Reduce, Reuse and Recycle - Page 9

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How to dispose of toxic plastics? started by Dena (7/16/08 at 5:58pm)	Wow, good to know about the babies are us doing a trade in... 7/19/08 at 6:50am by happyhats	11	535
reusable lunch containers started by pixiewytch (11/12/08 at 3:17pm)	Tupperware has some awesome dishes for lunches. Im not sure if... 11/26/08 at 11:43pm by mrscompgeek	11	916
How do get all the water out of the recycling? started by tbone (10/7/08 at 12:36pm)	Wow, thanks for all of your responses! I guess I've been going... 10/9/08 at 9:39pm by tbone	11	676
extra prefolds as sanitary napkins? started by JadasMommy<3 (2/14/09 at 4:51am)	I use my old diaper doublers- not as bulky as prefolds- and... 2/21/09 at 2:50pm by provocativa	11	929
worm farm started by ians_mommy (6/8/08 at 11:11pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by Barbee so, i have a rubbermaid... 6/14/08 at 8:34pm by Melhow36	11	615
What CAN'T be recycled/composted/etc. started by crunchy_mommy (3/3/10 at 2:35pm)	I have since found out that Staples recycles batteries. And in... 9/9/10 at 2:09am by BlessedOne	11	2,171
Recycle bins started by jamesong55 (5/28/08 at 3:54pm)	I put our recycleables in the corner of the kitchen counter... 6/3/08 at 12:16am by kennedy444	11	583
Want to use a clothesline but... started by Violet2 (6/12/08 at 7:41pm)	If you have a rotary style line (the kind on a central pole),... 6/27/08 at 7:40pm by wombatclay	11	1,067
Guy who kept his trash for a year started by wendyland (8/22/08 at 12:12pm)	When I was in college almost 20 years ago, there was a guy who... 8/27/08 at 10:12pm by fanniefarkle	11	709
Camelbak or Sigg bottles? Which do you prefer? started by umsami (5/25/08 at 10:35pm)	I also tried an Oggi that is similar to Sigg and had the same... 5/30/08 at 7:59pm by hmkrueger	11	2,612
what to do in areas with limited recycling? started by JaneSmith1010 (6/29/08 at 12:02pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by leomom We don't have glass... 7/16/08 at 7:37pm by caiesmommy	11	679
Does anyone compost with worms? started by lexbeach (2/13/09 at 4:13pm)	i've got worms in a small apartment with only a porch! we keep... 5/21/09 at 8:57pm by kisskisskiddo	11	1,317
Uses for expired baby cereal started by milosmomma (3/18/09 at 1:02pm)	Baby oatmeal is really good if you ever get hives as an... 1/8/11 at 8:07pm by thickcitymomma	11	4,900
New uses for old Nalgene bottle? started by ecoteat (10/27/08 at 6:21pm)	they make good waterproof first aid kits for when you're... 11/13/08 at 1:27am by janasmama	11	857
greening a less than green apartment... started by happyhats (9/13/08 at 1:35am)	With recycling our paper and cardboard products, and with... 9/26/08 at 3:26am by happyhats	12	756
Does anyone know??? started by remijo (10/15/10 at 9:51am)	Sorry - I meant $1.50/pound. I think it's even less if you... 1/2/11 at 9:18pm by Lisoula	12	1,818
Uses for old spice jars started by ~Megan~ (4/24/09 at 12:10am)	I would use them to bring dressing or sauces with me to work-... 5/29/09 at 2:43pm by L+A	12	2,657
reusables with no sewing ability! started by jeminijad (5/17/10 at 6:00pm)	The small sewing machines and totally NOT worth it - you can... 12/1/10 at 4:23am by e13lorena	12	1,394
Plates for a once a month dinner started by Masel (6/3/08 at 12:47am)	Do the high school students in your area need to do volunteer... 7/3/08 at 12:54am by lifeguard	12	795
Caps on plastic bottles started by MamatoPeach (2/8/09 at 1:39pm)	Recycling rules can vary so much! It's really best to check... 2/22/09 at 6:27am by soygurl	12	923
Frustrated about trying to buy local produce started by USAmma (6/27/10 at 10:04pm)	Thanks, Chamomile! 7/4/10 at 5:32am by Arianwen1174	12	689
How to get water from washing machine to grass? started by noahandlinasmom (5/6/08 at 2:21pm)	We had a washing machine on the back porch before and it... 6/5/08 at 4:03pm by PikkuMyy	12	1,349
cloth produce bags and added weight started by SaraFR (8/3/08 at 9:54pm)	Does your grocery have hand scanners? We pick up a scanning... 8/4/08 at 1:44pm by pumpkin	12	531
How to tactfully word b-day invite to say "recycled gifts OK"? started by laurabfig (9/7/08 at 9:21pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by jenniferlynne I know that my... 9/20/08 at 11:42am by jrabbit	13	1,342
Re-purposing wooden crib started by by-the-lake (2/17/11 at 8:37pm)	The magazine rack idea actually gives me an idea to use an old... 12/4/11 at 3:02am by lilacvioletiris	13	1,976
