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Posts tagged "cardboard"

Eco-Friendly Green Burial Options

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Eco-Friendly Green Burial Options

Eco-Friendly green burial options, and what form of burial to choose is of great concern to many, but for those who are eco-conscious, the concerns are specifically related to being eco-friendly.

You may wonder if conventional burial practices are harmful to the earth. In truth, conventional burial is not particularly green. Trees must be cut to make the coffin, and embalming fluids like formaldehyde and methanol are not earth-friendly. Another concern is the use of land for conventional burial. The earth itself must be dug up and cemetery plots take up space. Continue Reading Eco-Friendly Green Burial Options Here

Originally posted 2010-08-09 13:48:15.

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Posted by admin - January 18, 2012 at 9:50 am

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Recycled Craft Supplies A How To Guide

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Recycled Craft Supplies A How To Guide - Mother and Daughter Doing Crafts Together

We can use craft supplies which are recycled because many of us want to do crafts, either on our own or with children. But sometimes the necessary supplies can get expensive, and they are not always eco-friendly. Here are some ideas for these supplies that are not only eco-friendly; they are inexpensive, and in some cases, even free too.

Craft Supplies

Look to Nature

Natural materials are wonderful for crafts. Whether you are weaving baskets, making wreaths, or building “log” cabins, nature provides all sorts of natural supplies. Here are some possibilities. Continue Reading Recycled Craft Supplies A How To Guide Here

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Posted by admin - January 21, 2011 at 8:30 am

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How to Make Packaging Greener

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How to make packaging greener. Packaging can be quite wasteful, from the use of oversized cardboard boxes and plastic tape to bubble wrap and Styrofoam peanuts. Plastic does not biodegrade (break down in landfills), and of course all that paper and cardboard comes from trees. There are, however, some ways you can make your packaging greener. Here are some ideas.
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Originally posted 2010-04-10 14:47:18.

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Posted by admin - December 31, 2010 at 10:27 am

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Recycle Packaging How to Re-Use Old Packaging

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Don't throw them away, creatively reuse these in many different ways!

Recycle packaging, how to re-use your old packaging, because regardless of the time of year, it can seem like your home is full of discarded packaging of various sorts. During the holiday season it’s even worse. Besides recycling, there are some creative things you can do with some of that packaging. Here are some ideas to help you.

1. Packing peanuts

There are so many interesting and creative uses for packing peanuts. They come in different colors that actually indicate how much recycled material was used in their manufacture. But for creative purposes, the colors open more possibilities. Continue Reading Recycle Packaging How to Re-Use Old Packaging Here

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Posted by admin - November 12, 2010 at 1:36 pm

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Eco Friendly Thanksgiving Crafts and Thanksgiving Projects for the Whole Family

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There are many excellent choices for natural green holiday decorations this time of year!

Eco-Friendly Thanksgiving crafts and Thanksgiving projects for the whole family, and this year, why not make it an eco-friendly family event? Here are some eco-friendly Thanksgiving projects that you can do with the whole family.

Thanksgiving Crafts

1. Greeting cards

Thanksgiving is the time of year for sending cards. Making your own from junk mail and postal packaging is a fun project. Cut out pictures from holiday catalogs, gather sample cards that come in the mail, or otherwise collect interesting images from the free mail you receive. Then cut out greeting card-sized sheets of thin cardboard, thick envelopes, or other packaging. Use a paintbrush and decoupage medium, or white glue slightly watered down, and paste the images to the cardboard you cut out.

2. Thanksgiving Crafts and Decorations Continue Reading Eco Friendly Thanksgiving Crafts and Thanksgiving Projects for the Whole Family Here

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Posted by admin - October 29, 2010 at 5:26 am

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How to Make Recycled Mothers Day Handmade Gifts

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Mothers Day can be eco friendly too!

How to make recycled Mothers Day handmade gifts is good because your mother probably taught you not to waste anything. You can show her that you were listening and present her with a Mothers Day handmade gift made from recycled materials. Here are some ideas to make recycled Mothers Day gifts you can make yourself.

Glass jars and bottles

There are all kinds of possibilities for gifts made from used glass. Consider investing in some glass paint; when baked in the oven, your painted design becomes permanent. Or, spray paint the glass first and use regular acrylic craft paints over the spray-painted surface. Continue Reading How to Make Recycled Mothers Day Handmade Gifts Here

Originally posted 2010-04-18 07:08:37.

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Posted by admin - September 2, 2010 at 7:54 pm

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