Green Options » Wenona Napolitano

Green Options » Wenona Napolitano http://greenoptions.com/author/wenonanap/ Post archive of Wenona Napolitano Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:13:47 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5.1 en http://greenoptions.com/author/wenonanap/ http://www.gravatar.com/avatar/cee887183f86d9c851aaa98ca30d85eb?s=65&d=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gravatar.com%2Favatar%2Fad516503a11cd5ca435acc9bb6523536%3Fs%3D32 Green Options » Wenona Napolitano Something Every Parent Should Have: Removeez http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/21/something-every-parent-should-have-removeez/ http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/21/something-every-parent-should-have-removeez/#comments Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:13:47 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/21/something-every-parent-should-have-removeez/

I think it’s happened to us all- the kid gets a hold of a pen or marker or even some paint…and it refuses to come off the skin even when scrubbing so hard you practically take the skin off. And we know that is neither is fun for the parent nor the child.

Finally someone, parents of course, invented a safe, natural product that “gets stuff off your skin”, Removeez.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/21/something-every-parent-should-have-removeez/feed/ Earth Love’n Paper Products Perfect for the Holidays http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/21/earth-loven-paper-products-perfect-for-the-holidays/ http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/21/earth-loven-paper-products-perfect-for-the-holidays/#comments Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:39:37 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/21/earth-loven-paper-products-perfect-for-the-holidays/

If you don’t have time to make you own gift wrap or cards this year, or maybe if you just need a starting point check out Earth Love’n Paper Products. They make gift wrap and note cards from 100% recycled paper.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/21/earth-loven-paper-products-perfect-for-the-holidays/feed/ Don’t Forget the Batteries Grab Fuji’s New EnviroMAX Batteries http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/20/dont-forget-the-batteries-grab-fujis-new-enviromax-batteries/ http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/20/dont-forget-the-batteries-grab-fujis-new-enviromax-batteries/#comments Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:23:14 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/20/dont-forget-the-batteries-grab-fujis-new-enviromax-batteries/

Yes, I know most eco gifts don’t need batteries but some tech gadgets and other goodies do, like digital cameras and who is going to be without a camera on Christmas?

This year you have a green choice when it comes to batteries-other than the often expensive and hard to find recharge-ables (why can’t they just put them with the rest of the darn batteries, but no you have to go searching and end up in the electronics section if they carry them at all). Anyway this year you have the option of buying Fuji’s new EnviroMAX batteries.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/20/dont-forget-the-batteries-grab-fujis-new-enviromax-batteries/feed/ For the Naughty Ones on Your Holiday List: Santa’s Coal and Snowman Poop http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/20/for-the-naughty-ones-on-your-holiday-list-santas-coal-and-snowman-poop/ http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/20/for-the-naughty-ones-on-your-holiday-list-santas-coal-and-snowman-poop/#comments Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:20:48 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/20/for-the-naughty-ones-on-your-holiday-list-santas-coal-and-snowman-poop/

Here’s a fun stocking stuffing gift for those who have been a little naughty this year: Sweet Soaps Santa’s Coal and Snowman Poop soaps.

Sure to get the message across while garnering a smile these fun soaps will make perfect eco-friendly stocking stuffers.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/20/for-the-naughty-ones-on-your-holiday-list-santas-coal-and-snowman-poop/feed/ The Joy of Green Cleaning by Leslie Reichert http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/20/the-joy-of-green-cleaning-by-leslie-reichert/ http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/20/the-joy-of-green-cleaning-by-leslie-reichert/#comments Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:14:31 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/20/the-joy-of-green-cleaning-by-leslie-reichert/

If you want to clean green but don’t want to pay extra for green cleaning products consider making your own. The Joy of Green Cleaning by Certified Green Cleaner Leslie Reichert is full of recipes to make your own eco-friendly cleaning supplies with things you probably already have in your home. Like lemon juice, baking soda and white vinegar.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/20/the-joy-of-green-cleaning-by-leslie-reichert/feed/ A Review of Refashioned Bags: Upcycle Anything into High-Style Handbags http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/20/a-review-of-refashioned-bags-upcycle-anything-into-high-style-handbags/ http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/20/a-review-of-refashioned-bags-upcycle-anything-into-high-style-handbags/#comments Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:05:34 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/20/a-review-of-refashioned-bags-upcycle-anything-into-high-style-handbags/

A woman’s handbag is an extension of herself. It shows off her style, her personality and her ability to coordinate the perfect bag with her outfit. Many of us can’t really afford to have a bag for every outfit or mood but with a little craftiness and the help of this new book…maybe we can.

