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12 Crazy Ways to Go DIY This Year

Mary Mazzoni, January 3rd, 2012

If you've always marveled at those DIY mavens who manage to make everything themselves, why not resolve to add a touch of homemade to your repertoire in 2012? Since every resolution needs helping hand, Earth911 dug up 12 crazy ways to go DIY in every room of your house this New Year. Self-sufficiency, here you come! For the living room 1. Built-in ... read more

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Tagged bath, bathroom, ideas, kitchen, reuse, windows, wood

Published in Household


8 Quick Ways to Save $290 This Month

Mary Mazzoni, October 27th, 2011

Many of us are on pretty tight budgets these days. So, you cut back on eating out, ditch the trips to the movie theater and refrain from buying those shiny new shoes. But the best way to save money and cut back on waste is right in your own home. This month, try using these eight simple steps to cut ... read more

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Tagged appliances, bath, bathroom, brush, cfl, computer, dishwasher, energy, food, led, light bulbs, packaging, reduce, reuse, shower, television, toilet

Published in Household


5 Unbelievable Recycled Crafts

Mary Mazzoni, October 17th, 2011

The notion of crafting trash into treasure can bring to mind the newspaper hats and sand-filled mason jars of your childhood. But recycled crafts don’t have to look a kid’s art project. To prove it, here are five chic and sophisticated craft ideas made from some pretty surprising materials. 1. Radiator vase This elegant vase is prim and pretty enough to ... read more

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Tagged bath, bathroom, cfl, ideas, kitchen, light bulbs, newspaper, paint, recycled, reuse, reuseweekend, windows, wood

Published in Household


Earth911 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Alison Neumer Lara, May 4th, 2011

Design by Amanda Wills Hooray for mamas! No doubt you’re fully prepared to fete one of the most important women in your life, but as for a present? Well...Don’t worry. Just in time for Mother’s Day, May 8, we’ve rounded up a slew of thoughtful, earth-friendly gift ideas for every type of gal. Clothing production ... read more

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Tagged bath, bathroom, book, cosmetics, food, guide, organic

Published in General


Spring Cleaning Your Garage

Starre Vartan, March 28th, 2011

Whether you approach spring cleaning with dread or a sense of positivity is entirely up to you, but either way, it has to get done. With a bit of preparation, the right tools, a good attitude and some information, you can zip through your cleaning quickly and feel great about it afterward. Prepping for spring cleaning Materials to have on hand: ... read more

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Tagged bath, bathroom, batteries, computer, kitchen, paint, toilet, tools, wood

Published in Household


Save 27,412 Gallons of Water This Year

Amanda Wills, March 14th, 2011

We gave away 35 EcoFlow showerheads to Earth911 readers to promote smart water practices with our partner Waterpik! See the honest feedback our winners gave about their prizes! A glass of water in the morning, washing your hands before dinner, throwing in a load of laundry after work - these things are daily routine for your household. But your ... read more

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Tagged bath, bathroom, dishwasher, energy, reduce, shower, toilet, waterquality

Published in Household


A Beginner’s Guide to Deconstruction

Mary Mazzoni, January 3rd, 2011

Looking to do some home remodeling in the New Year? Don’t just construct. Deconstruct. Deconstruction refers to carefully dismantling pieces of a home or building in order to salvage valuable building materials. And it’s a great idea for anyone looking to remodel this year as it saves valuable resources and money. It's no secret that starting from scratch on a ... read more

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Tagged bath, constructionmaterials, guide, metal, reuse, windows

Published in Construction


Last-Minute Homemade Gift Ideas

Amanda Wills, December 22nd, 2010

T-minus three shopping days until the big Christmas Saturday. If you're not armed and ready with the best gifts for everyone on your list, here are some last-minute suggestions for easy, cheap gifts that you can make right at home. 1. Holiday Teacup Lights How many of those fancy china teacups do you really use? Add a classy ... read more

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Tagged bath, book, cardboard, glass, magazines, newspaper, recycle, reuse

Published in General


Expert Q & A on Household Cleaners

Amanda Wills, November 8th, 2010

Your grocer's household aisle is brimming with a slew of cleaners boasting anti-bacterial claims, eco-friendly ingredients or a more-bang-for-your-buck message. Sifting through these products can be daunting, and a 15-minute indecisive standoff simply wastes time and energy. And the hard part isn't even over yet. Once that cleaner has scrubbed its last mildew stain, where does it go next? We asked ... read more

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Tagged bath, householdcleaners, kitchen, oven, packaging, recycling

Published in Household


Surprising Uses For 5 Items You Already Have

Amanda Wills, September 28th, 2010

It's a safe bet that a dig through your bathroom cabinets, refrigerator or under the sink will yield five everyday household items: baking soda, vinegar, soda water, lemon juice and hydrogen peroxide. While it's easy to rattle off the general uses for these products, there are some DIY secrets that may surprise even the most savvy at-home chemist. Baking soda Deodorizer, cleaner, ... read more

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Tagged basics, bath, householdcleaners, kitchen, reuse

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