How I Wear Eco Fashion: Vegan Gal Whitney Lauritsen
Whitney Lauritsen runs Eco-Vegan Gal where she videoblogs and writes about sustainability and health, and how that ties in with veganism, natch. “I spend my days finding new ways to reduce my impact on the planet and become healthier, which usually comes down to living simply,” says Whitney. She shops…
How I Wear Eco Fashion: Kristen Nedopak, Hollywood Actress and Geek Host
Kristen Nedopak is a force to be reckoned with. An actress with a serious comedic bent, she’s host of Think Hero TV and a weekly series on
Repurpose or Reuse Common Household Items in Your Home Decor
The following is a guest post by the contributor of DIY-Guides.com, where you can find other useful decoration tips. Photo by suzette. If you have an old household item that you just don’t use or maybe even don’t like any longer… why not give it new life and use in…
Herbs of Spring: Make Your Own Violet Syrup
Those tiny purple blossoms that are covering lawns, meadows and roadsides right now are much more than just ‘weeds’. You’ve probably never given much thought to the common blue violet, aside from admiring its delicate little flowers – but gather enough, and you can make a delicious syrup that soothes…
Alabama Chanin's Studio Style: More DIY Projects from the Southern Handcrafting Guru
Natalie Chanin’s new book, Alabama Studio Style. A CFDA finalist and long-time Eco Chick fave (see our coverage of S/S ’09 here), Natalie Chanin’s designs are, in these global times, truly Local. Made in the Southeastern United States by women crafting from home, each piece is a work of art,…
Fix Winter Frizz: 3 Organic Mega-Hydrating Deep Conditioner Recipes
Image via mikal_bisnovat Brrr! It’s brutally cold outside for most of us this winter, and the harsh wind combined with dry indoor heating robs our hair of its moisture. Get some luster back into your locks with easy, homemade deep conditioning recipes that only take a few minutes to whip…
La Pizza Toscana: Make Your Own!
Unless you’re living in New York City (or Italy), a good slice of pizza is hard to find. And I don’t think I’m alone when I say this: a mediocre piece of pizza can ruin your day. So, in honor of good days (and un-ruinable meals), take back control and…
Crispina Ffrench: The Sweater Chop Shop
A few months back I had the pleasure of attending a workshop led by Crispina Ffrench. Crispina began her career with soft sculpture comprised of recycled fabrics which eventually led to the creation of stuffed toys and wool sweaters that represented her unique art. Before graduating with a BFA from…
Top 5 Fave Natural Beauty Products for Winter
During the winter, I use more products than at any other time of year out of pure necessity. In order to avoid dry, scaly skin and lips, I do a lot of scrubbing and moisturizing. This winter, I became even more of a purist (or what some may call a…
Country Home's Planet-Friendly Projects for Fall
Reuse is the oft-forgotten part of the reduce, reuse, recycle mantra (though the DIYers are usually reminding us!) Country Home Magazine has taken up the idea in a big way in several great features in September’s issue. Along with celebrity green-auteur Danny Seo’s “Fresh Thinking” column where he transforms flea-market…
