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This week’s prize is doubly exciting for us: it’s 100% eco-friendly and comes from a local Virginia business (just up the road from Richmond in Culpeper, VA). Green Nest‘s got such a broad smorgasbord of kind-to-the-earth gifts that we’re psyched that this week’s winner will score such stylish loot. There’s a lot to cover, so let’s get to it.
First off, the winner gets their choice of any 3 x 5 or 4 x 6 Fab Habitat recycled rug (woven from recycled polypropylene straws). Here’s a sampling of some of 50+ designs you get to pick from.
Then there’s a soy candle that comes in a decorative silk-screen glass. There are 19 designs to choose from and after the 90 hours of candle burning time you can reuse the glass (and even drink out of it).
But you won’t necessarily need that glass for drinking because the prize pack includes your choice of recycled soda/beer bottle tumbler set (you know I’m jealous of whoever wins this one since I failed miserably at my own DIY attempt). There are four in a set and 5 styles to choose from.
Last but not least, a green prize pack wouldn’t be complete without a little greenery. The winner can choose two of these Garden-in-a-Bag kits for growing some herbs without even having to get your hands dirty.
So that’s the prize. Stay tuned for a discount on Thursday, but for now let’s get to the entry details:
- PRIZE: A green prize pack as described above from Green Nest.
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “GREEN ME” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: …let’s use this a chance to share some eco-friendly tips. Have you started taking any extra steps to be green lately? Or do you have an especially easy tip to share with everyone? Or, as we witnessed in Ithaca, have you seen any especially green locations recently?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, September 22nd at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: The Lower 48 United States
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck…
Note: We weren’t paid or perk’d for hosting this giveaway, we just take them on to reward our lovely readers! See our Giveaway FAQs page for more info. Pics from Green Nest.
Clare says
GREEN ME! I love my new 2 in 1 kitchen garbage can by Simple human. 1 side for garbage, the other for recycling. No more paper bags sitting on my kitchen floor collecting plastic and galss :)
Jon says
Green me! We do the compost thing, and I re-use plastic & glass jars for storing hardware in my shed.
Alia Truex says
GREEN ME!
With a 13 month old I am constantly cleaning messes, so I started making my own all purpose cleaner!
Michelle says
GREEN ME!
We no longer buy bottled water, we drink the filtered water from our refrigerator. We also use reusable shopping bags for grocery shopping. I walk to work…I am lucky enough to live 4 short blocks form the school where I teach. I try to teach my students to be environmentally responsible (conserving paper, recycling, using less water, etc.)
Erin says
GREEN ME!
I recently spent a month in Seoul, South Korea, and the ENTIRE country recycles! Since the county is a small peninsula and is forced to recycle so as not to fill precious land space with trash, they have a pretty intricate recycling system. It’s amazing!
Meredith says
green me!!!! I ride my bike (with a milk crate on the back) to work every day, the grocery store and pretty much anywhere within a 5 mile radius.
Sarah says
GREEN ME!
Ithaca is my hometown! Loved your post and as you can imagine, I’ve been big on recycling from an early age.
sara jane says
GREEN ME!
I switched from paper towels to cotton dish towels, using a fresh one every day. I toss the old one in the wash after I wipe up the counter tops after dinner each night. Can’t remember the last time I bought paper towels.
D'Aun says
Green me! I recycle (or Freecycle) as much as I can.
Amy says
GREEN ME
I bring my own lunch and reuse bags.
Lisa McCown says
GREEN ME! Save plastic produce bags( a few) to take to the farmers market with you tuck them in your “green” shopping tote of course
lindseydawn says
GREEN ME!! I try to not use any disposable bags whether for grocery shopping or lunches. Same for plastic water bottles. Tap water is just fine for me :)
Laura says
GREEN ME!
I use vinegar and hot water to scrub my kitchen and bathroom floors. I like knowing that if my toddler decides to pick up a toy from the floor and put it in his mouth, that he won’t be licking off any chemicals.
Chelsey says
GREEN ME :)
I just used your tip this weekend to make my own diffuser by using Mrs. Meyers. I found really small glass bottles (about 4″ tall) and used those in the linen and coat closets to freshen it up. Thanks for the great advice!
Tracy says
GREEN ME! I do counter composting and have made a pile in the back yard, recycle all I can and am getting creative about the other stuff!
Amanda N. says
GREEN ME!
I use my llamas “poop beans” to fertilize my garden. They don’t smell and they make great compost. Not to mention, they make my garden look fabulous!
laura says
GREEN ME!
My husband and I commute to work each day together:)
felicity says
GREEN ME – I clean greenly, I try to eat and cook as greenly as possible, I buy eggs from chickens who are treated well, we use grocery bags for trash and doggie duty instead of buying special bags, reuse ziplock bags til they fall apart, bring lunch from home, keep the heat low and a/c high or off when possible, have a dual flush toilet, and we recycle 5x’s more stuff that we throw away.
