Valcucine at 1618, the Sustainable Luxury Fair at Palais de Tokyo

It’s both a trade show, and an art exhibition, 1.618 Paris is the first annual “rendez-vous” of Sustainable Luxury, supported by the French Ministry of Culture, and the WWF ( World Wildlife Fund).

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Although it doesn’t feel like it here in Washington, ( only in the 40’s), it’s time to at least start thinking about making our homes all fresh and clean for the Spring and Summer months.

About a year ago to be exact, I spoke about Green Spring Cleaning Agents, to help you with that task.  There are some helpful tips there, that are cost free and available from your kitchen pantry.  Better yet, it’s more than likely you have these things on hand, without having to make a special run to the store to purchase cleaners.

Then there is the matter of the garage.  At least, I can park in mine, but there is plenty to get rid of.  I will more than likely, sort things, and start by having a garage sale.  What does’nt sell, I like to donate to my local Women’s Shelter.  Household goods are put to good use there, by women who are about to start their lives over, after leaving abusive relationships.

Another thing to do, is give  your things away.  Lyndi, over at Thrifty Creativity wrote an excellent post on freecycling.  She can tell you everything you want to know about, how you can get what you want, or need for free through The Freecycle Network.  Be sure to check it out.

My hope is that these tips and ideas will help you with these often dreaded and daunting tasks.  At least they can help you be more thrifty, frugal, and “green.”

This is my first new award for the New Year!  Special thanks goes to “wind” over at “One” for being the first to honor Goal For The Green with the Lemonade Award this year.  This Award is given to blogs that show great attitude and/or gratitude.  This is truly an honor!

Here are the instructions I was given for the Lemonade Award:

1. Put the logo on your blog or post.
2. Nominate 10 blogs that show attitude and/or gratitude.
3. Be sure to link to your nominees within your post.
4. Let them know they have received this award by commenting on a post.
5. Nominate your favorites and link to this blog.

My nominations for this award are as follows:

1. Vanilla Seven

2.  Everyday Living

3.  The Frugal Housewife

4.  In The Eyes Of The Beholder

5.  Thrifty Creativity

6. Natural Vegan Beauty

7. Homemade Remedies

8.  The Junk Drawer

9. Sadie’s Skinny

10.  Save Earth- Save Humanity