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When we went grocery shopping this morning we wound up debating over organic versus non-organic bananas. When are the extra pennies really worth it? Then we remembered seeing a list that a friend had tacked up in her kitchen called "The Dirty Dozen." Check out the 12 fruits and vegetables that you should be careful about. (Hint: it's not bananas!)

We tend to be a hoarder —particularly when it comes to our clothes— although it's something we've gotten much better at now that we've moved into a 350-square-foot apartment with our significant other. However, we were particularly inspired by an article in House Beautiful about clearing out the clutter. Jump through for our favorite tips...

We started practicing this years ago not so much as a green move, but because we lived in a ski town. We didn't want our boots to track dirt and mud inside, or get the carpet wet. Now that we live in New York, the type of shoes may have changed, but we still leave our heels at the front door. But is it rude to make your guests follow suit? Here's someone else who doesn't think so, and her 37 reasons why...

Can something be sustainable simply by being transformative? Eunsuk Hur makes you question what her design exactly is.. Wall art? Fashion? A cushion or a blanket?

This eco-friendly house in Los Angeles has a urban rustic feel, yet with modern furniture and pops of color, and still exhibits plenty of California cool...

When I do order a latte from my favorite local coffee shop, and don’t have a mug with me, I always slide the cup holder back across the counter. “Don’t need it,” I smile. But, sometimes —when that latte is particularly hot—I do. That’s when these crafty coffee cuffs come in...

We’ve been known to drop a pretty penny on rubber stamps, but we figure since we make most of own cards and notes, that we end up saving money in the long run. We’re pretty crazy about these designs, which are made with natural rubber and reclaimed wood...

We hadn't seen the Carbon Counter before, which is surprising, given it's a 70 foot billboard hovering outside Penn Station —and with a number currently at 3.64 Trillion!

We love when traditional lace gets a modern twist, like this easy DIY vase idea. Here’s how...

We posted a few weeks ago about how tin cans make great vases, so we were delighted when we spotted these centerpieces, which were used at a rehearsal dinner.

If antlers by the pound aren't your thing, there's always the handmade soap (by the owner's dad) at this Brooklyn shop which specializes in all things from the Industrial Revolution period...

No need for a coffee table conversation piece, the walls do all the talking here...

Avoid these easy missteps, and watch your garden grow! Jump below for our Top 5 mistakes to avoid, and add your own...

This “natural bling” chandelier is sure to have guests oohing and ahhing... and then eating.