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Recycle toilet paper rolls to start your spring seeds. The best thing is that you can place the seedling directly in the ground without removing the cardboard container. It will decompose in the soil. Photo courtesy of Stacie Humphreys. Natural & Thrifty in 365 is a year-long series of 365 tips for living more green, natural and ...
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Baked on messes are the worst to clean out of an oven. But toxic oven cleaners can leave residue that can fill your lungs or even bake into your food. There is a natural and thrifty way to handle a grimy oven. You can make a paste of baking soda and water that does all the ...
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If you made any green improvements to your home last year do not miss out on the federal and state tax credits. Get a list of 2011 green incentives as well as credits applicable through 2016 to help you plan your upcoming tax years. Photo courtesy of iStockphoto.com/Ju-Lee. Natural & Thrifty in 365 is a year-long series ...
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Everyone hates unraveled rolls of wrapping paper. Don’t let those precious few feet of paper get ruined. Wrangle the mess with some bathroom tissue rolls. What a great way to reduce, reuse and recycle! Photo courtesy of Joy Astle. Natural & Thrifty in 365 is a year-long series of 365 tips for living more green, natural and ...
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We can all be more energy conscious by unplugging unused appliances. Another choice is to take advantage of power-saver settings. Millions of people have game consoles in their homes which have auto-shutdown modes that can be preset so you don’t have to remember to turn it off when you’re finished. Save money. Save energy. Get all ...
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Sometimes I need a good, swift kick in the pants to get me moving. Other times I need a gentle word of encouragement that my plans are good and the project is manageable. That’s what this article about starting an organic garden in your backyard did for me. It is an overview of general steps ...
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Give your reusable canvas bag a distinguished look with this DIY doily project. The monogram and delicate black details give a timeless class to this modest tote. Who said being green had to be plain jane? Photo courtesy of Under the Sycamore. Natural & Thrifty in 365 is a year-long series of 365 tips for living more ...
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Who's been wanting a French Press since reading about my perfect cup of coffee? It's too bad these things are so expensive most of the time, but here's a deal for you. Get this Bodum New Brazil 8-Cup French Press Coffee Maker, 34-Ounce, Orange for just $15.67. It qualifies for free super saver shipping on ...
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