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Assemble a simple coffee table with two apple crates and an old window frame. No cutting, refinishing, or painting. Just stack and secure (and perhaps replace the glass). This distressed furniture would add character and thrifty charm to your living area and fit well with many styles of home decor. Photo courtesy of Shelterness. Natural & Thrifty in ...
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Sometimes recycling can be overwhelming as items are compiled before they make their way to the recycling center. Be proactive and avoid the clutter by organizing your recycling area. There is no one right way for every home. So look through these creative ideas here and here to find the recycling collection method that works best for ...
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Help those darling cupcakes arrive to their destination in perfect condition. Simply cut X’s into a shirt box and you have an instant recycled cupcake carrier. Find more new uses for old things at Real Simple. Photo courtesy of John Lawton. Natural & Thrifty in 365 is a year-long series of 365 tips for living more green, natural ...
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Transform a collection of mismatched knobs into a unique coat rack. This is a great way to recycle with beauty and function. Try one of these do it yourself coat rack ideas. Which is your favorite? Photo courtesy of Casa Sugar. Natural & Thrifty in 365 is a year-long series of 365 tips for living more green, natural ...
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Don’t keep your green and organic inclinations to yourself. Change your world. Start at work. Ask your boss if you can green your office. Organize the collection of paper and plastic recycling. Request fair trade coffee in the break room. Advocate for proper electronics disposal and recycling. Check out this site for lots of other ideas to ...
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We started this series with an introduction to hanging gutter gardens. But vertical gardening is not just for apartment dwellers in confined spaces. There are numerous reasons one might want to use raised beds for growing. Some people with plenty of ground space find themselves desiring gutter gardens to create a fuller look on the ...
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It's getting cold out there, and a lot of people need warm winter clothing. If you have some old winter clothes that you won't be using anymore, consider donating them to the local shelter. According to the EPA, Americans still throw away 68 pounds of clothing and textiles per person, per year. That's a very ...
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Here's a great way to not only reuse something, but have a great Fall or Spring project for the kids! Just clean up some old cans, let the kids decorate them, and then string them together to make wind chimes. These make for some classy looking junk, don't you think? These are a great way to ...
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