Going, Going, Gone!

It's official now, the HGTV Green Home is gone. Congratulations to Kari Coffey from Saginow, MI. I am definitely happy for Kari and her husband, Mike, especially since they also have a 4 year old daughter who can make great use of the mermain inspired kids room.

Although I may not have been the winner, there are some positives to look at.

• Out of 16,878,017 million people who entered to win the home, the winner claimed to have only entered the contest 3-5 times. Not bad odds...considering.

• I think that we all got a lot of good design tips, and how to stay eco friendly.

• Style, style, style...it's HGTV, and no, they didn't disappoint. The home, although green throughout, but chalked full of style. Just goes to show that green and style can co-exist.

Take a look at a great blog all about how to be Eco-Fabulous!
Don't despair, there's always next year. HGTV has given us some clues as to where the next green home is going to be. Looks like Missouri to me.

Check out this eco-friendly bamboo picture frame and this adorable Mermaid Cookbook that ties nicely into the kids mermaid inspired bedroom.