Fiddlehead: a Green Emporium

Sprouting an abundance of earth-loving schtuff

By KRISTINE BARRY

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Fiddlehead, an eco-chic boutique located on the Newb's consumption boulevard, fits the bill for those looking to make their lives greener, bit by sustainable bit. In this up-the-stairs spot, you can score striking earth-friendly gifts, accessories and home goods that span a gamut of price points and styles.

Store owner Carol Miller picks all pieces in the boutique and makes sure that everything—from housewares to jewelry—is not just eco-minded, but beautiful. "The principle behind [Fiddlehead] is that the pieces are both green and attractive, well-designed things," says Miller. "You don't need to compromise the aesthetic for a green choice. We want it to be something you would buy anyway ... and then it just so happens to be green." Some of Miller's favorite pieces in the store are picture frames made out of wood from old homes: "They have these very delicate designs painted on them, and on some you can see the holes from where the nails once were."

The shop's got everything from super-soft wool puppets for the kids to luxe stationery made from recycled paper; from bracelets constructed from palm leaves to show-stopping necklaces comprised of beans. (Beans!) Never mind global warming—who knew green style could be so scorching hot?

[292 Newbury St., Boston. 617.247.1120. fiddlehead.us]