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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Wednesday, September 1st:
• Every shopping bag you invest in has the potential to eliminate an average of 1,000 plastic bags in it’s lifetime.
• When was you last tune up? A properly maintained engine can improve mileage by up to 4%. That’s a roll in the right direction!
I had a friend of mine make a reference to the fact that the price of gas is down and therefore she felt better about driving all the way into Burlington for one small errand. That kills me. I mean, if you have no other choice, that’s one thing, but if you can put off that long car ride until you have several things to do in that area, then why not do that? I don’t think the price of gas should be our motivator to save resources. The motivator is to…well…save resources! Right? My daughter is waiting to finish the rest of our school shopping until we have a few other things to do on that side of the universe. That’s the way it is. By the way, so it doesn’t embarrass her, I won’t blow the horn on that friend of mine who was willing to drive all the way into Burlington just for a sale on hoodies. Don’t worry, Tina, you’re safe. Oh, oops! Heh heh. It’s the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Go Green tips for August 31st
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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Tuesday, August 31st:
• Are squirrels raiding the yard and garden? To keep the cute nuisance from eating your plants, sprinkle your plants with cayenne pepper. The pepper doesn't hurt the plant and the squirrels won't come near it.
• Warm weather and bridge construction are bringing the bicyclists out in droves! Bikers, remember sidewalks downtown are for pedestrians on foot, and unless you are walking your bike, you need to keep to the road!
Think for a moment of all the plastic, paper or styrofoam you might use in a day. On your way to work, there’s that cup of coffee you stop for with maybe a bagel or muffin that comes complete with its paper or plastic bag and paper napkins. Over the course of our morning, there’s, perhaps, a couple more cups of coffee taking advantage of the Styrofoam cups your employer is kind enough to supply. Lunch is a Styrofoam and paper extravaganza…I know, I’ve lost count, too. There a few ways we can cut down on waste when visiting the grocery store, coffee shop, or cafe. How? Pack a reusable bag, mug, napkin, or eating utensils in your purse. You could even take it further if you’d like and when you’re planning to dine at a restaurant, consider bringing a container for leftovers, and If you’re like me, there’s always leftovers. I usually order more than I can eat so I have lunch for work the next day! All ways lead to green on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Tuesday, August 31st:
• Are squirrels raiding the yard and garden? To keep the cute nuisance from eating your plants, sprinkle your plants with cayenne pepper. The pepper doesn't hurt the plant and the squirrels won't come near it.
• Warm weather and bridge construction are bringing the bicyclists out in droves! Bikers, remember sidewalks downtown are for pedestrians on foot, and unless you are walking your bike, you need to keep to the road!
Think for a moment of all the plastic, paper or styrofoam you might use in a day. On your way to work, there’s that cup of coffee you stop for with maybe a bagel or muffin that comes complete with its paper or plastic bag and paper napkins. Over the course of our morning, there’s, perhaps, a couple more cups of coffee taking advantage of the Styrofoam cups your employer is kind enough to supply. Lunch is a Styrofoam and paper extravaganza…I know, I’ve lost count, too. There a few ways we can cut down on waste when visiting the grocery store, coffee shop, or cafe. How? Pack a reusable bag, mug, napkin, or eating utensils in your purse. You could even take it further if you’d like and when you’re planning to dine at a restaurant, consider bringing a container for leftovers, and If you’re like me, there’s always leftovers. I usually order more than I can eat so I have lunch for work the next day! All ways lead to green on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Monday, August 30, 2010
Go Green tips for August 30th
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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Monday, August 30th:
• Here’s a helpful hint, when you’re vacuuming and you come to a tight spot, use an empty paper towel cardboard roll, slide it on the end of your vacuum hose and all of sudden, you can vacuum all the way under your fridge! Not that it I’m saying it needs it…
• Don’t beat yourself up if you aren’t able to send your college bound kid off with their own laptop. Most campuses provide students with computer access in the library or labs, so using your own PC isn't always necessary. But if you're shopping for a laptop, opt for one that's Energy Star certified.
