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Earth Day Everyday!

April 23, 2011 by Lindsay Ingalls 29 Comments

I hope everyone had a great Earth Day. I was super busy yesterday and didn’t get to posting my intended Earth Day post however I think Earth Day should be everyday! What are you doing to better the planet?

Caress Voile featuring Repreve® Recycled Fibers! Saving an average of 7 plastic bottles from a landfill per panel, the new Caress Voile curtains are made with fabric created from recycled plastic bottles to provide an eco-friendly and fashion forward option for window treatments.

Around the Home:

1. Choose linens and curtains made from eco-friendly materials whenever possible. Over the past few years the Hubz and I have been working to make our home a greener place.  Part of that process is being mindful of the products that we purchase and use in our home.  We have a few sets of sheets made of organic cotton and just changed out our curtains for these Caress Voile which are made from recycled fibers and are super inexpensive (only $10 per pack).

2. Swap out your chemical cleaners for natural cleaners. I am all over the place with natural cleaners right now.  I am testing out a number of different brands to find my favorite.  Currently we have Simple Green Naturals, Seventh Generation and Ecover products.  Currently my overall favorite is Seventh Gen however the other brands are also good.

3. Clean yourself without the chemicals. Choose natural body products including toothpaste, body wash, lotions, shampoo and conditioner. Just like what you put in your body you should be mindful of what you put on your body.  I have had my ups and downs with natural products and there are some that I love and think work really well and others that are just awful.  Here is a peak at a few of my favorite products.

Kiss My Face Toothpaste- this is my absolute favorite natural toothpaste it is made with aloe and works so well. Also Kiss my Face body wash, shampoo and deodorant- I really love all these but I do purchase other products such as Jason and even the natural Whole Foods and Trader Joes brands are pretty good. Lastly is a new deodorant for the Hubz it's a manly scented Tom's which he actually hasn't tried yet.

4. Choose recycled paper and plastic products. There are a number of options out there for toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags and food storage products (sandwich bags, aluminum foil, parchment paper,ect).  My favorite for toilet paper, paper towels and garbage bags are Seventh Generation.  I have tried out a number of other brands and there aren’t any (that I have tried) that really hold up as well as Seventh Generation.  My absolute favorite environmentally friendly products that I use in the kitchen are If You Care. They make a number of products including coffee filters, parchment paper, sandwiches bags, and aluminum foil.  I use the coffee filters daily and they are wonderful.  The parchment paper is my favorite to use when I am baking it helps reduce the amount of oil I use in my cooking and it also means less dishes to wash. If You Care also makes household gloves, fire starters, cheesecloth, baking cups and twine; I have not tried any of these products yet but hope to soon.  (p.s. keep reading to win your own box of If You Care goodies).

Travel

1. Drive less. I know that driving is a necessity for some people, myself included, however being mindful of how often you drive is important. When you do drive places pick the most direct route to your destination and make sure to plan well so you only have to make one trip. When possible take advantage of public transportation. The Hubz works downtown and has a bus stop right outside of his work; when he can he takes the bus to work and in the summer he bikes a few days per week.

2. Walk or Bike. Whenever possible walk or bike to your destination.  Not only will you be reducing your carbon footprint but you will be improving your health.

Food

1. Dining out. Choose locally owned restaurants and/or restaurants that focus on local and organic products.  When you travel do your research and find places that fit these standards.  You’ll find that food that is produced locally and/or organically taste better and provides more energy.

2. Shop locally. Whenever possible purchase your food at local co-ops, health food stores and farmers markets before visiting larger stores.  Not only will you be purchasing higher quality food, food that you know where it came from but you will be helping local companies and the local economy.

3. Grow your own food. Take the time to grow your own food; this does not mean you have to create a garden or get alocal garden plot (although both great ideas). you could simple have a pot on your steps or balcony with herbs, greens or tomatoes.  Knowing where you food comes from and the accomplishment of growing your own food really makes your food taste better.

4. Eat more plants. Studies show that eating a plant based diet is better for the environment and the world around us.A plant based diet can lead to extra years of healthy living than one that is focused on meats and dairy. Additionally, it also reduces environmental damage and farm animal suffering

 

Giveaway Time!!

If You Care recently sent me a variety of products to try and to giveaway. For the giveaway I am giving one lucky winner a t-shirt, household gloves, 2 sizes of coffee filters, jumbo baking cups and wax paper.  In addition two people will win an If You Care t-shirt. This giveaway is open to U.S. Residents only.

The giveaway is open until April 25, 2011 at 8pm EST. You must leave a separate comment for each entry for it to qualify.

Required Entry:
1. Visit the If You Care website and tell me something new that you learned.

