Erin September 29th, 2009
Your brain can only remember so many passwords! And it’s NOT safe to use the same log in and password for every one of your accounts-nice try! With online banking, shopping, bill pay, email, etc. you need unique log in info, passwords, and usually a security question unique to your life.
I recommend using a small address book with A to Z tabs, entering each website, log in info and password under the corresponding letter.
For example, I would put my amazon.com info under the letter A. Simply use an unused address book you have lying around the house or purchase this super cool, 100% recycled address book at Target. You can also find books specifically designed to store passwords, but they are typically more expensive. Make sure you store your book in a safe place like a locked desk drawer or file cabinet when you’re away from your desk. If you’re going to be gone for a long period of time consider putting it in a safe or fire-proof box for extra safe keeping.
Tags: address book, eco-friendly, file cabinet, fire-proof box, password, recycled, reuse
Erin June 27th, 2009
Tired of searching through tons of small snack boxes in your pantry? When you or your kids need a snack, wouldn’t it be great to just pull one box out and see all of your options together rather than dig out 5 or 6 separate granola bar, trail mix, fruit snacks and cookie boxes? A SIMPLE, FREE and GREEN solution to keeping your snicky-snacks in order is by repurposing one of your boxes that was headed for the recycle bin.
An empty juice pouch box, made of a heavy corrugated cardboard, works great. First use packing or duck tape to close up the open end of the box. Using a utility knife, carefully cut out one side of the box for your opening. For an added touch, you could decorate your box by painting, decoupaging, or covering it in your favorite wrapping paper. Fill with an assortment of on the go snacks and you’ve got a handy container you can easily pull out of the pantry and will save you some shelf space. Some other containers that would also work great are clear, plastic shoe boxes (for easy clean up) or any bin made of all natural material like bamboo, wicker or even newspaper. When possible, choose a product that is eco-friendly, either made from a recycled material or can be recycled, and that is made in the U.S.A. Remember to use what you have first, then buy if needed.
Tags: eco-friendly, green, pantry, recycled, snacks