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It’s Gift Guide Pet Sunday! I’m sure all of our kitties have tons of toys lying around the house, not to mention the wrapping paper balls and bows they will enjoy batting around the house after presents have been opened. So why not go for something practical this year- like a handmade Eco-friendly Hemp Collar. I found an amazing Etsy store called Formulations that makes different macrame style hemp collars with a safety break away feature.

I love the intricate macrame design. The collar is adjustable and is very light weight. I hate bulky collars for kitties. The collar comes with a bell which is a huge plus in my book right now. One of my kitties has been acting out and has been marking his territory in Ella’s room. I haven’t been a happy mommy especially since I can’t tell which one out of the two is doing it. Well, now with this adorable Hemp Collar I’m going to be able to find out the culprit! I haven’t heard any ringing yet, but I’m on the lookout!

Whitney, the owner of Formulations, has an interesting story. Since May of 2009 she has been traveling all over looking for a like minded community to live in a balanced relationship with all living things. I so wish I could travel for 6 months!! Whitney’s specialty is knotting- complicated to simple- and she loves to create jewelry, glass bottle holders, wall hanging and mobiles. Because of her travels, she currently only has collars and jewelry on her site, but be on the lookout for more!The Giveaway: Formulations would like to create a custom made collar (color choice and even the option to add beads) to 1 lucky winner. Check out your choices by clicking hereRules: You have until 11:59 p.m. EST November 22, 2009 to enter. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced after they respond to the winning email. The winner has 48 hours to respond to the winning email, or a new winner will be chosen. You must leave your email address! This contest is open only to the US

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*New disclaimer: I was sent this item to review for free by Formulations. This is NO way changes my opinions about the products or company. These are my thoughts, opinions and results.

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Sorry about not posting yesterday.. will be back with that on Monday. Anyways, Gift Guide Saturdays are about holiday gear that can be gifts or used for the holidays. I am the world’s worst present wrapper. I think a child can wrap better than me, but I still do it just because it’s fun. There’s nothing better than wrapping presents underneath a tree with a fire going listening to holiday music. Ah… I could use that moment right now.

This year, I was thinking about ways to be more “green” when it comes to all of the holiday gear. I came across Sweet Organics and Naturals and fell in love with their products. They carry stylish Eco-friendly purses, jewelry, body care, tree free greeting cards, sustainable wrapping paper, handmade eco journals, and much more!

Sweet Organics and Naturals sent me quite a few products to review for the holidays. I have to say my favorites are the Plantable Greeting Cards!This is the Grow-A-Note Joy card. This recycled paper is embedded with a colorful variety of wildflowers seeds that will grow just about anywhere. You plant the card in an area that receives partial to full sunlight, thoroughly moisten in fine soil 1/4 deep and keep moist until seeds germinate. The paper will recycle into the earth naturally. So not only are you sending your friends and family a recycled card, but you are giving them flowers! They have 8 holiday cards to choose from. This is my favorite card- Eco Friendly Peace is the Season! It is 100% recycled paper, printed with soy based inks. The large ornament the bird is holding is seeded paper with colorful wildflowers! So your friends and family can keep the card as well as plant the seeds. You can get a box of 8 5×7 cards for $12.

Sweet Organics and Naturals also carries Tree Free Cards that are made with sugar cane and printed with soy ink. We were sent the Eco Friendly Starlight card and you can’t even tell it’s not tree paper! You can get a box set of 10 5×7 cards for only $11!

Not only does Sweet Organics and Naturals sell amazing Eco friendly cards, they have 100% post-consumer fiber/ no new trees wrapping paper! They sent us the Eco Friendly Christmas Reindeer Wrapping paper and it is too cute. All of the paper is printed with vegetable based inks on quality paper. It’s pretty durable and passed the non-tearing test when I tried wrapping something I’ve had saved for a while. You get 2 sheets of 24″x36″ papers in each package for $5

Sweet Organics and Naturals carries a variety of wrapping paper, gift bags, tissue paper and more for every occasion. And of course you can’t finish wrapping a present without a curling ribbon bow! I was sent the Deck the Halls ribbon and it curls perfectly. I wish I had pics… but you know how my week has been. The ribbon is biodegradable, made with soy based inks, and is acid free. You get 10 yards of 5/8″ wide ribbon for $6.

