5 Great Ideas For DIY Green Holiday Decor

Is that time of the year again when every family is looking for new great ideas for holiday decorations.We were looking for some DIY projects for green holiday home decor and we would like to share with you our top findings:

1. Reuse old small bulbs with a little glitter and a nice vase (feel free to use any colors you like)

2. Recycle an old skate with a  little paint, red organza instead of laces, foam inside and your choice of decoration

3. Make a great impression with this DIY table centerpiece: upside-down wine glasses with few small ornaments and candles on top

4. Christmas tree decorations made from bottle caps with a bit of paint, imagination and a glittery ribbon (and lots of love)

 5. Other kind of creative Christmas tree made only from a few sets of lights on a wall and ornaments

These projects will bring you joy and excitement and a different approach to holidays decorations.
And don't forget: you can create your own and unique way to manifest the holidays spirit!


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2 Simple Steps To A Healthy Looking Skin

Protect your skin naturally from the harmful sun rays, from pollution and other environmental harmful factors using simple products that you already have in your pantry.
Here are 2 steps to keep your healthy looking skin on just pennies:

Step 1- Scrub away! 
Natural skin scrub made with the juice from 1 lemon, 1 tbs. baking soda and 1/2 tbs. olive oil. Combine all together, mix well and massage on your face with circular motions for about 5 minutes. The acidity from the lemon juice will soften the dead skin cells and the baking soda will wipe them away while the olive oil will softly moisturize while scrubbing. 

Step 2 - Hydrate!
Make a mixture from 1/2 avocado, 1 tbs. organic honey and 1/2 tbs. mayonnaise. Let sit in the fridge for about 10-15 minutes and then apply cold to your face. Keep this mask on your skin for 30 minutes then rinse away with lukewarm water. Discard any remaining mixture as best results are obtained with fresh mixture.

Voila! After these 2 simple steps your face will feel fresh and smooth, glowing after exfoliating old layers of dead skin and ultimately healthy!



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Our Pets And The Organic World

So, you eat organic, you take your vitamins,you exercise and all of this to stay healthy. Good job! But how about the other member of the family, the furry one- your loving pet? Is he active enough, eats nutritious food, is he playing with safe toys, is he getting enough supplements? The lifestyle, the quality of food and products they use are also of most importance to them as they are to us. They offer unconditional love and is our responsibility to take care of their health and well-being. 
Real Style Organic Living is dedicated to offer quality organic products to the pets out there: pillows and beds made from hemp or organic cotton with eco-friendly fillings, a variety of colorful toys made from recyclable materials, non-toxic, BPA and phthalate free and eco-friendly dog sweaters. Several studies have shown that pets are very sensitive (as sensitive as children) to chemicals from the environment including the ones from home like chemical cleaning solutions, carpets, paints and air deodorizers.
As pet lovers we know that by making healthy choices for our pets will ensure a long-life of happiness.

Bumper Bed® with hemp is naturally odor resistant and antimicrobial manufactured with 55% organic hemp and 45% recycled polyester cover and the cushion on the inside of the bed is made from IntelliLoft™ - an innovative material made from plastic bottles. This eco-friendly pet bed is available in 4 different sizes and 2 colors to match your home decor and will ensure your friend gets a great sleep! Proudly made in the USA.

Bumper Bed® with organic cotton is made with organic cotton grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers and is Oeko-Tex certified (a third party ecological certifier). The removable organic cotton cover is machine washable and the inside pillow has 100% recycled fill. With a clean and crisp feel there is no better designer pillow for the pets, people and the planet. Made in the USA in 5 different colors and 4 sizes.

Heyday Bed® for Dogs is another must-have for your dear friend. The velvety Microsuede® fabric is resistant to stains, fur and claws, is easy to wipe and machine washable. Is the great choice of eco-friendly comfort in crates, at home or on the road. The product is also Oeko-Tex certified to make sure there are no harmful substances.

Zogoflex® Toys are the new generation of eco-friendly toys for pets and they are safe on every level: BPA-free, phthalate free, non-toxic and FDA compliant. Engineered from the incredibly soft yet durable Zogoflex® material these toys are tailor-made for heavy chewers, relentless fetchers or playful dogs. These toys are available in a large variety of designs, colors, shapes and some of them are even stuffable with treats! The frisbee disc, the Hurley bone, the Tux ball, the Bumi or the Twiz - there is something for every pet to ensure hours of play and happiness.

