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Holiday Card Making with Kids Using Recycled and Re-Purposed Materials

November 2, 2010

Written by Stacy Karen, Contributing Writer
It never ceases to amaze me just how much joy a simple act of kindness can bring. A thoughtful card often takes very little effort, yet provides so much encouragement.
Taking the time to create something for another helps build character in our kids. It trains their mind and heart to [...]

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Preserving Summer’s Bounty: Making and Canning Applesauce with Kids

September 22, 2010

Written by Kate Tietje, Contributing Writer
In the last couple of weeks, the temperatures have gotten cooler. Fall is definitely on its way. One of our favorite family activities in the fall is apple picking, which leaves us with tons of apples…time to make applesauce!
This year my 2.5 year old is old enough [...]

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Safe & All Natural Beauty Products You Can Make at Home

April 14, 2010

By Angela Beery, Contributing Writer
Have you ever wondered exactly what ingredients your beauty products are made of? Are you sure that the ingredients in your beauty products are safe? Many of us have never stopped to consider the ingredients in our cosmetic products and how they might be affecting our appearance and our overall [...]

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29 Ways to Reduce Waste in Your Home (and Save Money While You’re At It)

March 26, 2010

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1. Cloth diaper your baby.
2. Buy in bulk whenever possible.
3. Shop with an eye for packaging, and try to buy only products with minimal or recyclable packaging.
4. Compost your kitchen scraps. (Or try worm composting for those in small abodes)
5. Switch to mama cloth (or reusable feminine products).
6. Go paperless in your kitchen.

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