Tips For Preserving Pine Branches
Learn the art of preserving pine branches for long lasting crafts and sustainable DIY decor from fresh evergreen trimmings.
Green living tips to lower your carbon footprint. Includes ideas on recycling and upcycling projects, organic food, gardening, simple living, and many other tips for sustainability.
Learn the art of preserving pine branches for long lasting crafts and sustainable DIY decor from fresh evergreen trimmings.
As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to start decorating with fresh cranberries. These little crimson gems, often associated with traditional cranberry sauce, have a versatile and enchanting quality that can transform your home into a festive wonderland. Whether you’re hosting a gathering of loved ones, looking to spruce up your holiday decor, … Read more
Ah, the annual battle of the leaves—the epic showdown that pits homeowners against Mother Nature’s relentless autumnal deluge. We’ve all been there, staring out at the endless carpet of fall foliage, contemplating whether to summon the leaf-bagging army or wave the white flag of surrender. But fear not, for there’s an easy solution! There are … Read more
As we move into fall, the heat-loving plants are thriving and I am preserving hot peppers this month so I don’t lose my harvest as the cool weather moves in. In late spring I planted SO many different varieties of these spicy little buggers…jalapenos, habaneros, serranos, and many more. Of course, I couldn’t just plant … 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
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Compared to 50 years ago, children today are exposed to many more toxins and substances that have a questionable effect on their health. As parents, we want to protect our children as much as possible. One way to do this is to choose eco friendly toys for them to play with. Environmentally friendly toys help … Read more
Everywhere I look around my house, I see pine trees. While they can present a hazard in terms of falling on houses in ice storms, they provide useful things like pine straw and pine cones. I have stumbled across some really creative things to do with pine cones in the last few weeks and thought … Read more
The 6 Rs of sustainability are: rethink, refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle, and repair. Learn why they are important and how YOU can help.
Have you ever wished for more environmentally friendly schools in your area? Did you ever think that maybe YOU could help play a part in implementing a few eco-friendly school ideas in your town? I am going to share a few simple but sustainable ideas for you to research and implement this fall. There are … Read more
Have you ever considered the ecological footprint of the wine in your glass during happy hour? Many large-scale wineries strain the environment through their use of chemical pesticides and high water consumption. If you are an environmentally conscious wine lover, it’s not always easy to find sustainable wines. As the awareness spreads, however, organic farming … Read more
Most people don’t think about the environmental impact of shaving. However, shaving creates a fair amount of waste. Millions of plastic disposable razors are thrown away each year. Add in those cans of shaving cream and you are left with a lot of trash just to have smooth legs. Want a green shaving routine? These … Read more
I am always looking for educational opportunities to share with my children. A trip to the grocery store is a geography lesson all by itself. Apples from New Zealand, oranges from South Africa, and grapes from Chili. The list of countries goes on and on. It’s also a great time to teach kids the benefits … Read more