Monday December 8, 2008

the gift of time

Unclutterer, a blog that helps people like me (the chronically cluttered) get organized has a great post on one of the most environmentally responsible gifts you could ever give: your time. Oh, and it doesn’t

Categories: blog holidays Tags: gifts

Friday December 5, 2008

handmade craft fair this sunday

This Sunday from noon to 7pm at 3rd Ward (195 Morgan Ave, corner of Stagg St, East Williamsburg) get your local/handmade/one-of-a-kind shop on…

Browse the handmade goods & treats of over 50 local artisans, craft mavens &

Categories: art/craft blog holidays Tags: brooklyn/nyc gifts

Friday December 5, 2008

creative wrapping: furoshiki

When I was a kid I would rip open a gift with abandon, caring little what happened to the wrapping paper. It was agonizing to watch those people with the opposite approach, slowly and gently unwrapping,

Categories: blog holidays Tags: gifts tips

Thursday December 4, 2008

eco holiday gift guide: for dad

Dad — he’s usually the one who has everything. Hopefully, you can surprise him with one of these green gifts.

Under $100

Casio Men’s G-Shock Solar Atomic Watch #GW500AJP-1AV$99 at Amazon

Black & Decker NHT518-1 18-Volt Cordless Electric Hedge

Categories: blog holidays Tags: gifts

Wednesday December 3, 2008

local holiday shopping

There are a lot of great holiday shopping options right here in NYC that support local and/or sustainable artisans. Avoid the madness of big box shopping and keep it local. Check ‘em out:Sustainable NYC139 Avenue A

Categories: blog holidays Tags: gifts local nyc

Tuesday December 2, 2008

eco holiday gift guide: for the philanthropist

You know who they are, the person who says “I don’t want any gifts, please!” Honor their wishes and get them the gift of compassion and good will.

Heifer InternationalGift a goat (or other charitable gift) for

Categories: blog holidays humanitarian Tags: gifts shopping

Tuesday December 2, 2008

eco holiday gift guide: for mom

Whether she’s a new mom or a grandmom, these gifts will warm her earth-lovin’ heart.

Under $100

Lambswool Wrap – NaturalOn sale $95at VivaTerra

Beaded Scarf – Copper$78 at VivaTerra

Under $75

Cozy Knit Slipper Booties (sizes 7-8)$69 at VivaTerra

Betty Bag

Categories: blog holidays Tags: gifts shopping

Monday December 1, 2008

eco holiday gift guides: for the gourmand

It can be challenging to find the right gift for everyone in your life, and even more difficult to find something they’ll like that doesn’t have a huge ecological footprint (and won’t cost an arm and

Categories: blog food/drink holidays Tags: drinking eating gifts