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Green Crafter Profile: Betz White

Sewing Green (STC Craft | Melanie Falick Books) will be released March, 2009. Here's a sneak preview and a little bit more about the author. White is not new to the craft scene. Her first book, Warm Fuzzies -- 30 Sweet Felted Projects was published in 2007. Betz has a passion … [Read more...]

Confused About Product Recalls?

One thing I have noticed from the comments left by our readers is there is a lot of confusion regarding product recalls. Often different news organizations, blogs, the CPSC, and companies have conflicting information about recalls. From the peanut butter recall to lead in toys, … [Read more...]

CFL Bulb Guide for Less Mercury in Our Homes

The Environmental Working Group has done it again. Have a mentioned lately how much I appreciate them? They've just released a report and new guide for all of us about what CFL bulbs contain the least mercury. Let me back up. Awhile back I posted on my blog Non-Toxic Kids about … [Read more...]

Cleaning Up The Holiday Mess: Eco Style

By now, most of the gifts are opened and we are left with piles of packaging, gift wrap, ribbons, bows and possibly a few unwanted gifts. What now? If your family is anything like mine, among the fabulous handmade items we received (like the beaded cross necklace and crochet … [Read more...]

Grandma Kate's Pumpkin Bread Recipe (the perfect, affordable present for friends, teachers and colleagues)

Notice I didn't saw low fat. Or low sugar. Or healthy. I'm talking sweet, delicious pumpkin bread with a buttery, pretty glaze on top. I don't really bake. But this recipe is handed down to me by my mom, who also doesn't really bake. And if she can do it, so can I. My … [Read more...]