Since our state has decided to eliminate mandatory recycling (opinion to be withheld here) it is now more important than ever to utilize our creativity to re-use items that would normally be thrown away. Regardless of what your thoughts on environmental issues are, these ideas can help save money and we all want to do that!
So, to continue on that vein, here are more suggestions. Continue to watch for more to come!
Uses for old bike tires:
Cut in half with circular saw and screw into garage wall as a bumper stop.
Use as a large dog toy; roll and play; carry and chew (monitor they do not eat!)
Uses for Bread bags:
“Doogie doo” pick-up bags
Place one bag over one hand to scoop up your pup’s daily duty. Hold open the other to bread bag to deposit for waste removal. (You may wish to use a double bag over the “scooping” hand and another single bag over your other hand just in case.)
Storage bags
Reuse bread bags to store dry leftovers, pack sandwiches for lunch or double wrap wet foods before placing in the refrigerator to avoid messes.
Box liners (Those inner bags in cereal boxes, etc.)
Freezer bags
Because box liners are usually made of strong plastic or are wax coated, they work well to prevent freezer burn. Place the food to be frozen in the bag allowing for enough room to twist tie or tape (use masking tape) the top portion closed for a tight seal.
Lastly (for now,) don’t forget, use cloth dishtowels and napkins instead of paper towels and paper napkins. Save a tree and money too!
Post your comments about how these ideas are working for you and let us know what ideas you have. Again, there are many more to come!
© Marie Boyum
3-31-11
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