Refashioned Bags: Upcycle Anything into High-Style Handbags is a new book that shows us how to turn almost anything into a fun, funky and fabulous handbags.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/20/a-review-of-refashioned-bags-upcycle-anything-into-high-style-handbags/feed/ A Green Guide to Bringing Up Your Baby By Claire Gillman http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/19/a-green-guide-to-bring-up-your-baby-by-claire-gillman/ http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/19/a-green-guide-to-bring-up-your-baby-by-claire-gillman/#comments Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:09:17 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/19/a-green-guide-to-bring-up-your-baby-by-claire-gillman/ A Green Guide to Bringing Up Your Baby: The Kind Way for You, Your Baby (0-3) and the Environment is one of the newest books to offer advice for raising a green baby.

You’ll find everything you need to help you green your home, nursery, clothing, cosmetics and so much more.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/19/a-green-guide-to-bring-up-your-baby-by-claire-gillman/feed/ Smell Like a Goddess with Auric Blends http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/19/smell-like-a-goddess-with-auric-blends/ http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/19/smell-like-a-goddess-with-auric-blends/#comments Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:07:46 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/19/smell-like-a-goddess-with-auric-blends/

If you crave the exotic, Auric Blends Goddess Scents are for you. They are 100% natural blended with exotic essential oils, resins and absolutes to bring out the goddess in every woman. Each unique scent is named after the goddess that inspired the aroma.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/19/smell-like-a-goddess-with-auric-blends/feed/ Grow Your Own Tree Hugger: 101 Activities to Teach Your Child How to Live Green http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/18/grow-your-own-tree-hugger-101-activities-to-teach-your-child-how-to-live-green/ http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/18/grow-your-own-tree-hugger-101-activities-to-teach-your-child-how-to-live-green/#comments Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:04:03 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/18/grow-your-own-tree-hugger-101-activities-to-teach-your-child-how-to-live-green/

Here’s a fun book you may enjoy. It could inspire you with new ways to teach your child about living green. Or it may make a great gift for another parent that you know who could use some help in the eco-department.

Grow Your Own Tree Hugger: 101 activities to teach your child how to live green by Wendy Rosenoff is full of activities, crafts and recipes that can easily teach children about the environment and about being green without being preachy.

Some of the activities sound like so much fun your kids won’t even know they’re learning.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/18/grow-your-own-tree-hugger-101-activities-to-teach-your-child-how-to-live-green/feed/ FaveCrafts.com Full of Green Holiday Inspiration http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/18/favecraftscom-full-of-green-holiday-inspiration/ http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/18/favecraftscom-full-of-green-holiday-inspiration/#comments Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:03:12 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/18/favecraftscom-full-of-green-holiday-inspiration/

Are you looking for more ideas to make the holidays handmade this year? Drop by FaveCrafts.com.

There’s a great article Go Green This Christmas full of ideas and links to fun Christmas crafts that would make great gifts. Make sure to check out the list of 34 green Christmas crafts.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/18/favecraftscom-full-of-green-holiday-inspiration/feed/ Eco-Elegant Earrings by Rebekah Green http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/08/eco-elegant-earrings-by-rebekah-green/ http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/08/eco-elegant-earrings-by-rebekah-green/#comments Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:27:50 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/08/eco-elegant-earrings-by-rebekah-green/

If you are looking for beautiful eco-friendly earrings to wear for your wedding or for upcoming holiday parties, then look no further than Rebekah Green’s sustainable styles.