Talking laundry on the Go Green Ride at Five, but not yours, your kids’ laundry is the subject at hand. I recently let my teenager know that she is now responsible for her own clean clothing. That was hard. Not for the reasons you might think: I don’t feel guilty because of shirking my own responsibilities as a mom. Carol Brady, I am not (nor Alice, the maid, actually). It was hard because I’m a control freak and I have a strong desire to make sure that laundry in my house is done efficiently and with minimal resource usage. But how else will she learn to do laundry correctly if I don’t let her take over now, under my tutelage. And by correctly, of course, I mean my way. So, we talked a great deal not only about how to use the machines and measure soap, but also about why we wait until we have a full load and always use cold water. Also discussed were why our appliances are Energy Star rated and her impact on the environment. (Insert eye rolling here.) I gave her all the pertinent information and now it’s up to her to continue the example I’ve set. Oh, and the laundry cam I’ve installed up in the corner of the laundry room keeps her in line, as well! Green and independently clean on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Monday, August 30th:
• Here’s a helpful hint, when you’re vacuuming and you come to a tight spot, use an empty paper towel cardboard roll, slide it on the end of your vacuum hose and all of sudden, you can vacuum all the way under your fridge! Not that it I’m saying it needs it…
• Don’t beat yourself up if you aren’t able to send your college bound kid off with their own laptop. Most campuses provide students with computer access in the library or labs, so using your own PC isn't always necessary. But if you're shopping for a laptop, opt for one that's Energy Star certified.
Talking laundry on the Go Green Ride at Five, but not yours, your kids’ laundry is the subject at hand. I recently let my teenager know that she is now responsible for her own clean clothing. That was hard. Not for the reasons you might think: I don’t feel guilty because of shirking my own responsibilities as a mom. Carol Brady, I am not (nor Alice, the maid, actually). It was hard because I’m a control freak and I have a strong desire to make sure that laundry in my house is done efficiently and with minimal resource usage. But how else will she learn to do laundry correctly if I don’t let her take over now, under my tutelage. And by correctly, of course, I mean my way. So, we talked a great deal not only about how to use the machines and measure soap, but also about why we wait until we have a full load and always use cold water. Also discussed were why our appliances are Energy Star rated and her impact on the environment. (Insert eye rolling here.) I gave her all the pertinent information and now it’s up to her to continue the example I’ve set. Oh, and the laundry cam I’ve installed up in the corner of the laundry room keeps her in line, as well! Green and independently clean on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Friday, August 27, 2010
Go Green tips for August 27th
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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Friday, August 27th:
• Here’s some vegetable facts emailed to me from Tina in Middlebury. Green peppers with 3 bumps on the bottom are sweeter and better for eating but peppers with 4 bumps on the bottom are firmer and better for cooking. I did not know that. Thanks, Tina!
• Reuse tip alert! Put a couple used drier sheets in your pockets before you head outside on the walk through the woods. It will keep the mosquitoes at bay!
Here’s an alternative to pesticide: Summertime means pesky pests! Things with lots of legs and antennas otherwise known as ants. Now I’m not a real ant-lover, and I really can’t stand the things in my home, and neither can you, I’m guessing. So, to get rid of them, put small piles of cornmeal where you see ants. They eat it, take it 'home,' can't digest it so it kills them. It may take a week or so, especially if it rains, but it works and you don't have the worry about pets or small children being harmed! The only snag is if your dog is a canine vacuum cleaner like mine. I choose my cornmeal locations carefully when Gracie is around. Carefully green with a well-fed dog on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Friday, August 27th:
• Here’s some vegetable facts emailed to me from Tina in Middlebury. Green peppers with 3 bumps on the bottom are sweeter and better for eating but peppers with 4 bumps on the bottom are firmer and better for cooking. I did not know that. Thanks, Tina!
