I thought I would get a jumpstart on some fun handmade gifts and make pine cone fire starters this year. For my first batch, I used a large red cinnamon-scented candle and a spool of candle wick. Next, I’m excited to experiment with different colors and different scents of wax — it will be a good way for me to get rid of all my candles and Scentsy wax which I no longer use, since I’ve become a fan of diffusing essential oils.
Simple Ways To Go Green
How To Have An Eco Friendly House On A Budget: 9 Simple Tips For Homeowners & Apartment Dwellers
My budget-friendly tips for creating an eco friendly house. 9 simple ideas — from replacing plastic with natural materials to choosing eco friendly cleaning products and 7 other green home tips.
See Why An Automatic Car Wash Is More Ecofriendly Than Washing Your Car At Home + 4 Automatic Car Wash Tips
Here’s proof: 4 reasons automatic car washes are environmentally friendly. Plus 4 money-saving tips before you take your car through an automatic car wash.
DIY Ideas
Pretty Rain Barrels: 3 Cheap DIY Rain Barrels That Actually Look Nice!
Looking for a cheap and easy way to build an attractive rain barrel? It’s way easier than you think! See 3 examples of pretty rain barrels: 1) Wooden rain barrels with rain chains, 2) Plastic rain barrels with potted plants, and 3) Ugly rain barrels with vines growing down the sides. These are all attractive rain barrels that you can make very affordably yourself
Tips For Watering Plants On Vacation – My 5 Favorite Ways To Water Plants While Away
You have to plan ahead how you’ll be watering plants on vacation even though you’re not there. Here are 2 really simple ways to water plants while away + 3 clever DIY solutions that you might want to try. My best ideas for watering house plants on vacation.
Green Travel & Transportation
Wildlife Conservation: 3 Unique Wildlife Tours In The U.S. That Support Conservation Efforts
Like animals? Want to help save endangered species? Here are 3 fun wildlife tours that help support wildlife conservation at the same time!
4 Awesome Ecotourism Ideas You Can Enjoy In The United States – Green Vacations That Are Fun & Sustainable
Ecotourism is a way to enjoy vacation while staying green. Here are 4 green vacation ideas you can explore right near your home – with tips to get started!
Green News
What’s All The Buzz About Palm Oil? Here’s Why Palm Oil Products Are Bad For The Environment… And Bad For YOU!
See why palm oil is so dangerous and how palm oil products are being used these days. Since palm oil is labeled under many different aliases, here’s a list of ingredients to look for if you want to avoid palm oils in the products you buy.
Top 10 Green Jobs: Careers That Can Help Save Our Planet
If you’re looking for a green job, here are 10 awesome career choices. From urban planning to recycling, these are 10 green jobs that are booming!
Green Products
Considering Smart Home Technology? Here’s What It’s Like Living In A House With A Smart Lighting System Installed (Pros & Cons)
A few years ago, I moved into a new house and installed a smart lighting system throughout as part of an extensive remodel. Here is my personal experience with smart lighting — the pros and cons of this smart home technology that makes the lights go on and off automatically on a schedule and whenever motion is sensed.
Affordable LED Light Bulbs: The 5 Best Cheap LED Bulbs For Your Home
LED bulbs are more affordable than ever – so I’m finally converting my entire home to LED light bulbs. See my top 5 picks for the best performing cheap LED bulbs.
