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Zero-Waste, DIY Hand Mask Recipes: How to Treat Dry, Cracked Hands from Overwashing
These zero-waste, DIY hand masks will help you treat your dry, cracked hands from overwashing during the coronavirus.
18 Fruits and Veggies You Can Propagate at Home
Learn about 18 different fruits and veggies you can propagate from home.
How to Tie-Dye With Plants
Tie-dye your clothes with plants using these three easy recipes — they're sure to keep you busy for a few hours during coronavirus quarantines.
How to (Properly) Wash Strawberries
Learn how to wash strawberries — the right way.
What to Do With Almond Pulp
Have excess almond pulp? Here’s what you can do with it!
How to Make a Mask With a Sock
Learn how you can repurpose an old sock into a mask.
Learn How to Best Prepare a Vegetable Garden
Want to start a vegetable garden? Here’s how to prepare!
How to Replace All Your Paper Goods with Reusables — Tissues, Paper Towels, and More
Choosing reusable alternatives to common disposable paper goods can help lower your environmental impact.
Best Vegan Meat Recipes — How to Make Your Own Plant-Based Meat Alternatives
Vegan meat is on the rise — here's how you can make your own!
How to Dispose of Mother’s Day Flowers
Learn the most sustainable ways to dispose of your flowers.
Are Flowers Sustainable?
You may be asking yourself if flowers are sustainable — get the answer.
Small Businesses Making Cloth Masks for Kids
Should kids wear masks during the coronavirus pandemic? Here's how to order cloth masks for children.
4 Fun Milk Carton Crafts to Do With Kids
Get crafty with these ways to upcycle milk cartons!
How to Recycle Old Tires
Here's how to safely getting rid of car, motorcycle, and bicycle tires.
Eco-Friendly Hair Dye: Natural and Cruelty-Free Options You Can Apply at Home
Eco-friendly hair dye does exist, meaning you can stay away from harmful chemicals when coloring your hair.
Pinecone Crafts for Kids: Activities to Do At Home
These pinecone crafts will help your kids get creative with nature.
How to Make DIY Disinfectant Wipes
Learn how to make your own homemade disinfectant wipes.
Get Your Kids Outside With One of These Nature Scavenger Hunt Ideas
Check out four ideas for nature scavenger hunts.
Here’s How to Do No-Contact Donations If You’re Doing Your Spring Cleaning During Quarantine
Here's how you can get rid of your unwanted clothing — without contact.
5 Paper Towel Crafts You Can Do With Kids
Encourage your kids not to waste anything with these paper towel crafts.
Old Spice and Secret Roll Out Cardboard Deodorant Tubes — But P&G Still Has a Lot of Work to Do
P&G brands Old Spice and Secret are now available in paper tubes — but the corporation is still one of the world's largest plastic polluters.
How Long Does Compost Take to Break Down?
This is how long it takes compost to break down.
5 Recycling Projects for Kids
Teach your kids the value of recycling with these craft projects.
How to Make Your Own DIY Ant Spray
Learn how to make your own DIY ant spray.
These Cleaning Products Are Tough Against Coronavirus, But Gentle on the Planet
Look no further for cleaning products that will take on the coronavirus, but gentle for your family (and the planet).
How to Maximize the Life of Your Produce
During coronavirus quarantines, preventing food waste is more important than ever — try these tips to keep your produce fresh for as long as possible.
These Hacks Can Save Your Plants — No Green Thumb Necessary!
Have you failed your own plants? These hacks will bring them back to life!
This Non-Toxic, All-Natural Play-Dough Recipe Provide for Hours of Safe Entertainment
For hours of guaranteed safe, fun entertainment with the family, try this non-toxic, all-natural DIY play-dough recipe — your kids will thank you.
2020’s Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen Are Here, To Help You Shop for Pesticide-Free Produce
The Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen were just released by the EWG, providing guidance on shopping for pesticide-free produce.
Spring Cleaning Tips: How to Make the Most of Your Time at Home
Start your spring cleaning while you have the extra time around the house.
How to Minimize Your Packaging Waste From Amazon
It’s more important than ever to help reduce our carbon footprints. Here are some really simple ways to minimize your packaging waste from Amazon.
How to Make Hand Sanitizer With Fresh Aloe Plant
Have fresh aloe at your home? Learn how to use it to make hand sanitizer.
Are Disinfectant Wipes Compostable?
While disinfectant wipes are not compostable, there are some alternative cleaning methods that can help you stay healthy and your house stay clean.
How to Make All-Natural Soap
Learn how to make your own soap — that is all-natural and homemade!
Stuck Indoors? Here Are 10 Upcycle DIY Ideas To Make New Things Out of Old Things in Your Home
You can upcycle items already in your home for these 10 DIY craft ideas!
Learn How to Make a DIY Bird Feeder With Your Kids
Learn how you can craft your own bird feeder at home.
PSA: Shutting Off the Faucet While Washing Your Hands Could Save Gallons of Water Daily
You’re probably wasting a lot of water while constantly washing your hands.
How to Start a Backyard Compost
Want to compost in your backyard? Learn how to get started.
9 Eco-Friendly Toys to Keep Your Kids Entertained While in Quarantine
To keep your kids occupied during the COVID-19 quarantine, invest in a few new eco-friendly toys from sustainable brands.
Here’s How You Can Make Your Own DIY, Zero-Waste Hand Sanitizer
Learn how you can make your own hand sanitizer.
7 Ways to Make Your Yoga Practice More Eco-Friendly
Here are seven tips to make your yoga practice kinder to the earth.
8 Ethical Companies to Support This Gift-Giving Season
Ethical companies are worth supporting if you have the money to do so — here are eight awesome options.
Easy Planet-Friendly Recipes to Cook During Coronavirus Isolation
The coronavirus is keeping most of us at home — here's how to make the most of your pantry staples while in isolation.
Is Tofu a Complete Protein? Here's Everything You Need to Know About the Soy Powerhouse
Is tofu a complete protein? Read on to learn all the basics about tofu, protein, “complete proteins,” and more.
Does CBD Show on Drug Screening?
Will CBD show up on a drug test? Find out!
Can CBD Oil Really Help You Sleep? All Your Questions, Answered
Can taking CBD oil really help you sleep? Learn how it works.
Do All-Natural Cleaners Work and Actually Kill Germs? These Are the Best All-Natural Cleaners
Learn about how all-natural cleaners work — and which are the best ones.
Hilary Duff Is Swapping Out Single-Use Products for the Planet: "It Becomes Easier and Easier"
Hilary Duff opened up about her sustainable living journey in a cover story for Parents magazine's Mother Earth Issue.
What Foods Have Glyphosate?
Learn what foods you eat have glyphosate.