Vaska is the producer of green, botanically based laundry products. Launched this month, Vaska's environmentally-friendly products are available at more than 900 Target stores in addition to Duane Reade stores in New York City. Vaska is the healthy alternative to highly toxic and synthetic detergents currently on the market.

I received two samples of products from Vaska's home laundry product line: Herbatergen and Oxygenbleach.

Herbatergent liquid laundry detergent uses real lavender and potent botanical cleaning agents to clean clothing and linens effectively without harmful chemicals. I used this to clean the bed sheets, and they felt and smelled amazing after the wash! Herbatergent is available in Light Lavender or Scent Free, and is free of the traditional chemicals that damage fabrics and cause skin irritation. $9.99 for 48oz and $15.99 for 96oz.

Oxygenbleach is a natural, chlorine free bleach that makes whites sparkle and keeps color garments bright. I used this to clean a regular load of whites and a separate load of darks. The whites came out looking noticeably fresher than I remember, and both loads came out completely clean and free of stains and odors. Oxygenbleach's ingredients include hydrogen peroxide, plant based surfactants and filtered water. $6.99 for a 48 oz bottle.

Vaska is among a select number of companies that have earned recognition by the US Environmental Protection Agency's Design for the Environment Program. In 2008, Vaska was awarded "champion" status - the highest level of recognition under the EPA's Safer Detergents Stewardship Initiative.

To see the complete list of Vaska products and to learn more, visit www.vaskahome.com. Highly recommended!

I did receive samples as compensation for this post. However, the opinions expressed are my own and not influenced by the free product.

Haha they look like teeth! Cool idea, though.

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This college season, graduation at many institutions features caps and gowns made from recycled plastic bottles. We love that kind of green!

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Very interesting!

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Consider stepping out of the backcountry and into the office with one of Wood Thumb‘s quirky reclaimed-wood ties.

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Sometimes, discovery is about putting things together in new ways. We know that mushrooms can be great at breaking down pollutants, and we know that disposable diapers are a huge problem, with mountains of the slow-degrading poop-containers filling up landfills... So how about finding a kind of mushrooms that fests on diapers? That what researchers at the Metropolitan University in Mexico City have apparently done...

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Ever Wanted To Put Your Shoes On Display? Well Now, Your Shoes Can Become a Piece of Art...

Bronx-based, multimedia artist Melissa A. Calderon is seeking donations of old shoes to be included in a large scale sculpture. Below is a mock-up of the proposed sculpture. Donations are currently being accepted now through the summer – until the goal of 500 pairs of shoes is met. The artist is looking specifically for women’s high heel or work/dress shoes – dressy flats are acceptable as well.

For Drop Off Info To Contact the Artist: Melissa A. Calderon www.melissacalderon.com 914.246.1851 melissaacalderon@gmail.com

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Recycle your shoes with Reuse-A-Shoe at Nike stores, Converse stores and other locations and help us turn them into Nike Grind, a material used in sports surfaces like tracks, playgrounds and gym flooring. Learn more about sneaker recycling and Nike sustainability today.

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SAN FRANCISCO — StubHub, the world’s largest ticket marketplace, is launching the Take Off Your Boots campaign to collect shoes for the charity Soles4Souls, and giving away tickets to the U2 360° Tour to those who participate. From May through July, StubHub with the help of Hard Rock Cafe, will host events in Denver, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle to collect new or gently used shoes. In exchange for donating a pair of shoes at these events, fans will receive a pair of U2 tickets.

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I bet this guy wouldn't mind that they were a little worn....All over the world (and in the United States), there are people who would be happy to enjoy your discarded shoes. Soles4Souls® is a shoe charity that collects gently worn shoes and monies to provide shoes to those in need. The donation of shoes gives someone the hope for a better tomorrow. Donating shoes to Soles4Souls shoe charity is a great way to recycle shoes. Donate shoes today.

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April 14th- April 20th, Crocs partnered with organizations in Haiti to distribute shoes to and support the people who were affected by the earthquake. Crocs donated around 10,000 pairs of shoes to long time partner, Unicef, after the earthquake hit in Haiti. These shoes were distributed to children throughout Port Au Prince who are living in Displaced Person’s Camps, schools, Child Protection locations (Child Friendly Spaces) and Residential Care units. In Haiti this week we donated hundreds of these shoes to children living in the displaced persons camp outside of Port Au Prince. Crocs Cares program manager Melissa, states:”We donate shoes in order to provide protection for the these kids’ feet and to those children who may never be able to acquire a new pair of shoes. When you hand these children a new pair of brightly colored shoes you see the excitement in their faces and their eyes light up. I even saw shoes on kids that we took to Haiti 5 years ago!”

