Author Archive | Jennie Lyon

Fab Green Find:: Inhabit Living {Coupon Code!}

There is something about Fall that just makes me want to curl up on the sofa with a good book, a nice cup of tea, a super cozy throw and Eben’s hair on my neck. Is it the cooler weather? Maybe. Is it because the days seem shorter? Probably. Maybe it is just because it feels like the perfect time to slow down after a super busy summer and relax. Whatever the reason, I really enjoy it. Every night after dinner, we either snuggle up and listen to Mr. Sweet Greens read to us. {More on what we are currently reading, coming soon.} or we lay on pillows on the floor and play board or card games. It is a lovely way to relax after a day of work and school and reconnect before bedtime.

I recently received a fab Inhabit Living Sunshine organic cotton/bamboo blend throw and it has become the go to throw in our home. It seems like everyone is always fighting over it. Once in a while, Jayson will get home early from work before anyone else and I will find him snoozing on the sofa wrapped up in it. At snuggle reading time each night, Eben races me to the sofa, in hopes that he will reach the throw first. And I personally, one day last week, stayed snuggled up in the throw all day long. I think the reason that this throw is such a hit (besides the fact that it is organic) is because for one, it is huge, 60×84 to be exact, so it is the perfect size for adults. It is comfy, and made with a smart Oeko-Tex® Certified 80% bamboo/20% organic cotton fabric blend, which makes the throw super soft and cuddly, and last but not least, it is beautiful. It is a fabulous orange {sunshine} color, which by the way is my favorite color and has a knitted design that is elegant. I also love that it gives my living room a splash of fun color.

Inhabit Living was founded by a husband and wife design team, Mike and Jennifer Tuttle. Mike and Jennifer share a love for great design and Inhabit Living allows them the time to talk, think and design without being absent from their personal commitments to each other. {lovely} Mike and Jennifer are both professional graphic designers who design everything in the Inhabit Living line from scratch. I love Inhabit Livings designs, color combinations and choice of fabrics. My favorites are, of course, the Current Throw in Sunshine, but I also love the Aequorea in Chocolate and Silver Organic Bedding and the handmade sustainable modern pillows, because who wouldn’t love pillows with fab chairs from the 1920’s, 40’s and 50’s. These are all definitely on my wish list.


With the holidays right around the corner, you should definitely check out Inhabit Living, it is the perfect place to find a fab gift that will leave a lasting impression. Mike and Jennifer @ Inhabit Living has been so lovely to offer all of Sweet Greens readers 15% off your order with the coupon code sweetgreens valid through December 1, 2009.

What is your favorite item from Inhabit Living?
What do you think would be a lovely gift to send or receive this holiday season?

XO.

Have A Very Lovely Green Christmas

Hello, Friends! Are you ready for Christmas? Can you believe that it is in 2 days? By the time you read this, Eben and I will be in Utah. We will be staying in my childhood home in Liberty, Utah. Liberty is a small mountain community in the Ogden Valley and my parents home is nestled between Wolf Mountain Ski Resort and Pine View Reservoir. It is a beautiful place and I am excited to go home again. It will be lovely to see the snow covered mountains and frozen water. (I will take pictures to share with you.) We will be spending time baking goodies with my sister and her three adorable children on Christmas Eve and enjoying brunch and exchanging gifts with my entire family at my sister’s home on Christmas morning.

The remainder of my visit will be spent at the mister’s mother’s home. They live at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon in Salt Lake City. I always feel so relaxed at my mother in law’s home, it is always warm and cozy and this year the mister’s brother and his son, and Eben’s cousin will be spending the entire time there with us. Eben can’t wait to hang out with a cousin his exact age! 

Our stay in Utah sounds pretty laid back and relaxed, which is perfect for this time of year. I want to wish all of you a lovely holiday weekend, I hope you enjoy yourselves and your time with your family. I hope you have time to relax and enjoy the moment. I look forward to another wonderful year at Sweet Greens and would like to thank you for your love and support. I will talk to you again on December 29th.

How are you spending Christmas?
What traditions does your family celebrate?

Sweet Greens Advertising For 2010

Do you have an Earth friendly company or Etsy shop? Do you want to reach thousands of green minded readers? Sweet Greens is looking for sponsors for 2010. The rates are super affordable and perfect for small businesses. If you are interested please email me at hellojennielyon@gmail.com.

Last Minute Holiday Shopping? Try These 6 Great Etsy Shops.


Have you finished your holiday shopping? I recently wrote an article for Cascadian Farm on 6 of my fave Etsy Shops called, ‘Last Minute Holiday Shopping? Try These 6 Great Etsy Shops.’ Did your shop make the list? If you have finished your holiday shopping, you may want to keep these shops in mind for future gifts.

P.S. I would love if you visit my blog at Cascadian Farm and let me know your thoughts.

What are your fave Etsy shops?

Photo via Chakra Pennywhistle.

XO.

Sweet Greens joins the Focus Organic Team


Hello, Friends. I have exciting news! I am the new writer at Focus Organic. Focus Organic is a great green site that is full of ways you can be more eco-friendly. I am so excited to be able to contribute to Focus Organic and to become a part of their team. Stop by and check out Focus Organic and let me know what you think.