Back-to-school is right around the corner. Time for picking up books, notebooks, pens, paper, clothes, and getting ready for that transition back to a normal bedtime. I was thinking at first I would talk about the amount of waste generated from all the back-to-school activities and from the sheer... Read the rest of this entry »

I love making this recipe because tiramisu is a scrumptious dessert that tastes like it should be complicated to make, but it really only requires 8 ingredients and about 25 minutes of preparation time. Notes: You can be creative and substitute a variety of things for the hazelnut liqueur;... Read the rest of this entry »

Disposable diapers are another example of a clothing item that doesn’t necessarily have to be thrown out in the trash. Have you ever tried a cloth diaper?

Enter this giveaway from ClothDiapers.org for a chance to win a starter kit by Bummis that has everything you need to start... Read the rest of this entry »

So, it has recently come to my attention that, without my mother, I would be somewhat helpless. Let me explain. I was thinking about the theme of this week and about reasons why I would throw out my clothes (and, yes, even though I am indeed a woman, the... Read the rest of this entry »

In keeping with the theme of green clothing, the coupon for this week gives you access to some awesome discounts on fashions for men, women, and kids at Gretchen & Grace Greenwear. They understand that finding fashionable clothing that is produced and distributed by environmentally and socially conscious... Read the rest of this entry »

I recently read an article (“How Green Is Your Sneaker?”) that reminded me of the environmental impact that clothes can have.

“Apparel doesn’t sound like a dirty industry, but its manufacturing has huge global consequences. Tanning leather often involves toxic chemicals. Making synthetic fabrics such as polyester uses large amounts... Read the rest of this entry »

This is a slightly modified version of a recipe that I found on Epicurious. I absolutely love it and it’s a perfect summer treat! Especially because peaches are just about to be in season.

Originally it called for rhubarb, but the second time that I made it, I realized when... Read the rest of this entry »