Here are some of the coolest DIY\u00a0 sustainability projects that you can easily do at home.<\/h5>\n
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Get fresh in the kitchen<\/strong><\/h2>\nHave you ever been cooking a great meal and wished you had fresh seasoning instead of shaking it out of a bottle? Start your own indoor herb garden<\/a>! They\u2019re a beautiful aesthetic to any kitchen and you\u2019ll be getting fresher ingredients for every meal. Make your kitchen even more sustainable by composting<\/a> your scraps and using them to fertilize your garden.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nBroken washing machine? No problem<\/strong>.<\/h2>\nIt\u2019s an unfortunate truth that appliances sometimes just cannot be fixed once they reach a certain age, but the good news is, you don\u2019t have to throw them out right away. There are still parts which can be repurposed and put to good use if you have a keen eye and the right tools.<\/p>\n
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One fantastic project is to turn a washing machine drum into a footstool, extra seating, or storage.<\/strong> This would be ideal for a kid\u2019s room as it\u2019s sturdy and has a cool industrial look. A piece of plywood cut to fit the inside provides a base for a cushion; if you have one that will work, great! If not, you can easily sew a small pillow using old clothing and a mixture of material scraps and organic cotton fill.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Bookshelves<\/strong><\/h2>\nThick wood scraps from harvested trees make great little bookshelves that add personality to a room. If you have a good set of tools (or know someone who is willing to help you), you can create a whole set in a day. You\u2019ll need brackets and some sturdy wall studs, but there\u2019s a tutorial here<\/a> that makes it sound very simple.<\/p>\n[youtube_sc url=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/rBN99yKsq44″ title=”Floating%20Shelf%20from%20Reclaimed%20Wood” width=”475″ color=”white” theme=”light” modestbranding=”1″ loop=”1″ rel=”0″ nocookie=”1″]\n <\/p>\n
Save big on shipping and gift supplies<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"plastic](\"https:\/\/pantryparatus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/paper-bag-bow-225x300.jpg\")
Save colored bags without much writing, and cut the strips wide enough to “fluff” up into a full bow.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nMost of us have a cache of paper and plastic shopping bags; they come in handy to use as trash can liners and for picking up after pets. But there are other uses for them, as well, and if you have a sewing machine and a few minutes, you can save big on expensive shipping envelopes and gift wrapping supplies.<\/p>\n
You can take a large paper bag, cut off the handles, and reinforce three sides on the sewing machine. After your items are safely inside, you can tape down the open end for a perfect–and free–package.<\/p>\n
You can also make beautiful gift-toppers<\/a> from plastic bags. You just need a pair of scissors and some string or a kitchen tie.<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\nTailor your bath needs and save<\/strong><\/h2>\nIf you\u2019re feeling super crafty, you can make your own soap or body scrub with sugar,<\/a> herbs, and various oils. Depending on the desired scent or your skin needs, you can tailor these items to your personal taste and save money at the same time. You\u2019ll need some special tools for soap-making and be sure to read tutorials<\/a> very carefully, since you\u2019ll be working with lye.<\/p>\n![\"Coconut](\"https:\/\/pantryparatus.com\/media\/Blog_Photos_2012\/COBS1-5_mod_85_450_pixels_wide_lead_story_photo.jpg\")
<\/a>Coconut Oil Body Scrub<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThere are many things you can do to existing parts of your home to make them more sustainable, as well, such as installing a solar cover<\/a> over your swimming pool to utilize the sun\u2019s heat to keep your water warm. As always, before starting any project it\u2019s a good idea to make sure there is adequate room for it and that it won\u2019t infringe on any homeowner rules.<\/p>\n![\"5](\"https:\/\/pantryparatus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/5-of-the-coolest-300x169.jpg\")
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Broken washing machine? No problem<\/strong>.<\/h2>\nIt\u2019s an unfortunate truth that appliances sometimes just cannot be fixed once they reach a certain age, but the good news is, you don\u2019t have to throw them out right away. There are still parts which can be repurposed and put to good use if you have a keen eye and the right tools.<\/p>\n
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One fantastic project is to turn a washing machine drum into a footstool, extra seating, or storage.<\/strong> This would be ideal for a kid\u2019s room as it\u2019s sturdy and has a cool industrial look. A piece of plywood cut to fit the inside provides a base for a cushion; if you have one that will work, great! If not, you can easily sew a small pillow using old clothing and a mixture of material scraps and organic cotton fill.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Bookshelves<\/strong><\/h2>\nThick wood scraps from harvested trees make great little bookshelves that add personality to a room. If you have a good set of tools (or know someone who is willing to help you), you can create a whole set in a day. You\u2019ll need brackets and some sturdy wall studs, but there\u2019s a tutorial here<\/a> that makes it sound very simple.<\/p>\n[youtube_sc url=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/rBN99yKsq44″ title=”Floating%20Shelf%20from%20Reclaimed%20Wood” width=”475″ color=”white” theme=”light” modestbranding=”1″ loop=”1″ rel=”0″ nocookie=”1″]\n <\/p>\n
Save big on shipping and gift supplies<\/strong><\/h2>\nSave colored bags without much writing, and cut the strips wide enough to “fluff” up into a full bow.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nMost of us have a cache of paper and plastic shopping bags; they come in handy to use as trash can liners and for picking up after pets. But there are other uses for them, as well, and if you have a sewing machine and a few minutes, you can save big on expensive shipping envelopes and gift wrapping supplies.<\/p>\n
You can take a large paper bag, cut off the handles, and reinforce three sides on the sewing machine. After your items are safely inside, you can tape down the open end for a perfect–and free–package.<\/p>\n
