This is Day 39 of the Green in 365 series! Hosting guests for dinner or a party is a great way to show others the green changes you are making around your house, and to encourage them on their own journeys toward green and natural living, without being preachy about it. You can show them by example. And in case your dinner table is usually covered with paper plates, plastic silverware, paper napkins and disposable cups when you have friends or family over, here are some easy … [Read more...]
Green in 365: The Dining Room – Safe, Non-Toxic Candles
This is Day 36 of the Green in 365 series! Eating by candlelight is so romantic, right? What about burning candles as decoration, and to leave a lovely scent around your home? Well it's not so romantic or lovely when you realize the dangers that are filling your home as the candles burn. Conventional paraffin candles are usually made from petroleum byproducts, and while the effects of burning petroleum based candles in your home are up for debate (some say it's equivalent to … [Read more...]
Green in 365: The Dining Room – Eco-Friendly Dinnerware
This is Day 35 of the Green in 365 series! When you think about a green and eco-friendly meal, you usually think about the food that is on the plates; organic, local, pastured, etc. But what about the plates and other dishes that you are using? First of all, it's always better to use reusable tableware than disposable paper or plastic. So, if you're in the habit of using paper plates, plastic silverware, or plastic cups for regular everyday meals, your first step is to … [Read more...]
