Sunday, September 1, 2013

beach chairs surfboards umbrellas sand ocean reusable water bottle

beach chairs surfboards umbrellas sand ocean reusable water bottles from Zazzle.com: A Florida beach scene featuring a blue sky, ocean waves, beach sand, a colorful umbrella, colorful beach chairs, and two surfboards. This version Has the word Florida written in the sand. Great beach design for any seashore fan!� Susan L marsh

Monday, July 8, 2013

orange recycle mug from Zazzle.com


love orange?? love the planet?? show people around the office you can do both!!!
orange recycle mug from Zazzle.com: orange recycle
this great recycling symbol is perfect to show everyone how much you love to recycle and save the planet.

Monday, July 1, 2013

bio diesel tote bag from Zazzle.com

bio diesel tote bag
bio diesel tote bag by shopaholicchick
Check out Go green Bags online at zazzle

this great bag is perfect, if your car runs on biodiesel what a better bag to keep in the trunk to help keep you organized - all those extras you keep in the car, the emergency road kit, jumper cables - will all fit and stay neat and organized in this great bag!!
bio diesel tote bag from Zazzle.com: bio diesel
i run on bio diesel - GO GREEN

Monday, June 24, 2013

Carbon Footprint Coffee Mug from Zazzle.com


ehelp lower your carbon footprint by reusing your ceramic coffee mug instead of using a one time use cup. not only is it better for the planet it has a nice handle so you don't burn your hand!!!Carbon Footprint Coffee Mug from Zazzle.com: Which is your Carbon Footprint?
Which is your Carbon Footprint? featuring the earth made up of thousands of tiny little foot prints.

Monday, June 17, 2013

turtle mugs from Zazzle.com

Drink lots of coffee on the go?? then you need this great to go mug!! it is white metal with a handle and narrows at the bottom for easy cup holder usage!!


turtle mugs from Zazzle.com: turtle
Litter make me bitter, please don't trash my home. This great little animal is begging you to please keep the planet clean, you are not the only one who lives here.

Monday, June 10, 2013

It's Easy Going Green Planet Surrenders 2 Coffee Mug from Zazzle.com


show the planet you are not giving up by refusing to use disposable coffee mugs - this great one is refillable - thermal - metal - and has a lid - perfect to drink on that trip to work....It's Easy Going Green Planet Surrenders 2 Coffee Mug from Zazzle.com: It's Easy Going Green Planet Surrenders 2
Save the planet. It is easy going green no matter where you live there is something you can do to help save the planet. Mother nature will thank you.

Friday, June 7, 2013

Round pepper seal green red canvas bag from Zazzle.com


A great bag featuring a round seal with peppers, perfect for groceries if you want to stop the plastic bag pollution! Also would work well for garden tools, plant books, toys, or anything you need to carry in a pepper themed bag!

Monday, June 3, 2013

gone green solar coffee mug from Zazzle.com


this great mug with a sun on it is perfect to promote your solar company!!! add your company logo to the mug and give it out to clients or perspective clients!! gone green solar coffee mug from Zazzle.com: gone green gone solar!

Monday, May 27, 2013

Blue Recycle Mug from Zazzle.com

Blue Recycle Mug
Blue Recycle Mug by shopaholicchick
Create one-of-a-kind personalized cups from zazzle.com.

a super sized coffee mug for a super size earth lover!!!Blue Recycle Mug from Zazzle.com: Blue Recycle
the blue recycle symbol is made of thousands of tiny footprints to say that recycling takes everyone.

Monday, May 20, 2013

It's Easy Going Green Recycle Symbol 2 Mug from Zazzle.com


what about a nice clear tea cup for your morning tea? better than paper or styrofoam which can leave your tea with a funky taste!! It's Easy Going Green Recycle Symbol 2 Mug from Zazzle.com: It's Easy Going Green Recycle Symbol 2
Save the planet. It is easy going green no matter where you live there is something you can do to help save the planet. Mother nature will thank you.

