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A Space of Your Own with the Modern Shed

November 6, 2009 2

I feel very lucky to have my very own studio space in our house. I love it, it is my special little place that I can go to work. It is quiet during the day and lovely with three large windows that overlook my front porch and yard. The walls are covered with large pictures of myself and my family doing the things that I love. It is a lovely little space of my own and every time I enter this space, I smile. If I didn’t have this space, I wouldn’t know where to put all of my supplies and ideas.

Do you have a lovely little space of your own? I would love to see it. If you don’t, you may want to consider a modern shed. Aren’t they sweet? Modern Shed has some fabulous Eco friendly options such as denim wall insulation, green roofs and cork floor tiles. Hmmm, maybe, I need a lovely little snuggling space of my own. This one would be lovely.

I would love to hear about your space little space.

Snapware Glasslock Green Food Storage

November 6, 2009 11

The mister and I finally went through all of our food storage containers and unfortunately found that a lot of them contained BPA. We just couldn’t have this, so out they went. Then on our last shopping trip to Costco, we purchased two large sets of Snapware Glasslock and we are both in love. First of all, the containers are glass. Yay! Second the locking lids are BPA free and snap securely closed. I love the glass containers, they are fabulous and are so much nicer than any plastic ware that we previously had. I can see this set lasting us for a long, long time.

What type of food storage containers do you have?

How Tuesday: Cosmetic Swap Party

November 6, 2009 2

Do you have a tube of lipstick, an eye shadow or blush that looks fab in the container but horrible on your face? We have all purchased a fab beauty product only to bring it home, try it out and be completely disappointed. So, what do you do? Toss it in your make up drawer where it will stay until you finally decide to toss it?

Instead of chalking it up to a small loss or big (depending on how much you spent). Have a cosmetic swap party with your best girlfriends. Chances are your deep red lipstick that makes you look like a vampire will look amazing on one of your friends.

Invite your girlfriends over for a cosmetic swap. Ask each friend to bring their make up that they would like to swap, their own beauty brushes (for trying out the cosmetics) and a portable mirror. {A bottle of wine doesn’t hurt either.} Next, set up your own beauty salon at your dining room table, stocked with Eco friendly make up pads, cotton balls and wash clothes.

Spend an evening chatting, drinking a nice glass of wine and trying on each others cosmetics.

Would you swap your cosmetics?

photo credit

Earth Friendly Etsy Giveaway: Poplar Recycled Handbag

November 6, 2009 44

I love vintage jewelry, furniture and clothing. I love vintage fabrics, especially when they are upcycled into something new and fabulous. This week’s Earth friendly Etsy Store is Poplar. Poplar is owned and operated by art student and self taught steamstress Ashley in Philadelphia. Ashley has been sewing for five years and transforms vintage and recycled fabrics into beautiful handmade clothes and accessories. She also carries a small amount of fab vintage items in her store and has a recycled jewelry line under her Hebrew name Ariel Telsa. (love it! Eben’s name is Hebrew) Her jewelry line has great necklaces that are made out of old light meters.

Ashley @ Poplar has been so lovely to offer ONE of my readers a beautiful Miss Eliza Makeup Bag/Wrislet. The Miss Eliza Bag is made from a vintage women’s button down shirt with floral embroidery and is simply delightful.

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* You must leave a comment telling me which item you love in order to qualify.

Good Luck and Enjoy.

Update: Winner:: Debbie K. #14. Congratulations.

DIY: Shiny Eco-Friendly Glass Cleaner

November 5, 2009 2

I have decided I want to start making my own cleaning supplies. I think it will be much more economical and I can use the same spray bottles over and over again. The first product that I have made is my own glass cleaner. I am really excited about it and it seems to work really well. I love that it leaves everything clean and shiny. Give it a try and let me know what you think.

What you will need:

1 Cup Rubbing (Isopropyl) Alcohol
1 Cup Water
1 Tablespoon Organic White Vinegar
2 drops of Lemongrass Essential Oil

Directions:

Mix all ingredients together in a spray bottle.

P.S. Please remember to use a reusable cloth.

What natural cleaners do you make to clean your home?

photo via Jamie Meares
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