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Green Gift Guide: The Pop Culture Fan (Slideshow)

Image: TreeHugger Our 10 holiday gift guides are packed with green gifts, and this one is for the giftees who know exactly what’s on TV, in the theaters, or hot on the streets: Pop culture may seem flightly, but few things are more luxurious than losing yourself in a good book, taking the time to appreciate great art, or spending your afternoon lounging in front of an engrossing movie . You also can’t deny the influence that

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Green Gift Guide: The DIY’er (Slideshow)

Photo: TreeHugger No matter where your skills (or lack of) lie, there’s a DIY category for you. From crafting and building to biking and gardening, putting your own two hands to work is a rewarding way to save money and trim your carbon footprint. An added bonus: Taking the time to make something by hand gives you an escape from routine — and a sense of accomplishment — that’s priceless. Encourage your friends’ and family’s inner DIY’er with these eco-friendly gifts. Produced by Mairi Beautyman

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Turn an Old MP3 Player Into New Flashdrive

Image via Instructables About a week ago we saw a cool way to turn a couple old floppy disks into a USB falshdrive. But Instructables user hightekrednek2396 came up with a more modern take on the project. As you upgrade your music player, you might find yourself with a very old version of your iPod. You can put the device to good use by hacking it into a flashdrive . … Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Green Gift Guide: The Design Junkie (Slideshow)

Photo: TreeHugger Beauty is often a key component of luxury, but these holiday gift ideas have more than just a pretty face — they’re also savvy green additions to your home, your commute, and other important aspects of day-to-day life. Satisfy even the most particular design junkie on your list with a drop-dead gorgeous bike, decor items handmade by women in crisis, customizable organic hemp pillows, and more. Produced by Mairi Beautyman

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The Big Eco-Conscious Holiday Giveaway: Tell Us What Good Gesture You’ll Make To Win Awesome Prizes

Images courtesy Summer Rayne Oakes. Friend of TreeHugger and eco-model , consultant, and designer Summer Rayne Oakes has sure piled up spiffy list of do-gooding on her resume since we first met her six years ago. From hosting programs on Planet Green to working with woman in Mozambique to improve their lives through cottage industry, she’s made an indelible mark on the modern green scene. Some of her latest projects include laun… Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Green Gift Guide: The Fashion Buff (Slideshow)

Photo: TreeHugger From shimmering one-of-a-kind bangles of welded architectural scraps to lush cardigans made of vintage cashmere, fashion is full of small luxuries that can make something as routine as getting dressed the best part of your day. This holiday season, treat your favorite fashion buff to a closet makeover that takes style cues from sustainable fabrics, vintage styles, reclaimed jewelry, and cruelty-free designs — without making her (or him) give up any style cred. Produced by Mairi Beautyman … Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Nudge, the New Eco Lifestyle Shop in Helsinki, Has Opened Its Doors

Photo credit: Eero Liesimaa I wish there was a Nudge in every city. It’s a whole new way of shopping, or actually, it’s not just about shopping, but rather about living, and style. Nudge is the new eco lifestyle experience, which consists of a shop, a showroom, a consultancy and a meeting place where you can exchange ideas on how to live better or let yourself be inspired by others. Where is this you might ask? In Helsinki, Finland, where Nudge opened its doors this week, with furniture designed by

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Green Gift Guide: The Green Geek (Slideshow)

Photo: TreeHugger The techie in your life can be a tricky one to please — with that pesky habit of being on 2.0 before the news even reaches you. Instead of giving your green geek gadgets for the holidays that will be obsolete before President’s Day, invest in technology, applications, and electronics that will help make their lives greener. From eco phones to renewable power sources to Yoda-approved clothing, these tech toys will have your techie’s heart melting — and win you something you can’t wire easily into their hearts — hard-earned respect. Produced by Mairi Beautyman … Read the full story on TreeHugger

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‘Jersey Shore’ High Five: Vinny Fails Dating Math

We look back at the five best moments from this week’s episode. By Jim Cantiello Vinny and Paulie D on “Jersey Shore” Photo: MTV We can’t wait for “Jersey Shore” season 45, when the Situation will no doubt begin to resemble Vinny’s Uncle Nino! But for now, we’ll have to settle for the top five moments from this week’s episode. 5. Ain’t Too Proud to Beg The J-Shore boys talk a lot about game, and this week Vinny taught us a new technique in securing dates: beg like a pathetic dog. Ramona said it was “cute” when Vin’s invitation to dinner went like this: “It’s just dinner. Please, please, please, pretty please?” But we’re pretty sure you’re supposed to whisper sweet nothings in girls ears, not whimper. 4. The Ho Equation The aftermath of Vinny and Angelina’s hookup was felt throughout the house. It even made the Situation do math. “You have proven an equation that people have been trying to solve for hundreds of years,” he reasoned. “That when you are nice to a girl, when you take her on four dates, you snuggle with the girl, you buy her gifts, she will not call you. She will play you the f— out. And then she will f— somebody three days later when she’s drunk, with somebody that she hates! Angelina has proven the ho equation!” Yes, the ho equation. Bringing new meaning to the law of syllogism . 3. JWoww’s Mouth Party We’d like to offer $5 goes to anyone who can explain what the hell JWoww was doing with her mouth in the scene that we’ve replayed 20 times already. Fascinating 2. The Italian Feast Vinny’s family came to visit, so you know what that means: home-cooked goodness from Mama Vinny! But like many a good “Top Chef” contestant, Vinny’s mom had a weakness. “And then there’s dessert,” the Situation recalled. “We got milk and we got yodels!” They always crash and burn with the desserts. Always. Vinny’s mom? Please pack your knives and go. 1. The Situation’s Sandwich Pauly booty-called a classy young woman at 6 a.m., and she was supposed to bring along a honey for the Situation. But when she showed up solo, the Sitch was forced to sit this round out. Luckily, he had snacks. What were your high five moments from this week’s “Jersey Shore”? Share them in the comments. Related Videos ‘Jersey Shore’ High Five Highlights Related Photos Jersey Shore (Season 2) | Ep. 8 | Flipbook

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The Fjällräven Kanken Rucksack, a Swedish Eco-Design Classic

Last month, my partner gave me a Fjällräven Kanken rucksack for my 30th birthday, and I have to tell you about it, as this is a classic amongst the eco-designs nowadays. I first spotted these slightly odd-looking bags in London many years ago, and learnt that they are a Swedish product, designed to last forever. When I received one in the mail recently, I got to know it a little better…. Read the full story on TreeHugger

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