• Reuse tip alert! Put a couple used drier sheets in your pockets before you head outside on the walk through the woods. It will keep the mosquitoes at bay!
Here’s an alternative to pesticide: Summertime means pesky pests! Things with lots of legs and antennas otherwise known as ants. Now I’m not a real ant-lover, and I really can’t stand the things in my home, and neither can you, I’m guessing. So, to get rid of them, put small piles of cornmeal where you see ants. They eat it, take it 'home,' can't digest it so it kills them. It may take a week or so, especially if it rains, but it works and you don't have the worry about pets or small children being harmed! The only snag is if your dog is a canine vacuum cleaner like mine. I choose my cornmeal locations carefully when Gracie is around. Carefully green with a well-fed dog on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Go Green tips for August 26th
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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Thursday, August 26th:
• Considering a tattoo? As for me, I don’t do selective pain, but if that’s your thing, remember most tattoo inks are not FDA approved. Make sure you ask about vegan pigments that free of harmful chemicals.
• Summer means more car washing and yard watering. Here’s a way to multitask: wait until the end of the day, park your car in a shady part of the grass and then use an organic soap. That way, you’re watering your yard while cleaning your car!
• Here’s a tip from Larry at Vermont Soap and Factory Outlet on Exchange Street in Middlebury: tired of flies and insects in the garden? A 10 percent soap solution (90% water) with Vermont Soap’s Castille liquid soap will help kill pesky bugs. Spray it around the the leaves in your garden, but be careful, sunlight and soap can burn some tender leaves so make sure to apply it when the sun is not too bright. At dusk or early in the morning would be ideal!
Food fun, that’s what we’re talking about today. I love to involve my daughter in cooking and baking with me, it’s a great way to help them eventually become more self sufficient. But we can take it even further, jobs such as picking out produce and meat at the store before preparing a meal offer opportunities to show kids the importance of shopping smart, because shopping is a big part of cooking. Help them learn healthier choices, talk about about organic vs. nonorganic. Talk about why we wash our fruits and vegetables, the dangers of pesticides. You can also bring children to a local farm, we have plenty to pick from around here! Seeing the plants and animals that we eat is a great reminder, even for adults, that food doesn’t just magically appear at the store.
Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Thursday, August 26th:
• Considering a tattoo? As for me, I don’t do selective pain, but if that’s your thing, remember most tattoo inks are not FDA approved. Make sure you ask about vegan pigments that free of harmful chemicals.
• Summer means more car washing and yard watering. Here’s a way to multitask: wait until the end of the day, park your car in a shady part of the grass and then use an organic soap. That way, you’re watering your yard while cleaning your car!
• Here’s a tip from Larry at Vermont Soap and Factory Outlet on Exchange Street in Middlebury: tired of flies and insects in the garden? A 10 percent soap solution (90% water) with Vermont Soap’s Castille liquid soap will help kill pesky bugs. Spray it around the the leaves in your garden, but be careful, sunlight and soap can burn some tender leaves so make sure to apply it when the sun is not too bright. At dusk or early in the morning would be ideal!
Food fun, that’s what we’re talking about today. I love to involve my daughter in cooking and baking with me, it’s a great way to help them eventually become more self sufficient. But we can take it even further, jobs such as picking out produce and meat at the store before preparing a meal offer opportunities to show kids the importance of shopping smart, because shopping is a big part of cooking. Help them learn healthier choices, talk about about organic vs. nonorganic. Talk about why we wash our fruits and vegetables, the dangers of pesticides. You can also bring children to a local farm, we have plenty to pick from around here! Seeing the plants and animals that we eat is a great reminder, even for adults, that food doesn’t just magically appear at the store.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Go Green tips for August 25th
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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Wednesday, August 25th:
• If you’re considering a room re-do and are looking at replacing the old carpet, why not go more streamlined and greener this time with either a cork floor or maybe some reclaimed wood. It looks really weathered and very cool!
