We just received the coolest items to test from To-Go Ware. Two stacking stainless steel food bins, plus several smaller sized bins. You can read reviews on these items in our November issue, but for now, I'm thinking they're ideal for restaurant leftovers. The smaller bins are just the right size. I'm going to try to remember to throw them in my pockets or purse next time I go out to eat. (IE, Bring Your Own Container.)

I also plan on using them for potluck parties. The large tins for my dal, the small tins for my special sauces. More info after I've had time to test these fancy reusable containers.


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Why waste time, energy, and gasoline driving all over town trying to find what you want. Shop online and leave your weekends free to relax and spend time with friends.

I recently purchased an air cleaner and a vacuum. I knew the brands and models I wanted, so I searched the web for the best prices and shipping deals. I ended up saving $80, and it only took me 30 minutes of research. Both items arrived a few days later. I didn't have to expend any energy; neither did my car!!!

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How many times do you go to the grocery store in a week? Bring your neighbor, and that's one less car driven. Bring your own bags, that's several paper or plastic bags not needed.

Maybe you and your neighbor don't have the same schedule. Take her list and get her groceries for her. Next time, she can go to the store.

By helping each other out, you'll expend less energy and maybe just get closer to your neighbor.

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I just checked our stats and was happy to see visitors from around the country and the world. Don't worry, your visit is private. My stats counter only shows where people come from....like Bell, CA; Portland, OR; Carbondale, CO; Freeport, Maine; Marietta, Georgia; Beverly, MA; Englewood Cliffs, NJ; Arlington, MA; Middletown, OH; Hurst, TX; Hoboken, NJ; Santa Cruz, CA; Mountain View, CA; UK; Kenya; Japan; Turkey ....

Thanks for visiting. Come back again soon. Share your comments. Check out our reviews. Have a Fancy Green day.

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New Reviews on Fany-Green.com...

You can green every area of your wardrobe - from your workout clothes to your every day apparel to evening wear. This month, we're featuring Outdoor Research's Essence Top (which contains merino wool), and in the eco fashion category, Stewart & Brown's Lengthen Tee.

Check out our archives for more eco fashion items, including dresses and designer jeans.....
Check our main site every week for new reviews!



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If you haven't checked our main site lately, you should. That's where all the best stuff is. We add new product reviews every week.
This month we've reviewed cleaning products by Mrs. Meyers, facial products by Juice Organics, solar powered gadgets, merino wool socks by Smartwool, a messenger bag with recycled materials, a wind jacket with 88% recycled content, and more to come.

Coming soon: solar battery chargers, more merino wool apparel for fall, EO body products and eco hats and bags later in Nov.


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It's great to support companies that make earth-friendly products, but there are other ways to be green. Next time you need a new desk or bed or couch or kitchen table, check out craigslist. I found a cool hand-made stainless steel Room & Board platform frame for under $300!! It was just what I was looking for -- and in excellent shape.

Also, check the free furniture section. Sometimes people just want to get rid of their stuff fast. Furnish your office or cabin with freebies that you can refinish or paint.

In Seattle we have Second Use and the Restore, both salvage shops that sell a variety of items that have been salvaged from schools, hotels, old buildings, and homes. You might find a gymnasium floor or a funky purple booth from a night club or old lockers (my personal favs). I'm taking in my bathroom sink to trade in for someone else's used bathroom sink. Recycle by reusing. It's fun, it's good for the planet, and you might just find some one-of-a-kind pieces of furniture.

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...from a press release we rec'd from: North Circular Knitwear Company

"Knitted by Grannies; Supported by Super Models"

Launching this autumn, fashion knitwear label 'The North Circular' utilizes the talents of grandmothers and high fashion models to create directional fashion pieces over rich tea biscuits and local gossip. The inspired idea by models Lily Cole, Katherine Poulton, Central St Martins graduate Alice Ashby and entrepreneur Isobel Davies (Izzy Lane Founder) sees contemporary knitwear exclusively made from rescued Wensleydale sheep, with the expert knitting skills of 'grannies, girls. …and a few strong men.

Available exclusively online at: www.thenorthcircular.com the range incorporates a modern range of knitwear pieces that are luxurious yet affordable for fashion savvy individuals, whilst signaling a return to traditional values, and maintaining the Wensleydale breed.



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Our testers are loving a variety of natural skin care products by Zia, Alba Botanica, Dr. Hauschka, Pangea Organics, Juice Beauty and Juice Organics, and more.
Check out this month's new reviews at Fancy-Green.com.


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Read about some cool eco artists today in the Seattle Times. They turn junk into art, they repurpose all sorts of materials into furniture or other useful items.

How about a couch made out of 6400 nickels?

A table made out of scrap wood?


A fancy metal headboard?

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If you haven't checked out the main site in awhile, it's time to take a look. We've added reviews of organic body products and sun care by Herbal Elements, Avalon Organics, and Alba; reviews of eco-friendly household cleaners by Seventh Generation; reviews of eco fashion by Loomstate and Nau; and many more items.

We've also reviewed some lovely merino wool active wear by Sugoi and a stainless steel water bottle by Earthlust.
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