Uses for Monopoly Game Pieces and MoneyDiscontinued Monopoly pieces may be collectable with time. The pieces and money in the game can be used for fun things and even crafts. This is a page about uses for monopoly game pieces and money.
Uses for Small Styrofoam Ice ChestsThis manmade material lasts forever. There are a number of ways to use these containers for crafts and even making furniture. This is a page about uses for small styrofoam ice chests.
Uses for Plastic Wrap and Aluminum Foil BoxesAvid recyclers try to find a use for most everything that comes through their home. These boxes with their serrated metal cutting strip removed can be used for storage, packaging, as organizers, in crafts, and more. The metal strip itself also has many reuse capabilities listed in this page.
Uses for Milk BagsMilk bag can be used for a variety of things after being cleaned out. This is a page about uses for milk bags.
Mother Bat and Her PupJuly 1st was a hot/humid day in Wisconsin. I noticed this mother and her pup slept out of the bat house very low to the ground where it was cooler. The pup is tucked behind her body, near her legs, close to the cedar. We have 34 moms in the bat house, it's a maternity colony.
Disposing of Light BulbsUnlike old incandescent light bulbs, newer CFL or LED lights should be recycled instead of being added to the landfill. CFL bulbs contain mercury, which can be hazardous to your health. This is a page about disposing of light bulbs.
Uses for Empty Caulk TubesThis is a page about uses for empty caulk tubes. These durable cardboard tubes make a great substitute for toilet paper tubes in crafts. Do you have any other uses to share with our users?
Ducks Laid Eggs Near House Foundation?I found out that 2 female ducks have laid eggs against my house. One on the north side of my house and the other on the south side of the house. Why did they choose my house?
Make Money Recycling Your Own Bottles and CansThis is a page about making money recycling your own bottles and cans. Depending on the state that you live in, you may be able to return your bottles and cans to receive the deposit back. You can also recycle them to receive their weight value. Here are some tips about recycling your cans and bottles.
Reusing Wine Carafes as PitchersSome wine bottles can be reused as juice containers and pitchers. This is a page about reusing wine carafes as pitchers.
Guitar Picks from Repurposed ItemsYou can use plastic bread closures and cut up old plastic library and store cards to make your own custom guitar picks. This is a page about guitar picks from repurposed items.
Uses for Plastic Meat TraysWhen care is taken to sanitize these containers, they can be reused to organize, catch water under plants and a wide variety of ways. This is a page about uses for plastic meat trays.
Reusing Spray BottlesThere are many kinds of spray containers that can be repurposed for other liquids and many different uses. This is a page about reusing spray bottles.
Recycled Soap Dish IdeasThere are a variety of containers that can be fashioned into a soap dish. This is a page about recycled soap dish ideas.
Stopping Phone Book DeliveryWith the advent of the computer and online directories, telephone yellow page books can be unnecessary for you. There are some links that can help you opt out of delivery. This is a page about stopping phone book delivery.
Conserving Water During A DroughtThis is a page about conserving water during a drought. During drought conditions we are often required to get creative and conserve water. Reusing grey water, taking the car to a car wash, conserving water used for your lawn and garden all help. Consider implementing some of these practices year round.
Use for Electric ToothbrushesThis is a page about uses for electric toothbrushes. Even after the brush head is spent and ready to be replaced you can use them for cleaning small areas. An inexpensive brush is a great alternative to a pricey facial scrubber.
Alternatives to Paper TowelsPaper towels can be costly and feel wasteful as they can only be used once. Keep the paper out of the landfill by investing in an alternative. This page contains alternatives to paper towels.
Sample Scrapbook PagesI take old papers, junk mail, leftover spiral notebook papers, and magazines and use them to create art journals, or writing journals.
Recycle Pantyhose and Avoid Panty LinesEven if you get a run, pantyhose and tights can still be used as undergarments. This page suggests ways to recycle pantyhose and avoid panty lines.
Green Substitute for Plastic Garbage BagsThis is a page about finding a green substitute for plastic garbage bags. Trying to find a workable substitute for plastic garbage bags seems to be quite difficult. One potential option would be to try using paper bags or no bag at all, if this is allowed by your trash service.
Homemade Sanitary PadsUsing reusable cloth menstrual pads instead of disposable ones is better for the environment and your pocketbook. This is a page about homemade sanitary pads.
