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12 Ways to Green Your Swimming Pool (Without Actually Turning it Green)
Some tricks of the trade and a few upgrades that can help pools use less water, consume less energy and require fewer harsh chemicals to keep clean.
13+ Cool DIY Projects for a Hot Summer Day
In case you are actually looking for some more DIY projects in addition to the ones you put off over the winter, we’ve selected 13+ handy how-tos and tutorials to inspire your summer-friendly green upgrades.
4 Simple Steps to Grow a Hundred Pounds of Potatoes in a Barrel
Not only does growing potatoes in a barrel reduce the amount of weeding and exposure to pests and fungi, you don’t even have to risk shovel-damage to the tender potatoes by digging them out of the ground when they’re done, just tip the container over!
Craft Recycled: 11 More Project Ideas Straight from the Trash Bin
Last week, we took a look at craft projects for empty wine and beer bottles, scrap paper, and empty glass jars. Really though, that’s just a small part of the things we trash that can be useful again! After the jump, we’ve got some projects for empty cans, plastic bottles, and laminated cardboard, but we’d [...]
Handy Guide to Essential Oils
Whether you’re making your own deodorant, bath products, or home made cleaning supplies, essential oils are…well…essential! Have you ever stumbled upon a recipe that called for “your favorite essential oil” and been a little stumped? Never fear! Here are some common essential oils that home brewed recipes call for and their properties.