• Still talking about flooring ideas, my sister found the most beautiful carpet via the news paper. It was gently used and way cheaper than going with a new version. Take it one step further and look at garage sales. You’re sure to get a major bargain perfect for say, a dorm room!
I’ve been shopping again online and I found the coolest shower head that finally will end my wastefullness! One thing I’m guilty of is that I hate waiting. Waiting in line, waiting on hold and waiting for the water to get hot after I turn on the shower. I usually will turn on the shower and then walk away and do something else while I’m waiting to be able to step into the shower. However, I usually take longer than I intended and by then I’ve wasted a ton of water that’s just been running down the drain, waiting for me to get around to getting into the shower. And even a low flow shower head won’t help that waste! So, I think I’ve found a great compromise. It’s called the RoadRunner. It’s low flow, first of all, but it also shuts off once it’s hot. Seriously! You turn it on to warm up and once it’s hot, it just shuts off. Then, you step into the shower, pull the cord and it comes on at your desired temperature! I think I’m in love! Not only that, it installs in a five minutes or less. It’s forty dollars, according to the site I found and I’ll post the link for it up on our website (RoadRunner) for those of you who’d like to take a look. Personal green shopper extraordinaire! That’s me on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Wednesday, August 25th:
• If you’re considering a room re-do and are looking at replacing the old carpet, why not go more streamlined and greener this time with either a cork floor or maybe some reclaimed wood. It looks really weathered and very cool!
• Still talking about flooring ideas, my sister found the most beautiful carpet via the news paper. It was gently used and way cheaper than going with a new version. Take it one step further and look at garage sales. You’re sure to get a major bargain perfect for say, a dorm room!
I’ve been shopping again online and I found the coolest shower head that finally will end my wastefullness! One thing I’m guilty of is that I hate waiting. Waiting in line, waiting on hold and waiting for the water to get hot after I turn on the shower. I usually will turn on the shower and then walk away and do something else while I’m waiting to be able to step into the shower. However, I usually take longer than I intended and by then I’ve wasted a ton of water that’s just been running down the drain, waiting for me to get around to getting into the shower. And even a low flow shower head won’t help that waste! So, I think I’ve found a great compromise. It’s called the RoadRunner. It’s low flow, first of all, but it also shuts off once it’s hot. Seriously! You turn it on to warm up and once it’s hot, it just shuts off. Then, you step into the shower, pull the cord and it comes on at your desired temperature! I think I’m in love! Not only that, it installs in a five minutes or less. It’s forty dollars, according to the site I found and I’ll post the link for it up on our website (RoadRunner) for those of you who’d like to take a look. Personal green shopper extraordinaire! That’s me on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Go Green tips for August 24th
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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Tuesday, August 24th:
• Sending that kid off to college? I’m sure you’ve made sure they have everything they could possibly need to accessorize that dorm room, but did you give them their own reusable shopping bags? Afterall, they’ll be doing their own shopping from now on!
• Another must have dorm room essential? A power strip for the computer, reading lamp and hair drier. Encourage them to switch it off when they leave their room!
I found the coolest eco-friendly arts and crafts websites the other day. I’ve always encouraged by daughter’s artistic side, which in my opinion is substantial, but I’m biased, you realize. Anyway, I’m constantly on the lookout for greener craft supplies. Things we take for granted like colored pencils, glue or even construction paper or fabrics can now be found in eco-friendly versions. How are they eco-friendly? Well, take, for example, felt. It’s one of my favorite materials because it’s so versatile. But it’s also made of plastic. So, I look for felt that’s made out of recycled plastic like soda bottles. It’s called eco-fi felt and you can find it online in a couple of places and inexpensively. Try joggles.com or feltorama.com to make all of your eco friendly felting dreams come true! Okay, maybe they’re just my dreams. Anyway, both of those sites have a ton of green craft supplies and ideas. You might also try stubbypencilstudio.com. This is a habit we’d like our children to learn, but it’s up to us to set the example. The old “Do as I say, don’t do as I do” doesn’t hold the filtered water anymore. Green is the way on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Tuesday, August 24th:
• Sending that kid off to college? I’m sure you’ve made sure they have everything they could possibly need to accessorize that dorm room, but did you give them their own reusable shopping bags? Afterall, they’ll be doing their own shopping from now on!
