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Craft Recycled: Upcycled Lamp from a Wire Waste Basket
For folks who are into cross-stitch or weaving, the texture of a wire waste basket begs to be fancied up with stitched or woven fiber, and Poppytalk did an awesome job transforming a wire waste basket into a lamp! They used strips of fabric, but you could also use yarn or grouped strands of embroidery thread – this is a great project for busting that fiber stash.
4 Best Reasons to Use a Wood Stove
There are numerous benefits that come with heating your home with wood, some of which are obvious, and some not quite as prominent. This is especially true if you have never had the joy of sitting next to a toasty wood stove as you warm yourself up after a trip out into the cold.
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Are CFLs Misunderstood? [Video]
As some members of Congres continue their jihad against compact fluorescent lamps, or, CFLs, NPR’s Science Friday looks at traditional incandescents and compact fluorescents and asks if CFLs are an Eyesore Or Sight For Sore Eyes?
What Will Smart Homes Look Like In 2020?
Although it might feel like we’re being taken over by Big Brother (don’t worry, it’s just Google), building more intelligent homes can actually help save energy and reduce environmental impact.
Understanding HVAC Helps Keep Energy Costs Low
It’s estimated that the average American home uses over $2,000 of energy every year. Almost half of this amount is spent on heating and cooling costs alone.
