Posted August 6, 2009 - 14:00 by Myscha Theriault
Giveaways
Turn in a friend in need of a makeover, and you could both win a green makeover and spa getaway. Just score a picture of your friend's under the sink area in the kitchen and submit it with a write up on why you think they deserve to win. Better yet, in addition to the overall contest, Wise Bread readers get an extra shot at two separate prize packages by participating right here in the comment section. Read on for details.
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Posted July 15, 2009 - 09:00 by Myscha Theriault
Green Living
While my husband and I knew we wanted to start reducing our impact when we eat out, we also knew the solution had to be something that fit seamlessly with our lifestyle. Ready for a make-it-yourself zero waste lunch kit you can take from backpack to briefcase in the blink of an eye?
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Posted July 10, 2009 - 13:00 by Myscha Theriault
Green Living
A while back, I wrote a post detailing thirty different ways we were using less plastic packaging around the house. It was a little overwhelming at first, even with all the steps we had previously taken to reduce waste in general. Still, we made a pretty good initial dent in things. Several areas of waste reduction were still outstanding however, and I felt the time for an update post was at hand. Read on to see what new areas we've tackled, how we've done it, and what things we've noticed along the way.
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Posted May 10, 2009 - 11:15 by Myscha Theriault
Green Living
You know that final hurdle in plastic bag transition I've been trying to jump? The one I was going to initiate with leftover bread bags? Well, I was able to make the full leap to fabric this weekend with over a fifty percent savings. Turns out the answer was in the children's aisle at Jo Ann Fabrics. Wanna know how I finally got my bulk bin groove on? Keep reading.
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Posted April 30, 2009 - 10:48 by Myscha Theriault
Green Living
It's everywhere, isn't it? And once you become more aware of the problem and commit to using less, one walk down any aisle of the grocery store is nearly enough to make you pass out. It's simply overwhelming. At our house, we still have quite a ways to go, but have taken a number of initial steps to start making an initial impact. Wanna know how we're doing it?
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Posted March 30, 2009 - 06:45 by Myscha Theriault
Green Living
Searching for some creative ways to give green with style? Have a friend who loves to step up to the green plate, but doesn't have the cash to make the next couple of eco-transitions they are wanting to? These ideas will help you both save money and the planet with pizazz.
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Posted March 28, 2009 - 09:38 by Myscha Theriault
Green Living
Are you a city dweller at heart? Looking to love the planet and have access to culture, jobs and affordable international plane fares at the same time? As I figure it out myself, I'm finding some killer resources and ideas on the subject. Yes, I'll share. Read on.
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Posted March 10, 2009 - 06:18 by Myscha Theriault
Green Living
Trying to go green in the city? Shop frequently on foot? If so, you may be finding the freebie fabric bags with the cardboard bottom inserts a little too bulky for your pocketbook, day pack or briefcase. Speaking for myself, I sometimes forget my bags in the car or occasionally ride with someone else. Whatever your reasons for having difficulties with the traditionally styled ones, bags designed for a more intense urban lifestyle can mean the difference between walking the green line or not. To help out, I searched the internet until my eyes were bleary. Following are my top three picks for design and value, as well as some resources for the DIY crowd.
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Posted March 3, 2009 - 16:55 by Myscha Theriault
Green Living
Always on the lookout for healthy pet products, I recently came across a company that brings the solid shampoo concept into the canine arena. Maggie Hanus, the soap bartender at A Wild Soap Bar, was gracious enough to accommodate us for a Wise Bread product review. Read on to find out what tried, and how it all went down.
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Posted March 1, 2009 - 11:13 by Myscha Theriault
Green Living
Ever wonder why so many of the eco products out there are only geared towards us ladies or the home front? Not that I'm ungrateful, mind you. I've just often wondered why researching green products for men yielded such meager results. So I was tickled to discover the Eco Candle Company's man candles.
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