Plastic bottles vs aluminum cans? started by laohaire (4/28/08 at 12:14pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by laohaire I don't really agree.... 5/28/08 at 3:05pm by BlessedOne	13	1,059
Bread Bags??? started by Hedgehog Mtn (11/30/09 at 12:17pm)	i use them in place of ziploc bags in my kitchen and if worst... 1/10/10 at 8:13pm by yk_jenn	13	897
Help - Wool Sweater! started by KnittingShaker (6/29/08 at 5:01pm)	The kids and I are in the process of turning a wool sweater I... 12/18/08 at 4:34am by wdube	13	1,344
Bento boxes, freezer bags, and teflon started by mormontreehugger (4/14/10 at 2:27am)	Quote: Originally Posted by amberc727 This might be a stupid... 6/21/10 at 2:46pm by tinuviel_k	13	1,627
My workplace is super wastefull! Some ideas please. started by missmich (11/23/08 at 3:47am)	Quote: Originally Posted by weliveintheforest My suggested... 11/27/08 at 6:15am by missmich	13	757
Reusing a Christmas Tree? started by boigrrrlwonder (11/26/08 at 3:13am)	We have a small cypress in a pot that we keep on our roof-top... 1/11/09 at 5:25am by skreader	13	898
Why do people always think I'm trying to be cheap! started by Chronic Chrissy (7/30/08 at 1:49pm)	old pillow stuffing. especially after they get washed a few... 8/7/08 at 6:11am by damona	13	841
Bought a Swiffer - help me resist the temptation to use the throwaway refills! started by taubel (2/28/12 at 2:47pm)	OP-My dc love to swiffer for me using a washcloth tucked into... 5/30/12 at 3:35pm by Casha'sMommy	13	443
Sandbox ideas???? Need creative help! started by dylan1984 (3/19/09 at 4:55pm)	Our neighbors are redoing their back yard and deck, and dumped... 4/12/09 at 8:29am by tatangel19	13	2,580
Talk to me about hankerchiefs... started by croleRN (3/2/09 at 2:44am)	as has been said - it's YOUR germs, so what's the big deal?... 3/7/09 at 9:50pm by jrabbit	13	901
Ways to reuse baby food jars? started by limabean (4/29/09 at 1:21pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by Longhairedbeauty I use baby food... 6/20/09 at 11:02pm by nerdymom	14	1,334
Uses for formula cans, please! started by HappyLittleHouse (3/14/09 at 2:24pm)	I've been planning to make baby wipes before my baby gets... 5/16/09 at 2:18pm by Barefoot~Baker	14	3,194
Laptop Lunchboxes / bento boxes? started by spu (9/3/08 at 2:06pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by spu Sometimes my tupperware lids... 9/18/08 at 2:00pm by kdabbler	14	999
Do you rescue stuff? started by Melhow36 (6/20/08 at 5:37pm)	I've gotten MANY things from the curbside...furniture,... 7/14/08 at 7:18pm by Alkenny	14	749
Keeping cloth napkins clean? started by limabean (4/29/09 at 1:16pm)	I too use brightly colored/patterned napkins. After a trip in... 7/10/09 at 10:56am by Rebecca	14	1,451
what do you compost? started by princesstutu (3/21/08 at 2:48am)	Quote: Originally Posted by straighthaircurly I compost all... 4/20/08 at 6:55pm by notwonamesalike	14	887
Recycling...vent AND need ideas, please... started by sunnysandiegan (7/22/08 at 4:39pm)	Oh, I called today to confirm that we can now recycle all... 1/16/09 at 11:05pm by sunnysandiegan	14	1,284
trying to cut out plastic baggies, but started by ericaness (7/14/10 at 1:54pm)	we use lock n lock for everything in the pantry...nothing... 1/10/11 at 10:02am by nanette0269	14	1,708
They waste water! started by missmich (11/23/08 at 3:04am)	I think those sinks would be a great idea! I just don't think... 11/23/08 at 3:42pm by missmich	14	681
cloth bags that stand on their own? started by AdoptChina (7/31/08 at 1:31pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by rmayherbs he's had to use the... 8/15/08 at 2:02pm by Nickarolaberry	14	1,001
Re-Usable Snack Baggies started by weezix (6/21/10 at 9:59pm)	I buy mine from Kael & Kaed on Etsy, she uses some other... 1/17/11 at 7:06am by surrogate	15	1,069
Favorite uses for old t shirts? started by mormontreehugger (7/1/09 at 1:34pm)	OK, a little late, but I was having the same dilemma. I have a... 8/18/09 at 3:52pm by LZP	15	2,233
Do You Have ... ? started by ChetMC (8/9/10 at 3:13pm)	I am still oddly attached to my grandma's button tin. I love... 1/2/11 at 8:48pm by Lisoula	15	1,055
sewage questions - tampons started by lightheart (1/6/09 at 12:18am)	My FIL builds sewers for a living, and tampons, both the... 4/20/09 at 11:38am by Leta	15	1,950
Cloth trash bags started by clothdipemomof2boy (6/28/09 at 4:28pm)	I actually never thought about it for recycling so now I... 1/1/10 at 11:25pm by clothdipemomo...	15	2,700