Shannon says
GREEN ME! Our family takes their lunch, have Kleen Kanteens, recycle plastic and aluminum.
Mo says
Green Me! On a recent week long trip away I took old green glass wine bottles filled with water and overturned them in the soil next to water potted plants!
Lindsey says
GREEN ME!
I try to upcycle whenever possible. The skirt I’m wearing today is made out a pair of old jeans, an old skirt and an old sheet.
Meaghan says
GREEN ME!!
i always have my trusty Nalgene bottle with me to avoid the temptation to buy water where ever i go!
Ashley J says
GREEN ME!
I always take my lunch with me, and I use glassware instead of plastic for my leftovers!
emily says
green me!
we recycle all that we are able and buy local produce.
Ashley J says
GREEN ME
I take my leftovers to work with me in glass containers and a reusable lunch bag!
Martha says
GREEN ME! I recycle as much as possible and use reusable bags whenever possible
Michelle says
Green me! We have several easy tips for living the green lifestyle – I tell my parents to always keep reusable tote bags in your car so you never forget them when you go to the grocery store, and living in NYC, we make sure to take them with us to the grocery or farmer’s market.
We’re big fans of “one-pot meals” – not only does it minimize the need to do dishes, but it saves space & time spent running the dishwasher. We always unplug appliances when they’re not in use, so they don’t waste energy. And finally, we rarely use the dryer for laundry – we either hang our clothes on the outdoor line or indoor drying rack, and it saves us time spent at the laundromat, money, and energy!
Kristen says
GREEN ME! I grow my own herbs. I also try to recycle or give away (Craigslist) as much as I can instead of throwing things away.
anna says
green me!
i recycle as much as i can.
GradGirl says
GREEN ME! We’ve just installed storm doors for mucho energy savings summer and winter. Plus we get to enjoy the views!
Ella says
GREEN ME!
I save money and the environment by always using my metal water bottle and thermos instead of plastic bottles and paper throw away cups. Most coffeeshops will let you use your own container for drinks–sometimes they’ll even give you a discount!
Melanie Broadbent says
Green Me!
I recycle….and I would love an eco-friendly rug!
Lisa Guzman says
I love recycling GREEN ME
AmyLK says
GREEN ME! I recycle at home, avoid using plastic, and carpool when possible!
Jessica says
“GREEN ME”
I have started using water that I wash veggies/fruit with to water plants instead of pouring it down the sink.
Jessica says
GREEN ME! I started a vegetable garden this year, we reuse all of the plastic grocery bags we get (and we’re about to make the switch to reusable), I try to remake/reuse/DIY over buying new, and we’ve also discovered the power of using white vinegar and baking soda as cleaners. I’ve even trying my hand at composting, although it’s with mixed results.
I live in Dallas so sometimes it’s hard to find local resources, but the internet is a magical place.
Amber says
GREEN ME!
I repurpose and refinish furniture and goods from habitat re-store and goodwill stores. I also try to only use my thermos for water and not the plastic water bottles.
Laura S says
GREEN ME!
We recycle as much as we can.
Ruth says
Green Me!
We’re big on second hand shopping, why buy new, when you can get it used. Recycling AND less expensive.
Meg says
GREEN ME!
I use reusable shopping bags and water bottles…such an easy way to make a big difference!
Jen says
Green me! I just picked up supplies to make my own green laundry detergent, going to tackle that today. Next step is quitting my awful paper towel habit!
Laura says
GREEN ME!
reuseable shopping bags, metal water bottles, recycling, etc!!
Freda Kennedy says
GREEN ME…
Have you started taking any extra steps to be green lately? YES, I stopped using plastic bags at the stores and been carrying in my own totes! We starting composting our left overs as well!
Jill Young says
Green Me!
shawn says
Green me!
Plant native flowers! It’s better for the environment and gives you healthier plants :).
shevon says
GREEN ME!
I’ve started using all natural cleaners around the house.
Caroline says
Green Me=) We try to recycle as much as we can as well as green products
melanie says
GREEN ME!!! i recycle as much as i can and i walk and/or take public transportation most days.
Jenna says
Green Me!
Apart from my Ikea and Target addictions, I buy almost ALL of my home decor at second hand stores, garage sales, flea markets and auctions. I love the idea of giving something a new home, a new life, and usually a much needed makeover, no to mention all the money I’ve saved.
Also I’m a dedicated user of re-usable shopping bags. If I don’t have one with me, I try to just forgo the bag and carry the item out or end up using the bag for a garbage liner.
Nicole Jenkins says
GREEN ME! As a teacher, it is easy to fall into the order lunch trend. This year, I purchase small, glass pyrex containers and typically pack leftovers (which I portion out before I eat my meal). I have a camp spoon and fork, glass containers, a mini-fridge and microwave in my room. Not only economical, but eco-friendly as well. : )