I had found a pallet down the street ,and I had been looking into recycling it into a planting table . I found a few plans to make several different benches and things > Then I came across this video and I knew this was the project( forget the table). I thought I would share the video so in case you came across a pallet you too would want to maybe recycle it in to a super cool Adirondack chair. I will share some pics in a few days .
If you want to buy plans check out studiomama.com
Adirondack Pallet Chair
Handmade Newspaper Planters
I found this video at YouTube I think this is a fantastic recycling idea/project . I have made about twelve so far and they hold up well even when being watered . I know of several projects like paper mache to do with newspapers but this is a real helpful ,and useful project. I give this idea five stars*****. Most people use peat pots to plant in because they are biodegradable but most don't know that peat is considered a non- renewable resource and we can not continue to deplete this natural resource . However considering that most newspapers are printed on recycled paper and use soy based inks this project is win/ win .
Reducing Your Pets Carbon Footprint
Build a pet waste composter. Why ? Because everyday we throw are pets waste away in the trash spreading disease to wildlife and contaminating the water supply. Find out how to build a waste composter at Suite 101 how_to_build_your_own_pet_waste_composter
When picking up your dogs feces "aka poop", use Bio Bags, they are made from GMO free corn and have no polyethylene, bonus they also meet California standards. P.S. they are 100% biodegradable!
Buy Organic Pet Food to reduce the amount of chemicals in your pets diet as well as reduce environmental damage.
Newman's Own
Natural Planet's Organics
Natura
Raw Advantage
Switch your Dog to being Vegan, vegetarians and vegans have a lower carbon footprint, because their food needs less processing and is less cruel.
Try: V-Dog or make your own
Stop using chemical and clay filled cat litter; Clay is strip mined and does NOT reabsorb in the Earth. Silica dust can cause cancer, it is a very well known carcinogen. Most cat litters also have sodium bentonite, that can be ingested by your cat it can cause gastrointestinal issues and immune problems.
Try:
Good Mews made from recycled paper safe and 100% biodegradable
Worlds Best made from corn > biodegradable and septic safe
Yesterdays News made from post consumer paper and over 99% dust free
SWheat made from secondary processed wheat 100% biodegradable and compostable
Pet Toys And Bedding; most of us buy pet beds, clothing and toys from big stores
and the stuff we purchase there is mass produced.
Buy bedding that is made from post consumer materials
Recycle used pet products
Reduce the amount of unnecessary products
Buy Eco conscious shampoos
Reduce the amount of mass produced products we buy
Buy sustainable or post consumer products
DIY safe fun toys and healthy food
Talk to manager s of stores and see if they will carry eco-conscious pet supplies
Homemade Natural Easter Egg Dyes
Natural Easter Egg Dyes
3 Tbsp. Turmeric + 1 tsp vinegar + 1 cup boiling water (yellow)
4 Tbsp. grated beets + 2/3 cup boiling water + 1 tsp. white vinegar (red)
2 Tbsp. grated beets + 2 Tbsp. chopped red cabbage + boiling water (purple)
Red cabbage 3 Tbsp+ 1 tsp. turmeric +tsp vinegar boiling cup water = (speckle green)
Grape juice concentrate and vinegar makes a pretty blue purple
1 cup blueberries+1 tsp vinegar 1 cu water (blue)
Reusable Grocery Bags
Using one reusable bag for one year can easily replace 270 to 700 disposable bags.
Families brings home around 1,000 bags every year. Most of these bags end up in landfills. That really adds up, around 100 billion plastic bags are sent to landfill in the US each year, and it can take up to 1,000 years for a bag to decompose. Plastic bags don't evaporate or biodegrade they photo-degrade and break down into tiny toxic pieces that contaminate soil, water, and harm wildlife. I thought I would share some of my favorite bags that I have run across that do a great job !! Each bag I picked has a five star rating from me, they are strong, durable and I love having them !!!
12" wide x 16" high x 6" deep -100% certified organic heavyweight unbleached cotton canvas -gusseted sides to allow it to fold flat and stand to pack like traditional paper bags -holds up to 40 lbs machine wash cold / drip dry- grown woven and sewn in the USA (Available at Amazon)
Made from super strong rip-stop nylon (holds 25 lbs) and are only 2 oz -Machine washable, and folds up into a 5"x5" pouch small enough to tuck into your handbag or pocket - It has a big gusset in the bottom so they will sit flat when they are filled (good for eggs and milk)-Handles are the perfect length: you can hold them in your hand, on your forearm, or over your shoulder (Available at Amazon)
Hunger and malnutrition are the No. 1 risk to global health, killing more people than AIDS, malaria, and TB combined. In fact, every five seconds, a child dies because he or she is hungry. The FEED bag is a product of the United Nations World Food Program, and was designed to raise awareness and funds for hungry children. Each FEED bag sold will provide a school year of meals for one child in need and give them the hope of an education and a regular meal. Whether you tote your FEED bag to school, work, play, or shopping, remember that your bag helped to feed and educate a child. This bags is great fr someone who wants to do their part environmentally and is a humanitarian .( Available at Amazon)
Vegan Ranch Dressing
1/2 cup soy yogurt (vegan)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 small clove crushed garlic
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry chives
2-3 tsp agave syrup
1/2 tsp lemon juice
2 tsp vinegar
In a large bowl, whisk together the all of the ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Makes a great dip or great on a salad !!
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