You can also make beautiful gift-toppers<\/a> from plastic bags. You just need a pair of scissors and some string or a kitchen tie.<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\nTailor your bath needs and save<\/strong><\/h2>\nIf you\u2019re feeling super crafty, you can make your own soap or body scrub with sugar,<\/a> herbs, and various oils. Depending on the desired scent or your skin needs, you can tailor these items to your personal taste and save money at the same time. You\u2019ll need some special tools for soap-making and be sure to read tutorials<\/a> very carefully, since you\u2019ll be working with lye.<\/p>\n<\/a>Coconut Oil Body Scrub<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThere are many things you can do to existing parts of your home to make them more sustainable, as well, such as installing a solar cover<\/a> over your swimming pool to utilize the sun\u2019s heat to keep your water warm. As always, before starting any project it\u2019s a good idea to make sure there is adequate room for it and that it won\u2019t infringe on any homeowner rules.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Bookshelves<\/strong><\/h2>\nThick wood scraps from harvested trees make great little bookshelves that add personality to a room. If you have a good set of tools (or know someone who is willing to help you), you can create a whole set in a day. You\u2019ll need brackets and some sturdy wall studs, but there\u2019s a tutorial here<\/a> that makes it sound very simple.<\/p>\n[youtube_sc url=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/rBN99yKsq44″ title=”Floating%20Shelf%20from%20Reclaimed%20Wood” width=”475″ color=”white” theme=”light” modestbranding=”1″ loop=”1″ rel=”0″ nocookie=”1″]\n <\/p>\n
Save big on shipping and gift supplies<\/strong><\/h2>\nSave colored bags without much writing, and cut the strips wide enough to “fluff” up into a full bow.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nMost of us have a cache of paper and plastic shopping bags; they come in handy to use as trash can liners and for picking up after pets. But there are other uses for them, as well, and if you have a sewing machine and a few minutes, you can save big on expensive shipping envelopes and gift wrapping supplies.<\/p>\n
You can take a large paper bag, cut off the handles, and reinforce three sides on the sewing machine. After your items are safely inside, you can tape down the open end for a perfect–and free–package.<\/p>\n
You can also make beautiful gift-toppers<\/a> from plastic bags. You just need a pair of scissors and some string or a kitchen tie.<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\nTailor your bath needs and save<\/strong><\/h2>\nIf you\u2019re feeling super crafty, you can make your own soap or body scrub with sugar,<\/a> herbs, and various oils. Depending on the desired scent or your skin needs, you can tailor these items to your personal taste and save money at the same time. You\u2019ll need some special tools for soap-making and be sure to read tutorials<\/a> very carefully, since you\u2019ll be working with lye.<\/p>\n<\/a>Coconut Oil Body Scrub<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThere are many things you can do to existing parts of your home to make them more sustainable, as well, such as installing a solar cover<\/a> over your swimming pool to utilize the sun\u2019s heat to keep your water warm. As always, before starting any project it\u2019s a good idea to make sure there is adequate room for it and that it won\u2019t infringe on any homeowner rules.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Save big on shipping and gift supplies<\/strong><\/h2>\nSave colored bags without much writing, and cut the strips wide enough to “fluff” up into a full bow.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nMost of us have a cache of paper and plastic shopping bags; they come in handy to use as trash can liners and for picking up after pets. But there are other uses for them, as well, and if you have a sewing machine and a few minutes, you can save big on expensive shipping envelopes and gift wrapping supplies.<\/p>\n
You can take a large paper bag, cut off the handles, and reinforce three sides on the sewing machine. After your items are safely inside, you can tape down the open end for a perfect–and free–package.<\/p>\n
You can also make beautiful gift-toppers<\/a> from plastic bags. You just need a pair of scissors and some string or a kitchen tie.<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\nTailor your bath needs and save<\/strong><\/h2>\nIf you\u2019re feeling super crafty, you can make your own soap or body scrub with sugar,<\/a> herbs, and various oils. Depending on the desired scent or your skin needs, you can tailor these items to your personal taste and save money at the same time. You\u2019ll need some special tools for soap-making and be sure to read tutorials<\/a> very carefully, since you\u2019ll be working with lye.<\/p>\n<\/a>Coconut Oil Body Scrub<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThere are many things you can do to existing parts of your home to make them more sustainable, as well, such as installing a solar cover<\/a> over your swimming pool to utilize the sun\u2019s heat to keep your water warm. As always, before starting any project it\u2019s a good idea to make sure there is adequate room for it and that it won\u2019t infringe on any homeowner rules.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Most of us have a cache of paper and plastic shopping bags; they come in handy to use as trash can liners and for picking up after pets. But there are other uses for them, as well, and if you have a sewing machine and a few minutes, you can save big on expensive shipping envelopes and gift wrapping supplies.<\/p>\n
You can take a large paper bag, cut off the handles, and reinforce three sides on the sewing machine. After your items are safely inside, you can tape down the open end for a perfect–and free–package.<\/p>\n
You can also make beautiful gift-toppers<\/a> from plastic bags. You just need a pair of scissors and some string or a kitchen tie.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re feeling super crafty, you can make your own soap or body scrub with sugar,<\/a> herbs, and various oils. Depending on the desired scent or your skin needs, you can tailor these items to your personal taste and save money at the same time. You\u2019ll need some special tools for soap-making and be sure to read tutorials<\/a> very carefully, since you\u2019ll be working with lye.<\/p>\n There are many things you can do to existing parts of your home to make them more sustainable, as well, such as installing a solar cover<\/a> over your swimming pool to utilize the sun\u2019s heat to keep your water warm. As always, before starting any project it\u2019s a good idea to make sure there is adequate room for it and that it won\u2019t infringe on any homeowner rules.<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n
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Tailor your bath needs and save<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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