Family Balance Sheet
JANUARY 5, 2019
This is my referral Amazon link, but I found the book at the library.). The author, Bea Johnson, chronicles her journey of zero waste living through 5 Rs: Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rot. Plastic can damage our environment when it is not recycled. It can end up on our pristine coastlines and in the bellies of marine life.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 12, 2017
Recycle your wrapping paper. If not, make a point to save that paper this year, so that you can recycle it next December. Are the local artisans that have galleries at the town library or in town? You saved all your wrapping paper from last year, right? Look for ways to purchase their art to share with your social circle.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 9, 2011
Head to your local library, fabric or craft store, or bookstore and look for a how-to book on sewing. Use Recycled Fabrics. Making your own clothes is definitely a great way to save money–and you can take penny-pinching to a whole new level by using recycled materials and fabrics to make clothes.
Saving Cents With Sense
MAY 27, 2013
First, visit your local library for information and books about Italy. Make a Tower of Pisa using recycled materials such as cereal boxes and shoes boxes. Visit the library and learn all you can about the beautiful land of Ireland! Visit the library and read all you can about the culture. Visit Italy! Head to Ireland!
Nicoles Nickels
NOVEMBER 28, 2013
Made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk jugs that save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, this might just be the “greenest” tractor around – despite its vibrant orange hue. Packaged using recycled and recyclable materials and printed with soy inks. No BPA, phthalates, or PVC. Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.
Saving Cents With Sense
JUNE 24, 2013
Younger children can even make their own musical instruments if they wish using recycled materials. Get a free or cheap movie rental from your local library and add in inexpensive food choices such as make your own pizzas, popcorn, drink mixes, etc. Go on a lightening bug hunt. Give everyone a jar and set the timer!
For the Mommas
FEBRUARY 23, 2011
Consider wrapping presents in recycled paper and let your kids decorate the outside! 8. In Your Community: Make use of the public library. Consider making a homemade card for someone’s birthday, or save old greeting cards and cut up to use as gift tags.
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