Category Archives: DIY & upcycling

DIY Sprouting in a Mason Jar

green home sprouting lentils

Sprouts are an incredibly healthy way to eat nuts, grains and beans. You can make your own at home with just a Mason jar and a scrap of fabric. Just 48 hours to fresh, yummy, eco-friendly sprouts!

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9 Vegetables, Fruit and Herbs you Should Never Buy Again

Do you love the idea of harvesting fresh herbs and vegetables right in your own green home? Here are veggies and herbs that you can buy once and then regrow forever. So go out to your local organic market and get yourself some herbs, fruit and veggies; it will be the last time you do!

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Best Natural Insect Repellents when you’re Out in the Woods

Insect repellents may be effective, but they contain toxins that could lead to a wealth of adverse health effects. But humans have been battling the bugs since time immemorial and, it turns out, traditional remedies for bugs are safer, cheaper and just as effective as chemical cures.

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DIY Diffuser for Organic Fresh Fragrance in your Home

DIY air freshener diffuser

Air fresheners blow. Seriously. They don't actually freshen your air, they just fill an obviously toxic indoor atmosphere with more chemicals than you can shake a stinky sock at. This natural DIY fragrance diffuer will have your home smelling good without ruining your indoor air quality.

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Instructions for a DIY Home Energy Audit

While a professional home energy audit will be more accurate, you can do your own DIY home energy audit and get a general idea of which issues to tackle first. Keep a checklist of issues which you can prioritize according to your budget.

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Eco-Friendly and DIY Bathroom Mat Ideas

Eco-friendly and DIY upcycled bath mats that you can make yourself will help to give your bathroom a little green pick-me-up. You don't have to spend a fortune just to keep your tootsies dry!

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