http://www.simple-green-living.com/simple-green-living-blog.html Simple green living - helping you to take one step at a time towards a natural green lifestyle. Taking a look at how an individual can make a difference. en-us simple green living Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:47:43 GMT Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:47:43 GMT simple-green-living.com http://www.simple-green-living.com/home-made-furniture-polish.html I know a lot of people already do this but this is still one of my favorite green cleaner! It saves the environment by not buying aerosol cans and most Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:47:38 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/give-the-kettle-a-break.html Are you in an office/ home where the kettle is constantly being boiled for individual cups of tea & coffee? Save energy and time by keeping a flask next Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:51:51 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/frame-weaving.html Construct a frame loom out of an old picture from or 4 pieces of wood screwed together. Children can weave their own place-mats or artistic wall hangings Fri, 06 Aug 2010 16:41:57 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/energy-saving-tips.html Try and eliminate your 'ghost power' - this is the power used by appliances that are left on at the wall but turned off at the appliance (think of stereo's, Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:56:26 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/silver-brass-cleaner.html The ashes from a wood burning stove / fire are brilliant at removing tarnish - just apply a little bit of cold wood ash from your fireplace with a damp Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:09:41 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/husband-does-grocery-shopping.html I challenged my man to take the last of our money and buy food for the week. This was a tough call. I would have been hard pressed to fulfil the task Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:07:22 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/guinea-pigs-and-rabbits.html Guinea pigs and rabbits make fantastic droppings that can be added to the compost heap. They are great, inexpensive pets for children and can be bred for Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:54:21 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/homemade-chicken-stock.html After roast chicken, instead of throwing away the carcass, make your own chicken stock. You can add home grown veg and herbs for a complete organic stock. Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:52:59 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/bring-outdoor-lighting-inside.html We have four children that are avid readers. They will often stay up for hours reading a good book. I decided that the outdoor solar lights were perfect Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:51:28 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/sustainable-urban-living.html So you want to live green but you dwell in the city? Sustainable urban living is achievable and here are some hints and tips on how to live green in the city. Sun, 25 Jul 2010 11:44:12 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/home-made-dog-food.html How to make home made dog food for those who want to feed their dogs a more natural diet. Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:23:02 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/homesteading-skills.html Learn some basic homesteading skills that you need to be successful in your urban homesteading journey. Sat, 19 Jun 2010 11:59:25 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/stockpiling-food.html It is always a good idea when you are stockpiling food or choosing to live a simpler life to have a well stocked pantry. Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:57:48 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/home-canning.html In a simple green lifestyle home canning knowledge is a useful thing to have. Canning also allows you to buy seasonal vegetables in bulk and preserve them for later in the season. Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:30:59 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/stockpiling-groceries.html People start stockpiling groceries for many reasons. But whether you are stockpiling for 3 months or for much longer terms this article will help you find out if stockpiling food is for you. Wed, 16 Jun 2010 18:00:47 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/save-electicity.html Here is another quick frugal tip to save money on electricity - don't turn on the oven for just one thing. If you plan to heat it up for dinner, make a Fri, 04 Jun 2010 05:54:50 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/natural-feminine-hygiene.html Natural feminine hygiene for the green living woman. Sun, 30 May 2010 11:43:39 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/frugal-living.html Some simple steps to frugal living with tips to have a more affordable and sustainable lifestyle. Thu, 20 May 2010 19:36:49 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/frugal-milk-replacement.html With winter being upon us we are making more cheese sauces and custards for puddings. Using milk powder (reconstituted) in these recipes and all baking Tue, 11 May 2010 15:37:20 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/growing-loofahs.html Try your hand at growing loofahs as an alternative to sea and man made sponges. Sat, 08 May 2010 12:45:56 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/really-cheap-bathtime-fun.html My children would always argue at bathtime. Lots of stores sell very pricy fizz balls etc that colour your childrens bathwater. My kids love them, and Sat, 08 May 2010 11:31:12 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/keep-it-simple.html No matter what I do and where I am - I always keep the KISS principle in mind (keep it simple stupid;-)) Too much of anything is...too much! Not only Sat, 08 May 2010 11:29:49 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/go-green-at-home.html Go green at home by getting rid of your disposable thinking ways. Sun, 02 May 2010 13:54:05 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/sharing-and-saving-seeds.html Instead of buying vegetable or flower seeds save them from your own plants and trade them with your neighbors or friends or even online! Trade starts Tue, 27 Apr 2010 06:05:18 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/vinegar.html Use Vinegar for your rinse in your washer. Simply fill your softener