Rebekah Green has eco-elegant studs, leverback drops, dangling leverbacks, hoops, chandeliers, and even children’s earrings all made from 100% recycled 14K and 18K gold, along with fair trade gemstones and cubic zirconia.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/08/eco-elegant-earrings-by-rebekah-green/feed/ Handmade Holidays: Scrap Wood Snowmen http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/07/handmade-holidays-scrap-wood-snowmen/ http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/07/handmade-holidays-scrap-wood-snowmen/#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:26:10 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/07/handmade-holidays-scrap-wood-snowmen/

Do you woodwork? Chances are you have a box of leftover odds and ends of wood that can be turned into something cute for the holidays.

My husband has a huge box of wood pieces that he throws leftovers into after he’s done making a project. These pieces can range from tiny little scraps to half a two by four. But for some reason he had a bunch of pieces that were all about the same size left over from making something and we came up with these cute little snowmen.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/07/handmade-holidays-scrap-wood-snowmen/feed/ Rebekah Green Sustainable Earrings: Precious Gifts for Little Girls http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/07/rebekak-green-sustainable-earrings-precious-gifts-for-little-girls/ http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/07/rebekak-green-sustainable-earrings-precious-gifts-for-little-girls/#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:25:17 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/07/rebekak-green-sustainable-earrings-precious-gifts-for-little-girls/ Rebekah Green has been globally aware and environmentally conscious since the second grade. Throughout her life she’s done a lot for the “green” movement.

Her latest efforts include a sustainable line of earrings made from recycled gold. She even has several designs devoted to children.

Including these precious little turtles which will be going in my daughter’s holiday stocking…if I don’t snag them for myself first (because I adore turtles).

Read more of this story »

]]> http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/11/07/rebekak-green-sustainable-earrings-precious-gifts-for-little-girls/feed/ Neroli Rose Green Gifts for the Holidays http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/07/neroli-rose-green-gifts-for-the-holidays/ http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/07/neroli-rose-green-gifts-for-the-holidays/#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:31:59 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/07/neroli-rose-green-gifts-for-the-holidays/ Neroli Rose products are made with hydrating shea butter from Southern Sudan. Sudanese Shea Butter is thought to be the finest natural moisturizer in the world.

“In Sudan, shea butter is called Lulu, meaning ‘treasured pearl’. Sudanese women process their Lulu by hand, using an ancient, cold-pressed technique that retains the highest concentrations of Vitamins A and E. The butter is produced from the nuts of shea trees that grow wild, deep within the Sudanese forests, untouched by chemicals or fertilizers. This rare shea butter from the Nile Basin is so nutritious, it serves as a food staple for the Sudanese people during the dry season.”

Read more of this story »

]]> http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/07/neroli-rose-green-gifts-for-the-holidays/feed/ Dazzle Dry Toluene, Phthalate, and Formadehyde Free Finger Nail Polish http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/06/dazzle-dry-toluene-phthalate-and-formadehyde-free-finger-nail-polish/ http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/06/dazzle-dry-toluene-phthalate-and-formadehyde-free-finger-nail-polish/#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:31:09 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/06/dazzle-dry-toluene-phthalate-and-formadehyde-free-finger-nail-polish/

The Dazzle Dry Nail Polish System is made for the “on the go lifestyle”. The really great thing about the quick drying Dazzle Dry Nail System is that it contains no harmful chemicals. It is free of formaldehyde, toluene, phthalates, and camphor and is also nitrocellulose free (this is the stuff that turns your nails yellow).

The Dazzle Dry formula is also Vegan and Non-Toxic.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/06/dazzle-dry-toluene-phthalate-and-formadehyde-free-finger-nail-polish/feed/ Handmade Holidays: Stockings Made from Scrap Fabric http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/06/handmade-holidays-stockings-made-from-scrap-fabric/ http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/06/handmade-holidays-stockings-made-from-scrap-fabric/#comments Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:20:11 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/06/handmade-holidays-stockings-made-from-scrap-fabric/

Holiday stockings don’t need to be made from plush furry fabric or rich red velvet. They can be made from any fabric you like that reflects your style, eclectic tastes, or interior decor.

