3 of the Best Green Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Looking for unique gift ideas for Mom? These three Mother's Day gift ideas are definitely for the Mom who likes something different, plus they're planet-friendly too so she'll have something extra to smile about every time she uses them! 

1. For the green thumb mom who loves a farmer's market: Garden Trug/Shopping Basket
This lovely shopping basket is ideal for picking produce at farmers' markets (reducing plastic shopping bag use) or in your own garden as it does double duty as a colourful garden trug. Perfect for transporting seeds, seedlings or homegrown vegetables and flowers, this award-winning basket is made from waterproof nylon and features four rubber feet plus a cushioned handle. Basket $29 Separate cover available $8

2. For the cooking mom who avoids toxins and plastic: Natural Beeswax Food Wraps
A natural alternative to plastic wrap and foil, these biodegradable hemp/cotton reusable food wrap covers are coated with beeswax are used in the same way but are far more safe, effective – and reusable, so they stay out of the landfill.  Ideal for covering cut fruit, vegetables, cheese, bread and all kinds of dish ware. 3-pack of varying sizes $15

3. For moms who like a bath without chemicals: Aloe Jojoba Biodegradable Bubble Bath
This fully biodegradable bubble bath will not harm our waterways but it will leave skin feeling smooth and conditioned. The naturally-derived formula creates what we can only describe as the bubbliest bubble bath ever plus the use of pea protein means it's gluten-free and safe for use those with gluten sensitivity or Celiac Disease. Made in Vancouver and available with a light coconut scent or fragrance-free. $13.95

Lifefactory Glass Water Bottle - Mother's Day Giveaway

A hydrated mom is a happy mom. Did you know that once you hit the point of feeling thirsty you’re already dehydrated? Tiredness, dry skin, headaches, dull sunken eyes, dizziness and constipation can all be signs telling you it’s time to re-hydrate. Yet keeping your water level up while on the go can be tricky. A great water bottle you love makes it easier. Now you can win one in our Mother's Day Giveaway! Simply tell us your favourite water bottle colour and you could win a non-leaching, recyclable, reusable Lifefactory glass water bottle - one of our most popular bottles ever!  

********* This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to our winner Robyn L.! *********

HOW TO ENTER

Step 1
Tell us which is your absolute favourite water bottle colour from our collection of glass water bottles – and you could win a 450ml Lifefactory Glass Water Bottle. Value $26 

Leave your answer in a comment below or email it to us at customerservice(at)lavishandlime(dot)com with 'Mother's Day Giveaway' in the subject line. This giveaway closes at midnight PST, May 11th, 2013. The winner will be chosen and notified on Mother's Day. **Please be sure to include your name and email address so we can contact you if you win.**

Step 2
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LIFEFACTORY DISCOUNT CODE

Water bottles make great gifts for all the moms in your world, including you! Choose from our selection of the top glass and stainless steel bottles on the market and use code LUVMOM through May 8th to receive 15% OFF for Mother’s Day!

ABOUT THE PRIZE

Lifefactory Water Bottles
Stylish Lifefactory reusable glass water bottles are not only the right choice for anyone concerned about BPA leaking into their drinking water, but also for anyone who likes to see exactly what they're drinking. Unlike other bottle options, see-through glass allows for 100% thorough cleaning; what you see is what you ingest. Glass also preserves water's true taste and is fully recyclable. Plus a colourful plastic sleeve on these glass water bottles helps prevent breakage. Choose from a variety of colours, two sizes and two tops – the classic screw cap or the newer flip cap spout. The glass is made in Europe, the protective silicone sleeve in the USA.

The winner will be chosen in a random draw. Deadline for entries is 11:59pm PST Saturday, May 11th, the giveaway closing date. The winner will be notified by email on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 12th and announced thereafter. Open to residents of Canada and the U.S. who are over the age of majority in their province, territory or state of residence. Prize must be accepted as awarded and may not be transferred or exchanged. They are not redeemable for cash and are non-refundable.

6 Green Giveaways for Earth Day 2013

It's Earth Day weekend and we're celebrating with loads of fun freebies – for you! We've teamed up with some of our favourite bloggers and manufacturers to bring you the chance to win fantastic prizes in six different green giveaways, all in honour of Earth Day. Each one features information and/or personal reviews about our top eco products for going green. Here they are – in no particular order – best of luck!