cup with vinegar instead. Clothes will smell mildly vinegary when they are still Fri, 16 Apr 2010 05:09:33 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/frugal-green-shampoo-and-conditioner.html In December 2009, we stopped using store-bought shampoo and conditioner and switched to a healthier, cheaper and enviro-friendly alternative: Shampoo: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:39:21 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/milk-bottles.html Milk is great for plants, my mom taught me to rinse empty milk bottles with water and pour it onto my plants before washing them. Empty milk bottles Sun, 11 Apr 2010 14:12:14 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/composting.html Instead of throwing away your kitchen scraps e.g. Vegetable peels, egg shells, tea bags, coffee grounds etc, compost them and use the compost in your garden. Sun, 11 Apr 2010 14:11:25 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/saving-water.html These are just a few tips that make a little difference. 1. Use your bathwater to water the garden - think carefully about what soap you use. Can you Sun, 11 Apr 2010 10:39:10 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/frugal-living-tips.html Come and share your frugal living tips and encourage others in their simple living lifestyles. Fri, 09 Apr 2010 13:12:11 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/homemade-bird-feeders.html Try one of these homemade bird feeders to attract wildlife into your garden and provide hours of entertainment for your children. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:22:31 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/how-to-make-a-kite.html For some frugal fun learn how to make a kite with your children. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 11:50:41 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/Make-your-own-playdough.html It is quick and easy to make your own playdough in the microwave with ingredients that you always have in your home. I used to make three batches of this in different colours and add a different essence to each one for variety. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 11:26:32 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/frugal-moms.html Frugal moms always know how to have a bit of fun. They also know how to rustle up all sorts of things for their kids to do when they are bored. Frugal moms also know how to cook healthy meals from scratch, save money and grow some of their own food. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 11:07:52 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/frugal-budget.html When determining your frugal budget you need to take everything into consideration. There are many hidden expenses in most peoples daily lives that need to be accounted for. Sun, 14 Feb 2010 13:33:48 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/save-money-on-groceries.html Learn how to save money on groceries as this is the largest area where you can practice frugality in your budget. Sun, 14 Feb 2010 13:21:23 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/10-ways-to-save-money.html Here are 10 ways to save money in this hard economic climate where many people need to trim their budgets. Sat, 13 Feb 2010 16:04:03 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/frugal-tips.html Some green and frugal tips for families who want to live with a little less clutter, less worry and much more wisdom all the time building relationship with their family. Sat, 13 Feb 2010 15:09:31 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/green-kids-books.html We have made use of these green kids books over the years. Not all of them present a true account of issues like global warming, environmental pollution and the like, but all do have issues worth your childrens consideration in their pages. Sun, 07 Feb 2010 14:01:57 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/teaching-kids-to-be-green.html You taught your children how to talk, helped them when learning how to walkhave you ever thought about teaching kids to be green? Sun, 07 Feb 2010 13:43:40 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/make-your-own-baby-wipes.html For the frugal mom, learning how to make your own baby wipes is a must. Not only is it easier on your pocket, it is also much healthier for the environment and for your babies senstivie skin. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:09:46 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/how-to-grow-vegetables.html This how to grow vegetables section will help you to make sure that you get a successful bountiful veggie crop. Most vegetables have the same basic needs, but some of them have some little idiosyncrasies that you need to cater for. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 12:39:20 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/how-to-grow-zucchini.html Zucchini, marrows and courgettes - all the same family. Come and learn how to grow zucchini which will help you understand how all marrows grow. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:14:12 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/how-to-grow-sunflowers.html Learn how to grow sunflowers for your animals, birds and beauty in your garden. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:17:02 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/how-to-grow-spinach.html Silver beet, Swiss Chard, spinach - what's the difference? Learn how to grow spinach for a great nutrient packed vegetable for your meals. Sun, 10 Jan 2010 17:44:55 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/how-to-grow-radishes.html Learn how to grow radishes which are great for salads, quick to grow and a very satisfying little vegetable. Sat, 09 Jan 2010 17:59:42 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/how-to-grow-rhubarb.html Love it or hate it, but learn how to grow rhubarb for tasy puddings and beautiful foliage. Sat, 09 Jan 2010 14:35:54 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/how-to-grow-parsnips.html Want to learn how to grow parsnips for your winter meals? Take a look at how easy they are to grow. Sat, 09 Jan 2010 13:32:50 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/how-to-grow-lettuce.html No home vegetable garden is complete without lettuce. Come and learn how to grow lettuce, an all year crop in snow free areas. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 17:54:10 GMT http://www.simple-green-living.com/how-to-grow-eggplant.html Learn how to grow eggplant, or brinjal, for your mediterranean dishes. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 17:01:51 GMT