eco-fashion: leftover green beans...

The dynamic duo of Josy and Aza are producing a fantastic line of eco-conscious clothing under the label leftover green beans.  Each piece is made completely of re-purposed and organic materials.  They hunt for vintage fabrics, turn your grandmas old curtains into chic creations and use handmade trims.  These girls are having fun, and are becoming leaders in the reuse revolution.  Check them out now at notcouture.

bloom where you're planted - issue #07

ok. So I know I am supposed to be blooming where I'm planted.... but this plant may have to be repotted.  A trip to Austin, TX to be in a wedding reminded me why I love this music, margarita, tex-mex, artsy, outdoorsy, hippie, young professionals kind out town.  Good thing my roots are shallow right now...

[caption id="attachment_1523" align="aligncenter" width="430" caption="drinks outside in february? yes please, may i have another?"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_1527" align="aligncenter" width="430" caption="almost time for Hannah to tie the knot!"][/caption]

green day...

As we enter this season of joy and bliss. Let's not forget about the consumption that goes along with it. Here's a look at a few sites that are finding creative ways to make you more creative about what you use, reuse, and use til the end.

green day - do the green thing...

Do the green thing is a non-profit public service site designed to inspire us to think about how we live and how it impacts the environment. They focus on seven simple ways that we can make a difference. Topics include "walk the walk", "all consuming", and plug out" Interesting videos and great story telling is used to convey the message. Small changes can make a big impact!

To The End Of The Pencil And The Edge Of The Page from Green Thing on Vimeo.

green day - nimli...

recycled paper and biodegradable journal from house and wear kantele

mad imports handwoven raffia purse - swoon!

wool felt and natural fiber pillows from balance design

Nimli is a wonderful website marketplace offering a great range of natural, organic, and sustainable lifestyle products. They support designers and all efforts to make their business and products carbon neutral.

fashion - mod cloth...

Husband and wife team Susan Gregg-Koger and Eric Koger are the dynamic duo behind Mod Cloth. Launched in 2002, Mod Cloth is a known for its vintage finds and great eye for spotting new design talent. Susan travels the world to find great vintage wears and new indie artists. They carry an interesting mix of clothing, shoes, and home accessories.

courtesy parapluies et soleil contributor Lordes Rauvae

best of baby...

Is it just me, or is there a real baby boom going on? Just about all of my friends are expecting!! For all you wonderful mammas, here's the best in baby fromamenity, olli and lime, bonpoint, super natural baby, boodalee, flora and henri,skip hop, and angel dear. Also be sure to check out the wonderful clothing fromMishalulu.