Tag Archives: Waste-less

product review: Preserve food storage containers

“Food storage” sounds boring, I know. Allow me to give this term a little life — a little eco-style, if you will. The EY has mostly eliminated the use of disposable to-go containers acquired at eateries and local dives. Consider … Continue reading

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DIY: homemade cleaning products

Stop throwing out plastic spray bottles. Stop garnishing your home with toxic chemicals. And stop wasting money on simple cleaning products that you can make yourself for significantly cheaper.  What you will need: plastic spray bottle (reuse if possible), white … Continue reading

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ditch the straws.

You don’t need a straw. Ever. You don’t NEED a straw to drink.  I was out to dinner at a local dive with a friend, recently. She’s caught on to my insistence on refusing straws. So when the server left … Continue reading

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self assessment. ask yourself…

Going into brand new years is usually equated with starting new habits, new trends, and new lifestyles. Join the crowd. Don’t make a resolution, though, start your revolution. Self assess where you could start, and plan accordingly for 2010. Ask yourself: What … Continue reading

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easy starter compost

Get a large rubbermaid bin with a lid, and make about six small holes (not bigger than a penny) about 1/4 of the height from thebottom. Start with coffee grounds only for a few weeks, or until you have covered … Continue reading

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