I just started a DIY project at home with the help of my friendly neighbor. With the growing popularity of the living wall, I wanted to try my hand at creating a simple version for my own home. I love the idea of plants as art and decided to start with something simple to...
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Apartment dwellers have an unique opportunity for compost. Since most of us do not have traditional yards, we can use the compost soil for house plants or balcony gardens. You can store compost inside in specially-made bins as seen, or in cheaper homemade bins (as seen below). Those working in the horticultural industry have developed...
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Loving your cute little kid-ling occasionally comes with a price. I’m here to show you some awesome ways my roomies has spent money on their kid. (Yes, we totally painted little Parker’s room GREEN!) This kids play table cost my roommate, Angie, 50 bucks. It’s small enough to accommodate Parker and her friends (stuffed or not!),...
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Despite our best attempts to go green, the chances are in favor of there still being plenty of little items around the house that don’t quite fit into a recycling category or maybe have one or two other uses left in them. Living in an apartment often means you have to maximize your resources....
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We are all trying to be a little e greener around the home. One great way to make your place a little cleaner while you make your place a little greener is by switching your toxic cleaners for something effective yet eco-friendly. This is a cheap and easy way to do your part in...
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Believe it or not, companies are only required to add about 10% soy or beeswax to be able to call their products “natural candles”. Be sure to purchase soy candles from a reputable company and don’t hesitate to ask questions. While I can’t speak for the companies I’m suggesting, here are a few places...
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We all have habits that aren’t eco-(or pocket)-friendly. Here are a few of my vices and what I’ve done to curb my impact. Sleeping with the fan or TV on: -  Timer: Try plugging in or turning on a timer -  Movies: Movies are great for mellowing out for a finite time -  Open a window 2. Multiple lights...
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Here are three plants I have managed to keep alive and have bettered my life. Use and grow at your own discretion, but they worked for me! Lucky Bamboo Care: Light: Lucky bamboo prefer bright, filtered sunlight, such as found under a rainforest canopy. Avoid direct sunlight, as it will burn the leaves. Watering: Lucky bamboo can grow...
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There are dozens of little touches that going turning a generic living space into a cozy home. A few low-maintenance plants are an essential item for anyone trying to settle into their new place. If you’re anything like me, then the only things you can keep green in your apartment are the bread and...
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If you live in a region that is cold in the winter, heating costs can kill your budget. Due to the rapidly escalating costs of home heating oil, propane, and kerosene, you may be paying twice as much to heat your apartment as you did just a few years ago. You can cut your...
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