November’s Top Eco Crafts

Eco crafts for Thanksgiving | Eco-Mothering.com

Welcome to my monthly installment of eco-friendly arts and craft projects gathered from around the Internet. While some projects require adult supervision, they are a fun, educational and green hobby for your kids to enjoy! This month’s collection includes creative ideas for Thanksgiving. Vegetable Turkey Centerpiece by Views from My Window Gourd Candles by Inhabitots Sock Turkey by Christian Games and Crafts Thankful Pumpkins by Keeley McGuire Nut and Corn Husk Napkin Rings by Bellenza

Top 5 Ways to Green Your Thanksgiving

5 Ways to Green Your Thanksgiving | Eco-Mothering.com

Travel by train or bus Trains and buses emit far less carbon emissions than airplanes. Although, surprisingly (and depending on the distance traveled), taking an airplane may have less impact than driving solo in a large car. Still, buses and trains are the greenest option, and, on the most traveled weekend of the year, they’re used by only 2-3% of Americans, which means fewer crowds for a happier you. Decorate with nature What could be better than the natural colors of the season? Assemble centerpieces using gourds, apples and pinecones. Fill glass bowls with colorful leaves, walnuts and cranberries. Kids can write guests’ names on rocks or shells to create table place cards. Check out these other ideas for decorating with nature. Buy a local turkey It’s the best way to know exactly what you’re eating. The typical Butterball is a non-flying, antibiotic-injected creature with added “flavors.” There are a … Continue reading

November’s Top 5 Eco Crafts

Eco-Friendly Crafts for Thanksgiving | Eco-Mothering.com

Welcome to the third installment of my monthly eco-friendly arts and craft projects gathered from around the Internet. While some projects require adult supervision, they are a fun, educational and green hobby for your kids. This month’s collection includes five Thanksgiving-themed crafts. It’s pretty amazing what you can create just by repurposing everyday items. Enjoy! Pinecone Turkeys Junk Mail Turkey Place Cards Wine Cork Turkey Place Cards Candlelit Fall Leaf Centerpiece Mayflower Crayon Holder This post is featured on Frugal Days, Sustainable Ways, Works for Me Wednesday and Natural Living Monday.