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Welcome back to Simple Organic!
If this is your first time here, make sure you read yesterday’s post to learn all about Simple Organic, meet the contributors, and see what we have in store for the upcoming months. To celebrate the launch of Simple Organic and the Simple Living Media network, we have an awesome giveaway today for one lucky reader of each SLM blog. Yep, that’s right – all the following items will go to only one winner here on Simple Organic.
But be sure to check out each of the other SLM blogs to see what their prize package giveaway includes; it’s a pretty exciting collection. Here’s what’s included in this fabulous prize package giveaway here on Simple Organic:
1. Laundry Tree
Laundry Tree is a great company that began with a quest for a gentle, natural, low-sudsing, affordable way to get clean clothes. They found that in Soapnuts, and decided that Soapnuts are so wonderful that they wanted everyone to know about them.
According to Laundry Tree’s website, “Soapnuts are the fruit of a tree (Sapindus Mukorossi), found primarily in the Himilayas, and they are an EXCELLENT alternative to traditional laundry detergents. They are simply harvested, de-seeded, and then dried in the sun. The outer shell of the soapnut contains saponin, a natural substance known for its ability to cleanse and wash.”
Laundry Tree believes in paying a fair and ethical wage to the farmers they work with, which I really appreciate and they also have a 100% risk-free money-back guarantee, good for up to eight weeks after purchase. I love that Laundry Tree offers a safe and natural way to clean laundry, while adhering to the highest standards for ethics in their business.
The winner will receive one (1) Deluxe Soapnut Kit.
2. Bummis Diapers
Bummis Diapers was started back in the 1980′s by three mothers around a kitchen table who decided to begin making the diapering products that they wanted but just couldn’t find. They have since outgrown that kitchen table and expanded to serve the needs of cloth-diapering mamas all over the world.
If you have ever wanted to try cloth diapers, the Organic Cotton Diaper Kit is a perfect way to begin. It includes 18 baby size (15+ lbs) prefold diapers, two Super Whisper Wraps and two Super Brites size medium, one large roll Bio-soft liners, five reusable stay dry liners, a fabulous wet bag, and a user guide. Everything you need to get started is right here.
This Organic Cotton Diaper Kit would also make a great gift for a mother-to-be. I love that the diapers in this kit are made of certified organic cotton, the most gentle diaper you could ask for.
The winner will receive one (1) Bummis Organic Cotton Diaper Kit.
3. The DivaCup
The DivaCup: This company was begun by a mother-daughter team who saw the need to offer a safe and environmentally-responsible alternative to tampons and sanitary pads. With a combined 38 years of experience in natural feminine hygiene, they have created a fabulous product that women can feel good about using.
A menstrual cup made of silicon, the DivaCup is a reusable, safe, frugal, and environmentally sound option. It is available in two sizes, and comes complete with detailed instructions.
You will love using the DivaCup – I have used it for two years and I will never switch back to the traditional options. The DivaCup also saves you money since it is a reusable option, as well as keeps tons of feminine hygiene products and packaging out of our landfills.
The winner will receive one (1) DivaCup in the size of your choice.
4. [Me] & Goji
[Me] & Goji is a custom artisanal cereal company based in New England. It was started by three friends who had a vision to revolutionize the cereal industry and save the environment at the same time. The cereal is hand-mixed, and with each purchase you have the option to contribute one dollar to offset the CO2 emissions from the creation and shipping of your cereal. That dollar is then invested in renewable energy projects.
Creating your own custom cereal on their website is both fun and simple. You choose your base, add items like nuts, seeds, fruits, and spices, and can even put your own picture on your package. They have gluten-free options, and pre-mixed combinations to choose from, as well. The cereal is shipped via Fed-Ex in an airtight cereal capsule that contains 50% more cereal than the average box at the grocery store.
I am currently loving the gluten-free base with almonds, blueberries, raspberries, coconut, and chia seeds. It’s a delicious way to start the morning, and knowing that [Me] & Goji is working hard to help restore the earth, well, that makes you feel pretty good when you’re eating it, too.
The winner will receive one (1) free custom cereal capsule from [Me] & Goji.
5. Amanda Blake Soule’s Books
For those unfamiliar with the work of Amanda Blake Soule, you are in for a treat. Amanda has been blogging for a number of years now, and in 2008 she released her first book, The Creative Family
Offering myriad ideas for creating your own family traditions and memories, savoring the seasons, and inspiring your children to find their creativity, the book has become a wonderful resource for parents everywhere. In 2009, she released her second book, Handmade Home: Simple Ways to Repurpose Old Materials Into New Family Treasures. It was greeted with the same enthusiasm that her first book garnered, and together they have become favorites for families who want to create their own traditions and memories, in a creative and yet frugal fashion. These books are a terrific addition to any home library.
The winner will receive one (1) copy of The Creative Family and one (1) copy of Handmade Home.
