Green Shopping Made Simple! Sustain Stores Review & Giveaway!
Monday, April 27, 2009 Posted by Jolly Mom
Have you taken a good look at the grocery store aisles lately? If you have, I know that you've noticed all the new "green" products... or so the manufacturers want us to think. However, most of these products are NOT "green"-not even close. Most of the big brands are doing it though. They know that we are demanding more green and natural products, but rather than actually create those products; they try to fool us. Since there are not any regulations in place to prevent companies from doing this, they simply change the color of the bottle to an earthy shade, maybe add a natural ingredient or two, and tack on a label that says something like..."made with natural ingredients". They've gotten me several times. Hook. Line. and Sinker. Not anymore though-I have wised up to their clever (deceptive) packaging and I now know that I have to do my research or...I can let someone else do the research for me. An online store that takes the guesswork out of buying green is Sustain. They independently verify all green claims before selling a product and label the products sold on their site with one or more icons (pictured below) that describe the "green" benefits of that product. That way, we can shop with confidence!
About Sustain (from the website):
Sustain is a business dedicated to providing the resources necessary for families and individuals to live more sustainably. Founded in Louisville, Kentucky by brothers Mark and Tim Appleberry, the company opened its first store in November 2007 at the Vogue Shopping Center. From the start, the brothers have been dedicated to operating a sustainable retail operation. They used locally sourced, low formaldehyde mdf board for product shelving and outfitted the store with locally purchased previously used fixtures. In addition, the store is outfitted with energy conserving lighting and filled with great products designed to help people live a "greener" life. Sustain is also developing a carbon offset program to alleviate the environmental costs of its retail and ecommerce operations.
At Sustain, you will find eco friendly products for the home, children, pets, men, and women...every part of your life! I know that sometimes it feels like going green is costly, but the products sold at Sustain can actually help you save money in the long run. They sell low-flow shower heads, solar powered devices, energy monitors, and much more. Don't worry-Sustain also sells fun green products too! You will find organic bath and body products, organic toys, furniture and clothing for kids, reusable grocery totes, eco friendly home decor, and a whole lot more.
Sustain sent Lucas their organic cotton Children's T-shirt for me to review. It says Sustain on the front and the back says, "I'm greener than you". Very, very cute! Also, this t-shirt is SO SOFT. One of the softest and most comfortable t-shirts that Lucas owns!
One product that Sustain sells that I had NEVER heard of, but I would love to own is the Bath 3000 Crystal Ball. It removes 90% or more of free chlorine from your bathwater. Lucas suffers from eczema and dry skin so I think this would be great for him. It is safe for infants, adults, and pets and you basically just drop it into your bathwater. Finding new products like these and others is why I really like Sustain. Not only is it a great store to find new products, but it is also a place to learn more about living a sustainable life. Sustain also has an awesome blog where you'll find in depth green product reviews, advice on going green, and they even have recipes for eco friendly household cleaners.SPECIAL OFFER! Sustain wants you to GO GREEN so they are offering all Jolly Mom readers 20% off their orders between now and May 15. Use coupon code: sustain at checkout.
This contest is closed. Congratulations to the winner, Renee (yeloechikee)! Winner has been emailed and has 48 hours to contact me.
April 27, 2009 1:05 AM
I like the Children's Pink Zebra Mug too cute!!!
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April 27, 2009 1:07 AM
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April 27, 2009 1:08 AM
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April 27, 2009 1:30 AM
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April 27, 2009 1:47 AM
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April 27, 2009 1:49 AM
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April 27, 2009 1:52 AM
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April 27, 2009 2:11 AM
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April 27, 2009 2:12 AM
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April 27, 2009 3:14 AM
I like the duck washcloth.
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April 27, 2009 6:03 AM
I would love the Roadrunner Optimized Flow Shower Head,sounds amazing
Thanks
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April 27, 2009 6:04 AM
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April 27, 2009 6:05 AM
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April 27, 2009 6:51 AM
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April 27, 2009 6:51 AM
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April 27, 2009 7:55 AM
I like the Organic Bumper Bed. I'd get a large one and make my cats share :)
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April 27, 2009 7:55 AM
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April 27, 2009 8:23 AM
I liked the sandwich sack in mod swirls.
April 27, 2009 8:24 AM
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April 27, 2009 8:29 AM
The train and firetruck bookends are really cute.
