Some of the best craft ideas are centered on repurposing jars or bottles. They are very versatile items and easy to find. You can use emptied product containers you have lying around the house, or you can find new, unbranded plastic and glass bottles online. There are many ways you can use empty glass or plastic… Continue Reading
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Guest Post: Shopping Your Way To A Better World
Do you ever feel that all the good news of the world gets overshadowed by the negativity out there? I mean, I don’t know about you, but sometimes it feels like all the problems out there are too big to solve. It may be comforting to know that many of our every day choices as… Continue Reading
Sashay Yarn Ruffle Scarf + Wine Bottle Vase
I don’t know how to knit or crochet, but I sure did try to do whatever it is that yielded a mini ruffle scarf. Sashay Yarn made it somewhat easy. Let me explain… Red Heart sent me a care package with a few skeins of Sashay as well as some knitting needles and crochet hooks.… Continue Reading
Guest Post: Recycling Glass For A More Stylish Home
Recycled glass is no longer just for bottle makers and manufacturers – designers too are starting to realize the style potential of repurposed glass. One of the hottest trends sweeping the world of interiors at the moment is the rustic or vintage chic look. And with repurposing bottles and old glassware both environmentally and cost-friendly,… Continue Reading
Home Spa: 6 Ingredient Face Scrub
I’m lost with face scrub. When I run out of my favorite… St. Ives Apricot, I get grumpy. When I’m without the grainy goodness, I feel as though my face isn’t truly clean and that’s gross. Spring is a time I like to focus on all things homemade and when I ran out of face… Continue Reading
Repurpose To Spark Creativity And Eliminate Excess
I love new things, which usually leads to spending money unnecessarily and filling our home with more stuff. While I still love to shop, I’ve been able to satisfy my itch by repurposing. I started seeds for the garden using toilet paper rolls as mini pots and I created an indoor herb garden using mason… Continue Reading
Guest Post: 3 Ways To Reduce Summer’s AC Bill
Nationwide energy costs are skyrocketing. A huge part of that energy bill is cooling, too, and as the world gets hotter the costs are only going to rise. The average U.S. household spends 17% of its yearly energy bill on cooling down the house; that costs comes out to about $375. Fortunately, there is… Continue Reading
Conscious Box {Giveaway: 4/9/13}
I’ve been slipping on my quest to live a healthier, more eco-friendly life. Now that things have slowed down a bit, I am trying to get back on track. As a fun way to introduce my family to new products that are sustainable and ethical, I’ve been wanting to try Conscious Box. They’ve agreed to… Continue Reading
Mess Without Stress: Painting In The Tub
Part of fostering a great childhood is allowing messes. Some my life’s most memorable moments involved getting messy whether allowed or mischievously behind my mother’s back, haha. One way we allow mess without stress is by letting Jayden paint in the tub. It’s so much fun for him and the cleanup is a breeze. I… Continue Reading
Walmart’s Making Great Strides Towards Sustainability
As a Walmart Mom, I love sharing recipes, diy projects, and promos incorporating Walmart, but I especially love sharing what they are doing to be a responsible brand. Over the years, I have watched Walmart make major moves in the area of sustainability and I am happy to share some of their latest from this… Continue Reading