Mommy Goes Green

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It’s the start of a long rainy season in Oregon and while native Oregonians don’t carry umbrellas ( I’m not even sure I own one! ) , I know the rest of the world isn’t quite as strange as us.   If I were to buy an umbrella, it would be one of these beauties, produced in an environmentally friendly manner.

The multi-floral above is the Coby Eco Umbrella found at Crate and Barrel.  It’s automatic, water-proofed and crafted of recycled and sustainable materials, from the 100% recycled cover to the bamboo handle and hemp strap. $19.95

Radley, a London based retailer, has a line of eco umbrellas with tons of style.  They are made with recycled polyester and a rubber handle.  In the U.S., the line is available at Lord & Taylor and Radley’s U.S. Store located in Garden City, New York.  $50

Black may be a little boring but it’s a classic.  Each part of this umbrella from Green Home is made from recycled materials! The fabric, which is composed of recycled plastic, is produced by crushing and heating the plastic to make the fabric fibers. Using recycled plastic not only decreases air pollution, but creates a safer, non-poisonous, high quality product.  The eco-friendly handle is composed of 65% shredded wood. In addition to decomposing within 2-3 weeks after placing it into soil, using shredded wood decrease the use of petroleum in the production process.  $38

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How fun is this?  Eco Baby Buys is a website that lists one deal a day at 9am EST and only until they sell out of them.  Their deals are a MINIMUM of 40% off retail and they only sell products meeting this criteria:

• the use of non-toxic materials and dyes
• the use of organic and/or recycled textiles and materials
• the use of eco-friendly packaging
• commitment and adherence to the standards of fair-trade

You can sign up for a daily email blast listing their deal of the day to make sure you don’t miss any of their great deals!

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If you’ve been stalling on buying my FAVORITE reusable bags, Envirosax, now is the time.  They are having a great 2-for-1 deal right now.

For 2 days only – Friday 14th of August and Saturday 15th of August, buy any bag or pouch from the ranges listed below and receive the same item absolutely free!

Candy, Botanica, Retro Graphic, Flora, Monochromatic, Oxford, Kid’s Series, Greengrocers, Organic Series

Quote code: MAD98 when ordering to receive your additional bags. Valid for online orders only at www.envirosax.com.

When ordering, you must order two of the same item and apply the coupon to get 50% off both items. If you order only one, the free product will not be automatically included.

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FlatRate Moving, a green moving company, has some great tips for eco-friendly moving. Before packing for a move, you too can be a part of the green movement by incorporating the following eco-friendly tips that will not only do wonders for the earth, but put more green in your own wallet.

1. Make sure the moving company uses eco-friendly trucks in order to cut down on pollution-forming emissions.

2. When packing, be resourceful and use cotton t-shirts and other clothes for wrapping valuables.

3. Biodegradable peanuts are available at most office supply stores, offering another eco-friendly way to ensure your precious breakables arrive in one piece.

4. Use ecological cleaning supplies that are not only environmentally friendly but will leave your new home gleaming and reduce fumes and residue that can harm the earth – and your family’s health.

5. Use lightly used recycled boxes that can be obtained free at your local grocer or FlatRate Moving.  Not only does going the recycled route leave less waste in landfills, but it saves you a considerable amount of money in the process.

6. It’s important to remember to recycle all moving materials after unpacking and settling into your new abode.

7. Ask whether or not the moving company will donate gently used clothing to a charity so you don’t have to make the extra trip.

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