Tip Tuesday: Tune Up Your Air Conditioner

Tune Up Your Air Conditioner: you could save up to 220 pounds of carbon and $14 per year.

*This it was from The Green Book by Elizabeth Rogers and Thomas M. Kostigen

Project Hair

Since I have been trying (but failing) to grow out my hair, I have decided, that for the month of August I am going to be using only organic products for my hair. That's right, no more checmial shampoos, condictioners or styling products. I also thought it would be a great idea to try out some homemade hair recipes, and share them with you. Stay tuned for a recipe coming up soon.

Vegan Shoes

 While I was browsing some of my favourite online shops, I came across an interesting page on Lulu's website; vegan shoes?!  Even though I am not a vegan, I have searched up vegan shoes before, and normally they look quit... unfashionable. So imagine my surprise when I came across 435 pairs of stylish vegan shoes. Here's just a taste of the shoes they have. 

Check out more vegan shoes at Lulu's

Vegan Meals: Peanut Butter Power Shake

This is a recipe I found in the June/July issue of Seventeen Magazine. However, I substituted the skim milk with almond milk for a vegan option.

YOU WILL NEED...
Almond milk
a banana
ice
peanut butter
(the amount you add decides on the amount and taste you want)

DIRECTIONS
Mix all the ingredients in a blender for about a one minute, or until creamy. Pour into a glass and enjoy.

Vegetarian Meals: Protein Pancakes

Looking for a healthy, and protein packed recipe for breakfast, well look no further because here is a recipe for protein pancakes by Tone It Up. Especially perfect for vegetarians who are looking for an extra boost of protein. 

Click Here for the Recipe 

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Ocean View

Day 31 of 31 Days of December: Happy New Year

Now that the 31 days of December challenge is coming to an end

Hopefully we found a way to help the planet mend

Don't forget to check in January first

To fill your thirst

Because there are new changes coming to this blog

Maybe even a frog

HAPPY NEW YEAR

& ALL THE BEST IN 2012

Day 30 of 31 Days of December: Vegetarian Meals

Lately I have been coming across a lot of vegetarian recipes. Therefore for day 30 I have decided to share two recipes that I think taste delicious. 

Spinach and Feta Pie

This is definitely one of my favourite recipes. It looks very difficult to make, but it is actually pretty simple.

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Creamy au Gratin Potatoes

This is another yummy meal that is really easy to make.

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Day 29 of 31 Days of December: Mini Potato Skins

This easy vegetarian appetizer is perfect for any party or get together during or after the holidays. (If you want the vegetarian version remove the prosciutto)

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Day 28 of 31 Days of December: Tomato Bruschetta

 If your planning a New Years Eve party or any other holiday event try preparing a tomato bruschetta as an appetizer for your guests. (especially if they are vegetarian or vegans)

Click here for the recipe

Helpful Hint

If your guest are vegans you can skip the cheese.

If your guest are not vegans you add also add the cheese but not melt it.

Day 27 of 31 Days of December: Spicy and Sweet Nuts

Nuts are the perfect snack when lounging around. They are small, yet packed with protein, which is perfect for any vegetarian or vegan.

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Day 26 of 31 Days of December: Mashed Sweet Potatoes

One of my favourite foods to enjoy during the holidays would have to be mashed sweet potatoes. They are made just like mashed pototes but have much more flavour. 

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Day 25 of 31 Days of December: Merry Christmas

For today`s post I just wanted to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, or Happy Holidays to those who do not celebrate Christmas!

Day 24 of 31 Days of December: Recycle your Gift Wrap

Recycle your Gift Wrap: When your done opening your presents instead of throwing out your wrapping paper, recycle them.

Day 23 of 31 Days of December: Turn off your Christmas Lights During the Day

 Turn off your Christmas Lights During the Day: Save some electricity by turning off your Christmas lights during the day. Since there is light outside during the day there is no reason to have your Christmas lights on during that time.

Day 22 of 31 Days of December: Vegan Sugar Cookies

This recipe for sugar cookies does not contain eggs or milk so it is perfect for vegans.I love making these around the holidays because they are so good and quick to make.

You Will Need

1 cup butter
1/2 cup icing sugar
1 1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup corn starch
1tsp salt

How to Make Them

Sift the flour, icing sugar, corn starch, and salt into a medium sized bowl.

Add in the softened butter, and mix.

Take pieces of the batter and create any cookie shape you prefer.

Bake in the oven at 350 degrees Celsius for 12 minutes.

Day 21` of 31 Days of December: Vegan Pumpkin Soup

This recipe for vegan pumpkin soup is super easy, and delicious for the holidays. Enjoy

 

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Day 20 of 31 Days of December: Vegan Pumpkin Pie

Pie is always a holiday favourite, espeically pumpkin pie. Which is way I deiced to post a link on vegan pumpkin pie. Bon appetit!

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Day 19 of 31 Days of December: eCards

If you have family living far away, limit your paper waste by sending them an eCard. This method is 100% paper-free, thus being eco-friendly. Websites such as goanimate.com allow you to create video ecards that are much more interesting, and original than regular cards. Just make sure you call them to tell them to check their email!