From the category archives:

Dining Room

Lovely Lightly Coasters & Mats

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! The Eco-Ware line from Lightly – consists of 100% recycled cork placemats and coasters [...]

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New Amenity Arroyo Collection – Sustainable Wood Home Accents

November 1, 2009

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. 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. [...]

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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 [...]

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Modern-Twist Placemats

January 4, 2009

I’m not a huge placemat fan. Mainly because they don’t seem necessary, and secondly, because I rarely see any that are both earth-friendly and attractive. That said, I actually really like Modern-Twist’s take on the basic placemat.

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Sustainable Chelsea Buffet

November 11, 2008

I really like this Chelsea Buffet – even in the black, which is a furniture color I’m not usually a fan of.

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Current Obsession – The Lapis Table

March 12, 2008

Honestly, I haven’t ached for a piece of furniture in a good long while, but I adore this table. I lean towards barnwood slab-like tables, so this one is sort of an odd choice for me. However, the organic milk paint really brings the piece to life. It shines, and glistens, and that milky greenish [...]