Eco-friendly Dog Sweaters to keep dogs comfy, cozy and in love with the outdoors are made from reclaimed cotton with dog-friendly design, quick-dry and are bacteria resistant. These sweaters are comfy on dogs, chic for fashion-minded canines and gentle on the planet. Available in different models, colors, easy to pull-on and pull-off, with fashionable zippers or without, they are always a good choice for rainy or chilly days, guaranteed to create a warm-fuzzy feeling.



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Green Gifts To Celebrate Mother's Day

This year celebrate Mother's love with a memorable green gift. Choose your Mom a special eco-friendly gift, as special as she is to celebrate Mother's Day and harmonize with Mother nature. Show your love and appreciation for her endless patience, support and devotion with gifts made from recycled materials or from organic sources, gifts that Mom is sure to love and make her smile!

1/ Eco-friendly clothing are always a good gifts for Mom. And because sometimes is hard to guess the size you can not go wrong with the ecoKashmere bamboo skirt. Soft and silky made from viscose from organic bamboo blends with organic cotton and  a touch of spandex in a large variety of colors is a must have for every Mom.

2/ Organic cotton bath robe is just perfect for Mom to relax after a long day. This heavenly soft and lightweight bathrobe is created to give the spa like feeling every time is worn. Available in 2 colors-white and light grey will sure make Mom smile while she feels pampered. And don't forget the matching cotton spa slippers!

3/ If Mom is a yoga enthusiast then the Manduka eKo lite yoga mat is the perfect gift for her.This is the most durable eco-friendly mat today with no PVC or toxic plasticizers, is natural, biodegradable and lightweight. Let Mom step in style to her next yoga class!

4/ Women love bed linens and they really appreciate a good and comfortable sleep in quality beddings. There are countless possibilities to make Mom happy with a beautiful certified organic cotton bed sheet set, natural pillows in all sizes or the incredible hand-made dual-weight comforter that Mom will use all year round!

5/ If fashion is what makes Mom happy then the Unwind Cardigan is a great Mother's Day gift. Roomy and relaxed fit is created for optimum comfort and freedom of movement. Eco-friendly, vegan and organic this cardigan will be Mom's favourite because is so versatile that mom will wear it with any outfit and any occasion. 

"No one will ever love you like your Mother loves you" so take this opportunity to show her your feelings with eco-friendly Thank You Mom gifts! 

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Healthy Beauty With DIY Natural Products

When it comes to cosmetics we are all very attracted by the beautiful packaging, great smell or inventive jar shapes and we throw ourselves over pricey products without even bothering to read the ingredients on those labels. And there we are, at home in our bathroom piling up the little cabinet yet with another nice jar of cream that actually does not work on your skin! Sounds familiar? So, instead of wasting money, time and causing health damages with those over-the-counter cosmetics how about try to make your own cream that fits your skin type better yet with ingredients from your pantry! Here are three recipes for a DIY, organic beauty products that can be made easily at home by anyone and they are parabens and chemicals free.

1. Body Scrub
1/2 cup epsom salt;
2 tbs. coconut oil;
3 drops mint oil.
Mix well the first 2 ingredients until get a paste and then add the third one and mix a little bit longer. Store the paste into an airtight container. Use it in the shower by applying a small amount over your body with a loofah to get maximum result. Benefits: skin gets scrubbed due to the epsom salt, hydrated due to the coconut oil and invigorated due to the mint oil. Best time to use it: morning showers for an uplifting effect.

2. Hair Conditioner with only 2 ingredients:
1/2 avocado;
1 tbs. coconut oil.
Mix well the two ingredients into a glass bowl. Apply on dry hair before shower. Cover hair with a plastic shower cap for 20 minutes. Wash your hair as usual with your shampoo and do not apply any conditioner. Hair will become silky with a healthy body texture. For better results apply this hair mask every week. For even better results use an organic shampoo without harsh chemicals.

3. Foot Balm
3 tbs.coconut oil;
1 tbs. shea butter;
10 drops tea tree essential oil.
Mix the first two ingredients over low heat until melted then add the tea tree oil and stir.Store in an airtight container. Massage feet with this moisturizer focusing on dry and cracked areas and use soft socks to cover your feet immediately.Store cream in refrigerator. Use 2-3 times/week for incredible soft and relaxed feet. The bonus is the tea tree oil that has antifungal benefits besides the deep moisturizing from coconut oil and shea butter mixture.



