((EDIT: Hello! It’s Meredith, dropping in to say that there might be products and recipes on this page that I no longer use or recommend due to sneaky ingredients that may be unhealthy or potentially toxic. Companies change their ingredients and formulas, so for the most up-to-date information, please feel free to send me a message on Twitter, Instagram or email. You may also want … Continue reading Meredith Tested: 5 Easy DIY Skincare Recipes
Spring cleaning? Try Spring sprucing, too! I like to shake off the cold, icicle cobwebs of Winter by throwing open the windows and cleaning everything but also by sprucing up my living spaces. No need to move all of your furniture (unless you’re looking for an, uh, unique workout). Add some interest to your walls with a print, yo! Vegetable Chart, $20 Cartwheel Girl & … Continue reading Affordable #MadeinUSA Wall Art to Spruce Up Your Space
I was tagged by Amy from Disguised By Zebras to complete a quick questionnaire about “Going Green.” Here are my answers – hope you enjoy! 1. What started it all off for you? I’ve always had a lot of passion for the environment thanks to my environmentalist parents, but like several other bloggers answering this tag, most of my big changes started with food. I … Continue reading The “Going Green” Tag
Hey, hey! It’s Friday! Let’s welcome the weekend by checking out some cool stuff: Just came across this lovely e-commerce site Moorea Seal. Everything’s made in America and they support charities with every order. I’m sold. A few examples of their wares: Good advice on Navigating the Eco-Fashion World Our Own Worst Enemy: When women keep women from leading Apparently bike lanes are not a … Continue reading Friday Finds: 2/21/2014
Being a mindful and conscious consumer can be hard sometimes. There are incredible, affordable options out there for everything from shampoo to t-shirts that align with my beliefs (ethically made, useful, non-toxic) but I sometimes find myself lusting after gorgeous brand-name grocery items/purses/lipsticks/yoga pants. I might get pretty far down the road towards purchase or consumption before I “catch” myself and am reminded think more … Continue reading Short-Term Diet or Long-Term Lifestyle Change?
Happy weekend, everyone! Ever have a weekend that’s busier than your week? Yeah, that’s annoying and I try to avoid that situation at all costs. Here are some things I’ve been reading/watching/laughing at this week: I feel about a million miles away from New York Fashion Week but I still enjoyed this free set of emojis from Harper’s Bazaar My family loves Patagonia gear and … Continue reading Friday (Er, Sunday) Finds 2/14/2014
Single or attached, married or unmarried, young or old – Can we all agree it’s fun to celebrate love and sweetness on Valentine’s Day? You may not be on board, I get it. It might be a bit more complicated and layered once you start to think about this holiday. Feelings can get hurt if expectations don’t match reality. It may or may not just … Continue reading 3 Ways to Actually Enjoy Valentine’s Day
I love watching makeup, skincare and general beauty tutorials on YouTube. Techniques and products can really spring to life through videos, IMHO. Here are my top 5 favorite makeup tutorials for anyone interested in non-toxic, natural, eco-friendly and organic makeup. Bonus: One of my favorite makeup YouTubers is Annie Jaffrey – she seems so sweet, right? She recently started exploring the world of organic, non-toxic … Continue reading Top 5 Non-Toxic Beauty Videos
*Hi friends, just a heads up that this post contains affiliate links. Affiliate links are indicated with an asterisk. 2016 EDIT: My major sources of American-made/ethical/eco-friendly fashion are now: eBay* and thredUp ($20 off your first order if you sign up here*)! Not everything you’ll find was originally made in America, but by buying secondhand (often in like-new condition), you won’t be contributing to the waste … Continue reading Meredith Tested: My Top 4 Sources for Made in America Women’s Clothing
It’s Friday again! This week positively flew by for me. Perhaps that’s because I started a Whole30 on Monday (more on that later, I promise! This is my 3rd one so suffice it to say that I’m hooked.) Coffee drinkers, unite! Seriously, look at this image straight on. Haha! (Source) Perhaps it’s because I lived in Seattle but I love the idea that huge throngs … Continue reading Friday Finds: 2/7/2014
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