by jennae on October 29, 2008
When researching home textiles, I tend to stick to sustainable fabrics like organic cotton, hemp, linen and the like. But as most of you know, there are many shades of green, and many characteristics that can make a product eco-friendly.
When I first learned about Eclipse Curtains, my first question was what they are made of. Much to my dismay, I learned that they weren’t made of a sustainable fabric, but polyester. I was tempted to walk away right then and there, but another quality of these window treatments made me take a second look — they are blackout curtains, meant to block light, reduce noise and, lo and behold, help reduce your energy costs. :: READ THE FULL POST
by jennae on October 10, 2008
In recent days, I’ve become much more aware of the fact that turning bamboo fibers into fabric is a process that is far from environmentally friendly. While I still believe bamboo as material in its original state is more eco-friendly than traditional woods and fibers, I’ll try to stay away from the fabrics unless there is clear evidence that the production was done in a better way. :: READ THE FULL POST
by jennae on September 5, 2008
I’m generally not a huge fan of big box stores or chains. They aren’t known for being very environmentally friendly, and their profit-first mentality often leaves green shoppers with no product options, and many of their products are produced overseas with no regard to Fair Trade. There’s one store that consistently adds products that make me think twice about my position: West Elm. :: READ THE FULL POST
by jennae on July 28, 2008
Today’s Room: A minimal, soothing green bedroom that’s affordable even for those on a budget. :: READ THE FULL POST
- Dew Pillow
by Inhabit | $60 | Made of recycled polyester and handprinted and handmade in the U.S. with environmentally-friendly inks with no chemical waste or disposal generated. Also, all paper waste from manufacturing is repurposed as shredded packing material, and the pillow is recyclable at the end of its life-cycle (aff)
- Mythic Interior Flat Latex Paint | $46.99/gallon, $93.98 for 2 | COLOR: Twilight Twinkle 031-2 | Zero VOCs, zero carcinogens, and low odor
by jennae on July 22, 2008
I like to think of the windows in my home as a gateway out into the world — a way for me to see what’s going on before I step outside. That said, I spend a lot of time looking at them. Through them, really, but I look at them often, too. Like everything else in my home, I want them to look good, particularly since I’m so fond of gazing at the front yard and the little bird who likes to sit in the tree straight ahead. :: READ THE FULL POST
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I’m Jennae Petersen, and I’m a lot of things. A mother, a graphic artist, a connosieur of beautiful interiors and a purveyor of all things design. Green Your Decor was borne of frustration in my attempts to find eco-friendly housewares that were also beautiful, and inspiration to do something to reduce my own carbon footprint and help others do the same in a beautiful way.
