http://seattle.sostane.com Be Remarkable. Create Sustainability. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 03:50:28 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Business name: Ruby Moon Wellness Description: Ruby Moon Wellness offers clients a potent combination of quiet intuition and refined techniques. Whether we are working together over time toward a specific health goal or you are searching for a blissful getaway from day to day stresses, here is the place to visit. Be wrapped up ... http://seattle.sostane.com/sarah-furtek/ Business name: Allie Walker Designs Description: We have a line of eco-friendly products for women and kids. We started with the Hip GripTM, a reusable fabric cup sleeve for lattes and now we do stainless steel water bottles and waste free lunchboxes. Green Steps Taken: We operate out of my basement, so there's no ... http://seattle.sostane.com/nellie-allnutt/ LotusHaus™ | www.lotushaus.com [caption id="" align="alignright" width="164" caption="Joanna L. Dyckhoff"][/caption] Description LotusHaus™ is a Seattle-based boutique design studio that specializes in the design and marketing of Organic & Sustainable apparel + home products and services. Resulting from a desire to experience a healthy & meaningful organic lifestyle, this one woman operation engages in ... http://seattle.sostane.com/joanna-l-dyckhoff/ [caption id="attachment_1087" align="alignright" width="150" caption="Jessie Upp"][/caption] EcoCorpGift.com | www.EcoCorpGift.com Description: I provide eco-friendly gifts, personalized for the GOING GREEN business or eco-home. Green Steps Taken: I’ve done my homework on the Green Movement to ensure the products I offer are what others are looking for. As such, I have access to over 900,000 items and I ... http://seattle.sostane.com/jessie-upp/ Description Currently a pastry student at South Seattle Community College Green Steps Taken: New Processes: Currently Working On: Having Trouble With: Growing My Business: Giving Back: Surprising Successes: http://seattle.sostane.com/sandy-moran/ [caption id="attachment_922" align="alignright" width="186" caption="Celebrate Green"][/caption] The Green Year, LLC www.celebrategreen.net Description The Green Year, LLC is a mother-daughter owned company with a simple goal: to green up the way Americans celebrate. Green Steps Taken We strive to walk the green walk in our personal and professional lives. Having said that, we'll be the first to ... http://seattle.sostane.com/corey-colwell-lipson/ Description: I am the former owner of Zootsuit Custom Apparel, now teaching recyCouture and basic sewing. I am also the director, producer, artisan, designer, writer, marketing front person etc of fashionRIP a multiple medium, collaborative, art installation project Ialso write articles for Green for Good and volunteer at the Sanctuary Art ... http://seattle.sostane.com/deborah-barnes/ Description: I just graduated from UW with a conservation biology BS, and am now job hunting and setting up a home with my boyfriend, Max. Green Steps Taken: I have decreased the amount of new stuff I buy, mostly through shopping at thrift stores. Things that aren't readily available used, I've bought new. ... http://seattle.sostane.com/esther-gregory/ Description I work with Greenworks Real Estate and I am pursuing my MBA in Sustainable Business at Bainbridge Graduate Institute. It is my hope and dream that we, as a country, dismiss words like greed and profit for new works like community and creativity. Green Steps Taken I have been driving on biofuel ... http://seattle.sostane.com/julie-beall/ Revival Ink | www.RevivalInk.com [caption id="" align="alignright" width="175" caption="Twisted Tree - Gray"][/caption] Description Earth friendly apparel for men, women, and baby, hand-printed by a local Seattle designer. Green Steps Taken I use all earth friendly solvents from soybeans in my screen printing process, as well as a recirculating water unit for cleaning my screens. I ... http://seattle.sostane.com/tara-smith/ Marketing Manager at www.MCElectricVehicles.com Description: I am the Marketing Manager and one of the owners of MC Electric Vehicles, a Seattle based electric car dealership. Through my involvement with MCEV I have become MUCH more aware of my impact on the environment, I was thrust into the 'world of green' and now ... http://seattle.sostane.com/jen-johnson/ Description: I am a mom of 2 very fine and accomplished daughters both very involved in the arts and a greener way of life. I have been an RN for many years and would very much like to find another way to involve in my community, which is new to me. Green ... http://seattle.sostane.com/trish-libb/ Debbie Gianelli, CFP® Whole Family Financial Services (Licensed with KMS Financial Services Inc.) 425-424-2222 | dg@wholefamilyfinancial.com | www.WholeFamilyFinancial.com Description [caption id="attachment_956" align="alignright" width="181" caption="Debbie Gianelli"][/caption] Multigenerational financial planning and wealth management. Specializing in working with families who are concerned about the world they are leaving for future generations and therefore prefer socially responsible investing. Green Steps Taken Whole ... http://seattle.sostane.com/debbie-gianelli/ Green Steps Taken: I make & use reusable bags, we turn off the lights when we aren't in a room, my in-laws know to bring a couple of extra sweatshirts in the winter - our house hovers around 58F for a few months... I am trying to teach my girls to ... http://seattle.sostane.com/jennifer-hudson/ Description: I am a business student at the University of Washington. I am very dedicated to conserving the planet and hope to play a key role in the future of green businesses. Green Steps Taken: I have transformed my completely transformed my lifestyle toward being sustainable. While working for a Fortune 500 company-I ... http://seattle.sostane.com/ellie-kemery/ [caption id="attachment_922" align="alignright" width="202" caption="Celebrate Green"][/caption] The Green Year, LLC www.CelebrateGreen.net Description: Our