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If you're having a hard time keeping houseplants alive, or you're going on vacation and would like them to thrive while you’re away, give your thirsty houseplant a good drink of water, then place a layer of newspaper on top of the soil and water until the newspaper is completely saturated. This helps seal the moisture in the soil so the roots ...Read more

If you're looking to send out holiday cards this season, consider two options. First, if you need to purchase cards, look for those made from the highest percentage of post-consumer recycled paper you can find; this means they're made from old paper that you and I put out for recycling. Secondly, and even better, do what I do and visit local ...Read more

Many apartments have window air-conditioning units that can be difficult to remove when not in use during the fall and winter months. The next best thing to prevent cold air from seeping indoors through the unit is to cover it. Home improvement stores sell inexpensive insulated covers that fit snugly on the interior and exterior parts of the air...Read more

Old sponges can be given a second life as freezer packs. First, wet your sponge and disinfect it in the microwave by heating it on high for 90 seconds. When it is cool, soak it in water and place it inside a freezer bag. After it's frozen, place it in your shopping bag, and it will help keep frozen food cold longer. As the ice melts, the sponge ...Read more

It may seem harmless to toss food scraps or bread on the ground for pigeons, but it actually does more harm than good. Feeding leads to overpopulation and causes birds to lose their natural ability to forage. It’s best to avoid feeding them altogether and to dispose of food waste properly so it doesn’t attract flocks to trash areas. If you ...Read more

Do you ever order multiple sizes of the same item online just to find the right fit? While it may be convenient, it’s a disaster for the environment. All that extra shipping -- both to your home and back to the retailer -- significantly increases carbon emissions. Plus, for some companies, it’s actually cheaper to landfill returned goods ...Read more

Ever wonder how to recycle an old bicycle? The metal frame of the bike is pretty easy to recycle. Most bikes have aluminum or steel frames, which are commonly accepted scrap metal materials at recycling yards. But what about the wheels? One company, Bike Furniture Design, will gladly take all of the wheels, handlebars and other unusual, hard-to-...Read more

One of the worst ways to waste gas when driving your car is to accelerate quickly when the red light turns green. When you use your foot like it's a solid piece of lead, all you really gain in time savings is a few seconds. Slowly accelerating and getting to the desired speed saves gas, and you will get to your destination in just about the same...Read more

Tired of fast fashion and the waste that comes from overflowing closets? Try adopting the “3-3-3” rule when it comes to getting dressed. This trend involves keeping just three tops, three bottoms and three pairs of shoes. With these pieces, you can create a wide variety of looks without the stress of constantly trying to stay on-trend. ...Read more