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Comment on Is fairtrade worth the money? by Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking

Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking — Wed, 22 May 2013 23:33:01 +0000

Well put!!!!!!!!

Comment on Seven ways to make your home chemical free by Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking

Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking — Wed, 22 May 2013 23:31:50 +0000

Oh I am so for getting chemicals out of our homes! It is really not as hard as some people think. Really great tips!!

Comment on Is fairtrade worth the money? by Small Footprints

Small Footprints — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:07:40 +0000

I can’t always afford fair trade or organic so I have to prioritize my purchases. The thing is, I know that there are hidden costs to the “cheap” stuff … and those costs are very high. Too high to weigh on my conscience, especially for things like treats. So I prioritize my purchases in terms of “necessary for health” and “treats”. The necessary items are things which I feel I need for my families health. For those items, I will try to buy fair trade and organic as much as I can but my money won’t always stretch far enough to accommodate that. But I try. For “treats” I insist on fair trade and organic. I figure that if I can’t afford the treat then I don’t need it and I’ll just have to wait until I can afford it. It’s not a perfect system but it’s what I can do now.

Comment on Seven ways to make your home chemical free by Small Footprints

Small Footprints — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:47:28 +0000

Great tips. I’m particularly fascinated with the Ultrasonic Pest Repellent (love that it repels rather than kills). My parents had a problem with ants. They bought several of these repellents and haven’t been troubled since.

Comment on Take off your shoes! by Alaiyo Kiasi-Barnes

Alaiyo Kiasi-Barnes — Sun, 12 May 2013 01:54:33 +0000

We’ve taken our shoes off before entering our home for years. Neighbors and friends thought we were weird but then got used to it. My husband is highly allergic to many things outside, and it’s also helped to keep our floors clean. Great post!

Comment on Take off your shoes! by Small Footprints

Small Footprints — Sat, 11 May 2013 17:28:57 +0000

Thank you for these tips, Mrs. Green. I have wall-to-wall carpeting. Since I live in an apartment, I don’t have much say in flooring (I’d much rather not have carpets at all). Our carpet is also very old so the slightest “anything” seems to cause a spot. I typically use vinegar and water which works reasonably well but depending on the stain doesn’t always completely lift it. I’m definitely trying out your recipes.

Comment on Does spring inspire you to be green too? by CelloMom

CelloMom — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 17:42:56 +0000

Great tips! Our water boiler is nearly ready for replacement; I think we will go for a much smaller unit.

Also, I’m looking to install an additional attic fan: the part of the house that already has one hasn’t needed air conditioning since the fan’s installation. The one we have runs on solar and paid for itself the very first summer in avoided AC costs. And now it will keep us cool for free for hopefully quite a few years.

Comment on Eco-friendly and Efficient Ways to Cool Your Home this Summer by Richard Roberts

Richard Roberts — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:27:47 +0000

Was quite surprised that, despite how good these suggestions are, that some perhaps more simple suggestions weren’t put forward as well.

Simple things like opening windows, keeping doors between rooms open (to allow air to circulate around the building), installation of proper blinds to keep rooms in the shade can make a real difference.

Not saying any of these suggestions are bad, just that there can be more cost effective options deployed. Air conditioning is great in an ideal world, but if you’re trying to save money it’s not the best option.

Comment on How to attract wildlife into your garden by Small Footprints

Small Footprints — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:20:44 +0000

Wonderful post, Mrs. Green!! We’ve been experimenting with bee “hotels”. I’ve read about two which people can easily make. One takes a can, cuts off the top and then stuffs toilet paper rolls inside, folding them up to create different sized openings. The other hotel takes a chunk of wood and then drills holes around it. The key with this one is drilling holes to different depths and various widths. We’re giving the first option a try … stay tuned!

Comment on No shampoo (no poo) natural alternative with clay by Linda

Linda — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 01:26:33 +0000

Hi, Thanks for keeping this topic current and graciously answering all our questions. I’ve been no ‘poo/water only for 6 weeks, now, and pleased with early results but ready to introduce an occasional cleansing – and I’m planning on trying rhassoul clay – my question: how does the clay affect drains? I have visions of eventual cementing shut my pipes and drains, especially with daily use if I really like the results – I wouldn’t be too popular at my house if that happened. Comments from any long-time users?
Thanks.