Friday, May 17, 2013

Tree giraffe green pattern eco design American Made T-Shirt - White | Susan's Zoo Crew

Tree giraffe green pattern eco design American Made T-Shirt - White | Susan's Zoo Crew: Tree giraffe green pattern eco design Great fun tree design! Celebrate your favorite nature or ecology love with this awesome green graphic themed design! Enjoy the comfort and durability of this 100% cotton t-shirt Born in the U.S.A. 5.4 oz., pre-shrunk 100% cotton. Heather Grey is a cotton/poly blend. Double-needle stitching throughout. Tagless label. Seamless collar. Shoulder-to-Shoulder taping. Made in America. American Made T-Shirt - White.

Monday, May 13, 2013

live green trees bags from Zazzle.com

live green trees bags
live green trees bags by shopaholicchick
View Go green Bags online at zazzle

this great olive green accented bag is perfect to show everyone you live green - use it when grocery shopping - or clothes shopping!!! it is much easier to carry this around the mall over your shoulder than it is to carry those plastic bags in your hands!! plus now your hands are free for more shopping!!!live green trees bags from Zazzle.com: live green trees
Live green with this great go green inspired design! If you want to tell everyone being green is the only way to live then this great gift is perfect for you!

Friday, May 10, 2013

Pepper plant with rake graphic Forest Green Handle Tote Bag | Susan's Zoo Crew

Pepper plant with rake graphic Forest Green Handle Tote Bag | Susan's Zoo Crew: Pepper plant with rake graphic. Great pepper design. Celebrate your favorite spice with this awesome hot pepper design! Forest Green Handle Tote Bag.
Pepper plant with rake graphic Forest Green Handle Tote Bag | Susan's Zoo Crew: Pepper plant with rake graphic. Great pepper design. Celebrate your favorite spice with this awesome hot pepper design! Forest Green Handle Tote Bag.

Monday, May 6, 2013

recycle for the trees mug from Zazzle.com

it takes all types to recycle and save the trees - put down that paper coffee cup and grab youself a ceramic reusable one!!
recycle for the trees mug from Zazzle.com: recycle for the trees
this great recycling symbol is perfect to show everyone how much you love to recycle and save the planet.

Friday, May 3, 2013

Bonsai Still Live Graphic Image Bag

Bonsai Still Live Graphic Image Bags from Zazzle.com: This Zazzle Seller's special "growing" and "bonsai design" custom tote represents just a tiny fraction of the countless custom products that can be bought on at Zazzle. Displayed in the designer's Bonsai Still Live Graphic Image shop section, this delightful customizable tote, appropriately labeled the “bonsai still live graphic image bag”, is an exceptional example of the bonsai still live graphic image designs in the marketplace. Use this great bag while carrying your gardening tools around to take care of those earth saving plants!

Monday, April 29, 2013

It's Easy Going Green Flowery Globe Coffee Mugs from Zazzle.com


It is easy going green just switch from paper or Styrofoam to a reusable coffee mug for your morning coffee!!

It's Easy Going Green Flowery Globe Coffee Mugs from Zazzle.com: It's Easy Going Green Flowery Globe
Save the planet. It is easy going green no matter where you live there is something you can do to help save the planet. Mother nature will thank you.

Monday, April 15, 2013

Tree Hugger Dog Tote Bag from Zazzle.com


paper is better for the planet than plastic but cloth is better than both!! and many grocery stores will even give you a discount on your purchase for using cloth bags!!!Tree Hugger Dog Tote Bag from Zazzle.com: Tree Hugger Dog
This little tree hugging dog really loves his tree as he barks It's My Tree!

Saturday, April 13, 2013

Starting a Garden

This is the perfect time to start a garden, you can begin it indoors so the last of the chill does not get it - and you can get going with just a packet of seeds and some stuff you have lying around the house!!!

items you can use are plastic berry containers, plastic food containers, toilet paper or paper towel tubes...

you can plant your veggies in the containers, and i f you want to be able to replant them easily use the paper tubes to separate the seeds so the roots will stay separate...then you can plant them just like that into the ground (a little further apart) later on once they begin to sprout!!!

just remember when you water to keep a flat pan under the containers to catch the extra water....the foam that comes under met - once thoroughly washed works well for this!!!

