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Bambeco provides a marketplace for stylish and modern products that are carefully selected to support a more sustainable and just world. Can't beat that! I immediately was drawn to the hemp table runners (100% biodegradable) and the contempo dinnerware in turquoise. Its good to know that any product you select has met their high standards for environmental responsibility. Have fun shopping!
You need to read this entire website to understand why the Nook mattress is the most considered infant mattress and sleep system. The pebble mattress is constructed of several layers of materials... all non-toxic. The interior of the mattress is made from 100% natural latex, PETE and organic wool. The exterior pebbled surface allows for increased air circulation and the natural eucalyptus fibers interwoven with zinc absorb moisture to keep baby asleep. Okay, it's $550 but maybe you can opt for a crib sheet or pebble blanket instead.
Quick post for Halloween treats (as I sit here making myself sick on candy corn.... I do it to myself every year). Dean & Deluca has this great Retro Candy set... perfect for parents and grandparents. Beware the Bit-O-Honey bars... I lost a filling to one of those. $35.
So today I got an urge to be crafty. I decided that I wanted to have miniature pumpkins lining my window sills. Now one would think you could just set the pumpkins there and walk away.... well not me. I like to make things a little more difficult. I have made these pumpkin window sills weather proof, wind proof, bug proof and hopefully theft proof. Here's how I did it if you would like to try... and forgive the dreary basement background...
Step 1 - Get a bag of mini pumpkins. Home Depot had this bag for only $6 and I love that there were white and orange varieties. You'll need 7-8 per window.
Step 2 - Find a piece of wood. This was a challenge but I managed to find an old piece of molding that I cut down to size and then ended up gluing it to a thick piece of leftover Trek Decking. A standard 2x4 should be fine. Space out your pumpkins and mark where you will need to insert the nail. Put your board in a vice and hammer in the nails so there is a good inch or more sticking through the other side.
Step 3 - You now have what looks like a crazy torture device, but no worries... only thing being tortured here is pumpkins.
Step 4 - Arrange your pumpkins on the board. They went on like butter!
Step 5 - I sprayed mine with polyurethane in an effort to preserve them a little longer and keep away the rodents. Voila! You're done!
Gray Works Design specializes in furniture and accessories made from locally harvested sustainable woods and salvaged hardwoods. Their Footed Plattes are the best of both worlds.... a cutting board and a beautiful serving piece all in one. The woods they use have naturally occurring imperfections that make them all the more beautiful. Finished in food safe organic olive oil... with the right care, these will adorn your table for a lifetime.
NewExtrave Fashion Studio consists of 5 members that each take a part in the design, pattern making, and craftsmanship of all of these beautiful pieces of clothing. The color palette is right up my alley... consisting of neutrals, natural linen and earth tones. The linen skirt (middle) is so unique. You can wear it long, or gathered for a completely different look. The prices are totally fair (ranging from $50-$75). I could never pull it off but someone needs to buy those wide leg pants. They are amazing.
I think this is a fabulous concept and I have to thank Springwise for bringing it to my attention. Boxsal makes picnic basket sets that are 100% compostable. For $24.99 you get the picnic box, 4 compostable trays, 4 compostable bowls (both large and small), 4 compostable cups, 4 recycled napkins, 4 sets of compostable utensils and a trash bag. All you need is a little imagination and some good eats!
My power was out last night so forgive the brevity of this post as I play catch up. Nettiepete's handquilted baby bibs are a steal at only $15. Machine washable, dryer safe and reversible. Perfect gift for the new mom in your life.
The ceramic bowls of Isabelle Abramson are just too pretty to ever use. Besides costing a pretty penny, though they are worth every single one, these are works of art. The thin walled set of 4 ceramic dessert bowls with a subtle scalloped exterior or the berry bowl with individually drilled holes are truly jaw dropping. What makes the story even more inspiring is that these pieces are the work of a 28 year old, self taught woman from Boston. That's right.... self taught.
