6 Easy Tips to Green Your 4th of July!
Summer veggies, Shutterstock 1. Go Meatless for the Day Nothing says 4th of July like a backyard barbecue but the global meat industry has put a terrible strain on the planet. So this year, why not
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6 Last Minute Activities for an Unforgettable Father’s Day!
1. COOK DAD A MEAL Even though your dad may seem like a superhero, he still needs to eat. So skip the drugstore socks and visit your local farmers' market where you can stock up on exactly what you need
6 Great Green Father’s Day Gifts Under $30 that Kids Can Afford to Give Dad
So far we've rounded up 11 fantastic gifts for Father's Day 2012 - but what about gifts for dads from tiny tots? Never fear, for we've rounded up 5 fun kid-friendly DIY projects for Father's Day and 6
Four Stylish Green Grills for a Sustainable Memorial Day Weekend!
Like many Americans, you may be lighting up the barbecue this holiday weekend — but if you want to set yourself apart from the bands of boring black grills, take a cue from our guide to stylish green
5 Easy and Environmentally-Friendly Last Minute Mother’s Day Gifts
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! We applaud all of you devoted sons and daughters who diligently planned what they would be doing for their moms in advance. But what about the rest of us procrastinators? Don't panic!
10 Awesome Eco-Activities to Do This Earth Day
Happy Hikers, Shutterstock 1. Take a Hike There is no better way to get back in touch with the Earth's rhythms than to actually go outdoors and experience its many wonders. This Earth Day, why not take
The History of Earth Day: When and Why This Celebration Came to Be
As Earth Day approaches this Sunday, many of us will contemplate our concerns over climate change, environmental destruction or dangers to our food supply, but do you know how this holiday first came to
7 Ways to Revel in an Eco-Friendly Mardi Gras
Recycle your Beads Mardi Gras 'throws,' the trinkets thrown by Krewe members from floats to parade goers, have a pretty rich history. Modern throws however, are largely made up of cheap plastic strings
8 Green Valentines for the Architects and Designers We Love!
Mike's Design Crush: Michelle Kaufmann Ever since Inhabitat first met Michelle Kaufmann back in 2007, we've had a huge crush on her groundbreaking brand of sustainable design - she proved that green
DIY: Six Homemade Sweet Treats for Your Valentine
Heart Shaped Toaster Pastries Kids and adults will love to sit down to these homemade heart shaped toaster pastries to start off their Valentine’s Day. Just cut 2 hearts out of a rolled out, organic,
Gingerbreadtron: A Gingerbread House That Transforms into a Candy Robot!
We've seen some pretty epic gingerbread houses this holiday season but this Transformer Gingerbread House, aptly called Gingerbreadtron, really takes the cake. The crazy candy-clad house slowly
Wrapping Paper and Holiday Cards from The UK Could Send a Bus to the Moon 20 Times
According to a study by the Imperial College of London (ICL), if all the used wrapping paper and holiday cards in the United Kingdom were gathered and fermented, they could create enough biofuel to run a
Happy Holidays from the Inhabitat Team!
Jill Fehrenbacher, Editor-in-Chief This year I'm spending the holidays with my family in NYC. We don't enjoy the hustle and bustle of holiday travel, so we're laying low in our apartment, baking,
DIY: How to Make a Terrarium Christmas Ornament!
MATERIALS: - Moss, plants and/or twigs small enough to fit into your terrarium ornament - Some soil - Tweezers - Reusable glass ornament orb - A ribbon (we used one from an old gift box - A chain or
Last Minute Green Holiday Gift Guide: DIY Gifts, Gifts of Time and More!
With Hanukkah currently taking place and Christmas eve just one night away, we're officially down to the gift giving wire! If you haven't had much time to chip away at your holiday list, or have simply
GE Scientists Create 3D Printed Christmas Tree Ornaments!
Scientists at GE Global Research lab are getting into the holiday spirit with a slew of fun Christmas-themed experiments - from designing a state of the art sleigh for Santa to creating a brand new
Top 10 Deliciously Modern Gingerbread Houses
GINGERBREAD GEODESIC DOME HOUSE There is no doubt that this amazing gingerbread geodesic dome would make Buckminster Fuller proud. The super tasty abode was created by the designers over at Scout
Surfers Against Sewage Upcycle Water Bottles Into a Christmas Tree
Surfers Against Sewage have staged a sculptural protest against beach littering by upcycling Mountain Dew bottles into this awesome Christmas tree. The team took 55 bottles found strewn along the beach to
Woman Makes Harry Potter House Out of Gingerbread!
We've seen some pretty rad DIY gingerbread houses this holiday season -- from brownstones to geodesic domes to alpine cabins -- but if you're a Harry Potter fan, we've just found the edible house for you.
HOW TO: Make Personalized Photo Pillows for Your Friends and Family
MATERIALS: - An old pillowcase or t-shirt - An iron-on transfer paper sheet (your can buy a whole pack for $34 or just a few pieces for $6 ) - Some old clothes or fabric to use as stuffing for your
This Edible Gingerbread Star Wars AT-AT Will Go Down With a Glass of Milk
For the holiday season, Blackmarket Bakery owner Rachel Klemek made this -- dare we say it -- adorable AT-AT from gingerbread. In Klemek's depiction of the infamous Battle of Hoth, the Star Wars assault
10 Awesome Green Gadget Gifts for 2011
If you've got a tech geek on your list this holiday season, but are having trouble figuring out what the latest and greatest gadgets are these days, then look no further because we've go you've covered!
Jack Daniel’s Whiskey Barrel Christmas Tree is the Booziest One This Side of the Mississippi
Standing at 26 ft tall, the tree is made almost entirely of Jack Daniel's barrels stacked atop one another in layers. The 2011 tree is the first one of its kind, but we think it would be wonderful if the
Inhabitat Green Holiday Gift Guide: Handmade Gifts
Whether you make a gift yourself or purchase someone else's handiwork, handcrafted items always make for more meaningful presents than something that rolled off an assembly line. From coasters cleverly
HOW TO: Choose a Living Christmas Tree for a Green Holiday Season
Purchase a Tree from a Nursery Nurseries in most parts of the country sell young pines and fir trees, and the best way to find a tree is to call around to local nurseries and ask what's in
Eye-Opening Info-graphic Illustrates How Much We Waste Each Holiday Season
While it's fine to indulge in holiday food and festivities, we should also be conscious of the impact our activities have on the planet. Studies reveal that waste in the US increases by a shocking 25%
HOW TO: Make a Furoshiki Gift Wrap Satchel Out of an Old Shirt
MATERIALS: - A long sleeved shirt. The thinner the shirt, the easier it will be to turn it into a satchel. - A gift to wrap (one that will fit in the center of your shirt with at least 6 inches or so to
Inhabitat Green Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Tots
Dreaming of a green Christmas for your tot? The holiday season is a perfect opportunity to teach kids about sustainability with eco-friendly toys that preserve their health and the integrity of the
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