Monday, April 8, 2013

It's Easy Going Green Windturbines 2 Mug from Zazzle.com


save the planet the easy way - by using a ceramic coffee mug = less tree killed for paper and less landfill waste than styrofoam...It's Easy Going Green Windturbines 2 Mug from Zazzle.com: It's Easy Going Green Windturbines 2
Save the planet. It is easy going green no matter where you live there is something you can do to help save the planet. Mother nature will thank you.

Saturday, April 6, 2013

plastic bottles become planters

did you know that you can recycle your plastic water and soda bottles and planters? You can with very little effort. You can even make some pretty with just a little paint may be some glitter and some other fun little craft items.

First collector water bottles soda bottles and other plastic containers. Then you'll need a good sharp pair of scissors or a knife in order to cut them. Some models will be easier to type because the plastic is thinner. Step one is to cut the bottle in half. You can do this in a straight line or if you want to make it fancier you could do it in a wavy line or a zigzag line. You may then want to take a file and file down the edges a little I found that a rough nail file works well for this. Depending on your plans you may need to place holes in the bottom of your new pot you have created in order for excess water to drain. This can be done by using a pin or needle. if the plastic as a thicker plastic you may need to heat the pin or needle with a lighter. In some cases you may want to use a sharp knife and place small triangle shaped holes in order for enough water to drain.

You can then decorate the outside of your water bottle pots. You can use glue and glitter you can use paint you could use a little pom-poms or anything else you would like to decorate the outside of your pot.

You can use the top half of the bottle by gluing it to something else which will allow it to stand up and look like a wine glass. The easiest and most inexpensive item I have found to use would be an old CD or DVD. Many of us have these old disks lying around and do not use them anymore. Again you can decorate them just as you would the rest of the pot.

Monday, April 1, 2013

raccoon canvas bags from Zazzle.com

raccoon canvas bags
raccoon canvas bags by shopaholicchick
Look at Litter makes me bitter Bags online at Zazzle.com

use this great bag to help keep trash off the street - inluding all those grocery bags just by taking it food shopping with you!!

raccoon canvas bags from Zazzle.com: raccoon
Litter make me bitter, please don't trash my home. This great little animal is begging you to please keep the planet clean, you are not the only one who lives here.

Saturday, March 30, 2013

Working with what nature gives you, my issues :)

 One part of being eco-friendly is learning how to work with what mother nature has given you. In my case, mother nature has given me a lot of sun for several months of the year. So much sun in fact that growing vegetables for my own use has become very tricky in the hotter month's of summer. This year I have decided to try and set up a shade structure!

One other consideration is that in my area mother nature has also given us random hurricanes, so anything I put up either needs to be able to withstand a storm or needs to come down quickly.

After much research, I have decided that this year I am going to build a shaped cage using PVC pipe and fittings as well as some shade cloth that I used to use over a poultry pen. The plan is to make what basically looks like a giant box kite on its side, sew the edges of the shade cloth over the pipes, and use wire to wire the pipes to existing cement blocks holding up the garden Pallets. the total cost of the structure not including if I had to buy shade cloth again looks to run about $75. We will soon see if this is successful in keeping my pepper plants from burning up in the hot Florida sun!

Friday, March 29, 2013

Two ladybugs on green leaf stem eco design on a pet bowl

Two ladybugs on green leaf stem eco design.png from Zazzle.com: Two ladybugs on green leaf stem eco design
Great fun green design! Let your pet Celebrate your favorite planet with this awesome ecology eco themed design!

Monday, March 25, 2013

Tree Hugger Bag from Zazzle.com

Tree Hugger Bag
Tree Hugger Bag by shopaholicchick
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hug a tree today and help save the planet - get a reusable tote today - they also make it easier for you to carry since you can fit more in them it is less trips to the car to bring in the groceries!!!Tree Hugger Bag from Zazzle.com: Tree Hugger
This little boy is hugging a tree. show everyone you are a tree hugger and you love the planet!

Saturday, March 23, 2013

Go powerless


will actually generate their own power?  there are Did you know that some types of exercise equipment some great exercise bikes, rowing machines and more that the power used to run the monitors and screens is actually generated by your use of the machine!!  in some cases you can even hook them externally to a light and your exercise can power the light to light the workout room!!!  You can also purchase rechargeable batteries that can be powered by your workout - which can be used to sustain power on other appliances.  If you plan to exercise anyways why not get some good use out of all that energy you are burning off!

