I want this handbag!!
Now this is what I call upcycling for a thrift store handbag. Jeff Crystal has provided instructions for installing a solar battery in a handbag that will keep your cell phone powered up as you are out and about. The bag was crafted by Mark Farina and could be all the next rage–he is taking requests to ‘solar up’ bags.
Novel ways to recycle bottles
This article from the Daily Green has some very novel ideas for recycling plastic and glass bottles. In particular, check the video at the very end–made by folks who obviously have too much time on their hands.
Hummingbird Season
One of my favorite times of year is finally here–hummingbird season. I put out one feeder, just to see who was in the neighborhood, and so far have seen at least three different hummingbirds coming to visit and sup. I make my hummingbird treat with one part sugar and four parts RO water–no dye, no honey, no artificial sweeteners. Those are all no-no’s for hummingbirds. The only problem is that the hanger is over the deck and every time it swings a little, it drips sugar water. I have a messy spot on the deck and it attracts ants, so we will have to find a better location.
Repurposing telephone books
Recently, I was ranting on the number of telephone books that were delivered to my house and what a silly waste of paper they are. Today, I came across a similar rant and a very clever idea from Chica and Jo to create a desktop pen, pencil and office clutter organizer out of a phone book. I just may have to try making this one!