• Another must have dorm room essential? A power strip for the computer, reading lamp and hair drier. Encourage them to switch it off when they leave their room!
I found the coolest eco-friendly arts and crafts websites the other day. I’ve always encouraged by daughter’s artistic side, which in my opinion is substantial, but I’m biased, you realize. Anyway, I’m constantly on the lookout for greener craft supplies. Things we take for granted like colored pencils, glue or even construction paper or fabrics can now be found in eco-friendly versions. How are they eco-friendly? Well, take, for example, felt. It’s one of my favorite materials because it’s so versatile. But it’s also made of plastic. So, I look for felt that’s made out of recycled plastic like soda bottles. It’s called eco-fi felt and you can find it online in a couple of places and inexpensively. Try joggles.com or feltorama.com to make all of your eco friendly felting dreams come true! Okay, maybe they’re just my dreams. Anyway, both of those sites have a ton of green craft supplies and ideas. You might also try stubbypencilstudio.com. This is a habit we’d like our children to learn, but it’s up to us to set the example. The old “Do as I say, don’t do as I do” doesn’t hold the filtered water anymore. Green is the way on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Go Green tips for August 20th
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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Friday, August 20th:
• That plush toilet paper that beckons you in the store may feel good for a moment, but it ravages our forests. Instead, how about a brand made of at least 50% post-consumer recycled content without chlorine. They also recommend single ply, but I’m sorry, that’s where I draw the line. I’m a double ply girl!
• Helpful hint: when you bring cheese home, take it out of the package and store it in tinfoil. It stays fresher longer! I love cheese!
The weather is getting a bit more mild, but summer is still upon us. Downtown areas, like right here in Middlebury are awash in pedestrian traffic. The sidewalks are a very busy place these days. That brings me to a certain pet peeve of mine. I’ve noticed quite a bit lately, the resurgence of bicyclists on sidewalks. Now, it’s okay if you’re walking your bike, especially if you’re downtown, but it is not okay to ride the bike on the sidewalk. As a matter of fact, its against the law downtown. I don’t care if it’s a busy time of day, or not. Some of the culprits are kids, that’s true, but yesterday, it was a woman a bit older than me that nearly ran me down as I was stepping out of Ben Franklin. And it was probably her kids who came close to taking me out two days before. Take comfort in knowing that motorists observe rules of the road when it comes to our two wheeled friends. If you go with traffic and keep to the curb, you’ll get where you need to go. By the way, don’t forget your helmet and pat yourself on the back for the fuel you’re saving, oh and pat yourself one more time if you keep to the road when you bike. Lecture over. We’re cruisin’ on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Friday, August 20th:
• That plush toilet paper that beckons you in the store may feel good for a moment, but it ravages our forests. Instead, how about a brand made of at least 50% post-consumer recycled content without chlorine. They also recommend single ply, but I’m sorry, that’s where I draw the line. I’m a double ply girl!
• Helpful hint: when you bring cheese home, take it out of the package and store it in tinfoil. It stays fresher longer! I love cheese!
