Review; Mangopare Ecotanka
My love affair with my ECOtanka is no secret. We are a family of ECOtankas, John has 2, Mr Ecochick and I both have one each. I buy them as gifts for family and friends…
Category Archives: green products
Jute storage tin
I’ve been using an old formula tin as a nappy liner storage container it’s very practical but not very pretty so I thought why not wrap it in jute. I love jute you can use…
Review; Boonies outdoor footwear
So stylish and comfortable! Boonies footwear recently released a whole new range of super sexy, practical and comfortable outdoor footwear. There is a style and colour to suit everyone and every need. I love…
Benzoin ointment
Gabriel had really bad nappy rash after using some wind drops (grr) so a girlfriend lent me a really great cream made by a pharmacy. I looked at the ingredients and thought well I can…
Panasonic breadmaker SD-2501 review
Panasonic very kindly sent me their new breadmaker (model SD-2501) to try out and share my thoughts with you all. First off the new model looks fantastic, is super slim-lined, easy to move around, really…
10 simple ways to live greener anywhere (part II)
Today is part II of the guest post by Paul from babysitting jobs‘ simple ways to live greener series. Part one can be found here. 6. Grow your own food – If you have room,…
10 simple ways to live greener anywhere (part I)
Today is the first part of a great two part series that was written by Paul from babysitting jobs. Paul and his wife Julie both spend quite a bit of time coming up with ideas, blogging, and…
Rainwater harvesting system
We have finally put in our first rainwater harvesting system. I am so happy with it. I love how it looks (well apart from the sexy blue!! I might paint it at some stage?). I…
Cheats fudge brownies in a jar
I love a good fudge brownie (none better than homemade and as a gift in a jar!) and one of the easiest (but very expensive) ways to make these is to buy a never fail…
Compost tumbler
We made a compost tumbler for my sister in law for her birthday last year. This tutorial and information/ idea comes from Janet Luke’s amazing Green Urban Living. You’ll need:A table of some type A plastic food grade…