Sustainability gets a bad rep for being expensive and only accessible to the “elite” or at least upper-middle class. And, I’m not saying that some of the things promoted by sustainability experts aren’t because eating a local, organic whole-foods diet can be spendy and so can things like electric cars and solar panels. Some of the links below are affiliate links for more information please see my disclosure policy. Zero waste living at its core though is depression era ultimate frugal living. It’s the simple idea of wasting nothing and using everything we have over and over again. At it’s core it’s about buying less, using less, consuming less. I’ve rounded up 8 free-ish zero waste swaps. I say “ish”...
There are tons of things you can get with $20 — buy 20 McDoubles, go nuts in a dollar store, or snag most "As Seen On TV" products (since they're all conveniently priced at $19.99). Still, that doesn't necessarily mean you'll be getting the most… #howtoorganizeutensils
Carving a pineapple often means slicing off the ends, skin, and eyes, but there are other ways to use your knife skills to serve up visually stunning fruit. For instance, remove the flesh from a pineapple half to create a fruit basket that can hold a colorful fruit salad. Also, try slicing a quartered pineapple into chunks to create a pineapple serving tray. If pumpkins aren’t available, hollow out a pineapple and turn it into a jack-o’-lantern. Carve a pineapple to impress guests and enjoy fruit in style. EditSteps EditMaking a Fruit Basket Divide the pineapple in half lengthwise. Lay the pineapple on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, slice through the entire pineapple, including the stem. To do...
After my post on how I planned to entertain outside for the Fourth of July, a few readers asked me to please show what is in my “Party Closet”. Never heard of a party closet? It is a must if you host family, friends and others in your home. It is my #1 tip th… #howtoorganizeutensils
