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The Problem With Plastic Bags

If you are still taking home your new purchases in single-use polyethelene plastic bags, it's time to reconsider your habit - and build a new one. While the US Environmental Protection Agency argues that the...

30 comments    pollution reusable bags
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Eco Friendly Reusable Canvas Tote Bags

When you head to the grocery store, there's a multitude of reusable bags available for sale. However, how durable are they? If you can't wash your bag in the washing machine, does it make sense as a purchase...

1 comment    green living eco friendly going green
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Reusable Grocery Bags

Reusable grocery bags are made from several different types of materials, can be as plain or fancy as you like, and best of all, they cause very little impact on the environment.All about reusable grocery bags plus free patterns, and shopping directory.

16 comments    shopping green bags
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Hot Trader Joe's Items on eBay

Are you looking for your favorite Trader Joe's item, but don't live near a TJ's? Here is a list of popular items from Trader Joe's that are selling on eBay.

8 comments    online shopping ebay
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Canvas Tote Bags

Recently, canvas tote bags have come out of the closet. With the "greening" of America, people are shunning disposable plastic bags and turning towards reusable alternatives. This is good news for...

0 comments    shopping tote bags reusable bags
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How to Make a Tote Bag or How to Make a Reusable Grocery Bag

How to make a reusable grocery bag or how to make a lined tote bag. It's easy to sew this tough bag. The do-it-yourself tote bag is lined and stiffened for added strength and durability. Learn how to make a cloth bag in a few simple steps.

32 comments    tote bag green gift bag tote
Organic farming methods, such as those used to grow these tomatoes, are much better for the environment than conventional farming methods.58

Organic Farming

Conventional farming methods are not sustainable, and some would argue that they do more long term harm than they provide short-term good.    Fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides are used in the farming...

0 comments    environment organic green living
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Shop in Style with Reusable ChicoBags

No More Disposable Bags Are you committed to putting a stop to single-use grocery bags? If so, you're in good company. Many environmentally conscious consumers are finding that committing to using reusable...

0 comments    home tips shopping
Common household cleaners are not as "healthy" as you might think...57

Household Cleaners, Reusable Bags, and Other Ways to Go Green at Home

To those of you looking to avoid housework, the answer is: Yes.  And no.  (Sorry, you can’t get out of doing it!)  It really depends on what you use to clean your home.  If you are using harsh cleaners...

0 comments    health advice family
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Reuse or Recyle

Reuse of Plastic Bags? 10/5/09 The American Chemistry Council Plastics Division (ACCPD) is proud to announce plastic bags are very resourceful. Despite the obvious use for plastic bags at the grocery...

0 comments    plastic bags reusable bags
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