Entries tagged Holidays

Five easy ways to save some green this holiday season

By Jeff Yeager Posted Fri Nov 6, 2009 7:34am PST for daily_green_cheapskate 0 Comments

Don't worry, you don't have to be a Scrooge! Read full post »
Related topics: Holidays, Gifts, Tips, Saving Money
How to save money by slowing down

By Lori Bongiorno Posted Tue Nov 3, 2009 12:58pm PST for the_conscious_consumer 19 Comments

Slowing down may be counterintuitive, but it's good for your sanity, your wallet, and the planet. Read full post »
Related topics: Health, Food and Drink, Holidays, How-To, Tips, Commuting, Saving Money, Saving gas
Ask Umbra on her hotness, corporate gift baskets, and more

By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Sun Nov 1, 2009 8:15pm PST for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments

Q. Dear Umbra, I am worried that your hotness may be contributing to global warming. I’m not sure what can be done to fix this. O Zone A. Dearest O, You are making me blush. ... Read full post »
Related topics: Holidays, How-To, Government, Recycling, Tips, Paper
Ask Umbra on Halloween treats and costumes

By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Tue Oct 27, 2009 4:28pm PDT for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments

Some humorous ideas for eco-themed costumes. Read full post »
Related topics: Holidays, Tips
Study: Halloween face paint laced with lead

By Dan Shapley Posted Tue Oct 27, 2009 12:37pm PDT for daily_green_news 56 Comments

You can't trust ingredient lists on Halloween face paint labels -- 6 of 10 paints tested had higher than recommended levels of metals. Even one labeled "nontoxic" contained lead. Read full post »
Related topics: Health, Safety, Holidays, Kids
Nine adventurous pumpkin recipes (forget pie)

By Gloria Dawson Posted Mon Oct 26, 2009 11:30am PDT for daily_green_news 0 Comments

Pumpkins aren't just for jack-o'-lanterns and pumpkin pie. In fact, if you're leaving the pulp, the seeds and even the rind on the kitchen floor, you're missing out. Read full post »
Related topics: Food and Drink, Holidays
How to have a green Halloween

By EcoHuddle Community Posted Mon Oct 19, 2009 4:27pm PDT for huddlergreenhome 2 Comments

Apply the "three R's" to Halloween for a holiday that scares the kids without killing the planet. Read full post »
Related topics: Shopping, Holidays, How-To, Recycling, Kids, Tips, Reusing stuff
Warning: Halloween face paint can be scary

By Dan Shapley Posted Mon Oct 19, 2009 1:59pm PDT for daily_green_news 1 Comments

10 ways to protect yourself and your children from toxic, allergenic, and irritating ingredients in Halloween costume makeup. Read full post »
Related topics: Health, Safety, Fashion, Holidays, Beauty, Kids
Carving a pumpkin this fall? Don't throw any of it away!

By Jeff Yeager Posted Mon Oct 12, 2009 10:44am PDT for daily_green_cheapskate 3 Comments

Try these easy pumpkin recipes for delicious and nutritious treats. Read full post »
Related topics: Food and Drink, Holidays, Veggies
Seven frightfully fun costumes made from recycled materials

By Brian Clark Howard Posted Thu Oct 1, 2009 10:02am PDT for daily_green_news 30 Comments

These creative Halloween costumes reuse stuff from around the house. Read full post »
Related topics: Holidays, Recycling, Kids, Reusing stuff