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Eco-Friendly Home Decor With Recycled Cotton Rugs

Rugs and carpets made from several organic and green materials like bamboo, seagrass, cotton or jute are on the market for many years and their popularity is actually growing as more and more people are moving their attention to a green environment in their homes. More people are becoming Earth conscious and health conscious and they realize the harm of toxic chemicals and volatile organic compounds in regular carpets and rugs. But rugs made from recycled materials, like in recycled cotton, recycled paper or recycled bottles? YES! A new era in organic and sustainable home decor is growing as recycle tend to be a normal approach for the future. Either for living room, bedroom, patio or baby's room, organic rugs are the choice to go with due to their sustainable quality. 
RealStyleOrganicLiving is pleased to announce the addition of new rugs made from recycled materials. 

Excellent contemporary look our new recycled cotton rugs are designed in 3 different pattern with abundant colors that will made them easy to match to any room: onion-shape pattern, concentric circles pattern and diamond like pattern. The ultra-plush pile is hand tufted using recycled cotton from the garment industry with a backing made from cotton and natural latex and they are available in 5 different sizes.

Eco-friendly and recycled materials rugs are the choice for creating an environmentally conscious home decor with unlimited possibilities of designs, colors and patterns.

To shop this collection please visit www.realstyleorganicliving.com 

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Tips For Recycling At Home

The amount of waste is increasing every day and this waste has a negative impact on our planet and our life quality; the need to recycle has never been greater. By following these simple tips at home we can reduce this waste, reduce planet pollution, save trees and conserve water and natural resources and contribute to creating a greener world.

1/ When doing laundry instead of using your dryer just hand out your clothes to save energy, money and get clothes that smell fresh;

2/ Fill your dishwasher every time you use it and turn on the kitchen hot water faucet for a few seconds prior to starting dishwasher;

3/ Donate your unwanted magazines, books, clothes, toys, small appliances or any other household item– there is always someone who needs them;

4/ Be part of the recycling program – purchase only items made from recycled materials or natural sources – this will have a huge impact on our landfills and our planet;

5/ Learn to compost your fruit and vegetables scraps to obtain a natural fertilizer for your garden;

6/ Save ink and paper when printing on both sides of your paper or even better save all the info on your computer whenever possible;

7/ Recycle all your paper, cans, plastic or glass bottles;

8/ Bring your own bag or basket when shopping for grocery; refuse any unwanted bags or packaging to reduce waste;

9/ When shopping for new appliances look for the energy efficient information;

10/ Unplug your small appliances or electronics when not in use;

11/ Be creative when buying gifts – expensive is not always better; create your own cards, save gift bags and reuse them, create your own floral arrangements or use recycled paper gift wrap;

12/ Refrain from buying more then you need and this way can reduce the waste;

13/ Use rechargeable batteries, refill printer cartridges, buy low energy bulbs, and recycle mobile phones.

14/ Reduce the use of chemicals and synthetics in your home: toxic housecleaning products, synthetic clothing and beddings or any other household items.

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Spring Up Your Bedroom With Organic Cotton Bed Linens

Is spring again and is time again to start fresh! And what better way to a fresh start other than spring up your home, your wardrobe and your life! Bring in your bedroom the smell and purity of spring with organic cotton linens, fresh and crisp sheets, duvet covers, pillows and throws made by reputable manufacturers from certified organic cotton. 
Did you know that organic cotton linens are healthy as reduces exposure to chemicals while sleeping, they are a great choice for people with allergies or sensitive skin and very beneficial for babies? 
Real Style Organic Living has updated the line of Home Decor products with a large variety of organic bedding and organic bathing products: sateen, percale and flannel sheets, pillowcases and duvet covers, all made from 100% Fairtrade Certified and GOTS Organic Cotton are presented in a nice range of colors to match the most sophisticated and modern bedroom. Assorted colors and sizes of ultra-soft towels also made from the same certified organic cotton are designed to complete any bathroom finish. And how else could you finish a long day other than a nice bath -with organic body care products and a soft and cozy bathrobe and matching spa like slippers.
The honeycomb and lose cable knit pattern of our throws and pillows is both old and modern and will bring back a lot of childhood memories but the soft colors and wooden buttons accents will dress-up any room. These products were nominated as finalist at the New York International Gift Fair in 2013.
Bring the spring home today and shop the collection at: realstyleorganicliving.com .

