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Cheap, green, and easy ways to spend less on the holidays -- without feeling deprived

Pretty much everyone bemoans how consumerism's killed Christmas and other winter holidays -- and how much they want no part of that crappy-plastic-gizmo-giving, money-wasting dealio. Yet cheapo useless gifts seem to fly off the shelves every year. What ...

From GREENLAGIRL, BlogHer,  24 Nov 2009
Related Topics: Wal-Mart,  Morgan Spurlock,  Laura Miller

Makeyour town's Thanksgiving celebrations eco-ethical

Think local. That's what you often hear when you try to adopt a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle. And it's true. Shop at your farmer's market, support local farming, buy from your neighborhood artisans, and you will help take a step toward ...

From GREENLAGIRL, BlogHer,  22 Nov 2009

Cheap, green, and easy: Watch funny eco-documentaries online -- free!

So you didn't see that well-reviewed green film in the theaters because you didn't want to fork over $12 for a ticket -- and didn't rent it either because you decided to spend the $4 on snacks and watch TV instead. Well, thanks to Hulu still being free ...

From GREENLAGIRL, BlogHer,  17 Nov 2009
Related Topics: McDonald's,  Morgan Spurlock

A Green Christmas that saves you green too

Yes, Anna's part of that rich oil family -- but her book's really about celebrating green on the cheap, mostly by buying less and using what you've got, with a little DIY flair thrown in. Writes Carrie McBride of Re-Nest in her review of Green ...

From GREENLAGIRL, BlogHer,  15 Nov 2009
Related Topics: Amy Smart

Cheap, easy and green: Win free food, shoes and shopping sprees

Get green goods you need without spending a dime by taking advantage of an eco-contest -- or 3! Spend less money and stay green by getting creative: 1. Create a fair trade recipe and win a fair trade gift basket from Alter Eco, an eco-ethical company ...

From GREENLAGIRL, BlogHer,  9 Nov 2009
Related Topics: eBay Inc.,  Vivienne Westwood

Cheap, easy and green: Keep your electronics efficient

When shopping for electronics, we tend to be swayed by the the initial sticker price without looking at long-term costs -- both for our wallets and for the planet. Try these tips to save your hard-earned money while feeling good about reducing your ...

From GREENLAGIRL, BlogHer,  7 Nov 2009
Related Topics: Sierra Club

Cheap, easy, and green: Get on a bicycle

Cycling has well-known health, social, and environmental benefits too, but the transportation mode's money-saving qualities may trump them all in this economy! If you're tired of paying at the pump, get a bike for nearby errands and pay quite a bit ...

From GREENLAGIRL, BlogHer,  2 Nov 2009
Related Topics: Craigslist.org

3 triple-certified coffees with an extra fun cause

Today marks not only Halloween, but also the last day of the Eat Local Challenge -- and the last day of Fair Trade Month too. So I thought it'd be the perfect day to highlight some of the most eco-ethical coffees out there to go with your local, ...

From GREENLAGIRL, BlogHer,  1 Nov 2009
Related Topics: United Stated Department of Agriculture

Chill out with a cool green drink -- that has an eco-ethical mission too!

I hear it's gotten cold in some parts of the country, but we had a perfect summer day in Los Angeles today. So for those who live in similar weather -- or who just love chilled drinks whatever the temperature is outside, here are my top 3 recommended ...

From GREENLAGIRL, BlogHer,  27 Oct 2009
Related Topics: Google Inc.

Too green a thumb? Put your excess backyard bounty to good use!

Got an overabundant backyard garden or fruit tree? Don't let the extra food go to waste! In addition to sharing the bounty with your neighbors -- or getting really serious about canning and jamming -- here's how you can put your produce to good use: 1. ...

From GREENLAGIRL, BlogHer,  20 Oct 2009

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