Friday, March 22, 2013

Saturday, March 16, 2013

uses for old newspapers

There are plenty of ways to get rid of old newspapers...other than just sending them to recycling

  • you can cut them into strips and use them for paper mache - the easiest thing to make is a bank  you need 
    • 1 bottle of elmers white glue, 
    • 1-2 cups water, 
    • a large bowl with a lid, or large coffee can with lid, 
    • several sheets of newspaper cut into roughly 1 inch wide strips 6-8 inches long - do NOT use plastic or shiny feeling ads
    • several sheets of paper (8-10 sheets thick) to cover the table or floor where you are working
    • 1 large round baloon
    • 5 bathroom cups (paper or plastic)
    • tape
    • scissor or knife
    • pink streamers, tissue paper or glue (of the color you want your piggy)
      • cover the counter table or floor where working make sure it is nice and thick with paper
      • blow up the balloon
      • tape 1 bathroom cup over the knot of the balloon as a snout and 4 on the bottom to make legs
      • mix 1 bottle of glue with water in large bowl 1 part glue 2 parts water
      • dip paper strips into the glue mix covering it thouroughly
      • use finger to gently run along paper to get off excess then apply flat over the pig
      • cover the entire pig in random order all over the pig being sure to overlap the strips in various directions - cover the balloon and the cups make sure the cups retain thier look so they look like legs
      • when pig is covered place lid on glue mix and leave the pig to dry overnight
      • once totally dry carefully pull it off the paper - it is ok if it sticks some
      • repeat the same steps as yesterday covering the entire pig in another coat (using colored parts of the paper one day and black and what the next helps to see what needs another coat)
      • cover the glue mix and allow to dry overnight again
      • cover the last day with your color paper or paint the pig
      • allow to dry then using scissor or knife cut hole in top of pig to insert money - this will pop the balloon
  • Donate them to a local animal shelter to help train puppies or line bird cages (if they need them)
  • Donate them to a local school for rt projects if they need them
  • After reading drop it off to a local senior center so they can read it or use it for crafts projects

Friday, March 15, 2013

Blue drop, white bamboo, blue text hydroponics shirt

Blue drop, white bamboo, blue text hydroponics shirts from Zazzle.com: A hydroponic design featuring a blue waterdrop , a white bamboo type plant, and the word hydroponics in blue lettering underneath. Great for anyone involved with hydroponic growing!

Monday, March 11, 2013

doggie bag from Zazzle.com


plastic bags make waste that is often littering the streets - so stop using them!! help clean the planet by using reusable cloth bags.doggie bag from Zazzle.com: doggie
Litter make me bitter, please don't trash my home. This great little animal is begging you to please keep the planet clean, you are not the only one who lives here.

Sunday, March 10, 2013

reusing plastic soda or water bottles

There are a lot of great things you can do with used plastic water or soda bottles, other than refilling and reusing them.
  • fill them with water and put in the freezer before a big store - fill all you can fit in there - then when the power goes out your freezer will stay frozen much longer and you can use some to keep the fridge cold - they last much longer than small ice cubes up to 3-4 days if you keep the freezer/fridge/cooler closed!!!
  • cut one in half and use the bottom to plant herbs on the window sill
  • got flies in the house?  cut one in half in the bottom mix sugar and water then remove the cap and invert the top making sure there is space between the top of the bottle and the sugar water - flies will fly in but not back out
  • fill with sand and use as a door stop during a BBQ to keep the door open

Saturday, March 9, 2013

two abstract trees left corner eco design Newborn Bib - White | Susan's Zoo Crew

two abstract trees left corner eco design Newborn Bib - White | Susan's Zoo Crew

two abstract trees left corner eco design Great fun tree design! Celebrate your favorite nature or ecology love with this awesome green graphic themed design!

