Mizuhiki Cord Knots Tutorial

Wow. Just wow. I'm amazed by how cool this knot made with mizuhiki cord looks. Zakka Life provides a lesson on how to make this abalone shell knot. (via Craftzine) Decorate all your gifts!

Green Giving Guides

I'm always trying to find ways to give gifts that are meaningful but environmentally-friendly and/or promote social justice. Here are a few online gift guides that I have found helpful for providing gift-giving inspiration:

Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
Grist Magazine
Environmental Defense Fund
Treehugger (also see Treehugger's general gift guide)