Posts filed under Eco-Friendly Living

Halloween Costume Swaps

Thursday, October 11th, 2012
by Kate-Ruffing

Halloween Costume Swaps No need to spend lots of money on new, manufactured costumes that potentially poison the planet.  Costume Swaps are popping up all over to allow you to get a "new-to-you" costume this year. Read More >

Categories: Eco-Friendly Living, Sustainable Living

Eco-Chic : Fashion that Helps

Friday, September 21st, 2012
by Kate-Ruffing

Eco-Chic : Fashion that Helps I adore Fall fashion and this year, as I looked at the aging items in my closet, I decided to make some purchases that helped others and the planet. Read More >

Categories: Eco-Friendly Living, Sustainable Living

Earth-Friendly Back-to-School Supplies

Friday, August 24th, 2012
by Kate-Ruffing

backpack Back to school time! Maybe parents celebrate this more than kids, but before any celebrating can begin first you need to navigate through the list of supplies your child will need. Rather than spending a lot of money on those items, try a new approach this year that is better for the planet: 

Categories: Eco-Friendly Living, School, Sustainable Living

Fun Family-Friendly Hiking

Friday, August 10th, 2012
by Kate-Ruffing

hiking-trail Summer is a perfect time to get outside with the family for a hike.  Pack a picnic lunch and hit the trails! Last weekend, our family headed to the mountain for a little hiking fun and it reminded us how important it is to get outside this time of year. Don't be intimidated by the... Read More >

Categories: Eco-Friendly Living, Sustainable Living

Making Homemade Ice Cream

Friday, August 3rd, 2012
by Kate-Ruffing

homemade-ice-cream In my home, we typically have a pint or two of ice cream in the freezer at all times.  But this summer, with the exception of those stressful-day-pints, my family decided to invest in learning how to make our own ice cream. Homemade ice cream is better for multiple reasons. First, it's good... Read More >

Categories: Eco-Friendly Living, Food & Recipes, Sustainable Living