Make Your Own Petroleum-Free Furniture Polish
Posted on 11. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Here’s a centuries-old furniture polish recipe that will help you reduce the amount of chemicals and petroleum products floating around your home.
It’s Time to Get Your Clothesline Ready for Spring
Posted on 10. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
With spring — and longer days — just around the corner, it’s time to get your clothesline back in order. A $50 investment can payoff in savings for years.
Happy Birthday to Us!
Posted on 09. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
This week, we’re celebrating Lighter Footstep’s second year. To mark the occasion, we’ve rounded up our ten most popular articles so far.
Weekend Project: Do Something Nice for Your Heart
Posted on 06. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Friday is Go Red for Women Day, an event designed to highlight heart disease in women. Whether you’re a man or a woman, his weekend is a great time to do something good for your heart.
Used Is the Greenest Clothing Of All
Posted on 05. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Open practically any fashion magazine or catalog, and you’ll see a line of eco-friendly clothing. But whether it’s organic cotton or bamboo fiber, even the greenest fabrics require vast amounts of precious water and energy to bring to market. Want to really rock some earth-friendly duds? Buy used. “Pre-loved” clothing is a home run in [...]
Get That Bicycle Ready For Spring!
Posted on 04. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
With spring still six weeks away, this is the slow time of year for bicycle shops. But it’s also the best time to get your bike ready for warm-weather riding.
Score a Free Home Energy Check
Posted on 03. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Ready to take your home’s efficiency to the next level? See if your utility company offers free energy audits. Their equipment and know-how is at your disposal.
Groundhog Day: Are You Ready For Spring?
Posted on 02. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
It’s Groundhog Day. Whether Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow or not, spring is right around the corner. Have you started planning this season’s garden?
Weekend Project: Donate to a Homeless Shelter
Posted on 30. Jan, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
It’s been a brutal winter across much of North America and Europe. Want to make a difference this weekend? Help the homeless shelters that are helping your community.
It’s Time to Start Shopping For Seeds
Posted on 23. Jan, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Parts of the United States are already closing in on their official frost free dates, so it’s about time to order seeds. This weekend is a great time to plan!