Zero Waste Gardening Tips
Want zero-waste gardening tips? Learn about the benefits of composting and tips for recycling garden plastics to create a sustainable garden.
Want zero-waste gardening tips? Learn about the benefits of composting and tips for recycling garden plastics to create a sustainable garden.
This post about ethically sourced jewelry is sponsored, however, all opinions expressed here are my own. Are you considering jewelry gifts this year? Are you concerned about the sustainability of the gold, diamonds, and other jewelry materials used in it? From ethically sourced gold to lab grown diamonds, there are many options to choose … Read more
Looking for old toothbrush uses around the house? Just because it’s a bit chewed up, doesn’t mean it can’t serve a new purpose. Try one of these ways to repurpose old toothbrushes and extend the life just a tad bit longer. Do you really need to change your toothbrush? YES! I am slightly neurotic about … Read more
Are you throwing empty milk jugs into the recycling bin? DON’T! There are dozens of creative ways to reuse plastic milk jugs around the house. From easy DIY bird feeders to homemade weights for your next workout, here are a few ways to use repurposed milk jugs to reduce your carbon footprint. I have WAY … Read more
I’ve found a lot of the products I purchase come in tin cans. While I always recycle them, I also try to find creative ways to repurpose them. If you are looking for creative uses for tin cans, try one of my fun suggestions below! Easy and creative uses for tin cans As a first … Read more
Asking yourself ‘What can I do with empty mint tins?’ Or ‘Can mint tins be recycled?’ Well, this is the post for you! As a fellow mint lover, I find myself storing empty mint tins in my junk drawer for future crafts or storage needs. I decided to share a few creative ways to reuse … Read more
Do you eat a lot of eggs? Are you looking for creative uses for egg cartons around the house? You have come to the right place! I have become quite the queen of upcycling and reusing egg cartons is incredibly helpful in many ways. I thought I’d share a few ways to upcycle egg cartons … Read more
Are you decluttering the house and looking for creative ways to repurpose old magazines? I know I certainly am! Once a year my daughter comes home with a magazine sales flyer as a fundraiser for the school. I truly detest those fundraisers but feel I need to do my part to help support the school. … Read more
Here in the suburbs, a car is an absolute must have item. While I would love to ride a bike or take public transportation sometimes, it doesn’t happen very often. In order to safely drive my car, I need a good set of tires on it. That means I have to put new tires on … Read more
I am probably not the only person in the world who has what I lovingly call ‘the junk drawer’. It is filled with everything from elastic bands and loose paper clips to nail files and electrical outlet covers. My children are teenagers and I still have those plastic covers that go over electrical sockets. Yeah, … Read more
Have you ever wondered what to do with those leftover ceramic tiles after a home project? They’re taking up space in your garage or storage room, and you hate the thought of throwing them away. If you are wondering what to do with leftover ceramic tiles, I am going to share a few creative ideas … Read more
Looking for sustainable Mother’s Day gifts? Check out our gift ideas that show your love for both your mom and the planet.
Grab a shovel and learn lessons from the garden. From cultivating patience to learning math, gardening with kids (or alone) is educational.
Wondering what to do with old pillows? From DIY projects to tips for recycling, give new life to old pillows with these handy tips.
The 6 Rs of sustainability are: rethink, refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle, and repair. Learn why they are important and how YOU can help.
Wondering what to do with old golf balls? Don’t throw them away! While there is no way to recycle them in the traditional way, tossing them in the trash will just ensure that they end up in the landfill. If you are an avid golfer or just find yourself with a pile of used golf … Read more
Finding affordable landscaping is tough. You are better off tackling easy backyard projects that you can do yourself rather than paying a professional. Here are a few frugal landscaping ideas that will allow you to upgrade your yard on a budget. These landscaping ideas on a budget mean more money YOU! My husband and I … Read more
This post about America Recycles Day was sponsored by the Carton Council as part of an Ambassador Activation for Influence Central. All opinions expressed in my post are my own. Did you know that America Recycles Day is coming up on November 15th? In fact, did you even know that recycling HAD a national holiday? … Read more
Over the years, we have spent many hours as a family at the tennis court, soccer field, and school events. The one thing all of these places have in common is a ridiculously large output of disposable plastic water bottles. Single use plastic is destroying our environment and if we could all just stop drinking … Read more