The weather is getting a bit more mild, but summer is still upon us. Downtown areas, like right here in Middlebury are awash in pedestrian traffic. The sidewalks are a very busy place these days. That brings me to a certain pet peeve of mine. I’ve noticed quite a bit lately, the resurgence of bicyclists on sidewalks. Now, it’s okay if you’re walking your bike, especially if you’re downtown, but it is not okay to ride the bike on the sidewalk. As a matter of fact, its against the law downtown. I don’t care if it’s a busy time of day, or not. Some of the culprits are kids, that’s true, but yesterday, it was a woman a bit older than me that nearly ran me down as I was stepping out of Ben Franklin. And it was probably her kids who came close to taking me out two days before. Take comfort in knowing that motorists observe rules of the road when it comes to our two wheeled friends. If you go with traffic and keep to the curb, you’ll get where you need to go. By the way, don’t forget your helmet and pat yourself on the back for the fuel you’re saving, oh and pat yourself one more time if you keep to the road when you bike. Lecture over. We’re cruisin’ on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Go Green tips for August 19th
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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Thursday, August 19th:
• Green movie pick this week would have to go to Toy Story 3. If you haven’t seen it, don’t worry, I won’t spoil the ending, but I will say that we come away with a newfound appreciation for our well-worn things, for the virtues of hand-me-downs, kids get to see, quite viscerally, what happens when they discard something (or someone) that’s no longer shiny and new. Great movie!
• Low-flow showerheads and dual-flush toilets are wonderful, but what if you want to save water in the bathroom without having to install something new? Simply fill up a half-liter (or larger, if it’ll fit) bottle with water and put it in your toilet tank, a trick that can save up to 7,500 gallons per year.
Textbooks can be pricey, so buying used can save lots of money—and the resources and energy required to manufacture new books. You’ll be able to find most of the required reading material for semester used at the book store. Also try Otter Creek Used Book Store downtown Middlebury. They carry used text books, as well. Now, if you’re not looking to keep the text books after the course is over, why not just rent online? Several sites actually offer the option of renting books; For instance, if you go with Chegg, or chegg.com, a tree will be planted each time you rent a text book. They ship you the books, and even send you a return label so you can ship them back when you’re finished absolutely free. Check it out, that’s www.chegg.com. I’ll put the link up with today’s green tips at 921wvtk dot com. Greening the way to college, it’s the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Thursday, August 19th:
• Green movie pick this week would have to go to Toy Story 3. If you haven’t seen it, don’t worry, I won’t spoil the ending, but I will say that we come away with a newfound appreciation for our well-worn things, for the virtues of hand-me-downs, kids get to see, quite viscerally, what happens when they discard something (or someone) that’s no longer shiny and new. Great movie!
• Low-flow showerheads and dual-flush toilets are wonderful, but what if you want to save water in the bathroom without having to install something new? Simply fill up a half-liter (or larger, if it’ll fit) bottle with water and put it in your toilet tank, a trick that can save up to 7,500 gallons per year.
Textbooks can be pricey, so buying used can save lots of money—and the resources and energy required to manufacture new books. You’ll be able to find most of the required reading material for semester used at the book store. Also try Otter Creek Used Book Store downtown Middlebury. They carry used text books, as well. Now, if you’re not looking to keep the text books after the course is over, why not just rent online? Several sites actually offer the option of renting books; For instance, if you go with Chegg, or chegg.com, a tree will be planted each time you rent a text book. They ship you the books, and even send you a return label so you can ship them back when you’re finished absolutely free. Check it out, that’s www.chegg.com. I’ll put the link up with today’s green tips at 921wvtk dot com. Greening the way to college, it’s the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Go Green tips for August 18th
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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Wednesday, August 18th:
• Having trouble keeping the cool? Lower the blinds and pull the curtains. Cutting down on the natural light coming in helps keep the temperature down! As a matter of fact, make sure you black out the house before you go to work for the day and come home to a much cooler abode!
• With school shopping and dorm room decorating to worry about, go first to our great local resale shops! Save money and go vintage!