A long time ago I worked for a furniture store. One day they were clearing out all the sample fabric swatches and books that had been discontinued. And what were they going to do with it all?

Toss it in the dumpster. Stacks and stacks of rich, fancy, and fabulous pieces of fabric. All to the trash. I just couldn’t let it happen.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/11/06/handmade-holidays-stockings-made-from-scrap-fabric/feed/ Eco-Stocking Stuffer Alert: Lip Balms Make Great Stocking Stuffers http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/04/eco-stocking-stuffer-alert-lip-balms-make-great-stocking-stuffers/ http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/04/eco-stocking-stuffer-alert-lip-balms-make-great-stocking-stuffers/#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:46:50 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/04/eco-stocking-stuffer-alert-lip-balms-make-great-stocking-stuffers/

Miserable winter weather, harsh winds, bitter cold…all that can do a number on sensitive lips.

That’s why lip balms make great gifts.

Stick some eco-friendly lip balms in some one’s stocking this year.

Several companies offer delightful organic lip balms in numerous lip smacking flavors that will leave lips soft, smooth, and totally kissable.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/11/04/eco-stocking-stuffer-alert-lip-balms-make-great-stocking-stuffers/feed/ Motherboard Gifts for the Tech Geek On Your Holiday List http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/10/30/motherboard-gifts-for-the-tech-geek-on-your-holiday-list/ http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/10/30/motherboard-gifts-for-the-tech-geek-on-your-holiday-list/#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:51:44 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/10/30/motherboard-gifts-for-the-tech-geek-on-your-holiday-list/

Now here’s what a little creativity can come up with; Motherboard Gifts is a company that utilizes old motherboards and computer parts to make reclaimed gifts like money clips, picture frames, clocks, coasters, jewelry, bookmarks, binders, business card cases and even Christmas ornaments.

These are eco-friendly gifts even the most tech savvy, computer geek may love.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/10/30/motherboard-gifts-for-the-tech-geek-on-your-holiday-list/feed/ Last Minute Green Halloween Tip: Iconic Necco Wafers Go All-Natural http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/10/29/last-minute-green-halloween-tip-iconic-necco-wafers-go-all-natural/ http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/10/29/last-minute-green-halloween-tip-iconic-necco-wafers-go-all-natural/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:21:18 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/10/29/last-minute-green-halloween-tip-iconic-necco-wafers-go-all-natural/

Now here’s a candy you don’t have to special order online or search high and low for. Necco Wafers can be found at most grocery stores in the candy aisle or currently in the Halloween candy section.

Necco Wafers have been around since 1847 but as a sign of the times they’ve gone “green”.

The 162-year-old Massachusetts company has taken Necco Wafers and made them “all-natural” which makes them the largest mass-produced candy line in the U.S. to get rid of artificial flavoring and colors.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/10/29/last-minute-green-halloween-tip-iconic-necco-wafers-go-all-natural/feed/ Eco-Stocking Stuffer Alert: Stick a Scandle in the Stocking http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/10/28/eco-stocking-stuffer-alert-stick-a-scandle-in-the-stocking/ http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/10/28/eco-stocking-stuffer-alert-stick-a-scandle-in-the-stocking/#comments Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:02:07 +0000 Wenona Napolitano http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/10/28/eco-stocking-stuffer-alert-stick-a-scandle-in-the-stocking/

Here’s another budget and eco-friendly stocking stuffer: Scandle Body Candles. These amazing candles burn and melt at low temperatures and the candle “wax” can be poured onto the body and used as an oil for massages, spa treatments, manicures and pedicures or just for pure enjoyment at home. And the candles are less than $25 and will fit perfectly in a holiday stocking.

Read more of this story »

]]> http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/10/28/eco-stocking-stuffer-alert-stick-a-scandle-in-the-stocking/feed/