Monhegan Island, Maine is a great place to spend some time relaxing. The island is about a 1-hour ferry ride from the Maine coast. Once you get off the ferry, there aren’t car rentals. Just dirt roads and your walking feet! It feels like a trip back in time only without the bonnets and covered [...]
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<3 Cameron
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged cameron diaz, green celebrity, vogue on May 31, 2009 | 1 Comment »
This month Cameron Diaz is on the cover of Vogue. For people who don’t know, she’s one of the celebrities who tries to set a good example in the green department by practicing what she preaches. I don’t really buy magazines anymore, but I picked up a copy the other day. Her photoshoot is gorgeous– [...]
Coming next week…
Posted in Uncategorized on May 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Stay tuned for reviews of some natural and organic cosmetics from Sephora.
Organicjoy loves…
Posted in Uncategorized on April 5, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Best of the green in 2009, in my humble opinion:
DESIGN
T-shirts: Milo in Maine (so soft)
Canvas bags: Hable Construction
Outdoor gear: Patagonia
Shoes: Terra Plana
MISCELANY
Reusable water bottle: Klean Kanteen
Magazine: Dwell
Paper products: Jill Bliss (I love Moleskine, but I don’t think they’re recycled)
Car: Toyota Prius
PERSONAL CARE/BEAUTY
Body lotion: Origins Ginger Rush
Salon: Head Games, Portland, Maine
Shampoo & Conditioner: Expensive: Pureology / [...]
Nvey Eco cosmetics
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged nvey cosmetics, nvey eco, organic makeup on April 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
As a student, I can’t afford Nvey Eco cosmetics, but if they’re in your budget, give them a try. They’re all organic and natural, and don’t contain the chemicals and toxins that cosmetics normally have. If you’ve tried them, let me know what you think. Prices range from $24-60. Available at Sephora.
Dwell magazine
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged dwell magazine, green home design, home magazine on April 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
For the first time, I picked up a copy of Dwell magazine at my local bookstore, and I am absolutely in love with it! This publication focuses on modern home design and forward-thinking sustainable living. As an art historian who has a secret desire to be a green architect, this magazine is my dream! I [...]
Buying Music the Green Way
Posted in Uncategorized on August 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Keep in mind that the best way to buy new music is through iTunes or any other legal digital downloading software. Think of how much plastic, paper, and shipping costs will be saved when you download directly to your iPod instead of buying a CD. If you really like having a CD to hold in [...]
Little Otsu planners!
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Little Otsu, planner, recycled paper on July 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Below, I recommended Jill Bliss’ weekly planner. Here is another that is made from 100% recycled materials. It is also printed with vegetable-based inks. Graphic designer Martine Workman teamed up with Little Otsu to design a fun planner that will make you excited to turn the page. Each page has its own unique design. If [...]
