Okay, it could be any color you want it to be – I mean “green” as in “eco-friendly” not the actual color!

Photo Courtesy of Paper Source

Check out this sweet how-to from Paper Source – Recycled Origami Hearts show your love for the planet for Earth Day, make some for your mom for Mother’s Day (Dads, help your kids make some for Mom!!!) or make some for your Sweetheart! Brighten someone’s day with this spectacularly easy recycled gift. Below is a picture of one I made using a paper bag – it took less than a minute to make!

I made this heart!

Personalize these little hearts any way you want! Make a love note into an origami …read more

Earth Day is less than 10 days away so I thought I might put my first post for Earth Day 2010 up!

Although Earth Day is one of those holidays that isn’t really considered a gift giving holiday but more a chance to examine how we contribute to the health or harm of our planet and then effecting some change, there is no reason that you can’t give a gift that will not only help effect a healthier change for the Earth but also be practical and appreciated. And, come on, can’t you imagine how tickled your friend or close family member would be to receive a present out of the blue for Earth Day?

This gift is both inexpensive (under $10!) and practical. Almost anyone will be able to use and appreciate this gift, regardless of age or gender, and it …read more

Artwork by Matthew Gauvin – www.matthewgauvin.com

Earth Day will be here before you know it (April 22) and, although this isn’t a real gift giving holiday, I would like to blog about some products that are environmentally friendly and may make a good gift or be something that you, as a reader, are interested in for yourself. Either way, being conscious of our impact on the environment and taking steps to minimize negative consequences from our actions (or inaction) is very important. Even small changes add up so read on for tips and ideas that may just make the perfect gift!

I forget where I originally saw this but the minute I did I knew it would show up in an Earth Day blog.

ecobutton – Available Here!
This handy button just takes one click to put your computer into a …read more