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The Lost Art of Repair. I repaired a zipper on a $3 garage sale purse. The purse isn’t fancy. It was an unused, but secondhand find from a garage sale. It has the Goldilocks amount of space for my daily essentials. Then the zipper broke. Years ago, I would have just replaced it without a […]
Flooring: Refinishing vs. Replacement. Before I pitched my floor refinishing plans to “he-who-must-have-his-say, “ I wanted to compare the price and the environmental impact of refinishing vs. replacement. In thiscomparison I use three of the most widely used floorings, available at your local building or hardware store. The Break down: DIY costs and sustainability factors […]
Ten easy ways to reduce food waste. Make the most of your food. And keep it out of the trash. Food waste happens to all of us, even with the best intentions. I’ve been doing a few things about it. I know I’m much too disorganized to eliminate waste. But it isn’t complicated or time-consuming. […]
Step-by-Step Guide to Sanding Wooden Floors Wooden Floor Redo – the sanding edition. Refinishing floors instead of replacing them is often the most affordable and sustainable choice. The environmental impact depends on the materials and chemicals used and how they are disposed of. But that’s what eco-change is about: training yourself to consider and implement […]
Painting Perfect Stripes and Linear Patterns Painting perfect stripes or linear patterns on a floor or wall requires careful preparation and attention to detail. Here’s a step-by-step guide to ensure your lines are crisp and clean: Materials Needed for Painting Stripes and Linear Patterns: Step-by-Step Guide 1. Prepare the Surface 2. Base Coat (if applicable) […]
Painting Furniture: Painting Furniture: It’s all about the Prep Proper preparation is the key to a successful furniture repainting project. Cleaning the surface, sanding thoroughly, and repairing any damage ensures that the paint adheres smoothly and lasts longer. Unfortunately for me, it’s all about the preparation. I hate to prep. I want to paint. But […]
Urban Composting: A Conversation & Beginner’s Guide I’m lucky when it comes to composting. I have a few acres in the country. Enough to have two bins and lots of garden to put compost in. But I wondered how I would approach it if I were in an urban area or an apartment. Composting sounds […]
What happens to biodegradable in the regular landfill Some municipalities and provinces banned biodegradable bags along with single-use. Why? Because biodegradable bags and other items don’t break down in landfills? Many people assume that tossing biodegradable items and bags into the trash means they will naturally decompose in the landfill. Unfortunately, that’s not how modern […]
Are Silicone Storage Bags Sustainable? The Dilemma Are Silicone Storage Bags Sustainable? The answer is yes. But that’s only if you maintain them and use the same bags for a long time. I used to buy approximately four boxes of 75 plastic bags for $11 a year. Costing me $44 annually. (It’s approximated because I […]
Creative Ways to Embellish Furniture and Decor There are many creative Ways to embellish furniture and decor other than painting or staining. I use the word embellish because it’s about adding more. Whether it’s a thrift-store find or a revamp of a family heirloom. There are many ways to turn simple painted furniture into stunning […]