http://www.sheknows.com/ Sun, 21 Apr 2013 13:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/990169/earth-day-remodeling-project Nestled within a quaint, central Utah community is a residence much like any other, with inviting windows, lush trees throughout the yard and an unassuming front door. It's the core of Russ and Brittany Hopkins' approach that ultimately makes their house their home, and this tale of sustainability and style may surprise and even inspire you. You've never seen a straw home like this before! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/990169/earth-day-remodeling-project Living Going Green Tyler Kurbat Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984917/reusable-bags-may-make-you-sick A growing number of stores and shoppers are banning plastic bags in an effort to be “green” but the reusable bags used as alternatives could pose a surprising risk of their own. Plenty of moms think they're doing the right thing by avoiding plastic bags but unless you are thoroughly washing your reusable bags , you could be bringing dangerous bugs into your homes. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984917/reusable-bags-may-make-you-sick Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Tiernan McKay Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966527/how-to-raise-a-tree-hugger Helping your child to connect with nature is the perfect way to instill a natural love for the planet. Learn more ways to raise an environmentally conscious child. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966527/how-to-raise-a-tree-hugger Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Naomi de la Torre Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/988391/the-simplest-ways-to-go-green-this-month Every day brings a new chance to do something positive for the planet, but Earth Day is a good reminder if you haven't been as eco-conscious as you'd like so far this year. We're helping you get back on track with some of the simplest ways to embrace your eco-side this year. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/988391/the-simplest-ways-to-go-green-this-month Living Going Green Live Green Jessica Padykula Sun, 14 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/987993/shocking-repurposed-furniture Debating what to do with that old dresser or the bookshelf collecting dust in the corner? These amazing DIY-ers transformed frumpy furniture into gorgeous new pieces for their homes. You will be in awe of these fabulous furniture makeovers. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/987993/shocking-repurposed-furniture Living Going Green Jessica Watson Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:05:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/982913/10-easy-ways-to-minimize-your-household-waste How much does your family contribute to landfills? It may be more than you think. Let's all do our part to minimize our waste and give the landfills less business. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/982913/10-easy-ways-to-minimize-your-household-waste Living Going Green Live Green Mary Fetzer Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:03:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/982911/tips-to-finally-organize-your-recycling The more organized your household recycling system is, the more likely your family is to use it. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/982911/tips-to-finally-organize-your-recycling Living Going Green Live Green Mary Fetzer Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/982739/should-you-start-your-own-chicken-coop If you and your family are eager to learn more about raising chickens because you are interested in the animals, love fresh eggs, and are looking for natural fertilizer, the idea may be worth exploring. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/982739/should-you-start-your-own-chicken-coop Living Going Green Mary McCoy Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/831431/slowly-going-green-stop-wasting-water It's amazing how much water we waste on a daily basis. It drains our resources and our wallets, so it's definitely time to make a change. Use these tips to reduce your water consumption and be a little more eco-friendly. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/831431/slowly-going-green-stop-wasting-water Living Going Green Laura Willard Thu, 20 Dec 2012 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/978551/send-digital-holiday-cards Your family has gone "green" in so many other aspects of your life this past year. Why not round out 2012 by lending the environment one more helping hand and sending out your holiday cards digitally?From websites that are dedicated to saving you hours in line at the post office to apps that make sending your cards as easy as uploading a photo from your phone, you'll never have to address another envelope or peel another stamp again! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/978551/send-digital-holiday-cards Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Katie Kavulla Fri, 07 Dec 2012 09:15:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/979037/decorative-holiday-recycling Did you know that if everyone wrapped just three gifts in reused paper, it would save enough paper to cover 45,000 football fields? It's true: You can save money and the environment by being more eco-conscious. These decorative holiday recycling ideas cost little to nothing and can make a big eco-friendly impact. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/979037/decorative-holiday-recycling Living Going Green Live Green Mar Jennings Fri, 05 Oct 2012 06:47:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/966285/how-to-make-your-own-soy-candles You’ve been searching everywhere for those heavenly scented soy candles you found in a specialty shop -- but have yet to find them. Did you know you can use your favorite scents and make your own? Follow these easy steps and you won’t be searching store shelves for your favorite candles any longer. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/966285/how-to-make-your-own-soy-candles How-To Home How-tos Decorating How-tos Jessica Watson Wed, 29 Aug 2012 06:17:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/969161/green-back-to-school-shopping-tips Go green just in time for back to school. Shop for green school supplies and clothes with your children and use it as an opportunity to teach them about being more kind to the environment. http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/969161/green-back-to-school-shopping-tips Shopping Shopping for Kids & Baby Clothes for kids Kori Ellis Thu, 02 Aug 2012 01:44:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967085/fun-ways-to-teach-your-kids-to-go-green What’s the best way to raise earth-friendly kids? Make it fun! Kids learn best when they are having a good time, so don’t miss these fun ways to teach your kids to “go green.” http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967085/fun-ways-to-teach-your-kids-to-go-green Parenting Family Fun Activities for Kids Naomi de la Torre Wed, 18 Jul 2012 13:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/965663/homemade-essential-oil-air-fresheners The number of home fragrance products available today is staggering. There are scented candles, potpourri, scented sprays, oil diffusers, incense and plug-in room deodorizers. But before shelling out for products that contain a host of potentially harmful toxins and chemicals, consider making your own air fresheners. A few drops of highly concentrated essential oils can add a lovely dose of natural fragrance to your home. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/965663/homemade-essential-oil-air-fresheners Living Going Green Live Green Rachel Dreskin Tue, 17 Jul 2012 13:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966345/fda-bans-bpa-from-baby-bottles-and-sippy-cups The FDA has banned the use of bisphenol-A, or BPA, from the manufacture of baby bottles and sippy cups -- read on to find out what the risks of BPA are and what other items it still may appear in. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966345/fda-bans-bpa-from-baby-bottles-and-sippy-cups Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Monica Beyer Wed, 04 Jul 2012 13:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/964565/repel-bugs-organically Oh the joys of summer… the barbecues, the bugs, the days at the beach, the bugs, the fireworks, the bugs. All that bug spray adds up to a hefty dose of chemicals for you and your family. Use one of these tried-and-true natural ways to keep the bugs away and reduce the chemicals touching your summer skin. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/964565/repel-bugs-organically Living Going Green Jessica Watson Fri, 15 Jun 2012 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/962562/antibacterial-soap-healthy-or-harmful Is antibacterial soap the best choice for our homes and families? The more germs and bacteria we kill, the better, right? But new research shows that antibacterial soap is not any more effective than regular soap in preventing illness. Plus, it may harm our health and the environment. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/962562/antibacterial-soap-healthy-or-harmful Living Going Green Live Green Rachel Dreskin Mon, 11 Jun 2012 10:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/962423/dangers-of-nonstick-cookware Nonstick pans make cooking delicate foods like fish and eggs an easy task and cleaning them is a breeze. But many of these pans may pose serious health risks that may make you rethink how you cook tonight's dinner. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/962423/dangers-of-nonstick-cookware Living Going Green Eat Organic Rachel Dreskin Thu, 07 Jun 2012 07:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/961927/best-apps-for-the-iphone-green-living-apps Between the useful functions your iPhone serves and the entertainment it provides, you might have your iPhone glued to your hand during your waking hours. We do, too. You've heard the saying "There's an app for that" -- and there is! We're bringing you fun and useful apps for your iPhone every week. Today, we're sharing five apps that will help you and your family live green. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/961927/best-apps-for-the-iphone-green-living-apps Living Technology Gadgets, Electronics & Automotive Kori Ellis Wed, 30 May 2012 10:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/951621/5-ways-to-stop-receiving-catalogs-in-the-mail Eeek! Have you seen all the catalogs you get in the mail every week? There's a lot. Every time you throw them in the recycling or trash without even glancing through them, you toss the whole "go green" concept right out the window. Considering you probably browse your favorite retailer's websites now, rather than their catalogs, put a stop to their delivery altogether! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/951621/5-ways-to-stop-receiving-catalogs-in-the-mail Living Going Green Katie Kavulla