The Giveaway: Sweet Organics and Naturals would like to give 1 lucky winner a $20 gift code to be used at their store!

Rules: You have until 11:59 p.m. EST November 21, 2009 to enter. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced after they respond to the winning email. The winner has 48 hours to respond to the winning email, or a new winner will be chosen. You must leave your email address! This contest is open only to the US and Canada

2. Become a fan of Mkokopelli on FB, Mkokopelli on Twitter, or Follow my blog
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4. Blog, Tweet or send a message on FB and leave a link here (3 extra entries total) @Mkokopelli Enter to win a $20 GC to Sweet Organics and Naturals Ends 11/19 http://ow.ly/C4nQ
5. Enter another giveaway I have going on and tell me which one or leave a comment on a non-giveaway post (1 entry)
6. Tell me your favorite holiday gear from Sweet Organics and Naturals
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*New disclaimer:I was sent these items to review for free by Sweet Organics and Naturals. This is NO way changes my opinions about the products or company. These are my thoughts, opinions and results.

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This next gift can be given to teenage girls, friends, moms, aunts and even grandmothers. It’s hard to find great gifts for everyone, so I thought I’d make it as easy as possible! You know my pottery obsession, so I looked around for some more Eco-friendly pottery and loved what I found! I was drawn to Paloma Pottery when I saw this candle holder:The cracked recycled glass blew my mind and I had to contact them to share this amazing company with you. Paloma Pottery is recycled glass infused pottery which is handmade by the very talented Nicole Whitney. Nicole creates the pottery herself, then allows the clay to air dry before going into the kiln for bisque firing. Once fired, the pottery is then ready to be glazed and the broken recycled glass particles are added. The kiln melts the glass and fuses it to the clay and glaze to make the astounding finished product. The recycled glass is collected from glass jars, wine bottles, beer bottles, and other glass found on the side of the road, trails, or any other place people leave trash. The glass is then busted into small particles to be infused to these works of art. You can see how it is done by clicking here.

You can find bookmarks, bottle stoppers, candle holders, clocks, dinnerware, door knobs, jewelry, key chains, magnets, mirrors, ornaments, soap dishes, tiles, tables and so much more at Paloma Pottery!

Paloma Pottery sent me a Tea Light Candleholder, which I’ve been using as a spoon rest.The coaster is only 2.5″, but it can also be used for a tea bag holder, child’s cup coaster, or just a decorative piece to go on a small table. It matched my kitchen, so that’s why I choose to use it as a spoon rest. It’s easy to wipe off and I love looking at it while I cook. 🙂

I was also sent an Adjustable Recycled Fused Round Tropical Water Necklace that is gorgeous!I love the size of the circle, which really stands out. It is 1.5 in in diameter and can be worn with any type of outfit. The adjustable waxed cotton cord allows the necklace to hang up to 32″ or be worn as a choker. I love jewelry that can go with your mood and outfit! The necklace comes in 7 different colors and a variety of shaped pendants. The cracked glass makes this so unique and sparkly. It is very light weight. This is truly a gift for all ages.

Right now you can get the Recycled Glass Necklace for 50% off! It is originally $32.50 but is on sale for only $16.25. Paloma Pottery also has quite a few amazing sales going on, so start shopping early to catch the deals!

The Giveaway: Paloma Pottery would like to give 1 lucky winner a Recycled Glass Adjustable NecklaceRules: You have until 11:59 p.m. EST November 19, 2009 to enter. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced after they respond to the winning email. The winner has 48 hours to respond to the winning email, or a new winner will be chosen. You must leave your email address! This contest is open only to the US and Canada

2. Become a fan of Mkokopelli on FB, Mkokopelli on Twitter, or Follow my blog
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4. Blog, Tweet or send a message on FB and leave a link here (3 extra entries) @Mkokopelli enter to win a Paloma Pottery Recycled Cracked Glass Adjustable Necklace Ends 11/19 http://ow.ly/C4m6
5. Enter another giveaway I have going on and tell me which one or leave a comment on a non-giveaway post (1 entry)
6. Sign up for Paloma Pottery’s Email Promotions
7. Become a Fan of Paloma Pottery on Facebook or Follow on Twitter (2 entries if you do both)
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*New disclaimer:I was sent these items to review for free by Paloma Pottery. This is NO way changes my opinions about the products or company. These are my thoughts, opinions and results.