                                         


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8 Smart Decluttering Tips

Slowly, slowly the spring is coming! This is the natural course of things and after a cold and long winter the sun slowly begins to warm up our homes and our hearts. Spring is the best time to start cleaning and decluttering all that overload that your house accumulated over the past few months. 
Spring is the time to start fresh, to update your home decor and your wardrobe. 
Questions to ask yourself before starting the work: 
Do I really need this item? Do I use it? Do I love it?
If you answer YES to any of the above then keep it! But if you are hesitating then maybe is the time to pass it on.

When start decluttering use these smart tips to make the job easier:
1/ Start the job when you have at least 30 minutes available - is a time consuming work;
2/ One room at the time to avoid chaos;
3/ Sort your stuff into 3 categories: keep it; donate it and toss it;
4/ Use baskets to organize small items: controllers, cords, mail, keys, gloves, sunglasses, aso.
5/ Use vacuum bags for storing your winter clothes, heavy bedding items, sleeping bags or pillows;
6/ While in the declutter process avoid any entertaining shopping;
7/ Donate your old books, children books and magazines to friends, family or the library; you can do the same with about anything else in your house and this will make you feel good knowing that you are recycling.
8/ Establish a replacement policy: for every new item that comes in, an old one has to go. And since you are getting new stuff go for the green ones -makes more sense! 

Done! Good job, you are now ready to start the work!

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6 Important Products For Baby's Organic Living

Nowadays the market is flooded with a wide variety of synthetic baby products and with all kind of toxic chemical additives that have a negative impact on child's health. For this reason parents are encouraged to pay special attention when selecting baby products. Starting with the air they breathe and the clothes they wear all these products influences a child's growth and health. Want to have a happy and healthy baby? Choose for him certified organic products to guarantee a healthy life start. 
Real Style Organic Living has chosen 6 important products for baby's organic living.
1. Organic baby clothing - are very important for baby's delicate skin. Choose certified organic cotton or bamboo for baby clothing as these are guaranteed pesticide free, hypoallergenic - no harsh toxins to irritate the skin and breathable.
2. Organic crib mattress - to reduce the exposure to toxins while baby is sleeping. Hand made with love from certified organic cotton and eco-wool batting. 
3. Organic nursing pillow - made also from organic cotton and eco-wool batting to ensure a comfortable position for mother and baby while feeding.
4. Organic skin care for baby : shampoo, body wash, diaper cream and sun & wind protection. Chemicals from skin care products are absorbed into the bloodstream within 20 seconds so it is important to use organic products for baby's sensitive skin.
5. Eco-friendly toys are safe for baby and children and eliminates the fear that they are ingesting harmful toxins. Toys made from recycled materials or from natural wood painted with safe paint are the best choice.
6. Eco-friendly rug in baby's room as they are most affected by the chemical emission of toxins from flooring cover. A soft and silky shag made from 50% cotton and 50% bamboo is always a much better option.

 











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Organic Bath Accessories Preview

We have received several inquiries from our customers and friends about organic bath accessories: towels, robes, shower curtains, slippers, wash cloths, aso. In our desire to keep our online store up-to-date and offer our customers a large range of organic products for entire family, home and pets we are pleased to offer a preview of the category to be added to our boutique: Organic Bath. 

The new Organic Bath section will contain organic bath accessories for baby and family made from 100% certified organic cotton: delicate high quality organic towels (bath, face and wash cloths)  in several colors, soft and luxurious unisex bath robes, organic cotton baby bath wraps in vivid colors and spa like slippers for men and women. 

Real Style Organic Living is determined to outsource items from reputable manufacturers of organic products, certified manufacturers and produced in socially responsible manufacturing facilities.

The entire new selection offered is soft, high quality and the towels are quick to dry and highly absorbent and will be presented under the Home Decor category. These organic cotton towels and bath accessories just feel good and make great gifts.

The new collection is scheduled to be available on our online boutique by mid of March 2014 in a large range of colors and products.

For any question about the new collection please contact Real Style Organic Living by email at: contactus@realstyleorganicliving.com or by phone: 1-888-494-6867.

