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Tropical Palm Placemats from Crate and Barrel

We have a set of placemats very similar to these (ours came from Cost Plus World Market) that were given to us as a Christmas gift last year. They're the best, so we wanted to share......

Locally Made Bowls Crafted from Fallen Trees

Spencer Peterman turns fallen, rotting trees into beautiful bowls that can stretch far beyond the kitchen. These natural beauties, filled with something colorful, could be used as permanent centerp...

Autumn Decor from Etsy: Warm, Wooly, and Upcycled

From autumnal pillows to felted coasters, Etsy crafters are ingenious at giving new life to old woolen sweaters, and the aesthetic is just perfect for fall. Here are 10 upcycled wool creations guara...

How To: Make Your Own No-Sew Cloth Napkins
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Awhile back we promised a post on how to make your own cloth napkins (even if you have zero sewing skills). Well, here it is! These beauties take a little cutting, ironing, minor sewing, and voila! ...

Etsy Find: Upcycled Vintage Plates by Le Petit Boutique

We love these bright and clever upcycled plates – used to eat from or purely for display they’re an unique way to insert a pop of color into your home…...

Hot or Not? Recycled Aluminum Platters by Boris Bally

We can't decide if Boris Bally's recycled aluminum highway sign platters should be considered art or tableware. Get a link to these interesting creations and vote after the jump... ...

Napkin Catch Placemat by Josh Jakus

Given our unfortunate tendency to spill at dinner, we are always on the lookout for fun placemats to help protect the finish and add some zest to our dining room table. Made from recycled rubber, t...

Bamboo Espresso Set by Fellina Sok-Cham

Oh, how we love anything coffee related. We've always wanted an espresso machine, and now we really wish we had this clever bamboo espresso set......

How To: Make Woven Felt Placemats

We love these colorful, pretty handmade felt placemats, and think they would make a fun unique addition to your summer table. The Purl Bee has an easy, no-sew tutorial. This is a great rainy day pr...

Canvas: New Line from Ochre

Yesterday, I got a tour of the new line Canvas from Ochre owner Andrew Corrie. As a board member of Aid to Artisans, Andrew's interest in sustainable, quality furnishings and handcraft has formed a f...

Look! Table Setting Artwork from Start to Finish

This past weekend we had dinner at my mother's house, and we cooked for her and two of her old friends. It was a lovely summer evening. My first job was to set the table, something I love doing. For...

Don't Toss that Wine Bottle! A Versatile Water Carafe

Areca Palm Leaf Compostable China

Disposable plates used to be a standard of the season. But it's becoming increasingly common to use permanent dishware, biodegradables, recyclables, and even compostables. One such compostable dish ...

Roundup: Best Eco-Friendly Entertaining Ideas

Happy 4th of July! We hope you have a wonderful holiday weekend planned, sitting and talking out in the sun with great food and great friends. Since the 4th is a popular time of the year to throw ...

Biodegradable Party Kit from Branch Home

Just in time for your 4th of July shindig, Branch Home introduces their Biodegradable Party Kit with service for up to 50 people! For $48 you get a large kit with plates, bowls, and trays made from...

Cute Coffee Cuffs from Thread and Needle

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 —...

How To: Make Napkin Rings From a Cardboard Tube

When tossing the cardboard tube from tin foil into the recycling bin, we’ve often marveled at how amazingly sturdy they are. So when we read about this DIY project, we figured it would be a great w...

Look! Funky Picnic Plates from the NY Botanical Garden

Melamine plates are such a great alternative to paper if you're planning a picnic. They're lightweight, reusable, and usually dishwasher-safe. We showed you some in our summer sale roundup last week...

Flowered Enamel Tinware from VivaTerra

We just can't get over this bright and cheery Flowered Enamel Tinware set from VivaTerra. It's just so perky and fun. While it's intended as a reusable picnic set, we can see it sitting pretty on ...

Good Question: Green Alternative to Cocktail Napkins?

We're actually asking this question: This weekend we’ll be hosting a cocktail party and we're on the fence about what to do about cocktail napkins, or any paper product for that matter. We have eno...

Green Stocking Stuffer: To-Go Ware Utensil Set

Banish disposable utensils and give the gift of conserving. To-Go Ware Utensils are made of bamboo, and come with a holder made entirely of recycled, discarded plastic bags. The utensil set prevents t...

Roundup: Last Minute Table Setting Ideas
Using Everyday Household Items

We’re hosting Thanksgiving for the first time this year, and it’s really caught up to us quickly. While it’s a little nerve wracking, it’s also fun to think about ways to decorate and set the ...

Fork Tines as Place Card Holder

If you're using place cards at your dinner table this holiday, maybe consider using something that's already on the table as a holder: the tines of each setting's fork. I found this idea when planni...

10 Eco Friendly Coaster Ideas
To Buy or Make Yourself

Last week AT: Chicago asked if you coaster – the overwhelming response was yes. We agree – we love coasters not only because they protect our furniture, but they also add a nice decorative additio...