How to Win
Everyone has three chances to win. Choose one or all three!
1. Comment on this post, and answer this question: What is your biggest challenge when it comes to green living?
2. Subscribe to Simple Organic by email or in your feed reader. Leave a separate comment letting me know you’ve subscribed.
3. Blog about this giveaway. Leave a separate comment with your blog or post address.
This giveaway will end this Saturday, February 13, at 11:59 p.m. PST. I hope you win!
Be sure to check out the giveaway baskets on Simple Mom, Simple Kids, Simple Bites, and Simple Homeschool for more chances to win!
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Conserving water seems to be my crux. I run a daycare and do the best I can with 6 kids in my house on any given day, but it’s definitely a challenge.
My biggest challenge is finding local food. Our little city’s farmer’s market is sad, and the better one is in a bigger city 50 miles away. I would also like to start a garden in the backyard, but get a little overwhelmed with all the new information that needs to be learned about seasonal veggies and what won’t die when the sun is shining or frost is on the ground.
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My biggest challenge right now is trying to balance our preference for simple and sustainable living with the generosity of our friends and family. We are expecting our first baby in September, and my husband is already very worried about all the stuff that will come into our house.
My biggest problem is getting everyone to jump on board. The cost and time is also a big problem.
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Getting rid of the paper products in the kitchen. I have the cloth napkins and lots of rags, but constantly reach for the paper versions becauase it seems easier.
My biggest challenge is definitely making the switch to cloth in the kitchen and on my daughter’s butt. I’d LOVE to make the change, but my husband is less than enthusiastic!
I’ve blogged about your giveaway!
http://delightwithintheveil.wordpress.com/2010/02/09/simple-giveaways/
There are many “green” things that are cost-effective as well, but I struggle with wanting to do more organic foods which is pretty cost-prohibitive on my budget.
My challenge is being tired and making impulse decisions. I think about reducing the amount of packaging we use, but then I buy food (healthy as it is) that comes in containers and plastic out of habit: what to do with all that? I can save it, it piles up, and then I get frustrated by the clutter and toss it out in a mad cleaning fit. With three kids five and under, it’s a challenge to be a forward, intentional thinker/purchaser/consumer.
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I think my biggest challenge is cleaning products. It seems I have a hard time finding a green product that will not break my wallet and still make me feel the house is actually clean!
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Honestly – inconvenience. Sometimes, it’s easier to throw something away or buy it instead of making it, especially on days when you’re away from home from 7 in the morning to 9 or 10 at night.
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Biggest challenge – definitely money. Mostly in the groceries dept… my passion for “happy” meat and need for a new batch of cloth diapers (she just keeps growing!!) are definitely at odds with a very finite budget. I’m very excited about this new blog focusing on simple approaches to green living.
Awesome giveaway – thank you!
I blogged about the giveaway! http://www.benandlaurareed.blogspot.com
What is your biggest challenge when it comes to green living?
Finding affordable products.
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My husband! I love the concepts behind “green” living: the desire to simplify, find a better and more healthful way of living, and teaching our kids the skills to follow our lead in this way. However, with a husband who sees no issue with the way people live today and the disposable lifestyle it can certainly be an uphill fight.
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My biggest challenge is the fact that we live in the country, which means that to go ANYWHERE we have to drive.
the hardest thing for us is to stop usingt paper towels. I told my husband that is the next thing we must change to be more green!
the hardest thing for us is to stop using paper towels. I told my husband that is the next thing we must change to be more green!
My biggest challenge is making some substitutions for all of the plastic we have in the kitchen – plastic storage containers, plastic cups for my kids, food we buy that is packaged in plastic….
My biggest challenge is convincing my husband that it’s worth it!
I would say finding good sources for greener living near by and also the fact that it is usually more expensive to live greener.
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very excited about this new website, so awesome!
My biggest challenge is getting the food I want. The nearest organic food section in a store is 100 miles away. I do get local milk and eggs. The expense is hard to budget but we make it work.
I’m challenged with making the switch from disposable to cloth diapers. I start researching the cloth options and get overwhelmed.
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My biggest challenge when it comes to green living is probably ziploc baggies. I want to eliminated them as much as possible but, they are just so handy. I have also thought about the diva cup but am nervous about it, so I guess my own fears and getting up the courage to fully make the change are also some of my challenges as well.
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I have subscribed to the feed with my google reader and am excited for everything to come!
Biggest challenge…just rethinking my defaults…like paper towels (oh I love them…bad bad bad!)
I would say cost is the biggest obstacle, especially with food. I am hoping that this blog can help me with that!
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Decreasing the amount of waste from my kitchen- I’m trying to compost and use fewer paper products. It’s hard not to reach for a paper plate each time though!
What wonderful items you have chosen for your giveaway! I recognized most of the products instantly from my time spent exploring simplemom.net. How fun it would be to be able to use many of the items I have seen and thought, “how neat!”
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