5 Things to Love for Under 20$: Earth Day Edition
Since today is Earth Day, we have a special edition of 5 Things to Love! Some may say that going out and buying 5 new frivolities (or one) is not very earth conscious, but let’s not forget the importance of our emotional well being!
I know there are a lot of “green” fashion lines out there right now, but I find they are usually pretty expensive, and of course no newly manufactured item can compare to a recycled one. There are so many pretty old things knocking around out there, and so many creative people making jewelry from them- this ring is made of a vintage watch movement, with a bird added to lure bird-obsessed people like me. The once upon a time sparrow ring is $19, available at the birdznbeez’s shop on Etsy.
You can keep this Flatterware collapsible cup in your purse for those times you need a reusable vessel- the advantage of this one (over a Starbucks reusable travel mug for example) being that it is mostly flat when not in use and is made of one piece of plastic rather than several telescoping (read:leaking) ones. Two for 12$ at Uncommongoods.com.
For more earth and wallet friendly items,
These Pomegranate Face Wipes are from Korres, a super seriously organic skin care and makeup company. They are good for the makeup do-over you sometimes need between office and dinner. Read what Korres has to say about about petroleum products on the packaging and weep.
The day may come when you will heat 30 gallons of water to wash your hair, but it will not be this day! Squeeze another day in to your hair washing schedule with these wide silk headbands, $11 from Talbots. The earth wants you to get another 20 minutes of morning rest.
Instead of driving somewhere and consuming something, why not partake of some old fashioned “at home” activities, such as these adorable cross stitch kits from ReproDepot? They are supposed to be for children but I like the way they appear to be complete-able in one evening, always a plus for me when it comes to crafts. The plastic edging acts as the embroidery hoop and frame. I am actually thinking a row or grid of these in a child’s room would be great low cost decor (they are $7.95 and $8.95 for the turtle). How cute.
I guess it is really six things this time! It doesn’t get more macrobiotic than your own yard (or windowsill). This Jiffy Seed Starting Kit, $4.95 at Park Seed, makes it easy to start plants from seed, may I suggest some tomatoes- you can’t kill them! Did you know that tomato seeds can be eaten by a cow, digested, and still sprout in the manure pile? It’s true. Happy Earth Day Everyone!
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The dirty hair headband is my signature look! I thought I was just being lazy, but you’re right that I’m totally helping the environment. Those headbands are really cute.
My hair issue is that I don’t have time to condition in the morning so it ends up being frizzy and looking sloppy. I have a large head that’s kind of flat on top but wide, so most conventional headbands don’t stay on. I like the Talbots one and I’m willing to give it a try. It might help me look neater. I bought the Dry Restorative Oil from Kiehl’s (recommended in this month’s Harper’s Bazaar) and it isn’t greasy at all. It just smooths and conditions my hair.
I was curious about that oil. My hair is super dry, I will try anything.
that bird ring is adorable. i am sure i have many old watches lying around. i don’t suppose the watch was super glued to a ring though. very clever concept, worth some thought.
have you tried seseame seed oil or olive oil as a hair treatment? i haven’t but have read of both being used.
The Flatterware cups are great. They use the same plastic that we have in our toothbrushes. The plastic is safe, not like the other options currently available.