by development | Jun 13, 2025 | Waste Not Wednesday
Nearly everyone loves a good salad, and lettuce is a staple in most households. However, sometimes even if stored correctly, lettuce can lose its luster. Don’t throw those limp, lightly-bruised leaves in the compost pile just yet. Instead, whip up a batch of Lettuce...
by development | Jun 13, 2025 | Waste Not Wednesday
Looking for an alternative use for those empty mason jars and coffee cans? Why not upcycle them into a pretty container for your succulents. The terrariums make awesome home décor, centerpieces, party favors, and even gifts. Click here to learn more.
by development | Jun 13, 2025 | Waste Not Wednesday
When your favorite spices have been used, and you’re left with all those cute little containers, you might consider upcycling your spice rack into a storage system. The containers make a perfect home for your craft supplies (e.g., sewing, quilting, jewelry making, and...
by development | Jun 13, 2025 | Waste Not Wednesday
Before you trash your old mascara, consider donating the wands for Wildlife. The process is simple, clean the wands in warm, soapy water, place them in a plastic bag, fill out this form, and mail your wands to Appalachian Wildlife Refuge (P.O. Box 1211, Skyland, NC...
by development | Jun 13, 2025 | Waste Not Wednesday
Perhaps you got a new one as a gift, maybe it was just time for an upgrade, but whatever the reason, you don’t have to banish your old smartphone or tablet to the junk drawer. With the use of WiFi (no cellular connection needed), you can add some simple apps to turn...
by development | Jun 13, 2025 | Waste Not Wednesday
Being “green” includes recognizing the full value and potential of the stuff you already have. Similar to recycling, upcycling and repurposing are all about giving our possessions a second life. Around the world, the upcycling movement is gaining momentum as a way to...
