Here’s a few of my favorite Netflix picks with eco-friendly themes. You’ll be surprised to see how the corn, oil, and food industries work and amazed at the sacrifices one family makes to live a zero waste life in No Impact Man. After watching these films I’m not about to shut down my fridge to save energy, but I’ll certainly be more careful about what goes into it. Everyone has something they can do to reduce their impact on the world and make their own lives a little better. What are your favorite ideas for greener living? If you have a movie suggestion drop me a comment!
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Tasteful Waste: DIY Cement Planters
I’m always looking for great ways to recycle and transform everyday items to art. When I saw these cement planters at Re-Nest, I instantly fell in love with the idea of reusing food containers before they hit the recycle bin. Click here for instructions.
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Romantic Ruffles
This summer I noticed something with ruffles was always in one of my inspiration folders. Yes, I’m one of those designers with dozens of inspiration folders divided by categories, but I’ll leave that obsession for another post. Last weekend the ruffles were back on my mind when I was looking for party dresses for my upcoming tropical vacation. Ruffles are so feminine, romantic, and add texture to any home decor. Here are some of the ruffles that I love. I’ve always loved this Anthropologie shower curtain. But now Urban Outfitters sells a more affordable version available in 6 solid colors. How adorable are these ruffled tablecloth and dishes? Ruffle bedding…
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Chalk Paint
We love things that are beautiful, practical, and that help us express ourselves and be even more creative. If one thing could do all of this, well, that thing might be Chalk Paint! Yes Chalkboards have moved out of the classroom and into any room you want. A calendar for your home office, an entryway note area, a kitchen grocery list spot, or a place just to write love notes for family, a chalkboard wall can be all of these things. Moving beyond the walls, adding a chalk surface to storage containers is a great idea for the kitchen or home office. Store-bought formulas come in traditional green and black. …