Twilight Time: 3 Ways to Green Winter Lighting Needs
Posted on 14. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Home & Garden
With darker months come heftier energy bills. But greening-up your winter lighting needs can save valuable resources — and your pocketbook. Here’s how to start.
Weekend Project: Sort, Donate Old Winter Clothing
Posted on 14. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
With winter weather arriving early this year, it’s time to sort through cold-weather clothing. Why not donate those unwanted coats, sweaters, and jackets?
Consider Earth-Friendly, Cruelty-Free Clothing
Posted on 13. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Living
Once a luxury item, cruelty-free clothing is now widely available, and priced competitively with conventional equivalents. Why not give it a try?
Add Baking Soda to Your Cleaning Arsenal
Posted on 13. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
It’s tough to beat plain baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) as a natural cleaner. t’s non-toxic, absorbs odors, and washes away cleanly.
Keep Your Thanksgiving Bounty Under Control
Posted on 12. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Holidays, Thanksgiving, The Daily Footstep
Planning your holidays meals? Don’t overdo it. Cook enough for family and guests, but avoid the temptation to load your table with food that won’t get eaten.
VOCs: How Low Can You Go?
Posted on 11. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Doing some redecorating before the holidays? Reduce Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in your home and reclaim the Great Indoors!
This Week’s Project: Find A Local Farmer’s Market
Posted on 10. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Eating locally produced food is the new organic. Find a farmer’s market close to you and plan a trip for this week.
Off Should Really Mean Off
Posted on 09. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Just because something is switched off, don’t assume it’s not drawing power.
Take a Walk!
Posted on 08. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Getting out of cars and reminding ourselves that not every trip needs to be behind a steering wheel is an important part of greening our lifestyles.
Recipe: Garlic and Greens Soup (Video)
Posted on 07. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Food
Your mom probably told you to eat your greens. With this quick, healthy, and satisfying dish, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau shows you just how easy that can be.