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With all the over-built, over-hyped products out there, it's pretty hard to ?nd sustainable shoes that you can live with. So we started Simple, your stereotypical, anti-stereotype brand offering good shoes and a big dose of reality.

About a gazillion pairs later... give or take a few... we've managed to learn a few things. Well, actually a lot of things. And none more important than this: HOW we make our shoes is just as important as WHY we make them. That means finding more sustainable ways of doing business so we can make a gazillion more. Which pretty much is where we are today... at the crossroads of here and now, aware of our responsibility to the planet while trying to pay the bills. The nice little shoe company getting in touch with its inner hippie.

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Naya Shoes uses soft leathers, breathable leather linings and layers of premium cushioning to develop comfortable, environmentally thoughtful footwear.

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NEUAURA is committed to bringing uncompromising fashion footwear to animal-friendly consumers. The company's purpose is to provide fun and exciting quality footwear that does not involve unnecessary harm to animals and to the environment. Season after season they introduce fresh, innovative and beautiful styles! To learn more about how Neuaura is Eco-Conscious, visit NeuauraShoes.com.

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Photographed by my friend in Union Square: Dog seriously considers watering human tree. LOL what a way to celebrate Earth Day. Photo: http://yfrog.com/h6x9lpj

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Fancy yourself as a bit of a green thumb? Then this could be the ultimate in statement jewelry for you. An experiment designed to draw together man and nature...

So cool!

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I made a pledge to walk when I can, and to turn out the lights when I'm not using them! What will you pledge for Earth Day?

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Swedish Hasbeens are not fading film stars, they are this summer's hottest shoe. Made under sustainable conditions, out of pure, natural wood, with replaceable soles, they are almost eco too.

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Sending a child to college? Read this!

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Size: 2.8" x 1.2" These earrings are laser cut and made from a very thin strong multi-layered wood. The coloring is stained into the wood with a non-toxic natural dye. All earring findings are silver-plated surgical steel and nickel-free for sensitive ears. Made in the USA.

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Size: 2". These earrings are laser cut and made from a very thin strong multi-layered wood. The coloring is stained into the wood with a non-toxic natural dye. All earring findings are silver-plated surgical steel and nickel-free for sensitive ears. Available in Fuchsia (as shown). Made in the USA.

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Size: 2" x .75". These earrings are laser cut and made from a very thin strong multi-layered wood. The coloring is stained into the wood with a non-toxic natural dye. All earring findings are silver-plated surgical steel and nickel-free for sensitive ears. Available in Purple (as shown). Made in the USA.

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Size: 2.30" x 1.34". These earrings are laser cut and made from a very thin strong multi-layered wood. The coloring is stained into the wood with a non-toxic natural dye. All earring findings are silver-plated surgical steel and nickel-free for sensitive ears. Available in Apple Green (as shown). Made in the USA.

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Size: 2" x .9". These earrings are laser cut and made from a very thin strong multi-layered wood. The coloring is stained into the wood with a non-toxic natural dye. All earring findings are silver-plated surgical steel and nickel-free for sensitive ears. Available in Kelly Green (as shown). Made in the USA.

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Size: 2" x .9". These earrings are laser cut and made from a very thin strong multi-layered wood. The coloring is stained into the wood with a non-toxic natural dye. All earring findings are silver-plated surgical steel and nickel-free for sensitive ears. Available in Purple (as shown). Made in the USA.

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Size: 2" x 1.35"

These earrings are laser cut and made from a very thin strong multi-layered wood. The coloring is stained into the wood with a non-toxic natural dye. All earring findings are silver-plated surgical steel and nickel-free for sensitive ears. Made in the USA. Available in Red (as shown).

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Size: 2" x 1.1"

These earrings are laser cut and made from a very thin strong multi-layered wood. The coloring is stained into the wood with a non-toxic natural dye. All earring findings are silver-plated surgical steel and nickel-free for sensitive ears. Made in the USA. Available in Brown (as shown).

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Size: 2" x .75". These earrings are laser cut and made from a very thin strong multi-layered wood. The coloring is stained into the wood with a non-toxic natural dye. All earring findings are silver-plated surgical steel and nickel-free for sensitive ears. Available in Evening Blue (as shown). Made in the USA.

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This rose is extremely detailed and delicate. Size: 2" x 2".

These earrings are laser cut and made from a very thin strong multi-layered wood. The coloring is stained into the wood with a non-toxic natural dye. All earring findings are silver-plated surgical steel and nickel-free for sensitive ears. Made in the USA.

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The Stewart + Brown Knotted Dress is made of 100% organic cotton woven. Made in the USA. Machine wash in cold water. Available in Cargo Green (as shown).

