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A Constant Work In Progress

Well, friends, the huddles have changed yet again.  They are indeed a constant work in progress.  Last week, we saw some site redesign go live and we hope you're as excited as we are.  

Here's the basic run-down of everything that's new and improved:

Action Shots
What is an action shot, you ask?  As much as we like stock photos, it's so much more fun to see YOU with  your stuff!  Now, on each product page, we've called out the action shots as distinct from any manufacturer or stock photos.  More love for your photos, and more fun for other Huddlers.  Not to mention, we'll soon be kicking off a contest all about action shots (head down to the bottom of the post for more on that).

"Huddlers who have this, also have..."
We have always encouraged users to keep track of products they 'own' and 'want' in their "Product Profiles."  Now, we're putting this data to good use.  Let's say you're interested in Dr. Bronner's pure castile soap.  Now you can find out what other stuff people who own Dr. Bronner's have and what they think about it.  This goes beyond the notion of related products and let's you see real, quantifiable data on what your fellow Huddlers are actually using.

Product Page Redesign
Speaking of the product pages, some Huddlers may notice product pages have been rearranged a bit. We're in testing mode, so only half of our users will see the new page, but if you're REALLY curious, just clear your cache and refresh and you'll likely see the other version. We've also posted a side by side here.

Our primary goal in this redesign is to more prominently feature your great forum and wiki content. We have been told that with it in the right column, it was getting 'zoned out' as advertising content. What do you think?

New User Registration Process
In an effort to bring maximally relevant content to new users, we have re-vamped the registration process. After the basic set up with a user name and password, etc., the new registration process asks you to check boxes with your interests so we can immediately direct you to threads and posts that you'll enjoy. We've also streamlined adding products to your Product Profile so that with just a click of the button, you can say you want the Tesla Roadster, own Dr. Bronner's soap, or used to own Seventh Generation shower cleaner all on one page.


Coming soon to huddles near you...

Product Category Explosion
In the Green Home Huddle, we'll soon be moving far beyond the appliances, cleaning products, cars, etc. you've come to know and love.  We're looking to really expand the Eco Babies and Kids category to include clothes, toys, and feeding gear.  We're also going to be adding Organic Food and Drink, Green Resources (like books, magazines, movies, blogs, and online tools), and Green Fashion (everything from skirts to boxers to tote bags).  For those of you who have requested green building supplies and cooking equipment, we haven't forgotten about you!

Not One But Two Contests
Last but not least, we'll soon be launching two great contests all about Green Home action shots.  The first contest is open to anyone and everyone - and all of the categories in Green Home are fair game.  So get your camera out, say cheese, and get clicking!  Your shot could win you a cool green camera or a solar camera bag (or for the runners up, sweet shoes from Simple).  

As for the second contest, this one is all about green babies and green mommies.  In conjunction with the category expansion, we'd really love to get all you green parents sharing your knowledge and your photos.  Our grand prize winners will win deluxe packages of 15 baby care products from Nature's Baby, Little Twig, Miessence, and Baby Oh Baby (and our runners up will do just fine too with a gift set from Baby Wise Organics).
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