From Washing Machine To Ottoman

What you're looking at is a recycled drum from an old washing machine. Add a seat, casters (although I think those could be optional) and you've got cool extra seating available for indoors or even out on the patio, depending on the type of fabric you use for the cushion. I came across this eco-friendly DIY project on the Eco-street.com blog. I'd love to see how other readers became inspired to do something similar.

Budget-friendly, eco-friendly... it's definitely a good green thing.

Better Solutions for Drinking Water

I recently wrote an article for eHow to help others select the right water filtration system for home use, and save our landfills and oceans from being overwhelmed with plastic bottles.  If you'd like to read more:  How To Choose A Water Filter.

I also found this great eco-friendly product that provides a bottled drinking water solution for when you're away from home: Stainless steel eco-canteen.  You can take it to the gym, the office, hiking or anywhere there's a need to have your water bottle close by.  Not only is it eco-friendly, but it's pretty budget-friendly too.  Check out Ecocanteen.com for more info.

How To Recycle Hair Color Kits

So you're already saving big bucks by coloring your hair at home, but did you know you can use many of the items in hair coloring kits for other projects? Read more

How To Reduce Energy Usage

We're all in this together, and adopting even a few energy saving strategies is good for every individual, not to mention the planet in general. Here are a few ideas on ways you can reduce your energy usage at home, at work, and in your community.  Read more:  

Today's Freebie - The Drops

Toilet Odor Eliminator...Promoted as safe, easy, powerful, guaranteed - "Add the Drops and the smell stops".  You'll need to use a real pencil, paper, and SASE for this one!  Comes in lavender or citrus.

FREE Samples At WalMart Online!

Currently Walmart is offering free samples for:

• GAIN Laundry Detergent
• CREST Advanced Seal Toothpaste
• BENEFIBER single serve
• VIVA Paper Towels

All you have to do is give them an address to send the stuff to you!