Thursday, June 4, 2015

Bake Sale Held for Local Tornado Relief


  My sister, Jessica Woody with Eco-Friendly Freckles, and I (Andrea Scott with Storybook Artifact) held a local bake sale this last weekend to help raise funds for two families who lost their homes due to an EF2 tornado that recently struck my neighborhood.  It was amazing to see who all came out to support us: such a caring community of people.  We also collected other donations: children's clothing and supplies.  My children even helped us out too; with my son dressed as our little mascot in firefighter costume, and my daughter sampling the cookies.






FOX23 News Coverage of Bake Sale:


Bake sale held for Broken Arrow tornado relief


TulsaWorld Article on Supported Families:

Residents clean up following tornados, severe storms 




  From the home baked treats contributed by caring locals to the generous donations made from those within our community, it has been such a miraculous thing to see so many people who care.  We may not all personally know these families, but their stories do touch us in a way that hits home. ... A goal was really never made, but we did break $1000! To be exact: $1092, which gives $546 to each of the two families whom we were raising funds for. ... Thank you all for the support and we'd like to specially thank: FOX23 News, Tulsa's Channel 8, BA Homeschoolers, members of Destiny Church, Gavco Plastics, Red's Pizzeria, Oneta Wine & Spirits, and Broken Arrow Firefighters.


This blog article was contributed by the Etsy Recyclers Guild Team Leader Andrea Scott of Storybook Artifact


Thursday, May 21, 2015

Tundrada Nature Arctic Inspired Gifts

Moss Basket On Etsy

Tundrada on Etsy has the best Eco made gifts!


Shopping for unique gifts on Etsy can be as easy as one, two three. First look for the shops who take pride in making handmade items. Case in point, we've found Tundrada who has a unique flair from the Arctic !  Her shop is based in Enontekio, Finland.  Shop owner Eline Niemi takes pride in her goods. 

1. Above:  Tree Moss Baskets are made of real moss collected in Finnish forrest. What a great way to reuse the earth!  Price $29.49     2.  Below:  Natural Leaf Card has a real pressed leaf in it, for only $2.86.


Natural Leaf Card

The store is filled with rustic items that will fit in any part of the home. Even better, all the materials are sourced via local woods, so these are truly eco friendly items that are handmade and one of a kind! 

Antler Coat Rack
Antler Coat Rack: REINDEER!

You will also find things you just don't see here in the states, yet shipping is available to the states.

 3. Above:  Coat Rack $49.71 made from Reindeer? 

Support this Etsy shop now:  Tundrada

Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Save Energy Odor Killing Bulbs Go Green

Odor Killing Bulbs kill germs too!
Odor Killing Bulbs Kill Germs too. 

Save Energy with these new bulbs!  Check this out for an odor free house . This is interesting, those with pets, germs and messy smells can now get a new bulb that eliminates odors.

Now , these compact fluorescent bulbs are approved by the FDA and said to kill germs and bacteria as well as MRSA, swine and bird flu! How does one bulb do this? It saves energy and gives your home or office a smaller greenhouse foot print.

According to the website, the odor killing bulbs actually santize the air by killing microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, fungi, mold spores and nasty dust mites without having to use spray or harmful chemicals.

They are coated with a sanitized next generation coating which decomposes the organisms.

More info:  

Read about them here to get an odor free house. 
Or, buy them here.


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Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Renew & Reawaken: Breathing New Life Into Vintage

https://www.etsy.com/listing/120360725/moon-geisha-denim-vest-jacket-handmade
 
This is me, the grateful Team Captain of the Etsy Recyclers Guild Team, in my Aunt Mary Lynn's Hand-Cut Moon Geisha Zen Taoist Appliqué Denim Vest in my Etsy shop Eco-Friendly Freckles. I am constantly reflecting with reawakening aspirations, gaining inspiration from fellow Etsyians!

I am so amazed and impressed with this story that I have to share which I know members of the Etsy Recyclers Guild will enjoy as it encompasses the themes of reusing and revamping!... A certified yoga teacher from Canada, Amy of Mystic Key Meditations, purchased one of my vintage beaded necklaces from my Eco-Friendly Freckles Etsy shop, a 1980s blueberry swirl necklace, and how she transformed it is truly amazing! Like Amy's alias name "Metta Morphosis", she has revived and enchanted these old beads, creating a profound metamorphosis in their aesthetic beauty and symbology by utilizing them as an element in her sacred, artistic craft. She removed the beads and constructed them into a yoga mala necklace and bracelet Prana Gift Set that includes a 108 mala, lotus bracelet, and swirl sunshine peace flags. Like a butterfly flying out of its cocoon for the first time, let's admire in awe the astounding transformation of the before-and-after images of this vintage necklace being altered into a sanctified creation!

BEFORE: As the vintage 1980s Blueberry Swirl Sorbet Marbled Necklace in my Eco-Friendly Freckles Etsy shop...

https://www.etsy.com/transaction/1022526226?

AFTER: As the beautifully transformed sacred 108 mala and lotus bracelet in the Prana Gift Set in Mystic Key Meditations...

https://www.etsy.com/listing/231908201/prana-gift-set-108-mala-lotus-bracelet?ref=shop_home_active_6
Isn't it gorgeous?! I am so in love with this stunning transformation...Mystic Key Meditations utilizes vintage in this Prana Gift Set in such a creative and breathtakingly beautiful way by combining it with three silver lotus marker beads, a "be yourself" pendant, white tassel, natural white bamboo cord, and sacred blessings.

Mystic Key Meditations is hosting a free give away for the month of May! I encourage all admirers to check her Facebook for more entry details for this giveaway HERE! There will be 3 prizes and it runs May 2 - May 30th. The winners will be picked May 31st

As I bid adieu with farewell blessings, I'd like to leave similarly as I came with another one of my Aunt Mary Lynn's handmade feng shui creations...this one is a home decor piece in my Eco-Friendly Freckles Etsy shop, an Oriental Zen Geisha Tea Room Pillow...Namaste...

https://www.etsy.com/listing/112124551/oriental-zen-geisha-pillow-feng-shui-tea

This blog article was contributed by the Etsy Recyclers Guild Team Captain Jessica Woody of Eco-Friendly Freckles