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Dynamic Duo Visions of modern, sleek furniture and lifestyle products that use eco-conscious materials inspired Scott and Nikki Neves’ Dominic Design. The Vancouver pair creates recycled wooden furniture (coffee tables, office desks, cabinets, and dining tables) and jewellery, while protecting timber resources and conserving our forests. Dominic Design offers ethical alternatives to plastics and resins, harmful chemical treatments, and lacquers by using the latest water-based lacquer (low VOCs) and natural pigments on textiles made from sustainable resources such as bamboo. And, based on a minimal-waste policy, their designs also make the most of reclaimed wood: the byproduct of their furniture is fashioned into jewellery with coconut and hemp oil as a natural finish, plus a little added bling: Italian sterling silver. Now that’s a “waste” product we want! Jewellery available at Life of Riley (3697 Main St.); for furniture, 
Balanced and Beautiful Whoever said beauty is only skin deep has never experienced a session with certified Dr.Hauschka therapist Ezra Tekdal. She believes that being beautiful on the outside means indulging what’s on the inside and aligning perfectly with nature. Tekdal’s health-based approach incorporates body therapy, facials, herbal medicine, and nutritional consultations that support our own natural healing rhythms. The Classic Dr.Hauschka Holistic Face Treatment combines lymph stimulation and aromatherapy with the help of 100-per-cent biodynamic, organic products and includes a foot bath, foot and arm massage, and décolleté treatment. The lavish two-hour session at Broadway Wellness Centre (204-1114 W. Broadway) will leave you with a sense of well-being and inner balance. And it’s not only a haven of relaxation but also a place to learn how to live a healthier, more beautiful life. To book, contact Ezra at 604-730-9959 or 
It’s Haiku Time Does that thoughtful gift of a candle say “Your house could smell nicer,” or does it say something more profound? Actions speak louder than words, but sometimes words can help. Especially if they’re well-chosen. Candles, bookmarks, collages, and more get personal with an Every Day Haiku. Anne Dunnett, an accomplished designer and poet, will consult with you to create the perfect little verse to sum up your feelings. Her designs incorporate an Asian influence, but are thoroughly modern. And so are the haikus. The tyranny of the 5/7/5 rhythm scheme has lifted, so your very own poem can take the form that suits it best. Info: 
Mama Don’t Take No Mess You listened to your mother when you were a child—well, if you knew what was good for you. With that lesson learned, it should be a given to heed the wisdom of the biggest mother of them all: Mother Earth. And according to Kim Rogerson’s quirky designs, Mother Earth wants you to do something about that messy room. (We get the idea that Mama E. is talking about more than hanging up your jeans and doing some sweeping.) It’s a reminder that you can purchase just about anything, from mugs and cloth bags to hoodies and tank tops, or even a T-shirt for Rover, with half the profits going to environmentally friendly organizations. But you better not call it nagging or you’ll be in big trouble, mister. For more info: 
Hang Up on Hunger These days, people are as fickle with their cell phones as Lindsay Lohan is with boyfriends. Lilo’s forgotten suitors may be able to find solace in the arms of some other starlet, but unfortunately, your cast-off handset isn’t so lucky. Spare it the landfill by participating in the Rogers-sponsored Phones for Food program. The plan is simple but genius. Drop off your phone at any collection point, where it will be recycled and sold to the remanufacturing industry. Your old phone gets a little love in the warm hands of someone else, while you get the satisfaction of seeing the proceeds go to local food banks. For drop-off points, 
Leather-Luxe Chic If you’re a style-conscious gal about town, you’ve probably heard of Vancouver native Erin Templeton’s soft leather bags and shoes. Handmade from naturally, locally tanned leather, Templeton’s bags are the eco-luxe complement to a pair of your favourite organic cotton jeans. The Only bag is aptly named—it’s big enough to carry a laptop, and sleek enough to be shrunk to average purse size with an adjustable strap. The natural leather has a soft durability that weathers gracefully, and shows Templeton’s mastery of the craft (she studied shoemaking at London’s Cordwainer College). For summer, check out the Knotical tote made from recycled vintage canvas in vibrant stripes and prints. Available at Gravity Pope (2205 W. 4th Ave., 604-731-7673), Dream (311 W. Cordova, 604-683-7326), and others; visit 
Mom, the Superhero Faster than a speeding tot, stronger than a teen motive, able to leap to action in a single bound—it’s Super Mom! And with nerves of steel and super-sized love, it’s no wonder we depend on her for just about everything. But whether she’s saving the world or saving our bacon, maternal manoeuvres can leave Mom flat-footed. Revive your hero with a Superwoman-on-the-go Kit from Saje. Perfect for on-the-fly pampering, the kit’s travel-size boosters include sense-tingling Rain Forest Body Wash and soothing Carrot Lotion. Made from natural ingredients and packed with a green mesh sponge, the body-care products make a nifty gift, ideal for Mother’s Day. Grab a kit from Saje’s flagship store (1291 Robson Street) or go to 
Renovation 911 When you renovate your home, it means the end of the line for a lot of building supplies. But stop! Don’t give up—there’s some life in them yet! Instead of throwing away your old windows, doors, lumber, and lighting fixtures, consider donating them to ReStores. Run by Habitat For Humanity, these building-supply resale centres are an earth-sound way to recycle your home’s old trappings. The cash generated by this crafty venture all goes to support Habitat’s building programs, bringing the cycle of sustainable construction full-circle. And while you’re there giving your old avocado-green fridge a new lease on life, consider resuscitating a few supplies yourself; ReStores are the perfect place to purchase your own pre-loved DIY materials. For locations: 