Uses for Cookware LidsSaving the old lids from cookware that you are getting rid of can be a good idea. Many skillets do not come with a lid or a new set may not have lids for all of the pots and pans included. And of course they can be used as cymbals by the kids!
Reusing Aluminum FoilFoil can often be reused by cleaning with baking soda and water. Depending on the quality and thickness of the foil you may be able to get multiple uses from a piece. This is a page about reusing aluminum foil.
Uses for Oven RacksOld racks from your oven or toaster oven can find new purpose as a drying rack or a cooling rack for baked goods or baking dishes. This is a page about uses for oven racks.
Make Your Own Exhaust Fan FiltersFan filters can be expensive and need to be replaced regularly. This page contains information about making your own exhaust fan filters.
Make Your Own Thermal DrapesThermal drapes can be pricey to buy. They do however do a great job of helping to regulate the temperature inside your home. You can add thermal linings to your existing drapes using repurposed items such as shower curtains or plastic table cloths. This is a page about how to make your own thermal drapes.
Ideas for Reusing Old Pewter Goblets?I have an old set of pewter goblets in not-so-good condition. Can anyone think of other uses for them besides the intended use? I'm not opposed to letting them live outside.
Turn Hot Water Heater Off When LeavingSaving energy and money on heating hot water is a great idea. Some homeowners suggest turning the water heater off during the day while others strongly recommend simply reducing the temperature. Monitoring your utility bills will help you decide the best method for you. This is a page about turn hot water heater off when leaving.
Air Cushion Packaging as a Bath PillowThis is a page about using air cushion packaging as a bath pillow. Next time you get air cushion packaging, don't throw it away. It makes a great waterproof bath pillow.
Cooling a Home in the Desert HeatThere are several ways to help keep a desert home cooler in the summer without costly electric cooling bills. Window awnings can help, as do shades, blinds, and especially room darkening drapes. Drawing these curtains is quite effective. This is a page about cooling a home in the desert heat.
Reusing Plastic JugsPlastic jugs of all shapes and sizes can be reused for storage and craft projects. This is a page about reusing plastic jugs.
Picking Up Roadside LitterHelping to keep the roadsides free of litter in your neighborhood can be quite satisfying. You will want to have a good pair of gloves, a reach extender, and bags to put it in. Often your Department of Transportation will give you the bags and arrange to pick them up once filled. This is a page about picking up roadside litter.
Recycling Tin CansAdd tin cans to your recycle bin. It takes alot of energy to produce them. This is a page about recycling tin cans.
Battery Basics - Reduce, Recharge and Recycle!Batteries are used in electronic products we use every day. Being a responsible battery user can help maximize usage, as well as, reduce waste and pollution. This is a page about battery basics!
Use Soda Tabs to Hang ItemsThe aluminum tabs from soda cans can be used to hang lightweight wall hangings. A great recycling idea. This is a page about using soda tab tops to hang items.
How to Conserve Small, Medium and Large Amounts of EnergyWith the rising cost of some forms of energy, depleting resources, and continued pollution you may want to look at ways you can save energy. There are a number of easy to follow suggestions on this page. This is a page about how to conserve small, medium, and large amounts of energy.
Bag Styrofoam Packing Peanuts Upon ArrivalStyrofoam peanuts are not degradable and linger in the environment indefinitely as a pollutant. However, they can be reused by small packing businesses and even in the bottom of a large flower pot. This is a page about bag Styrofoam packing peanuts upon arrival.
Uses for a Broken Crock Pot?The pot is worthless to cook with, but that huge nice pot is too good to trash. What would you do with it? I am not in any way a hoarder, but that pot seems to have life left.
Uses for Metal Bottle CapsThis page contains uses for metal bottle caps. Metal bottle caps can be used as small tools, such as a strawberry huller. They also have countless crafting uses too.
Recycling a Motorhome?This is a page about recycling motorhome. If you have an old motorhome that you want to get rid of, you can make some money by scrapping it. Give your local salvage yard a call, for more information.
Replacement Lid for a Mini CrockpotI purchased a little crock pot the other day for $2.00. It didn't have a lid, which might be why they gave it away. Searching online for a lid was silly, as the lid alone was 10.00 plus s/h. Yeah NO!