business, The Green Year, is an umbrella for our intellectual property, currently, a book due out in October, "Celebrate Green! Creating Eco-Savvy Holidays, Celebrations and Traditions for the Whole Family," as well as our consultancy. We work with individuals and businesses ... http://seattle.sostane.com/lynn-colwell/ Anna Kelly Photography | www.annakellyphotography.com Description: Children and Family Lifestyle Photography, Wedding Photography, Event Photography, and Commercial Photography Green Steps Taken: Changed all the lights in the office to compact fluorescents, tried to find recycled photo paper --none out there, use recycled products for packaging end product to clients. Currently Working On: Currently working on finding ... http://seattle.sostane.com/anna-le/ [caption id="attachment_1027" align="alignright" width="175" caption="Venezia Blouse"][/caption] Sparrow's Tail | www.sparrowstail.com Description: Sparrow’s Tail is a one-stop shopping source for organic clothing for men, women, and children up to age 10 years old. We specialize in functional and affordable clothing that is made from the highest-quality, purely organic fabrics. Our clothes are investments -- ... http://seattle.sostane.com/sarah-j-obrien/ Akina Designs | www.akinadesigns.com Description: Earth-friendly landscape design, installation and maintenance - of both residential and commercial properties in the Greater Seattle Area. Green Steps Taken: Our commitment to using native plant material means plants grow in their natural setting among the elements they inherently crave in terms of their need for water, sun ... http://seattle.sostane.com/leah-jacobs/ Spun | www.ChooseSpun.com Description: Women's Organic Cotton Apparel Green Steps Taken: Our clothing is made from 100% Certified Organic Cotton, in the USA and from low-impact fiber reactive dyes. We try to make deliveries to local boutique ourselves as to avoid all the back and forthness with the post office or UPS, etc. We ... http://seattle.sostane.com/sara-seumae/ Fashion Ethic | fashionethic.com Description: Fashion Ethic is an online boutique specializing in "Fashionably Responsible" apparel and accessories from independent, eco-friendly, and socially conscious designers. Green Steps Taken: We were founded on the idea of creating a mainstream boutique experience were conscious consumerism and sustainable products are the norm, rather than the exception. Currently Working ... http://seattle.sostane.com/candice-caldwell/ Description: I offer eco-friendly skincare and health and wellness products. Green Steps Taken: My skincare products use recyclable packaging and does not include harmful ingredients in their products. New Processes: Currently Working On: Having Trouble With: Surprising Successes: Finding Amy Woidtke. Growing My Business: Reaching an market which cares as much about their skin as they do about the ... http://seattle.sostane.com/tracy-crowley/ Green Diamond Consulting | Better You, Better World | HelpMeGoGreen.org Description: I offer Eco Lifestyle Coaching via holistic green assessments for home dwellers, business leaders, community groups, and educators; mentoring; eco-house parties; sustainable life coaching; class/workshop facilitation; and eco-party planning. Green Steps Taken: The biggest contribution I make is teaching others how to ... http://seattle.sostane.com/gina-diamond/ Country Meadow Ltd. | www.countrymeadowltd.com Description: [caption id="attachment_960" align="alignright" width="144" caption="Mandarin Bamboo"][/caption] Country Meadow Ltd. manufactures and distributes our own line of skin care and spa products. Most of our products are based on natural ingredients such as shea butter, avocado butter, coconut oil, rice bran oil, plant extracts and various emollients ... http://seattle.sostane.com/rebecca-wood/ EcoKind Design | www.ecokinddesign.com Description: [caption id="attachment_760" align="alignright" width="288" caption="Before"][/caption]I am a green interior decorator and consultant, a diva on a mission to support people’s happiness by providing them with inspiring, supportive and welcoming eco-friendly spaces, without sacrificing personal style or color. I take care of your spaces so your spaces! take ... http://seattle.sostane.com/amy-woidtke/ Description: I am currently learning about graphic design by attending classes at the School of Visual Concepts and by working with Kaytlyn Sanders at Benefical Design. I have two environmental studies/science degrees from the University of Washington that have influenced my designs to be innovative and as environmentally friendly as ... http://seattle.sostane.com/emily-watrous/ Description: Corporate sell out—Working for the Man (Jewelry Chain Headquarters) Print and Web designer (Beneficial Design) Green Steps Taken: REDUCE. REUSE. RECYCLE. Use public transportation and bike instead of driving Carpool Recycle, give to a new home and donate items CFL light bulbs No air conditioning Borrow before buying Think twice before purchasing Purchasing sustainable and organic products Supporting our community ... http://seattle.sostane.com/jessica-s-scott/ Gluten-Free Girl | www.glutenfreegirl.com Description: Author, Copywriter, Gluten-Free Food Consultant http://seattle.sostane.com/shauna-ahern/ In a Pinch, Personal Assistance | www.inapinchpa.com Description: In A Pinch provides a wide range of services to assist you in your busy life. We know that you want to spend your free time doing things that you enjoy... things that enrich your life. We want our services to be ... http://seattle.sostane.com/jeannine-gurga/ Tote2Go! | www.Tote2Go.com Description: [caption id="attachment_942" align="alignright" width="230" caption="Tote2Go! Double Shopper Set"][/caption] Handmade reusable grocery shopping tote bags made from 100% recycled, repurposed and remnant fabrics sourced from local charitable organizations in Seattle, WA. Green Steps Taken: Using fabric that would otherwise be headed for the landfill, recycling and donating scrap fabrics to ... http://seattle.sostane.com/marlo-miyashiro/