Mirror Universe LED Digital Watch from ThinkGeek.Com

"Wow, this is a unique and stylish watch!"

The chrome face and stainless steel band on the Mirror Universe LED Digital Watch provides just the right amount of style and comfort combined with durable quality. Setting the time, date, and scrolling message are remarkably simple tasks considering there are only two buttons. If you don't like reading lengthy instructions, you're going to like this watch!

The band is sized for even the largest of wrists {in fact, it might be large enough to fit on your leg if you really wanted to...and we know some of you might be tempted to rock the clock anklet}. But don't worry if you have small wrists, the links are easily removed and the band adjusted down to fit you, too!

"Green" aspects: The LED lights allow minimal energy consumption for operation while stainless steel is non-toxic, keeping your body from absorbing toxics that leather and vinyl bands can expose you to through skin absorption.

Best yet? The scrolling message option is perfect for those honey-do list reminders! Of if you are really sweet, I nice little love note instead. Quick, simple, and easy to change messages at a moment's notice. Perhaps the perfect gift for the man in your life, it even comes in a gift tin!

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PureCitizen.Com ~ Daily eco-Bargains

Many of you have fallen in love with daily deal websites such as Groupon, Jasmere, and Zulily - all of which regularly feature eco-friendly products and deals. Now you have a greener option, a daily deals website where you don't have to think twice about whether a product is non-toxic or "green" because everything featured on PureCitizen is exactly that - an eco-friendlier product option!

Now, as I'm sure know, not all businesses are created equally and despite a great concept, if it's not enacted properly - it can create less than satisfactory experiences. We decided to put PureCitizen to the test and see how their customer service and delivery as well as product quality stacked up. For this review, we ordered a MapleXO recycled skateboard bangle bracelet.

Quality: This bracelet is absolutely gorgeous, let's just say it's reincarnation has got to be a few steps up from it's original purpose as a skateboard! The colors are fabulously brilliant, the wood is strong and smooth, even the flowery print and slight curvature are appealing! It would look just as nice on businesswoman as it would on a teenager ~ though, I think it may be the perfect gift for an "emo" teen. It is much nicer than I could've imagined; after seeing this, I trust their taste in the products they feature.

Pricing: The manufacturer sells this bracelet for $24 on their website (with free shipping); PureCitizen offered it for sale at $16 (plus $6.95 flat rate shipping on orders under $100). A total savings on this particular item of $1.95 (~ 8% off MSRP). Although this may not seem like much, some of the items they offer are up to 90% off and others cannot be found on sale elsewhere. Plus, PureCitizen helps to offset the costs through their generous referral program.

Timeliness: Total days lapsed between order placement & product arrival: 15 days total

It is important to note that we placed the order at the start of the sale and that it is clearly stated on the website that orders are not submitted for fulfillment until the 72-hour sale ends. Here is a breakdown of the timeline of our order:

Day 1 - order placed

Day 3 - end of sale/order sent to company for fulfillment

Day 10 - shipped

Day 15 - delivered

Since it does require approximately a 2-week time frame to receive your order, it is good to keep this in mind if ordering for something such as a birthday or anniversary gift! In a time of instant gratification, where we honestly would LOVE for the product to pop out of our computer screen the instant we click on it - sometimes it is difficult to imagine waiting for your newly prized possession. However, the quality of the products offered on PureCitizen proves the point that good things are worth waiting for!

Overall, this is a great website... a "no brainer" for purchasing high-quality, greener items at discount! It's a great way to discover less-than-well-known products and companies and explore the many options the eco-friendlier market has to offer!

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Baby: Dr. Bloom's Chewable Jewels

BPA-free. Latex-free. Phthalate-free. Lead-free. PVC-free. Waterproof. Dishwasher-safe.

This company was founded by a dentist and all products are designed by Dr. Bloom, a mother, dentist, and American veteran. The combo set comes with a flexible bracelet and necklace charm, in your choice of circle or rectangle shape, on an elastic black string. Since the bracelet and charm do not arrive attached to the black elastic string in any way, you are able to greatly customize the resulting jewelry to your style {as far as length of necklace and whether to wear the bracelet on your wrist or on the necklace} and your child's preferences {do they prefer chewing on your wrist or at chest level or both}.