Little Miss Kate Lunchbots & Glob Paint Review & Giveaway - Win a $30 Lavish & Lime GC ends 23/4

FrugalMomEh Stainless Steel Straws & Sandwich Wrap Review & Giveaway - Win a $30 Lavish & Lime GC ends 30/4

Mom Vs The Boys Snack Bag & Funbites Review & Giveaway - Win a $30 Lavish & Lime GC ends 3/5

Glimpse Funbites Review & Giveaway - Win a $30 Lavish & Lime GC ends 27/4

Rants N Rascals Ecovessel Water Bottle & Lunchbots Review - Win a $30 Lavish & Lime GC ends 22/4

Good Girl Gone Green Bamboo Utensil & Lunchbots Review & Giveaway - Win a $30 Lavish & Lime GC ends 4/5

Plus, don't miss our own:
Lavish & Lime Shake it & Take it Earth Day Giveaway - Win 1 of 3 $100 Prize Packs includes a S'well bottle & a large container of Vega One nutritional shake ends 29/4

Lavish & Lime in the Press

The press is buzzing with stories about Earth Day and everywhere there's talk about the hottest eco products everyone should have to live green. Lavish & Lime has been lucky enough to be featured in some of our favourite media outlets and – at the risk of blowing our horn – we'd like to share them with you, if only to show you we're not the only ones that think these products are wonderful!

Westcoast Homes & Design featured our eco shopping basket as a garden trug.

The Greenest Family on the Block, Vitamin Daily Kids, April 20
"Fashioned from recycled newspaper, these colourful O’bon pencils last 2-3 times longer than traditional wooden pencils because the leads are better protected. They also manage to inspire awe for the wild in your child, with each pencil showcasing a different animal that corresponds to a particular colour. We love their bright hues. From $2.50 at www.lavishandlime.com"

The List: 11 Eco Ways to Live Well, Savvy Mom, April 16

"Clean Well: AspenClean Grapefruit & Lavender All Purpose Natural Spray Cleaner & Eco Cloth SetVancouver-based AspenClean’s 100% vegan cleaning spray won’t leave toxic residues on countertops but will leave your house—and the air you all breathe in—smelling beautiful with the scents of lavender and grapefruit. Given the esteemed Ecocert certification from Europe, this cleaner is an example of tough, biodegradable all-natural cleaners at their best. $18, available at lavishandlime.com"

 

"Create Well: Faber-Castell Jumbo Triangular Animal EcoPencils  
It’s hard to keep kids away from plastic, particularly when it comes to playtime. But in the craft department you can clean things right up. Consider these recycled pencils that are made thick so they’re easier for smaller hands to grab a hold of. Tip: When buying pencils or pencil crayons, look for the FSC-certified wood symbol which means the product has come from sustainably managed forests and that neither wildlife, soil or waterways were harmed during the harvesting process. $10.80, available at lavishandlime.com"

Garden Gadgets for Green Thumbs, Westcoast Homes & Design Magazine, Vancouver Sun, Spring 2013
"Eco Basket. This lovely collapsible shopping basket does double duty as an unexpected garden trug. Use it to transport seeds and seedlings from teh nursery tot he the garden, or pack ti full of your own home-grown flowers and vegetables. An award-winning design made from aluminum and waterproof nylon. $29 lavishandlime.com"

DIY Plant Pot Slipcovers

Give ugly plastic garden pots a makeover with these simple DIY plant pot slipcovers – and turn your potted garden plants into a colourful focal point for your garden, patio or deck! No need to send the plastic garden pots your flowers, herbs and vegetables come in to the landfill and spend time and money replanting them into brand new ones. Use the original pots instead. Simply dress them up in your kids' old clothes (we used leggings and a long-sleeve shirt) and within minutes, you'll brighten your outdoor space like never before. The best part? Changing slipcovers is as easy as changing clothes. Every time the kids outgrow something, you can always dress your plant pot in it next!

Here at Lavish & Lime, we're always on the lookout for ideas that allow us to live more gently on this earth. This one we came up with ourselves and it fits the bill to a 'T' – it's a brilliant way to reuse. Below is a short pictogram showing how to make your own plant pot slipcovers – and an eco tip: keep fabric remnants and reuse them as cleaning rags.