Guest Blogger
Paige Wolf
Paige Wolf is a publicist, author, and green living expert who uses her media savvy and personal moxie to promote manageable eco-chic living. After working as a journalist, publicist, and communications manager, Paige founded Paige Wolf Media & Public Relations in 2002. The firm, which offers communications services to clients who contribute to a sustainable world and positive change, is the first and only certified B Corporation public relations company in the Philadelphia area, meeting comprehensive and transparent social and environmental standards.
In 2010, Paige published her first book, Spit That Out! The Overly Informed Parent's Guide to Raising Children in the Age of Environmental Guilt, which received national acclaim from People.com, Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine, The Huffington Post, Daily Candy, and more.
Paige regularly appears as a green living expert on television, and she has been featured in numerous publications, including Boho, MSN.com, and Forbes.com. She frequently speaks at green living conferences and expos and has written about green living for several publications.
As an event planner and publicist, Paige has co-chaired Career Wardrobe’s annual “A Perfect Fit” premiere fundraiser for the past seven years. She has been involved with the planning, execution, and publicity of community events, including Manayunk Eco-Arts Festival, GreenFest Philly, With Love Super Adoption Day, and Sustainable Business Network’s Sustainaball. She serves on the advisory committee of Career Wardrobe, and is a member of The Philadelphia Public Relations Association, Greater Philadelphia Sustainable Business Network, and Women’s Way’s Young Women’s Initiative.
Paige’s awards include the Philadelphia Public Relations Association’s Fast Track Award. She is one of Earth911.com’s “Five Moms Who Made a Difference” and one of Circle of Mom’s “Top 25 Eco-Friendly Moms.” She is also proud to be a Parent Ambassador for Healthy Child, Healthy World. Paige holds a degree in English/Journalism from the University of Delaware, where her work at the newspaper and resurrection of the campus magazine helped to earn two Pacemaker awards.
She lives in Philadelphia with her husband, son, and American Hairless Terrier.
Use That Whole Chicken! Easy Chicken Broth
We know that it’s cheaper to buy a whole organic chicken than to buy it in parts. I still don’t personally have a use for the bag of innards, but I finally have a way to make the most out of that meatless back portion and the dinky little wings!
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Easy Instant Oatmeal
Once upon a time I ate little packets of Oatmeal for breakfast. (Actually, once upon a time I ate Cinnamon Toast Crunch for breakfast, but let’s stay on topic).
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No-Pectin Jam
Whether you are trying to use up extra fruit or you’re thinking about a way to save money on extra-special homemade gifts, making your own jam can be quick and easy — something even the most harried mom (or dad) can do.
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Two Ways to Use up Homemade (or store-bought) Bread
Leftover bread? Devastating to throw away, especially when you’ve put all that effort into baking it. Or maybe your kid just won’t eat the crusts or the ends.
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Bare(ly) Homesteading: A How-To DIY Cooking Series for Harried Moms
Can I make jam without buying something called “pectin?” Can I make sun-dried tomatoes on a cloudy day? Do I really need cream of tartar (or was that tartar sauce?) to make Play-Doh?
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