This is the season of the garage sale. Have you had yours, yet? Well, if you’re planning to clean house and make some extra dough before the fall hits, there’s some great greener choices you can make for the big sale day. Don’t bother tagging everything. Instead appoint price point tables where everything on the table or in the box is a certain price. You’ll save time, money and materials not making out all those individual tags. Clothing is harder to price because we’re often driven by either sentimentality or the original price and quality of the garment when we’re assigning a price. But think of it this way, they’ll probably talk you down, anyway, so just price it to sell! Remember your intentions are to clean house, not take a Disney Cruise with your earnings. Finally, what to do with what doesn’t sell. Don’t take it back in the house, whatever you do! Instead, take it from the tables to the trunk of your car. Then, the next time you’re in the area of your local resale shop, just drop it all off! For a greener garage sale, it’s the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Wednesday, August 18th:
• Having trouble keeping the cool? Lower the blinds and pull the curtains. Cutting down on the natural light coming in helps keep the temperature down! As a matter of fact, make sure you black out the house before you go to work for the day and come home to a much cooler abode!
• With school shopping and dorm room decorating to worry about, go first to our great local resale shops! Save money and go vintage!
This is the season of the garage sale. Have you had yours, yet? Well, if you’re planning to clean house and make some extra dough before the fall hits, there’s some great greener choices you can make for the big sale day. Don’t bother tagging everything. Instead appoint price point tables where everything on the table or in the box is a certain price. You’ll save time, money and materials not making out all those individual tags. Clothing is harder to price because we’re often driven by either sentimentality or the original price and quality of the garment when we’re assigning a price. But think of it this way, they’ll probably talk you down, anyway, so just price it to sell! Remember your intentions are to clean house, not take a Disney Cruise with your earnings. Finally, what to do with what doesn’t sell. Don’t take it back in the house, whatever you do! Instead, take it from the tables to the trunk of your car. Then, the next time you’re in the area of your local resale shop, just drop it all off! For a greener garage sale, it’s the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Monday, August 9, 2010
Go Green Tips for August 9th
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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Monday, August 9th:
• You've got one in your kitchen. But what about setting a recycling bin in your bathroom too? That way you won’t be tempted (it’s too easy to do) to toss recyclable shampoo bottles and emptied toilet paper rolls into a trashcan!
• Got a kid heading off to college soon? Before you run to the store to buy their dorm room supplies, check out your local thrift stores for bedding, furniture and anything else they need to make that sterile room a home!
• Pet peeve alert: My older sister has the biggest collection of movies known to mankind. She’s been nicknamed the family Blockbuster, because she could open her own rental kiosk! Me, I’m a fan of Netflix and Redbox for my viewing pleasure. Why buy more plastic when you rent or borrow it and derive the same enjoyment of a good movie without contributing to our local landfills? Is it that important to have the complete Disney library? I don’t think so. Head to your local library most of them now have quite a collection of films and that’s also a great way to experiment with different movies. Some of my favorite flicks I never would have found if it wasn’t for my local library. So, before hitting the five dollar bin at Walmart, try your local rental outlet or library. Greener viewing on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Monday, August 9th:
• You've got one in your kitchen. But what about setting a recycling bin in your bathroom too? That way you won’t be tempted (it’s too easy to do) to toss recyclable shampoo bottles and emptied toilet paper rolls into a trashcan!
• Got a kid heading off to college soon? Before you run to the store to buy their dorm room supplies, check out your local thrift stores for bedding, furniture and anything else they need to make that sterile room a home!
• Pet peeve alert: My older sister has the biggest collection of movies known to mankind. She’s been nicknamed the family Blockbuster, because she could open her own rental kiosk! Me, I’m a fan of Netflix and Redbox for my viewing pleasure. Why buy more plastic when you rent or borrow it and derive the same enjoyment of a good movie without contributing to our local landfills? Is it that important to have the complete Disney library? I don’t think so. Head to your local library most of them now have quite a collection of films and that’s also a great way to experiment with different movies. Some of my favorite flicks I never would have found if it wasn’t for my local library. So, before hitting the five dollar bin at Walmart, try your local rental outlet or library. Greener viewing on the Go Green Ride at Five on 92.1 WVTK!
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