Still shivering away these wintry days? Well this will surely warm you up! Ecouterre is teaming up with Indigenous to give away an emerald loop scarf AND silver button cuff gloves to TWO lucky readers. Hand knit by Peruivan women artisans from 100 percent organic cotton treated with low-impact dyes, this fair-trade set will go perfectly with your winter wardrobe. Swing over to Ecouterre and enter to win now!
The European Photovoltaic Industry Association just announced that the world’s combined solar power capacity has surpassed 100 gigawatts to hit a new high, topping out at 101 gigawatts! The news shows that renewable energy is definitely on the rise – especially considering that the record for wind power capacity was also broken in 2012
Looking for the right way to tell your special someone what you really think of them? Forget the store-bought Valentine’s Day cards and stationary, and make your own DIY V-Day card. Nothing says “I love you” like a personalized, hand-made card. Need a bit of inspiration for how to get started? From paint chip bookmarks to thumbprint hearts, check out these six adorable DIY Valentine’s Day cards over at Inhabitots.
This year, Chinese New Year falls on Sunday, February 10th. We say goodbye to the dragon and welcome the year of the snake. There are magnificent parades, dancing in the streets, dragon costumes all around, and the entire continent of Asia is in celebration. But what is Chinese New Year all about? This momentous occasion marks the beginning of spring in the Lunar calendar, a time for new beginnings and renewal. To ring in this new year, why not make some feng shui adjustments to bring some balance to your home? Feng shui is an Asian art of placement — or as I like to say, the original “green design”. Through observing and shifting the built environment, feng shui teaches us how to live in harmony with nature. Keep reading to learn more.
Want a head-turning piece that really expresses you personality? We’ve teamed up with Constrvct to give one lucky reader a fabulous made-to-order dress printed with an image of their choice (worth $350). While you may think you’ve seen this style before, don’t mistake this dress for one of those cheap screen-printed wares that fade after a single wash. To ensure a lasting print, Constrvct only uses U.S.-sourced double-knit organic cotton jersey and industrial digital textile inks to create its vibrant, photo-quality prints, which are then professionally stitched together in a garment facility in New York City.
The average person sleeps around eight hours a night — which amounts to a third of your life spent in bed. But despite the amount of time that we find ourselves tucked under our covers, most of us don’t give much thought to the place we plant our bodies when night falls (or when a nap calls). While it’s well-known that getting enough sleep is vital to our health and our ability to function effectively, many of us don’t consider the fact that the quality of sleep we get also plays an important role. One way to improve your night’s sleep is to invest in a high-quality 100% natural mattress. One of our favorites here at Inhabitat is by Coco-Mat, a family-owned, eco-minded company producing sustainable beds designed for the deepest of slumbers. Each of their beds is made from multiple layers of natural materials that provide optimal, elastic support to the human body, without the use of metal springs. The eco-friendly company only utilizes natural materials from renewable sources, such as coco fiber, natural rubber, wool, cotton, sea weed, horsehair, silk, linen, wood and goose down (read: no toxic chemicals or retardants). Established in 1989, Coco-Mat has developed a global following – and they recently set up shop right in the heart of New York City!
Turn up the heat this Valentine’s Day by creating a little climate change of your own with some sexy sustainable lingerie. We’ve rounded up 14 of our favorite eco-underthings, each one sure to get your windows steaming. From a silky traffic-stopping negligee to a coquettish corset, we’ve got just what you need for a Valentine’s Day (and night) to remember!
Whether headed cross-country or just around the corner to a friend’s house, the Lotus Travel Crib and Portable Play Yard is perfect for any growing family constantly on the go. We’ve teamed up with Guava Family to give one lucky reader a Lotus Crib (worth $200) for free! This innovative crib is lightweight and can be broken down or set up in less than 15 seconds, and fits into an easy-to-carry backpack for quick getaways and roadtrips. When set up to be a play yard, the nifty side screen slot allows the baby to crawl in and out to play. Adding to its sleek and modern design, the Lotus Crib is also non-toxic and free of phthalates, lead, PBE and PBDE flame retardants. Enter to win it now!
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