Philips A Simple Switch & Eco-Artware.com Review and Giveaway

For those who read here often, you probably know that over the years I have tried to become more eco-conscious. I do my best to think more about the products we buy, as well as simple things like not leaving the lights on if we leave the room. Finding 'greener' ways to live has become very important to me, especially since having children. That's why I was thrilled when asked to be an official brand ambassador for the Philips green revolution!
Philips has created A Simple Switch, which is a quick survey that assists people in discovering just how energy efficient they are by showing them their energy color. Although I think of myself as fairly eco-conscious, I was still a little nervous to see what my energy color would be. After answering questions like, "Do you leave lights on in rooms that no one is in?"...I had no idea what the results would show. It turns out our family got a C. That definitely leaves room for improvement! Taking the survey helped me see the areas I can improve in. I am definitely going to start unplugging some of our appliances when they're not in use as well as replacing old light bulbs in a more timely manner.

One way I have tried to become more eco-conscious is to purchase products from companies that have that same mindset. As a brand ambassador for the Philips green revolution, I had the opportunity to review a product from a great, eco-friendly company called Eco-Artware.com. They are committed to providing eco-friendly gifts from recycled, reused and natural materials!

As I browsed the Eco-Artware online store for the first time, I was very impressed with the large collection of unique, high quality and environmentally friendly gifts that they offer. No matter the occasion...winter holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, etc...they have natural and recycled products perfect for those who care about our planet.

I was sent a Set of 6 Record Label Coasters to review.

When they arrived, I was immediately impressed! I love the circular case they come in and knew this would be perfect for keeping them together when not in use.

Each coster was created from an original, unplayable record. They are double-sided and laminated to protect the labels from moisture and to prevent scuffs on furniture. The coaster sets like the one I received are comprised of six assorted vintage record labels.

The idea of using original records as coasters is something I would have never thought of. What a neat idea! I have enjoyed looking through each of the coasters and have found them to be a great conversation piece! They're unique, fun, and a great way to reuse unplayable records without simply throwing them away.

One of the main things I love about this coaster set is the quality. They are very well-made and something I know will last a long time. A lot of care went into making sure of that, which is something I really appreciate and look for in the products I buy for myself and for others as gifts.

As I mentioned before, the coaster set is just one of so many great items found at Eco-Artware.com! They offer an array of beautiful products that would make perfect gifts and items in the home - bags, children's toys, jewelry...the list goes on! As I looked through their selection I continued to be amazed with all the creative and unique products offered. For instance, check out these platters!

They are 17" in diameter, handmade from retired aluminum road signs and recycled copper rivets. They have pre-drilled hanging holes so they could easily be hung on a wall, or of course, used to serve food. What I love about a product like this is that no two platters are the same. Each is unique due to the exposure to weather that each has had.

If you're looking for beautiful, unique, well-made and environmentally friendly gift ideas, I would suggest taking a look at Eco-Artware.com.

Win It: One lucky winner is going to win a Black & White 17 inch platter (a $70 value!) from Eco-Artware.com!

Mandatory Entry - 'Like' A Simple Switch on Facebook

Extra Entries: (Only valid after the mandatory entry has been completed. Leave 1 comment for each extra entry)

1. 2 extra entries- Take the A Simple Switch Test and leave a comment with your score

2. 2 extra entries- Follow A Simple Switch on Twitter

3. 2 extra entries- 'Like' Eco-Artware.com on Facebook

4. 2 extra entries- Follow Eco-Artware.com on Twitter

5. 3 extra entries- blog about this giveaway (linking to this post, A Simple Switch and Eco-Artware.com) and leave THREE comments with the URL to that post.

6. 1 extra entry- Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this giveaway (You can tweet once a day for one extra entry every day)! You can copy and paste:

#Win a 17" Platter from @ecoartware #momsbalancingact http://tinyurl.com/2644aet Ends 11/15 #asimpleswitch RT PLS!

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7. 1 extra entry- subscribe to A Mom's Balancing Act via e-mail (found along the side column) and leave TWO comments letting me know.

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9. 1 extra entry- Follow my blog publicly on Google Friend Connect

10. Enter any of my other current giveaways running now. Leave me a comment on which one(s)....ONE entry for EACH giveaway you enter!!

Leave one comment for each entry you complete above including with each, your e-mail address so that I can easily contact the winner!!

This giveaway will end November 15th and is open to the US Only

**The products for this review and giveaway were provided for free by Eco-Artware.com as part of the A Simple Switch Test Mom Program. I was not paid for this post and all opinions found here are my own.**