This nightstand refinishing and repurposing project is a long time in the making. My hubby and I actually crafted this piece in October 2019 as a gift for a special child in our lives. Somehow, the images I snapped ended up on my "camera roll," forgotten about until now! It seems like such a long time ago. Regardless, that's why some people say "better late than never." When I … [Read more...] about Nightstand Refinish: See How Easy It Is to Reimagine Old Furniture
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Creamer Bottles: 20 Easy Ways to Recycle and Save Money
Creamer bottles are an item we can easily overlook. How many times have you emptied one, observed how sturdy it was, then had no idea how to use it? You are not alone if you have thrown out many of these plastic containers without knowing what to do. Do you ask yourself: What can I do with old creamer bottles? If you have ever asked this question, this article … [Read more...] about Creamer Bottles: 20 Easy Ways to Recycle and Save Money
20 Surprising Ways to Recycle Coffee Grounds
What do you do with the coffee grounds when you make coffee? If you are like most, you probably pause as you toss them into the trash can, wishing you could do something to use them in some way. Recycling is one of the hottest buzzwords right now. We all want to do our part to preserve our planet for the next generations. And recycling coffee grounds might be as good a … [Read more...] about 20 Surprising Ways to Recycle Coffee Grounds
Right to Repair: Solving the E-Waste Crisis
Do you ever wonder how much electronic waste (the fancy name is “e-waste”) your home is producing? If you’re into home and garden trends, you’re probably already recycling the typical household items (plastics, compostable material, etc.). But what about those electronics? Where do they go when you upgrade? While it can be hard to precisely measure one home or … [Read more...] about Right to Repair: Solving the E-Waste Crisis
Upcycled vs Recycled
The upcycling versus recycling debate is long and ongoing. Staunch supporters of each argue their benefits. Now, you might love debates. At the moment, you might be excited to give your two cents to this topic. But, err... Sorry to disappoint you. Today, we won't promote which one is better than the other. Rather, it's for those who have been wondering exactly what the … [Read more...] about Upcycled vs Recycled