Throwing a party? Whether it's an intimate gathering or a huge bash, this is the time of the year when making merry is ardently expected. Of course parties also mean tons of trash. And contributing to the already overflowing landfills is not a great way to start 2009. Instead, make your party eco-friendly with a few simple changes. From what your serving and what you're serving it on to decorations and favors there are plenty of options to choose from. Continued...

When you're moving into a new home or renovating the one you already live in the hard and tedious part is the actual moving or renovating. After that comes the fun stuff-decorating everything, including the walls. In fact, I love this part so much that I actually think about redecorating even when I know we don't have the time, need or money to do it. And with so many eco-friendly options out there, no wonder I'm day dreaming about what shade I could possibly paint the dining room or where I'd put a fabulous mirror I discovered in one of my favorite local shops. Continued...