Now that Spring is upon us, how many single gloves do you have laying around your house? I know we have a few at ours. Miyako Kanamori has a cute and fun tutorial for upcycling those lonely gloves into a woodland friend for your child.
My thought, give vintage books as favors – the mister and I did this at our wedding and it was a huge hit! Include a nameplate inside with the bride and groom’s names and wedding date inside.
Looking for the perfect drink for your pool party! The mister whipped up a batch of his famous Gin Lemonade recently and I was reminded how much I love it this time of year! Be careful though, they are strong – one is all you need. Ha!
Directions:
Whisk the lemon juice and sugar together until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the gin and whisk again. Then, add the 8 cups of ice to a blender with the gin-lemon-sugar mixture and blend until smooth. Add lemon slices for garnish and enjoy.
Fridays at the Farm Trailer from Coyopa Productions on Vimeo.
A Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a way for a community to establish a relationship with a farm and receive a weekly or monthly supply of produce, fruits, eggs, milk, meat, flowers, or any other type of farm products. A season typically runs from late spring to early fall. This generally costs a family $300-500 a season.
As a member, you would support the farm throughout the season, and in return reap the rewards including; better prices, safer products, and tastier food with a lower carbon footprint. You also establish a responsible relationship between people, the food they eat, and the land itself.
Members become “shareholders” of the farm and in advance cover the costs of the farm’s operation. Members also share in the risks including failed crops, poor weather, or pests. However, the rewards greatly out way the risks.
Looking for simple ways for your family to go green today – start with these 10 and you will be on your way.
1. Turn it Off
2/3 of electricity used in residential areas within the United States powers lights and appliances – when you aren’t using them, turn them off.
2. Eat Your Veggies
A plant-centered diet requires fewer resources than a meat diet and is healthier for your body.
3. Use Greener Cleaners
Green Cleaners are not only safer for the environment but also for your family.
4. Upcycle
Instead of throwing away an item, think of a new way to use it. Old clothing can easily be turned into napkins, washcloths, or stuffed toys for your pet.
5. Start Gardening
30 million acres of household lawn remain idle, turn part of your lawn into a garden or plant edible landscaping.
6. Bring Your Own Bag
Paper is only slightly better than plastic. Find a large durable bag that you can use again and again.
7. Buy Products Made of Recycled Materials
There are many affordable green products on the market made exclusively from recycled materials, check them out!
8. Choose Reusable Rather than Disposable Items
Use reusable diapers, cloth napkins, and ditch the plastic food bags.
9. Adjust Your Thermostat
In the winter turn your thermostat 2 degrees down and 2 degrees up in the summer. You will save 1-3% on your energy bill for every degree.
10. Turn Off Your Computer
At the end of the day turn it off and especially on Fridays before you leave the office for the weekend.
Give these a try and let me know your simple green ideas.