Fix A Broken Hanger With A StrawI hate when my plastic hangers break. I saw a tip in a magazine to fix them with a straw. Hot glue a piece of straw on both broken ends. The straw should fit right on the hanger.
How to Make a Mini Greenhouse from a Soda BottleClear plastic beverage bottles can be repurposed to create a controlled environment for seedlings and root cuttings. This is a page about how to make a mini greenhouse from a soda bottle.
Green Tips for Back to SchoolFall is time to plan you back to school purchases. Use these green tips for back to school to make sure your kids are environmentally friendly with their school supplies.
How to Reuse a Plastic Shoe RackI found this in the free zone yesterday. I thought it was cool for other things than shoes, since I own 3 pair!
Scotty The GooseMy family and I spend most of our summer here at this beach. We love the view, it is a relaxing place to be. It is located in Gananoque, home of the Thousand Islands. Scotty the goose will come right up and eat from your hand.
Recycling Plastic BottlesPlease recycle plastic bottles. There is a big demand for them in the recycling industry. The recycling industry has created many jobs as well as saving the life of our landfills. Recycling also saves valuable resources from which plastic bottles are made.
Uses for a Broken UmbrellaIf you have a broke umbrella it may still be useful for crafts or decoration. This is a page about uses for a broken umbrella.
Uses for Wine BottlesWine bottles can be used for decorating and craft projects of all kinds. This is a page about uses for wine bottles.
Use a Hair Dryer for Removing Jar LabelsSome adhesives used to glue labels to bottles are heat sensitive. Warming the label up with a hair dryer may help you remove labels attached with this type of glue. This is a page about use a hair dryer for removing jar labels.
Removing Labels from Mailing BoxesBy thoroughly removing the labels on shipping boxes they can be easy reused, saving money and resources. This is a page about removing labels from mailing boxes.
Use Rags Instead of Paper TowelsWhile incredibly handy, paper towels are wasteful. Pretty much every task that a paper towel can be used for, a cloth rag can do the same job without having to be thrown away. This is a page about use rags instead of paper towels.
Reuse Waste Water from Water FilterWe installed our reverse osmosis water filter ourselves and instead of having the waste water drain down into the sink and be a complete waste, we route the outlet waste pipe into a bucket/cooler to collect the waste water.
Protecting a Duck and Her Ducklings?Ducks often lay their eggs in places that can put them and their duckings at risk. This is a page about protecting a duck and her ducklings.
Rain Barrels for Practically FreeBy asking around at various businesses you may be able to find suitable plastic barrels to make your own rain barrels for little or no cost. This is a page about rain barrels for practically free.
Uses for Paper Towel RollsPaper towel rolls can be saved up and used for all sorts of fun craft projects. This is a page about uses for paper towel rolls.
Using Contact Lens Case as Earbud Headphones CaseEarbuds are often small enough to fit in very tiny containers, even a contact lens case. This is a page about using contact lens case as earbud headphones case.
Uses for Old TrophiesOld trophies are often collectible and parts of old trophies can make great additions to craft projects. This is a page about uses for old trophies.
Watering WiselyWater is a limited resource and should be conserved whenever possible. This is a page about watering wisely.
Reuse Air Conditioning Water in the GardenConserving water is one of the primary things we can do to help the environment. Using the water from the drip tray of your air conditioner is a great way to dispose of the water. This is a page about reuse air conditioning water in the garden.
Being Frugal and GreenOften, being frugal and taking good care of the environment can be accomplished simultaneously. This is a page about being frugal and green.
Reusing Honey Bear ContainersThose cute little bear shaped honey containers beg to be reused for crafts and other foods. This is a page about reusing honey bear containers.
Uses for Used Canning LidsOnce used for canning, lids can not be used again, but they have lots of alternative uses. This is a page about uses for used canning lids.
Preventing Stormwater Runoff PollutionThis is a page about preventing stormwater runoff pollution. Besides picking up debris and garbage, there are other ways you can keep pollutants out of the storm drains.
Making a Bathtub Water PondThis is an interesting way to reuse an old tub and make a large water feature and bird bath for your yard. This is a page about making a bathtub water pond.
Stopper for Missing Cap to KettleThis might never apply to you but it sure has helped me. I found a free tea kettle in our donation station. But, it's handle was damaged and the stopper with the little hole in it was missing. You think that is why they gave it away?
