By guest blogger, Andrea Fowler When most people visualize a party, the image that comes to mind is usually a room decked out with confetti, balloons, banners and abandoned paper plates with half-eaten appetizers. And, of course, a group of people laughing, dancing and having the time of their lives. But here’s a secret. You… Read More
Green Living
8 Ways to Create an Eco-Friendly, Affordable & Secure Home
Implementing eco-friendly measures at home involves reducing energy consumption while preventing or lessening the production of greenhouse gases. Prioritizing resource efficiency is one of the first steps to creating a more sustainable home environment. Living greener involves repeated daily actions. Turning off unused lights, reducing your water usage and using programmable thermostats at home and… Read More
Eco-Labels & What they Really Mean
Nowadays, many products boast some type of eco-label. Although these labels can be found on a variety of products ranging from household goods and cleaning products to personal care, food and building products, quite often we’re confused about what they really mean and their legitimacy. Not to be confused with generic marketing terms or a… Read More
The Incredible Shrinking House: How Small Can You Go?
Photo by Niv Rozenberg on Unsplash The tiny house movement is booming. For some people, bigger is better and for a growing number of the population, smaller is certainly smarter. We’ve discussed container homes here on this site and I’ve written Small Living, Big Savings: Eco-Friendly Tiny Homes You’ll Love. With an increasing demand for… Read More
4 Sexy & Sustainable-Summer Must Haves for Her
1.) Ombre Yoga Pants by Flexi Lexi $79 Oooh la la! These pants are as sexy as they are soft. I should know, I have a pair of the blue Ombre myself and let me tell you – they feel like heaven on your legs. The quick-dry fabric makes them perfect for yoga, SUP (stand… Read More
Earth Day & 50th Anniversary Celebration
This Earth Day was very special for us here at the Healthy Home Dream Team. Ron & I had the absolute honor and pleasure of emceeing the 50th anniversary celebration of our favorite green cleaning product company, Earth Friendly Products, in Addison, IL. We enjoyed a special farm to table lunch serving organic cuisine that… Read More
5 Easy Home Improvements to Save You Money This Winter
From Cowboys to Uggs®, we’re in the heart of winter, and for those of you shivering in your boots but refusing to crank up the heater, we get it. If you’re looking for ways to stay cozy without breaking the bank, consider these five easy home improvement hacks to transform your house into a toasty… Read More
Green Product Labels 101: How to Read Between the Blurred Lines
One of the most significant steps toward a healthier planet will occur from supporting products and services that hold independent green certifications. With every company labeling themselves as conscientious, distinguishing between a PR stunt and a genuine commitment to the environment can be a difficult task. Somewhere along the way, being eco-friendly became a selling… Read More