DIY – How to Make a Slipcovered Ottoman

I have published this post in the past, and decided it was worth “updating” and publishing again! 1.  Purchase an ottoman from a discount store or Thrift store, or make one out of plywood.  The plywood box I made measures 20” wide x 16” tall, finished.  I...

Sustainable Fabrics

There are a lot of options out there for sustainable fabrics these days.  Most people know the more common options like organic cotton but there are many more.  Sustainable clothing is defined as a material that reduces the environmental impact.  It generally includes...

What’s New in Being Eco-friendly

Today in eco-friendly news… Get $40 worth of eco-friendly jewelry from real-jewels.com for only $20 here. A new eco-friendly site for dog owners!! eco-dogs.com has everything from healthy food (like Orijen!) to toys to beds. Starting in June, Heinz will be...

Eco-Friendly Window Coverings

The last couple weeks I talked about how to choose window coverings for your home.  Now I would like to let you know about some of the great eco-friendly choices for window coverings that are available. Tab top curtains made from hemp/cotton by NikkiDesigns First, my...

DIY Romantic Wreath

Happy Valentine’s Day!!  I have a romance inspired DIY post for you all today.  This floral wreath can work all year round but I think it’s especially nice for February, Spring and Winter.  If you want to make a larger 18″ wreath, you’ll need...

Interior Decorating: Winter to Spring Transition

I’ve gathered some tips on how to make the transition in your home from Winter to Spring.  Even if you live somewhere that is warm all year round, it’s fun to incorporate the current Season into your interior decorating.  The most important thing, I think,...