Thursday, March 7, 2013

nerd girl - Occupation Shop - Skreened T-shirts, Organic Shirts, Hoodies, Kids Tees, Baby One-Pieces and Tote Bags Custom T-Shirts, Organic Shirts, Hoodies, Novelty Gifts, Kids Apparel, Baby One-Pieces | Skreened - Ethical Custom Apparel


nerd girl - Occupation Shop - Skreened T-shirts, Organic Shirts, Hoodies, Kids Tees, Baby One-Pieces and Tote Bags Custom T-Shirts, Organic Shirts, Hoodies, Novelty Gifts, Kids Apparel, Baby One-Pieces | Skreened - Ethical Custom Apparel: Description: If you know what you really want to be when you grow up, or you really love your profession then a great design from my occupation shop is perfect for you. each image comes in a variety of colors and skin tones so you can find one that is perfect for you. This great design is perfect for the working man or woman...or the boy or girl with big dreams!!v

Monday, March 4, 2013

Tree Hugger Tote Bag from Zazzle.com

Tree Hugger Tote Bag
Tree Hugger Tote Bag by shopaholicchick
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using a reusable tote is a great way to save the planet - it is even better when that tote is organic!!

Tree Hugger Tote Bag from Zazzle.com: Tree Hugger
Have you Hugged a Tree Today
This cute little guy is hugging his tree have you hugged a tree today?

Saturday, March 2, 2013

Reusing old books

If you have a stack of old books, that no one will be using or needing, and the library does not want them, they can still have a new life!!

There are some books that even the library will not want need or take use as out of date text books from classrooms.  That does not mean these books are worthless.

Here are some great new fun ways to use old books:
  • A stack of books can be used to make a lamp – you will need a stack of books, a drill, and a lamp kit with hard center tube.  First stack your books to determine the order you want them in then start with the top 2 books, clamp them together well then slowly drill through them in the center to make a hole through the middle  when you are through the books slide in the tube then use the tube to mark the next book – clamp the next 2 books together and drill through them – and repeat this sliding them onto the tube  until all the books are on the tube, then complete the lamp per the directions.

  • Hard bound books can make a neat end table or side table.  1st pick a good stack of sturdy hard cover books.  Stack them up so that they are stable then take each book and glue the pages shut.  I find an easy way to do this is to take elmers white glue and mix it 2 parts glue to 1 part water in a plastic cup, then with an old paintbrush paint heavily the edges of the pages all the way around gluing all the pages together and gluing them to the covers. You will want to place something heavy on them to make sure the pages stay flat as they dry hard with the glue.  Then, once all the books and dried like giant blocks, using a more heavy duty glue like E6000 glue the books to each other in a stack in the order and style you like.  You can rotate each slightly, or stack them random or by size.  It is up to you.  Top it with a mirror, glass or Plexiglas square or round to make a table top.  If you are concerned with it tipping off you can glue this on also!

  • Got a book cover that fell off a book?  Well drill a small hole in the middle and buy a clock kit.  You can get small numbers at the craft store (where you can also get the clock kit) and turn it into a neat clock!!  Some clock kits even come with the numbers.  Perfect for your home library!!

Two ladybugs on green leaf stem eco design Newborn Bib - White | Susan's Zoo Crew

Two ladybugs on green leaf stem eco design Newborn Bib - White | Susan's Zoo Crew: Two ladybugs on green leaf stem eco design Great fun tree design! Celebrate your favorite nature or ecology love with this awesome green graphic themed design! Our newborn infant bibs are smaller than our regular infant bibs these make the perfect gifts for newborn babies. Infant Bib 100% Cotton

Monday, February 25, 2013

green recycle mugs from Zazzle.com

green recycle mugs
green recycle mugs by shopaholicchick
Put your logo on mug online at zazzle.com

saving the planet can be as simple as using a refillable coffee mug - most stores will even give you a discount if you bring your own cup in for a fill!green recycle mugs from Zazzle.com: green recycle
this great recycling symbol is perfect to show everyone how much you love to recycle and save the planet.

pink recycle symbol mugs from Zazzle.com


Don't waste resources with those Styrofoam or paper hot drink cups in your office, bring yourself a great mug into work - you can even add your name to this one so everyone knows it is yours!!
pink recycle symbol mugs from Zazzle.com: pink recycle symbol
this great recycling symbol is perfect to show everyone how much you love to recycle and save the planet.