Green Options

This short film is relevant to everyone, but I thought especially to us crafters. Not only do we consume, but we also produce and distribute “stuff”. With the new year commencing in a couple of days, let’s really take these things to heart, spread the news to all of our friends and family, and actually do something about it.

What is The Story of Stuff?

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Nothing beats a warm pair of slippers on a cold winter morning! Crafters are recycling old sweaters, vintage fabrics, and warm felt into some of the warmest styles for our tired and chilly feet. Why not treat yourself this holiday season and snatch up a pair!

I absolutely adore these “Toebitter Socks” from Etsy seller Zerkahloostrah. Constructed from recycled salmon hued lambswool, the artist describes their design as a “modern [...]

Garland is such a classic way to decorate fireplace mantels, doorways, and windows during the holidays. We’ve still got plenty of time to get some decorations up before the season is over, so here are some great ideas for making your own.

If you have holiday cards piling up but no mantle to set them on, you can easily create a nifty garland with them. The [...]

This year I got a little creative and green with my gift-wrap ideas. Digging through my recycling pile I found many items that could easily stand in for the traditional store-bought supplies. Using alternative gift-wrap is great for the environment, super thrifty, and clever. Here are a few simple ideas you can try out [...]

Etsy is a great shopping resource, especially for crafting supplies. When you’re looking to make your own jewelry and want one-of-a-kind beads or findings, vintage is the way to go. Making use of vintage supplies is also great for the environment because you’re recycling! Browse these great shops for rare vintage beads, metal findings, and other supplies.

If you love super colorful and quirky beads [...]

Well, it’s that time of year again when I search far and wide for the perfect handmade and earth friendly holiday gifts. While I have no trouble finding numerous items I’d like to add to my own wishlist, I always seem to have trouble finding items for guys. If you’ve hit the same roadblock, let me share my latest favorite shops with you.[...]

Originally posted in Crafting A Green World

When you’re running an indie business advertising is key to getting the word out. Having stacks of business and postcards on hand is invaluable when you’re trying to wrangle in new customers and business contacts. But if you’re running a business with the goal of being environmentally responsible in mind, then all of that paper and printing can seem wasteful. Well, fear no more because there [...]

When you’re running an indie business advertising is key to getting the word out. Having stacks of business and postcards on hand is invaluable when you’re trying to wrangle in new customers and business contacts. But if you’re running a business with the goal of being environmentally responsible, then all of that paper and printing can seem wasteful. Well, fear no more because there are plenty of earth conscious [...]

I know that using resealable plastic bags, air tight disposable food containers, and things like plastic wrap are super convenient… but they’re also incredibly wasteful, terrible for the environment, and leach toxic chemicals into your food and your body. Here are some of my ideas on how to store your foodies more responsibly.

Invest in some trusty glass food storage dishes: Make your way to the local thrift store, or even Ebay and snag yourself some super cute vintage Pyrex glass refirgerator dishes. These suckers last a lifetime and they won’t end up at the bottom of a landfill. Glass containers may seem a little heavy to lug in and out of the fridge, but it’s so worth it. I’ve also found that food stored in these containers last longer and stays fresher, because it’s not airtight… food actually needs to breathe folks. If you’re like me and your wallet can’t compete with those Ebay bidders, no worries, Anchor Hocking makes a modern version that are near identical. They’re priced great, readily available online, and worth the investment.

Don’t toss that vegan cream cheese tub!: If you’re looking to carry your lunch to work or school, obviously glass storage is out of the question. But there are many resourceful ways to store food in a more mobile manner.