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Lovely Lightly Coasters & Mats

by Jennifer on November 13, 2009

Ok, first I have to note that these are made in Australia – so lucky you if you live there. I’m going to look for something like it a little closer to my hometown, but until then…

Look at these placemats!

Tree recycled cork placemats

The Eco-Ware line from Lightly – consists of 100% recycled cork placemats and coasters that are heat resistant, made of reconstituted wine corks, biodegradable, and lovely. In fact, so lovely I think you could even use them for your green wedding! All the mat and coaster designs are very cool, but I like the tree design above best. [click to continue…]

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Amenity has a new Arroyo Collection out just in time for the holidays that will add old world charm with a dash of modern to your home this season.

sustainable wood candle holders

All pieces are crafted and hewn by hand from FSC-certified walnut and hand-oiling the pieces will only enhance the beauty of the wood grain over time. Each of the pieces is also affordable so you can easily give green for the holidays. My three favorite pieces are the…

There are other beautiful pieces in the collection though. Check out the Arroyo Collection to see more.

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Cocobohème Biodegradable Sticker Slates

June 24, 2009

Check out the limes, Cocobohème’s eco-friendly sticker slates – just amazingly cool and lovely!

Each triangle kraft tube comes with 3 leaves; oak, lime tree and clover, and are ready to be place on your wall for fun note taking.

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Organic Sachets – Beautiful & Natural Drawer Fresheners

June 23, 2009

Natural sachets are one of those little touches that can make a big difference. You get to open your drawers to nicely scented clothes without the use of chemical fresheners. Plus, many are so darn pretty to look at nowadays. One of my favorite sachet sets is the Geranium Sachet set by Lotta Helleberg for [...]

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Inhabit’s Chrysalis Wall Flats

June 10, 2009

Inhabit’s Wall Flats are nothing new on the green design scene. In fact most folks have seen them and they were even voted Eco-friendly Product of the Year by Interior Design Magazine. What is new though is the Chrysalis design.

Chrysalis tiles, made with 100% molded bamboo paper pulp, one of the world’s most renewable resources [...]

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Sustainable Salt + Pepper Shakers

February 3, 2009

Granted, sustainable salt and pepper shakers are a small step, but every step counts.
The Wood Salt + Pepper Shakers above are available at Branch and way too slick. The salt shaker is made from reclaimed poplar wood, while the pepper shaker is made from reclaimed walnut wood. The white of the salt shaker is low-VOC [...]

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Beehive Kitchenware: Pretty Little Lead-free Items for Your Home

January 18, 2009

I LOVE Beehive Kitchenware. I have an unruly obsession with pretty little pewter items, and that’s exactly what Beehive creates – to an excess. Honestly, I could show just about anything they make, but being that you’re likely looking for home items, I tried to pick three handy household pieces. Starting with the beautiful little [...]

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