food with friends, summer…
