This week, the Web has held so many great posts and articles that we are overdue for not just a wrap-up, but a SUPER wrap-up! I hope there’s something here to appeal to everyone.
Make your own padded envelopes
I am working toward mailing with paper instead of plastic, but if you have a big bag of bubble wrap lingering from your last move, or a shipment of extra-fragile doodads, here’s a tutorial from Swirlythoughts on making your own padded envelopes — pictured with cute paper on the envelope.
Rainbarrel how-to
If you live in Fargo, N.D., you probably never want to think about precipitation again. But for everyone else, spring and summer are just around the corner, and it’s a wonderful time to consider reclaiming rain to water your garden later, instead of just feeding the gutters. Lighter Footstep published a how-to on setting up a rainbarrel. Many municipalities encourage rainwater harvesting to cut down on water processing costs and chemicals. But here in Colorado, for instance, rainwater harvesting is technically illegal — so check local laws first.
More orangutans than previously thought
This is great news for orangutans — apparently, researchers have found a previously unknown colony of up to 1,000 orangutans in Borneo! And that’s a lot of ape when the total orangutan population might be under 50,000. Long-time readers will remember Mlle. Cheap’s (the child formerly known as Little Cheap’s) birthday party last year was an orangutan benefit.
Feeling stinky?
Speaking of smelly primates … how about making your own stick deodorant? This recipe from Little House in the Suburbs looks promising, with its combination of antibacterial and odor-absorbing qualities. Has anyone tried something like this?
Use it up, wear it out …
Craft’s blog focused in March on “Mending Month.” This page has a rundown of all the posts with lots of tips on how to mend your stuff so you can wear it out ALL the way.
One more way to eliminate plastic bags
Repurposeful this week wrote about these hand-crafted, reusable snack bags. In the comments section, a reader asked for and received a link to a tutorial on making your own reusable snack sacks.
Recycled yarn … made from cat litter?!
I know we have some knitters reading this blog (yours truly among them). Did you see this fabulous article at Knitter’s Review? If not, read it for a Friday smile.
Meanwhile, although it’s nearly 60 degrees outside in Denver, we’ve been told to expect a foot of snow tomorrow. Events are being canceled, and I hope I’ll have a chance to enjoy the stack of DVDs we checked out from the library yesterday. Have a relaxing weekend, everyone. And that’s … a wrap!
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I know, wasn’t that article on KR the funniest?!
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on another note, I am so impressed on how you scored your spinning wheel! I’m still trying out different brands but I have to say, Schacht is right up there on my list too! of course, I’m waiting until I find a deal on a used wheel before I invest in one myself. hope you guys have a great weekend! and thanks for all the great ideas! elaine.
kimchi added these pithy words on
Apr 03 09 at
11:29 pm
@kimchi – Keep an eye out! I just met someone else who got a used Schacht. I think Schachts are a lot more “fiddly” than some wheels … but they are also beautiful and offer a great deal of flexibility. It’s all in what’s right for you!
Cheap Like Me added these pithy words on
Apr 04 09 at
9:48 am
I’m on the northeast side of Denver. What is up with our weather?! It’s spring, not winter! Isn’t the rainwater rule the craziest thing? We’re going to do rainbarrels this year anyway. I can’t seem to find out anything on enforcement especially for regular homes. We figure we’ll try it until we’re told not to. Sort of like the chickens we’re going to get.
Kimberly added these pithy words on
Apr 05 09 at
5:03 pm