Uses for Old BootsThis is a page about uses for old boots. There are a variety of creative ways to keep old boots out of the landfill.
Uses for Baby Powder BottlesBaby powder bottles can be used for crafts or storage after they are empty. This is a page about uses for baby powder bottles.
Duck Laying Eggs in Pet Water Dish?A male and a female duck have been coming to my yard every day. The female started laying eggs about 2 weeks ago. She has laid 4 eggs so far. She started laying her eggs in a large bowl of water that I keep outside for my dog. The eggs are soft, not hard like I would expect them to be.
The Northern CardinalThe northern cardinal, also know as a redbird or common cardinal is easily recognizable. The male sports a distinctive crest along with its brilliant red plumage. This is a page about the northern cardinal.
Environmental Club Activity Ideas?Starting an environmental club at school or in you community is a great way to keep people engaged with environmentalism and our changing climate. This is a page about environmental club activity ideas.
Using Tablecloths for FabricYou can often get tablecloths at yard sales and thrift stores inexpensively. Even if they are worn or stained there is often some salvageable fabric to be gotten from them for other projects. This is a page about using tablecloths for fabric.
Uses for Ceramic Crockpot Liners?There are many suggestions on this page for ways to use the ceramic liner from ad old defunct crockpot. This is a page about uses for ceramic crockpot liners.
Reusing Cleaner Spray BottlesCleaner spray bottles may be reused if they can be thoroughly cleaned and are appropriate for the new liquid you use them for. This is a page about reusing cleaner spray bottles.
Using an Empty Tissue Box as Trash CanWhen empty, give your tissue box a second life as a small trash can for craft scraps or even used tissues. This is a page about using an empty tissue box as a small trash can.
Reusing Greeting Cards as PostcardsGive sentimental or funny greeting cards a longer life by sharing them a second time. This page explains how easy it is to reuse greeting cards as postcards.
Uses for Old Guitar Strings?Don't throw away old or broken guitar strings, reuse them for a variety of decorative or useful purposes. This is a page about uses for old guitar strings.
Reuse Dish Soap Bottle CapIt's been a few years since I was in the top 3 (almost, LOL) with my cap idea. Use a dish soap top on 2 liter pop bottles. Really with any kind of bottles. I've been using it for many different things. Sometimes there aren't enough threads to make it work. Also, it's best to use firmer plastic bottles.
Recycling Metal, Paper, Plastics and GlassHaving a good system to clean, organize and store your recyclables will help keep them out of the landfill. This is a page about recycling metal, paper, plastics and glass.
Using Lemon Juice Containers as an Ice PackThe small lemon shaped plastic juice containers can be reused for a small ice pack. This is a page about using lemon juice containers as an ice pack.
Slimfast Shake Scoops as Sauce HoldersI go through a lot of Slimfast and other shake mixes. I love to keep some of the scoops for serving ketchup or sweet and sour sauce when serving chicken nuggets or fries. They are the perfect size!
Redheaded Lizards (Broad-Headed Skinks) Information and PhotosThese arboreal lizards are found in the southeastern United States. The red or orange color is exhibited by the males during mating season. This is a page about Plestiodon laticeps, commonly known as redheaded lizards (broad-headed skinks).
Uses for Plastic Mint ContainersIn our search to find ways to reuse plastic containers, here is an example of uses for mint containers. This is a page about uses for plastic mint containers.
Using a Popcorn Tin as a Trash CanDecorative gift food tins can be repurposed in a number of ways. A simple one is to put it to use as a trash can. This is a page about using a popcorn tin as a trash can.
Uses for Sewing BobbinsSewing machine bobbins that belonged to a machine you no longer have or that you picked up at a yard sale can be put to other uses. This is a page about uses for sewing bobbins.
Keeping a Clothes Line from Sagging?A sagging clothes line can be fixed in a couple of easy ways. You can either tighten the line or use a clothes line pole or prop to push the line back up. This is a page about keeping a clothes line from sagging.
Uses for Sock Tops?We all have mismatched sock stashes and socks with holes in the feet. Rather that discarding them consider the many uses for sock tops shared on this page.
Do Paper or Fabric Napkins Save the Most Money?If you are trying to save money and be environmentally friendly this question is more complicated than you may assume. This is a page about, "Do paper or fabric napkins save the most money?".