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The Stewart + Brown Sahara Lengthened Skirt/Dress is made of 96% hemp and 4% spandex. Made in the USA. Machine wash in cold water. Available in Cargo Safari Print (as shown).

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The Stewart + Brown S/S Lengthened Tee is made of 100% organic cotton. Made in the USA. Machine wash in cold water. Available in Cardinal and Admiral Blue.

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The Eda Betty Cameo Necklace is designed using a variety of vintage and new components. Made of three attached different length gold chains along with a vintage cameo. The timeless style in these couture designs allows you to wear this item from the most formal black tie occasion down to a white tank top, jeans, and flip flops and EVERYTHING in between.

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The Eda Betty Cameo Necklace is designed using a variety of vintage and new components. Made of three attached different length silver chains along with a vintage cameo. The timeless style in these couture designs allows you to wear this item from the most formal black tie occasion down to a white tank top, jeans, and flip flops and EVERYTHING in between.

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The Eda Betty Chandelier Crystal Necklace is designed using a variety of vintage and new components. It can be worn in several different ways because the large Swarovski crystal is removable with a lobster claw clasp and the crystal chain can be wrapped as many times as you like. The timeless style in these couture designs allows you to wear this item from the most formal black tie occasion down to a white tank top, jeans, and flip flops and EVERYTHING in between.

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The Eda Betty Waterfall Necklace is designed using a variety of vintage and new components. Made of gorgeous layers of chandelier crystals along with vintage aluminum assuring true originality and amazing quality allowing your new collectable to be worn for many great occasions and passed down for generations to come. The timeless style in these couture designs allows you to wear this item from the most formal black tie occasion down to a white tank top, jeans, and flip flops and EVERYTHING in between.

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The Eda Betty Waterfall Necklace is designed using a variety of vintage and new components. Made of gorgeous layers of vintage aluminum assuring true originality and amazing quality allowing your new collectable to be worn for many great occasions and passed down for generations to come. The timeless style in these couture designs allows you to wear this item from the most formal black tie occasion down to a white tank top, jeans, and flip flops and EVERYTHING in between.

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Be the earth friendly girl-on-the-go that you are with the ultra feminine and functional Mia iPhone case. In this case, size does matter—fitting your most needed necessities without the bulk. Perfectly fit for your trusty iPhone, a secure chain for your keys, and a grab and go wrist-let makes the Mia must have for every woman.

Dimensions

• 2.875"H x 4.875"W x 1.1"D.

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Sophisticated, stately, and now resort chic! The Sophie is this year’s getaway got-to-have. Made with a cotton and linen blend paired with an unexpected fashion-forward twist of vintage-inspired quilting and metal accented double handles, the Sophie is all a jet-setting fashionista could ask for!

Dimensions

• 11"H x 15"W x 4.7"D. • 7.5" drop from handle.

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Size: 3" x .6". These earrings are laser cut and made from a very thin strong multi-layered wood. The coloring is stained into the wood with a non-toxic natural dye. All earring findings are silver-plated surgical steel and nickel-free for sensitive ears. Available in Natural (as shown). Made in the USA.

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The Elroy Jaspoine Jumper has long sleeves, gathered cuffs, button front, drawstring waist, and front pockets. Made with 100% tencel denim. Available in Ice Denim (as shown).

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The Elroy Cypress Shorts have a pleated front with a wide waistband, belt loops at center back, and front pockets. Made with 100% tencel denim. Available in Ice Denim.

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The Elroy Mandrake Cardigan has a button front with side pockets and 3/4 length sleeves. Made of 100% organic cotton knit. This cardigan is available in grey (as shown).

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The Elroy Puya Dress has a draped cowl front, racer strap back, and small pleats at front seams. Made of 95% organic cotton and 5% spandex. This sexy dress is available in turquoise (as shown).

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The Elroy Wisteria Dress has a v-neckline, rounded shoulders, and draped sided pocket front. Made of 95% organic cotton and 5% spandex. This adorable dress is available in white with an oragami bird print (as shown).

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The Clematis dress by EcoSkin is made of 100% organic cotton in a heavier knit perfect for your year-round layering wardrobe.

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Eco-friendly bamboo knit dress from ecoSkin features a cowl neckline, long sleeves and open shoulder detail. The drop waist give this style a blouse-y feel with a fitted knee-length skirt.

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An eco-friendly, knee length bamboo dress with long sleeves and a wrap style bodice that is flattering for every body type.

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Omega dress is part of ecoSkin Spring 2011 Collection - great piece that can be worn four different ways - halter dress, cap sleeves, strapless or asymmetrical. Made of bamboo. Flattering fit for all

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