Cutting Back on Plastic
(Photo depicting 2 million plastic bottles – the number of bottles used in the US every 5 minutes.) Since I started composting, I have become aware of how much plastic …
Recycling
12 Things To Do With Old Towels
Whether it’s a beach towel or just old bathroom towels, don’t throw them out, recycle them. Here’s 12 Things To Do With Old Towels: Turn Them Into Washcloths Or A …
Turn A Lightbulb Into A Vase
Next time your lightbulb burns out (assuming you’re still using the old kind and not Compact Fluorescent bulbs), try turning it into a vase. Here’s a tutorial that explains how …
From Light Bulb To Hot Air Balloon
I’m on a hot air balloon kick right now. If I were so inclined–and I kind of am–I might turn a light bulb into a hot air balloon to hang …
How To Make A Rag Rug
I’m considering making a rag rug. The idea is that you use strips of fabric to make a rug. I’ve never made one before, but it seems like a cool …
What To Do With Broken Jewelry: Make Gemstone Bobby Pins
If you find yourself with broken jewelry, here’s a great what to recycle them: Turn them into Gemstone Bobby Pins. This project is pretty simple. Take the necklace apart, arrange …
$10 Thrift Store Cabinet Makeover
Check out this $10 Thrift Store Cabinet Makeover. A lot of times you’ll see old cabinets in thrifts stores with good bones except for the ugly 1970s brick-a-bract on the …
Make Spa Slippers Out Of Flip-Flops And An Old Towel
Here’s a pretty awesome idea. Make A Pair Of Spa Slippers Out Of FlipFlops And An Old Towel. Really, out of this:
Turning a Plastic Cactus Into a Side Table
Check this out. These girls turned Plastic Cactus From A Thrift Store Into a Side Table. It looks great. I’m impressed.
8 Clever Ways To Recycle The Things Your Kids Outgrow
When kids outgrow their crib or kiddie pool, don’t throw them away–reuse them! Here’s some inspiration: Turn the old kiddie pool into a raised garden bed. The sandbox also makes …
Easy Tip To Remove Labels From Plastic Tubs
It turns out it’s easy to remove labels from plastic tubs like yogurt containers. All it takes is pure acetone, which is apparently in the beauty section near the finger …