Archive for October, 2008
Trick or Treats
Posted by Mandi | Filed under Food, Lifestyle
Halloween is just around the corner, and what are you going to do to avoid being the weird lady that gives out apples? Are you the house most likely to be skipped? Here are some yummy vegan-friendly treats to help you (and everyone else) enjoy this haunted holiday a little more.
*These are of course, for the sugar loving herbivores.
For the Trick-or-treaters (and you later):
Candy
Airheads taffy
Atkins peanut butter bars
Blow Pops
Brach’s Cinnamon Hard Candy
Charms lollipops
Chick-o-Sticks
Cracker Jack
Cry Babies (more…)
Fun and Funky Boots
Posted by Mandi | Filed under Fashion, Shoes
Its that time of the year again -boot time! Late fall means its time to cover up your footsies.. and why not do it in style? Check out these fun cruelty-free finds:
Sale! Crystalyn Kae Handbags
Posted by Mandi | Filed under Bags, Fashion, On Sale
Crystalyn Kae and her pretty little bags are celebrating Halloween right by offering a 15% discount on all orange handbags from now until October 31st. You would think that an orange handbag wouldn’t be too appealing, but you are wrong my friend. Crystalyn puts forth her unique and simple style in these bags. The vintage textiles that peak through really contrast and compliment these gorgeous orange bags. Get em while they’re hot and cheap, ladies.
Check out an interview with Miss Kae at girliegirlarmy 
Happy Friday -Link Roundup!
Posted by Mandi | Filed under Happy Friday -Link Roundup
20 MORE tasty vegan recipes that don’t suck -More yummy recipes from webecoist
The Healthy Vegan:What you never knew about veganism -The key to eating a healthy and complete vegan diet
Time to vote for your favorite Vaute Couture designs - Voting ends Monday, so hurry up!
Cactus & Ivy -Yummy smelling lotions, scrubs, washes, ect..
The ultimate winter jacket -for me at least.
fashion-conscience.com -adorable eco friendly, fair trade and vegan clothing and accessories.
ipod cord caddy -not vegan-themed but still an adorable, brilliant, easy to make, idea.
Have a great weekend!
Blog Action Day: The Truth About Poverty and How Going Vegan Can Help
Posted by Mandi | Filed under Awareness
Today is Blog Action Day, a day when tons of bloggers from around the world write about one single topic. The topic this year is poverty. Poverty is an easily preventable and curable epidemic that can be solved with just a bit of selflessness and compassion. This is my take on poverty, including a brief overview, some ways to help, and how veganism is the best and easiest way to make a dent. Make sure to check out the list of other participating blogs to see what they have to say.
According to Wikipedia, Poverty (also called penury) is deprivation of common necessities that determine the quality of life, including food, clothing, shelter and safe drinking water and may also include the deprivation of opportunities to learn, to obtain better employment to escape poverty, and/or to enjoy the respect of fellow citizens. (more…)
olsenHaus -Pure Vegan Shoes
Posted by Mandi | Filed under Fashion, Shoes
The founding philosophy of olsenHaus is based in the universal truth, respect for all beings, with a dedication to the expression of spiritual truth in the material world.
-from the olsenHaus company philosophy
With a philosophy like that, and the absolutely beautiful end product, how can you not love olsenHaus? Retro 80’s design mixed with contemporary style marks olsenHaus’s line. These shoes are unique enough to make you stand out but simple enough to wear every day. Their eco and animal friendly philosphy and philanthropic nature (Greenpeace, Farm Sanctuary, PETA) makes this designer stand out not just for hot fashion, but for a big heart!
Embodies: cutest little green shop ever
Posted by Mandi | Filed under Bags, Fashion, Jewelry, Outerwear, Shoes
Embodies really embodies (sorry I couldn’t resist) the idea of a fashion forward eco and health conscious existence. Everything that is sold on this site is beautiful, unique and of fantastic quality from many companies which pride themselves on a sustainable product. (more…)
Happy Friday! -Link Roundup
Posted by Mandi | Filed under Happy Friday -Link Roundup
Win vegan halloween candy -fun for all ages!
Gingerbats -cute and tasty
whoops! -Perhaps if you are the biggest hamburger chain in the world you shouldnt use a vegetarian to promote your company.
Who says you have to eat meat to be a successful athlete? -Famous vegan athletesand their compassionate success stories.
Homemade vegan candy corn -yay!
20 vegan meals that don’t suck - some interesting entrees included
Matt and Nat Sample Sale!
Posted by Mandi | Filed under Bags, Fashion, On Sale
Over at my favorite Austrian e-store: Muso Koroni, all Matt and Nat bags are 50% off. All of the bags are in perfect shape, and just as fabulous as the full-priced versions. My favorites are the ultra-hip Sade Carton Clutch and the simple and chic Portman Bag.
While you are shopping be sure to check out Muso Koroni’s other discounted items (up to 40%). Like the Button Wrap Cardigan, perfect to add to your fall layers.
Fret not ladies, the whole shop is 100% vegan and some items are even organic and/or fair trade!
Happy Friday - Link Round Up!
Posted by Mandi | Filed under Happy Friday -Link Roundup
First and foremost - RIP Paul Newman. A man who made a huge impact on the world and in the lives of the less fortunate. You will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
How to do vegan beauty -The Aussies show you how to do beauty right.
Raw vanilla milkshake -oh…yum!
Vote For the World’s Cutest Vegetarian Kid -They are all so cute, I can’t decide!
Ellen Degeneres has gone vegan - !!!
57 Reasons to go vegan -some you probably never realized!
Obama decides to adopt a dog from the shelter -While Palin decides to kill 5,000 of them with her bare hands.
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