April 27, 2009 8:46 AM
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April 27, 2009 8:47 AM
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April 27, 2009 8:49 AM
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April 27, 2009 8:50 AM
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April 27, 2009 9:24 AM
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April 27, 2009 9:24 AM
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April 27, 2009 10:05 AM
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April 27, 2009 10:06 AM
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April 27, 2009 10:06 AM
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April 27, 2009 10:08 AM
I like the Dechlorinating Shower Filter and Massage Shower. Thanks for sharing~
April 27, 2009 10:23 AM
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April 27, 2009 11:54 AM
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April 27, 2009 11:55 AM
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April 27, 2009 12:17 PM
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April 27, 2009 12:18 PM
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April 27, 2009 12:18 PM
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April 27, 2009 1:56 PM
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April 27, 2009 1:57 PM
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April 27, 2009 2:04 PM
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April 27, 2009 2:29 PM
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April 27, 2009 2:29 PM
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April 27, 2009 2:29 PM
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April 27, 2009 3:37 PM
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April 27, 2009 3:51 PM
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April 27, 2009 3:51 PM
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April 27, 2009 3:52 PM
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April 27, 2009 7:49 PM
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April 27, 2009 8:58 PM
I love the project tables and stools. Such a perfect thing for the little ones.
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April 27, 2009 9:58 PM
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April 27, 2009 9:59 PM
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April 28, 2009 5:30 AM
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April 28, 2009 1:54 PM
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April 28, 2009 2:20 PM
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April 28, 2009 2:20 PM
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April 28, 2009 2:39 PM
Thank you for a great giveaway! My daughter loves ducks so I like the duck washcloth for her. Thank you!
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April 28, 2009 8:23 PM
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April 28, 2009 8:23 PM
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April 29, 2009 6:27 AM
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April 29, 2009 6:58 PM
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April 29, 2009 9:44 PM
Hi ! I found your site through Two of a Kind's. I find it very interesting!
I am entering this giveaway from Sustain , I spent quite a while looking over there nice selection. I think I would start with the Stainless Steel Compost pail & work my way up to one of the big yard tumblers they offer!
Lots of great stuff for kids too!
If I win I will need a Toddler size.
thanks !
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April 29, 2009 9:46 PM
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April 30, 2009 1:19 AM
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April 30, 2009 1:41 PM
They have Charlie's Soap Liquid Laundry Detergent. I would love to try this with my son's cloth diapers. I've heard lots of good things about this product!
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April 30, 2009 1:47 PM
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April 30, 2009 11:25 PM
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May 1, 2009 2:09 AM
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May 1, 2009 2:13 AM
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May 1, 2009 2:50 PM
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May 3, 2009 10:15 AM
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May 3, 2009 10:17 AM
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May 3, 2009 12:12 PM
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May 4, 2009 12:53 AM
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May 4, 2009 12:57 PM
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May 4, 2009 3:36 PM
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May 4, 2009 3:37 PM
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May 4, 2009 8:03 PM
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May 6, 2009 1:44 PM
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May 7, 2009 7:53 PM
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May 7, 2009 7:53 PM
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May 8, 2009 11:40 AM
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May 9, 2009 12:19 PM
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May 9, 2009 4:23 PM
The Brainbox Around the USA for ages 8+ sounds like a great, fun game to test memory skills. Thanks!
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May 9, 2009 4:23 PM
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May 10, 2009 11:58 AM
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May 11, 2009 3:00 AM
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May 11, 2009 3:01 AM
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May 11, 2009 3:01 AM
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May 11, 2009 10:13 AM
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May 11, 2009 12:15 PM
Love ALL of the toys.
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May 11, 2009 1:42 PM
Coyuchi Jingo Organic Crib Bedding(the whole set) would be a nice gift for my friend who is about to have a baby
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May 11, 2009 2:11 PM
I like the Children's Cereal Bowl Set, love that it's made from stainless steel!
May 11, 2009 2:11 PM
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May 11, 2009 5:43 PM
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May 11, 2009 6:13 PM
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May 11, 2009 8:49 PM
Let's go with the Roadrunner Optimized Flow Shower Head.
May 11, 2009 11:37 PM
I love the Roadrunner Optimized Flow Shower Head :)
May 11, 2009 11:40 PM
I like the Snack Taxi Snack Sack - Mod Swirls - way better than plastic bags that kids could chew on and choke.
May 13, 2009 11:41 PM
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May 13, 2009 11:41 PM
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