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Celebrate Valentine's Day With Green Lingerie

Here we are again, at the beginning of a new month: February! 
A new month, a new beginning! And because we celebrate Valentine's Day this month why not say that February is the month of love? Generally speaking, February being a winter month is associated with cold and snow; so how about we warm it up with LOVE! 
Realstyleorganicliving.com has several suggestions to celebrate love with beautiful green products and to show love to our Earth and environment also.
1/ Ecolux Capri Pants - made from organic bamboo with a hint of spandex are extremely comfortable, soft and delicate, perfect for sleep or wear around the house. Stretch fit, comfort waistband and lace trim at the hems is available in a large range of attractive colors: aqua blue, black, chartreuse green, white cloud and raspberry  margarita red.
2/ Ecolux Lace Boy Short - with a perfect fit and trimmed in stretch lace made from organic bamboo and spandex. Very soft and comfortable will make you feel the difference and appreciate the quality of green lingerie with the same chic sensation. Also available in the same range of colors as our Capri pants.
3/ Ecolux Lace Cami - a flirtatious camisole that you can wear as lingerie or as little nothing underneath has adjustable straps to get a great fit. You can pair this with the a matching boy short as a lingerie or Capri pants for lounging on your Valentine Day! (or any other day). Made from green sources, organic bamboo and Spandex blend, available in different color for every taste: black, cloud white, raspberry margarita red, 
aqua blue and chartreuse green.
Realstyleorganicliving.com invites you to this Valentine's Day to try and experience the beauty of organic lingerie! Made from high quality organic bamboo in perfect combination with a bit of spandex-just enough to offer support and elasticity, our lingerie will make you to reconsider your lingerie wardrobe. 
Take advantage of our promotional offer for Valentine's Day with 14% off any item from our boutique.
Happy Green Valentine's Day!

For any question please feel free to contact us by phone 1-888-494-6867 or email: contactus@realstyleorganicliving.com

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Aromatherapy for Stress Relief

Are you felling tiered, stressed and weary? There are other options then medications-more natural and healthier options! Aromatherapy is one of them! Aromatherapy is the art of using essential oils from various plants, flowers, herbs, woods and spices to promote mental well being, to relieve stress, improve breathing and strengthen the immune system. Since ancient time essential oils were used through direct inhalation, bath, massage or aerial diffusion.

Aromatherapy is a natural way to relieve stress by inducing a sense of well being through the essential oils. Most popular oils used for stress relief:

Lavender oil promotes a state of calm, releases nervousness and agitation.

Peppermint oil promotes mental clarity, anti-anxiety, enhances alertness and reduces pain.

Jasmine oil induces the state of confidence and optimism, relives headaches and insomnia.

Citrus oil promotes relaxation, is invigorating and immune stimulating.

Sandalwood oil balances emotions, promotes relaxation and meditation.

When buying essential oils make sure they are 100% natural and pure, usually they are sold in small bottle because are highly concentrated and just a few drops are needed to achieve the goal.

Before using any essential oil make sure to read and follow manufacturer’s instructions; for best results of aromatherapy use a certified practitioner.

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10 Ways To Be More Eco-Friendly

By making simple changes every day we can all improve the quality of life on earth and we can all contribute to a cleaner and safer environment. 

Here are 10 ways to help you be more eco-friendly and bring your own contribution for a better life on our planet.

1. Share your books and magazines with your friends and family and after you done reading you could donate them to different organizations or offices (like your doctor’s office).

 2. Don’t throw away your used grocery bags and re-use them to scoop after your pet or for any other small trash in your house.

3. Use fluorescent, LED or halogen bulbs instead of the conventional ones.

4. Wear only natural fabric clothes –cotton, bamboo, hemp, wool –is safer for you and environment.

5. Buy only eco-friendly toys for kids and pets- they don’t know the difference but you do!

6. Use natural cosmetics without parabens or artificial fragrances.

7. Use online services whenever possible to cut the waste of paper.

8. Change your furnace filters according with the manufacturer’s recommendations to increase the furnace performance and reduce heating costs.

9. Forget about plastics and buy eco-friendly products for your home: furniture, rugs, carpets, bedding, and kitchen accessories.

10. Using these simple ingredients:vinegar, baking soda,salt and lemon juice you can make your own cleaning solutions and they are healthier for you and for the environment.

By taking small steps at the beginning of every year and adding the eco-friendly lifestyle on our New Year's resolutions list we could all live a happier and healthier life, now and in the future.

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