Earth Day: 4 Etsy Sustainable Shops

 

Happy Earth Day!  These four Etsy makers celebrate Mother Earth every day with their organic ingredients, sustainable practices, and  eco-friendly materials. I searched Etsy's  thousands of shops.  These four made the cut thanks to their style and what they do for the world. Be sure to check them out.  These small businesses appreciate your support, and just might do a happy dance after each sale.

 

 ~ Bombay Bongo ~

Home of Fair Trade Handmade Jewelry. These one of a kind creations have been handmade by talented low income artisans in India. They create happy and unique pieces!

 

 Kantha Isle Necklace

This Fair Trade layered statement necklace features  upcycled cotton sari fabric. The beads start off as reclaimed wood, then  are covered in the sari fabric.  $78

Bombay Bongo 

 

 

Bead & Chain Cluster Necklace

Sustainably made from the same  repurposed and recycled sari  cotton by artisans in India. $25.

 

 

 Fair Trade Long Necklace 

And for those who prefer a long necklace, this style is made with the same fabric. It is a statement making 74 inches long! $27

 Bombay Bango

 

 Follow The Sun Stone Co.

 The owner and designer, Meg, at this Etsy Shop, loves the beach. It's her happy place. What started as a way to show gratitude to friends with her "strength stones" and sea glass necklaces, soon became a jewelry business. Her success couldn't happen to a kinder person.

 

Her jewelry can be found in New England gift shops and her own Etsy shop . She designs her creations with the world in mind, by repurposing sea glass and found beach pottery.

 

 

 Sea Glass Hoop Earrings 

Each pair is homemade from genuine sea glass and recycled glass beads. The 18K gold plated stainless steel is strong and lightweight. Meg even recycles her packaging materials.

 

Natural Beach Stone Necklace
This 34"-36" long necklace is designed with natural beach stones and recycled glass beads. It makes a beautiful gift for a beach lover. She will get strength from holding onto the naturally mooth stone. It all hangs from a waxed cotton cord. $27

Follow The Sunstone Co. 

 

 

 Beach Pottery Hoops 

Inspired by the sun and sea,  Each pair is made with an unique combination of ceramic beach pottery and recycled glass beads. You may choose natural steel or gold plated. These are the earrings to wear with everything! $26

Follow The Sun Stone Co 

 

 

 

  – Sustain & Heal –

 These beautiful papers are "Made by fair trade certified artisans in Bangladesh with locally grown Jute fiber.  Jute is durable and great for folding—envelopes, envelope liners, couture gift wrapping, origami, drawer liners, wall art and much more. Purchases support childrens' educations, concrete houses, fresh water wells and much more for villages in Bangladesh."

 

I have used this paper many times. It is luxurious, thick, and easy to work with. I must say that it looks gorgeous under a Christmas tree. Your gifts will look even more special!

 

These artisans do one thing, and do it well ~ make paper! These marble papers come in 29 colors One is more lovely than the last one. Prices are 5 sheets for $33

Sustain and Heal. 

 

~ Meadow Soap Company ~

 You will find handcrafted goat milk soaps & solid dish soap in this lovely shop. They create small batch, intentional self-care soaps & gifts. Everything is colored and scented naturally. Goat milk is so good for our skin and body! This shop is not only pretty, it's good for the earth and ourselves. Visit Meadow Soap's Etsy Shop

 

 

Handmade Soap Gift Set
 A beautiful gift of self care for yourself or anyone. It's 100% natural and contains olive oil, raw goat milk, coconut oil, castor oil, essential oils, tallow, and botanicals. Your choices of scents are Clementine, Honey Bee, Pure Lavender and many more. $31

 Meadowwood Soap

 

 All Natural Solid Dish Soap

 This makes so much sense. No plastic involved. Materials: coconut oil, castor oil, essential oils, citric acid, sodium hydroxide, water. You even get to pick your scent!  Priced from $12.98  to $24.98

Meadow Soap Co. 

 

 

Lavender Lemon Bar Soap With Sisal Bag

The scent is said to be both uplifting and calming. It is made prettier with a sprinkle of lavender and jasmine. Gorgeous!

$10

Meadow Soap Co.

 

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Keep It Clean

“Better keep yourself clean and bright; you are the window through which you must see the world.” We are the world, and we all are in harms way in our current situation. There are several things we can do: stay home, social distance, and keep our hands, body, and homes clean. Washing our hands is a necessity, but it can be a pleasure, too. Here's a round up of products that make sense in today's world.

Dyson Air Purifiers
We all worry about our hands, but what about the air we breathe? One can catch the virus by air born germs from another infected human. Why not really clean the air around us? The Dyson air purifiers are known to do the best job of all. They even heat or cool a room. Take a look at this collection. Some are on sale now. 
Good timing!
Best Buy

Beekman 1802 Goat Milk Soap
This is the very best soap I have ever used, and I am a soap connoisseur. This soap is clean beauty without toxins, artificial fragrance, parabans and sulfates. It's made from goats milk. Did you know that goats have the same PH levels as human skin? So your skin will readily accept the goat milk.  It lathers like crazy and is a total aromatherapy experience. It's on sale for a limited time with Free Shipping. 
What do you have to lose? 
Beekman 1802

Hand & Body Wash
Just received my order and quickly ordered more while it is on sale. It's really fabulous! And you can also buy a set with a caddy for the sink.
Beekman 1802

Lanolips
How are your hands feeling after using those harsh alcohol based hand sanitizers? Miss Shop This mentioned today that her rather young hands hands were looking old from all of the hand washing. Mine are good, as I am using essential oil and aloe based wipes. This brand get's lots of press. Best of all there is no petroleum (the worst) or other harsh chemicals like other creams. It's affordable, too. 
Read about it at
Nordstrom

Zador Soaps

Zador soaps are made with a unique family recipe. They are triple milled using thermal water of Hungary.  "Thermal water has an extremely high mineral content, and contributes to the care and harmonization of healthy clean skin." The soaps are made from raw materials, such as lavender, almond and
 grape seed oils.

Small Flower

Vitruvi Air Diffuser
I have diffused fragrance in my home for years. It's a lovely way to scent your space. But I must admit my oils have had chemicals in them. The idea of inhaling toxins, now that I know better, is not something I want to do any longer. Enter this chic container which also comes in blush and black. It's purpose is to softly stream essential oil-infused steam out into your space.  I have been telling you of the benefits of essential oils often. Read about them here. And you can trust the oils that Dr. Axe sells.  and there is a sale going on right now.  
Get the Diffuser at
Sephora

Goop Bath Soaks
These are unlike any bath product you have ever tried. There are five "flavors" each with its' own purpose. Shown above is Nurse. It fights off misery when you are under the weather. Perfect for our current situation. Each different soak is filled with essential oils, botanicals, salts, and minerals.
Goop

LaVanila Clean Products
Have you switched from aluminum deodorant yet? I made the switch last Summer, and feel so much healthier. I love this clean beauty line. The fragrance is that of vanilla with a little added  zest.  With every application, vitamins, minerals and active botanicals pamper and protect the skin. Now while you are home, is a great time to make the switch. I love the body butter, too!
Anthropologie



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