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Make Mittens out of An Old Sweater

POSTED  27 Dec 2008  |   COMMENTS {} VOTES

You found a sweater in your closet that’s so garish and tacky-looking that you begin to question the judgment of your former self. You’d gladly donate the sweater to the less fortunate, but you are afraid that your sweater might make them even more less fortunate.

 
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Copy This Look: Eva Mendes in Brilliant Blue

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In this series we look at hot celebrity looks and translate them into eco-friendly versions you can create yourself! This week, a green version of Eva Mendes' Flaunt Magazine 10th Anniversary Party look. + READ MORE

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We Love Pretty by Nature for Eco-Friendly Beauty

POSTED  5 Jan 2009  |   COMMENTS

If you want to get gorgeous the green way, check out our Site of the Week, Pretty by Nature, where eco-smart beauty products abound. The down-to-earth reviews spotlight everything from mineral makeup to toxin-free hair dye. + READ MORE

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Remove Gum From Clothing the Eco-friendly Way

POSTED  5 Jan 2009  |   COMMENTS

We all like our clothes. We wear them to protect our bodies from the elements and to look good in front of prospective suitors. In turn, we like to protect our clothing from harm. One thing that can really damage our clothing is gum. + READ MORE

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Have a Stylish New Year with these Fashion Resolutions

POSTED  4 Jan 2009  |   COMMENTS

If you’re handy with a needle and thread or willing to learn, then it’s never necessary to ditch clothes because of lost buttons, weight...+ READ MORE

Yay for vintage! It's so great to live in a time where we have access to lots of...

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10 Reuses for Neckties

POSTED  3 Jan 2009  |   COMMENTS

Neckties. Most guys own at least one. I have one that I wear to interviews and one that I wear to funerals and one that I wear to weddings/fancy-dress events. As far as I can tell, neckties don’t really serve a purpose. + READ MORE

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Erase Dark Circles with Home Remedies

POSTED  1 Jan 2009  |   COMMENTS

New Year’s Day brunch with the family is a sweet tradition—until you’re reminded every year that you’ve agreed to pick up Grandma just a few short hours after you plan to hit the sack. + READ MORE

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Check Out These 6 Hats Made From Improbable Recyclables

POSTED  31 Dec 2008  |   COMMENTS

Hats are a popular form of whole-head adornment. You, might be looking for a new hat to delight the senses or to protect the head. And you...+ READ MORE

The old sweater hat would be a great way to reuse the holiday sweater that is no...

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Copy This Look: Katherine Heigl's Cheery Coat

POSTED  30 Dec 2008  |   COMMENTS

After weeks of looking at photos of celebrities who went with either basic black or bright white on the red carpet, we were pleasantly surprised by Katherine Heigl's bright red trench coat at the Marley and Me premiere. The look is grown-up without being dowdy, and chic without being fussy. + READ MORE

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Hem Jeans Like a Pro in 5 Easy Steps

POSTED  30 Dec 2008  |   COMMENTS

If you lean a bit on the short side, you likely have to hem every pair of pants you buy. Trips to the tailor can add up if you don't know the basics of hemming. Or if you do have basic skills, a hem on slacks or a skirt might not be a big deal. But jeans can be complicated. + READ MORE

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We Love Bits and Bobbins for Thrift Fashion and DIY Design

POSTED  29 Dec 2008  |   COMMENTS

Got an eye for design? Wish you did? Get some major fashion inspiration and learn some skills at Bits and Bobbins, where Parsons grad Tricia Royal shows you the world of DIY wearables through her creative, tasteful lens. Making your own clothes is totally green, especially if you're using secondhand... + READ MORE

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