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If you have a used parmesan shaker or large spice shaker lying around, you can give it a new purpose. Rinse out the shaker container and use it to dispense flavored sugar or spices you buy in bulk. Put your baking soda (AKA all-purpose cleaner) in a dispenser for easy travel around the house. You can ...
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Make your own reusable ice pack with 2 parts water and 1 part rubbing alcohol in a large freezer bag. The ice pack molds to your body and is much more comfortable than hard blocks of ice. It's ready to go when you need it and easier than having to make an ice pack after ...
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Sew your own reusable produce bags with mesh panels. Reusable and washable, these bags are great because they won't add much weight to the scale at checkout and the cashier doesn't have to open the bag to see what's inside. Make several to take to the farmers' market and give away cute sets to like-minded ...
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As much as we try to avoid them, plastic bags still find their way into our homes. Let's put them to work with these 99 reuses for plastic bags. There are lots of practical tips and also plenty of fun ideas for all different types of plastic bags. The knitted handbag (#82) is a really crafty ...
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Spruce up your wardrobe and don't spend a dime. Invite your friends over and have them bring a friend and clothes they wish to trade. Then pile them up and try them on. Different sizes, styles and seasons make everyone happy. No one leaves empty-handed. Get more tips for a successful clothes swap party here. Photo ...
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Cloth napkins are a simple way to reduce waste and save money. In our home we use cloth napkins for dinner napkins, paper towels and even tissue. They wash with your regular laundry for no extra cost of cleaning. We don't fold ours either. We just place them in a neat pile ready for the ...
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Save a dime and the environment by investing in reusable swim diapers. The swim diaper pictured here is less than $10 and comes in 7 sizes for boys or girls. Image courtesy of Amazon. Natural & Thrifty in 365 is a year-long series of 365 tips for living more green, natural and healthy while saving money. Do ...
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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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