Additional Entries:

  1. Follow me on twitter: @cookveganlover
  2. Tweet “I want to win If You Care eco-friendly products @cookveganlover http://wp.me/pFVWo-1ZA”
  3. Subscribe to my newsletter (in the side bar).
  4. Blog about this giveaway, remember to link back to this post.
  5. “Like” Cook.Vegan.Lover. on Facebook.



The Winner of the If You Care gift package is:

The Winners of the T-shirts are:

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Posted in: Giveaway, Life, Self Care Tagged: caress voile, earth day, eco-friendly products, ecover, farmers markets, Giveaway, green, if you care, kiss my face, seventh generation, simply natural, tom's

Q & A: Envitote

October 10, 2010 by Lindsay Ingalls 2 Comments

The newest addition to my OpenSky shop is this great back the Envitote.  I have been using this reusable back for a few months now and love how durable it is.  The most unique thing about this tote is the square base and handles on the side as well as the shoulder strap.  I have not found any other totes that are like this and it creates and easy totae for me to carry my groceries in.


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1. Why did you decide to partner up with OpenSky?

As a new, small business, Envicorp Products tried to find every creative avenue to distribute our eco-friendly products such as our original design Envitote. With limited resources, this can be challenging.  After meeting an OpenSky buyer at the California Gift Show, we believed that this was an opportunity we had to seize.

We saw the OpenSky Project as a bold, new approach to shopping.  In an age where personal interactions are becoming fewer and far between, OpenSky aspires to use those very technologies to bring relationships back to shopping.

2. What was the inspiration behind Envicorp?

Inspired at an Earth Day festival in Santa Monica, CA, Stephanie Collins began designing environmentally friendly products. Along with best friend of 20 years, Tana Collins, a plan was made to start a company that would provide products to the eco-conscious. Our hope is to reduce consumer waste and environmental pollution. While we are a company, part of our mission is that of advocacy, education, and service. The long-term objective is to start a non-profit foundation that will give grants to grassroots environmental programs.

3. Why do you feel it is important to use reusable bags versus plastic?

The average use of any plastic bag is only 12 minutes.  It then takes that single bag 500-1000 years to decompose.  The average U.S. family uses on average 1,500 plastic bags per year.  With one reusable bag preventing six plastic bags from being used, this is one easy step that everyone can take to help protect our environment.  With roughly 60–80% of all marine debris, and 90% of floating debris being plastic, the use of reusable bags can have a dramatic effect on our planet.  We have a page of our website devoted to many of the statistics about plastic bag consumption.  Our envifacts can be found at http://www.envicorp.com/envifacts.html.

4. What is the Envitote made out of?

Envitote is made from 100% cotton, canvas – a renewable resource.  The cardstock stiffeners are paper which is renewable and recyclable.

5. What is your favorite thing about the Envitote?

First, we like the fact that Envitote has an impact on saving the planet.  Next, we are thrilled with the multiple uses that have been found for the Envitote.  Its diversity as a bag extends well beyond the grocery store.  For example, Envitote fits perfectly under an airline seat, so it works as the perfect travel bag.  We have had it used as a diaper bag and pet carrier.  Also, it makes the perfect eco-friendly gift basket.  The uses are endless.

6. Do you have any plans to create other products?

We have other products available on our website, www.envicorp.com, and on OpenSky.  Also, we are currently in the process of developing additional original products (like the Envipal another great tote but this one is insulated!)

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Posted in: Guest Post Tagged: eco friendly, envitote, green, opensky

Dining Locally: Magnolia Bistro

September 30, 2010 by Lindsay Ingalls 5 Comments

This is the first of my “Dining Locally” posts which will be a series of post about Vermont eateries.  Today’s post features Magnolia Bistro which is a certified green restaurant in Burlington Vermont that features a variety of breakfast and lunch options.  The Hubz and I visit here pretty often to enjoy there great food, atmosphere and of course the vegan bloody mary’s.

Magnolia Bistro’s menu is a vegans paradise.  Everything is labeled with a “v” if it is vegan and if you are gluten free you will be delighted to know gluten free dishes are marked with a “g”.  This make the dining experience relaxing, easy and enjoyable.

Sesame Tofu Scramble

Plate O'Sides- black beans, kale, home fries and toast with Earth Balance

The Hubz and I would recommend:

  • Garbanzo Burger
  • The Incredible Mr. Limpett
  • Sesame Scram w/avocado
  • French Toast
  • Bloody Mary

However, we have never had a dish we didn’t love!

Magnolia Bistro, One Lawson Lane, Burlington, VT

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Posted in: Restaurants, Review Tagged: Breakfast, brunch, green, lunch, vermont

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