For our review, we tested the circular combo set in chocolate marble. The baby immediately took the teething on the set, and although he has six very strong and sharp teeth, there was no damage to the jewelry. It was very easy to keep clean, including the black elastic necklace, but I'm still undecided if I like the quick drying capability of the elastic and ability to quickly customize the length more than the safety clasp fabric necklace offered by competing companies with chewable jewelry. One concern I do have is that if this elastic becomes hooked on something, it does present a strangulation hazard as it is fastened by you with a knot; I wish Dr. Bloom provided a safety clasp to be hooked onto the black elastic as a closure with each set so after customizing length, there would be something other than a knot to create the necklace. Overall, we are enjoying the chewable bracelet and necklace set, it's convenient and cute.

SAVE AN ADDITIONAL 15% OFF WITH OUR EXCLUSIVE COUPON CODE: 2010E 

$11.89 sale on select sets / $15.21 sale on all others

FREE shipping (until 1/31/11)

*sale colors are lavendar, emerald, blue topaz, pineapple - while supplies last. Prices reflect use of our coupon.

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Jewelry: Carolyn Pollack Recycled Silver Loving Embrace Necklace

A gift from the heart.

Description: Sterling silver mother's charm birthstone pendant features a mother cradling the birthstones of her family in a loving embrace, forming a heart. Pendant is skillfully crafted to hold up to 8 dangling sterling silver set Swarovski crystal birthstone charms. Pendant measures 1 ¼” long x ¾” wide on an adjustable 18 to 22 inch long sterling silver snake chain. Charms sold separately ($3). Made in the USA.

Ingredients: Recycled Silver

Price: $40.00  $35.99 US sale  *Plus, save an additional 10% when you enter coupon ECOSAFE at checkout!

This is a beautiful silver necklace (it is white silver, though my photo looks a bit yellow - it is simply bad lighting, sorry). The pendant is a mother and her arms form a large heart, on which are the birthstones of her children dangling from her heart. It is very well made and is absolutely the perfect gift for any mother or grandmother. Not only does it make you feel all sentimental and proud while wearing it...you can feel good knowing that the planet and people were not harmed in the making of this recycled, fair labor piece.


Carolyn Pollack Jewelry uses recycled silver and gold to create their jewelry right here in the USA! This saves the planet from further mining, transportation, and associated pollution. Not only that, but you are helping Americans to work and keep their jobs by creating these beautiful pieces - basically a great product all around!

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Handmade Gifts from My Zoo To You

15% of all sales from My Zoo To You benefit the National Wildlife Foundation!

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Looking for a card that says more than words?

From cows to owls, dolphins to kangaroos...My Zoo To You offers handmade boutique cards for every occasion! 


Design: The artist behind these colorful creations was inspired while planning to cheerfully decorate the walls of the orphaned kangaroo nursery at the zoo! 

"The kangaroos were all hand-drawn and hand-cut while working in the wee hours in between making bottles and feeding all the joeys around the clock."

Eco-friendly Attributes: Recycled/FSC paper supplies (cardstock & envelopes), solvent-free glue (non-toxic)m repurposed/recycled ribbons


Price:  $6 per set of 4 cards (prices vary by design/size)




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Nature-Inspired Jewelry with a Purpose

True Story. As a product reviewer, I receive so many products each and every day, that the first impression really can be very important! In that first moment when you open a package, it's like opening a gift, and you can be totally delighted or sadly disappointed.

When I received the package from My Zoo To You, I had expected to receive the cards (above) to review, but this owl bracelet below came as a total (and very welcome) surprise! It was like being Alice in Wonderland and receiving my very merry un-birthday gift! From the moment I laid my eyes on these precious little owls, I've been completely smitten! I immediately emailed for more information on the product composition, history, etc. From this I found out several things, all of which made me not only love this bracelet even more...but also My Zoo To You as a truly friendly, honest business with great integrity.


If you're into elephants, birds, or hippos, you should head on over to the My Zoo To You shop right now to check out their currently available gifts! Each one is truly one-of-a-kind, so if you're looking for a perfect gift for yourself or someone else, there is no better gift to give. Here's why:

* Comes wrapped and packaged beautifully as the perfect gift!
* Recycled and/or Repurposed materials
* Lead free
* Nickel free
* 15% of all sales benefit the National Wildlife Federation!


Price: $15 US

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