Green Options

Looking for a fabric supplier that has a conscious and pretty fabrics available to choose from for a myriad of projects? Look not further than Loop Fabrics, located across the pond in the U.K.

Loop Fabrics’ “aim is to provide high quality, progressive fabrics and consultation in support of the growing demand for environmentally sensitive end products within the textile industry as a whole.”

All of their products are sustainable, biodegradable or from certified organic fibers. Find easy muslin, linens, hemp/silk blends, specialty weaves, canvas and knits in their extensive eco line up.

Editor’s note: This month, GNMParents writer Tiffany Washko explores diapering options for green parents. We swap original content with GNMParents on the first Monday of every month, so make sure to head over there to check out Jennifer’s contribution to them.

For many green moms and dads the decision about how to diaper their baby does not come so easy. We all know disposable diapers are bad with a capital

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We like to eat out. Is it the fact that someone is preparing food for us? Nah, we think it's the fancy cloth napkins. People love the feel of a soft fabric on their lap instead of a flimsy paper on that always gets torn. Many high-end restaurants will even give you a black napkin if you are wearing black, so that you don't wind up with white lint all over your pants.