Friday, 12th March 2010

With Kitchen Appliances, Think Small

Posted on 04. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep

When it comes to saving energy in the kitchen, small is beautiful. Choose appliances appropriate to the size of whatever you’re cooking, and pocket the savings!

Plan Ahead for a Craftier Holiday Season

Posted on 03. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Christmas, Holidays, The Daily Footstep

With Halloween behind us, here we go on the downhill rush to the holidays. This year, why not consider replacing store-bought gifts with some you make yourself?

Support National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week

Posted on 02. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep

Today marks the final appearance of the Opus comic strip — and the kickoff National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week. Here’s how you can help.

Don’t Trash That Pumpkin!

Posted on 01. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Halloween, Holidays, The Daily Footstep

Just because Halloween is over doesn’t mean there’s not some use left for that slightly-worn jack o’ lantern.

Last-Minute Green Halloween Treats

Posted on 31. Oct, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Halloween, Holidays, The Daily Footstep

Halloween is here. Still wondering how to treat tonight’s tricksters? Here are some ways to skip the high fructose corn syrup candies and processed junk food.

Don’t Leave CFL Bulbs Out in The Cold

Posted on 30. Oct, 2008 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep

With cooler temperatures here, it’s time to take a look at your outdoor lighting. Standard Compact Flourescent Lightbulbs (CFLs) don’t work well in the cold.