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Bill Bailey to front Eden's first Comedy Session

bill bailey.jpegThe Eden Project has played host to lots of music acts over the years, from Goldfrapp to the Verve. But now, the lush green venue is to focus on comedy acts, starting with a gig from surreal musician and comedian Bill Bailey.

The Eden project has admitted that it coveted the Part Troll star for some time before he finally agreed to kick off their first comedy season: "We've been trying to get Bill Bailey to kick off our Comedy Sessions for the past five years. It's a dream come true and will be well worth the wait when this great, family-friendly show comes to Eden", said Head of Events Jane Montague.

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 7, 2008 11:29 AM in Events and happenings| Green News
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Epson printers get Energy Saving Trust's seal of approval

epsom printer.jpgIt may seem strange that a printer of any sort should get the thumbs up from an environmental body, but the Energy Saving Trust has just granted Epson its energy saving recommendation label; the first to appear on a printer.

The recommendation was based on three criteria; energy (Watts) used when the printer is on-ready to use, energy used in sleep mode and energy used when on standby. The only question in my mind is should the EST really be endorsing a technology that uses paper where greener alternatives may be available?

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 7, 2008 10:49 AM in Energy saving| Green News| Green gadgets
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Hello Kitty goes green with Sanrio solar charger

hello kitty solar charger2.jpgNow that she's an international fashion icon, it's only right and proper that everyone's favourite Japanese cat should embrace the green lifestyle. And that's exactly what she's done with the launch of an official Sanrio licensed solar-power charger!

The pocket-sized charging device will juice up your mp3, mobile phone, DS-lite and other gadgets after a six hour soak in the sun. Whether you love or loathe La Kitty, it sounds like a great way to get young, fashion conscious girlies into the eco way of life. It's yours for $159.99.

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Posted by AbiSilvester on May 7, 2008 10:09 AM in Green News| Green gadgets
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Review: Karine Jackson organic hair dye

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Getting your hair done in a salon should be a relaxing experience. It requires friendly but not to talkative staff, a selection of up to date magazines, and of course a complimentary glass of champers. However, when you're offered a wine-list from the comfort of the chair you realize you've arrived somewhere really special. Enter the world of Karine Jackson, a finalist for the L'Oreal Colour Trophy and London Hairdresser of the year 2007. She's going to sort me out with a gorgeous colour today, using an Organic hair colour system. [Via Kiss & Makeup]

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 7, 2008 9:30 AM in Health & beauty| Organic
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Pretty printed fairtrade bags by Sarah Smith

sarah smith shopper.jpgMove over Cath Kidston; the funkiest, prettiest floral print designs are now being created by someone called Sarah Smith, and every one of her products is ethical to the core.

Sarah Smith's cute range of bags, tea towels, aprons and all manner of other items essential to domestic goddessery is made from 100% fairtrade certified cotton, so you can rest assured that your eco shopper has never seen the inside of a sweatshop. There are four different print designs to choose from, and the bags are available in either beach or shopper style. From £4.50 at Ethical Superstore

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 6, 2008 5:05 PM in Fairtrade| Fashion & accessories
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Get back to nature with Feather Down Farms

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If experiencing the great outdoors is high on your agenda for holiday success, you'll definitely want to check out the Feather Down Farms. A network of working farms, all run by 'passionate guardians of the countryside', this is the perfect opportunity to get away from it all.

While you'll be able to dine under the stars, cook by candlelight and make friends with the local livestock, you certainly won't be roughing it on one of these trips: Feather Down Farms' tents are equipped with traditional cooking stoves, flush toilets, a large dining table and are incredibly spacious; you can see the interior of one of the tents after the jump (and if that doesn't make you want to go camping, I don't know what will!)

Related: Organic places to stay | Eco holidays in eco lodges | Ecotourism in Ireland with Greenbox.com

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 6, 2008 2:25 PM in Transport & travel
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Spring: time to get the washing line out!

washing line.jpgObviously, the first reason to be happy about the current seasonal weather conditions is the chance to get out there and enjoy the sunshine in your favourite eco chic summer clothes and shoes, while drinking an ice-cold, organic, biodynamic beer!

But next on your priorities should be how you're going to dry those clothes. Happily, it's about this time of year that we can pull the plug on our tumble dryers and keep them quiet for the next few months. I was shocked to hear that hanging washing out to dry in the garden is considered 'vulgar' by some people, as this really is one of the major benefits of the warmer months.

Related: Our guide to drying clothes the green way

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 6, 2008 1:59 PM in Green News| Home & Garden
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